Seven Incredible 3-Ingredient Meals

With an economy in stock-dropping mania, budget-friendly recipes are in greater demand than ever before. Of course, time is crunched, too. In response, we offer six of the best, easiest, freshest, and healthiest 3-ingredient meals ever. From Red Pepper Chicken to delicious pastas, you’re sure to find all sorts of new dinners that fit your budget and your schedule.

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Pasta with Broccoli Rabe

Pasta with Broccoli Rabe doesn't just have 3 ingredients, it can be done in 10-minutes!

Try this one at home!

Super Simple Roasted Tomato Pasta
1 package fettucine pasta, cooked
2 pints cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup olive oil
4-6 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
salt and pepper to taste
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Spread the tomatoes and chopped garlic on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil. Salt & pepper generously. Bake in your oven for 20-25 minutes. Scrape tomatoes and juices into a bowl of hot pasta. Drizzle a bit more olive oil, salt and pepper if needed.  Garnish with fresh basil, if desired. Serve and enjoy.

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