20 Recipes to Serve a Crowd That Won’t Break the Bank
After some years, we’ve happily settled back into long tables and big, celebratory meals. I don’t know about you, but feeding a crowd has often left me empty. Obviously I feel full from the buzz of good company and conversation, but later I look and I see that I’m low on cash.
The good news is that there are plenty of large-format recipes that are easy to make when you’re on a budget. Your guests will love it and you’ll encourage them to pack their plates with food without holding back. Here are 20 of our favorite budget recipes that serve a crowd, covering your needs for weekend brunch, holiday dinners, barbecue cookouts, and cocktail parties.
BBQ and Outdoor Parties
Cheap tricks for the best outdoor cookouts.
Holiday Dinners
Go ahead, make that holiday main. With these recipes, you’ll still have more than enough to host as many parties as you want during the holidays.
Weekend Brunch
Luxurious meals without the high restaurant price tag.
Cocktail Party Snacks
Save money, party better.