1. Filipino-Style Meatloaf (Embutido)
Estimated cost: $8 | Serves: 5–6
Think of this as the Filipino twist on classic meatloaf — ground pork loaded with veggies, sausage, and boiled eggs, wrapped in foil, and steamed until tender. It’s juicy, savory, and surprisingly budget-friendly.
Ingredients:
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1 lb ground pork
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2 hot dogs or sausages (sliced)
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2 hard-boiled eggs (quartered)
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1 carrot, finely chopped
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1 small onion, minced
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½ cup breadcrumbs
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1 raw egg (for binding)
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2 tbsp ketchup
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Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
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Mix all ingredients except the boiled eggs and sausage.
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Flatten mixture on aluminum foil; line sausage and eggs in the center.
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Roll tightly and seal both ends. Steam for about 45 minutes.
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Let cool, slice, and serve with ketchup or sweet chili sauce.
💡 Optional: Pan-fry the slices before serving for a golden, crispy edge.
🧀 2. Creamy Baked Lasagna
Estimated cost: $9 | Serves: 6
This is the ultimate crowd-pleaser — layers of pasta, meat sauce, and creamy cheese goodness. You don’t need expensive ingredients to make it delicious.
Ingredients:
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9 lasagna noodles
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½ lb ground beef
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1 small onion, diced
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1 cup tomato sauce + 1 tbsp tomato paste
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1 tbsp flour + 1 cup milk (for white sauce)
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½ cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar
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1 tbsp butter, salt, and pepper
Directions:
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Boil noodles until al dente.
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In a skillet, sauté onion and beef, then stir in tomato sauce and paste; simmer for 10 minutes.
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In another pan, melt butter, whisk in flour and milk, and stir until thickened.
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Layer pasta, meat sauce, and white sauce in a baking dish; top with cheese.
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Bake at 375°F until bubbly and golden.
💡 Pro tip: Use a mix of leftover cheeses — mozzarella, cheddar, even cream cheese — for extra richness without the cost.
🍖 3. Hearty Beef Stew (Filipino-Style Afritada)
Estimated cost: $9 | Serves: 5
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