Hotdogs in Mac and Cheese--$1.25

Hotdogs in mac and cheese is a favorite of ours. It makes a great quick lunch or supper, and it's cheap! And did I mention how easy it is?

First of all, boil some water for your macaroni. While that's warming, slice up some hotdogs. I quarter my hotdogs and then slice them, so we get little pie shaped pieces. That's just our personal preference. While the macaroni is cooking, saute the hotdogs. Fix the macaroni according to the package directions (or your personal preference), add the hotdogs and then you're done!

Price breakdown: I used half a pack of $.79 hotdogs, so that's $.40. I got a great deal on mac and cheese at $.10 per box. I used a little powdered milk and then some water, so we'll call that $.05. I added a little extra shredded cheese, about $.25 worth. I served this with a salad, another $.25 with italian dressing, I'm going to say $.10 worth. I also served green beans. These were given to us from my husband's grandparents' garden, so they are free. But I did add a little butter when I cooked them, about $.10 worth.

Hotdogs $.40

Mac & Cheese $.10

Milk $.05

Cheese $.25

Lettuce $.25

Dressing $.10

Butter $.10

Total $1.25 for 4 servings (that's $.31 per serving)