Cheap meal for our family of 6!
Knorrs cheddar broccoli (used 2 packages) $1.28
Beef smoked sausage (1 package) $2.98
Added additional broccoli and cheddar cheese.
Made crescent rolls for the side (2 packages) $1.98
Total: 9.50
My family loves this meal!
Cheesy Broccoli and Sausage Bake with Crescent Rolls
Ingredients:
- 2 packages of Knorr Cheddar Broccoli Rice (1.28)
- 1 package of beef smoked sausage (2.98)
- Additional broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 packages of crescent rolls (1.98)
Total Cost: $9.50
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Knorr Cheddar Broccoli Rice: Follow the instructions on the Knorr Cheddar Broccoli Rice packages to prepare the rice. Use a large mixing bowl to combine both packages.
- Cook Smoked Sausage: Slice the beef smoked sausage into bite-sized pieces. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned and cooked through. Add the cooked sausage to the bowl with the prepared cheddar broccoli rice.
- Add Extra Broccoli: Steam or boil additional broccoli florets until tender. Mix the cooked broccoli into the bowl with the rice and sausage.
- Cheesy Goodness: Sprinkle one cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the rice, sausage, and broccoli mixture. Gently fold the cheese into the mixture until it’s well combined.
- Prepare Crescent Rolls: Follow the instructions on the crescent roll packages to bake them. Arrange the rolls on a baking sheet and bake until golden brown.
- Bake the Cheesy Broccoli and Sausage Mixture: Transfer the combined mixture of rice, sausage, broccoli, and cheese into a baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Once the cheesy broccoli and sausage bake is cooked, remove it from the oven. Serve it alongside the warm crescent rolls.
- Enjoy: Dish out this delicious and budget-friendly meal to your family of 6. The combination of cheesy broccoli and sausage with the flaky crescent rolls is sure to be a hit!
