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Post by CestLaVie on Jun 2, 2017 11:02:00 GMT -6
I've been wracking my brain all morning but I think I should just ask for opinions.
I am on a pretty extreme budget for DS' birthday party, but need to serve lunch for about 15-20 people. I am going to make everything from scratch to save. The tricky part is there is no kitchen (otherwise I'd just make hot dogs and call it a day). I can bring the slowcooker in though.
What are some cheap but decent tasting items I could make?
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Post by Betweenthelines on Jun 2, 2017 11:04:17 GMT -6
Cold cut wraps that you can cut into pinwheels? You can do hot dogs in the crock-pot, salads, veggie platter
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Post by Betweenthelines on Jun 2, 2017 11:05:01 GMT -6
I forget, is there a theme?
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Post by CestLaVie on Jun 2, 2017 11:09:31 GMT -6
I forget, is there a theme? Not really! It's at the children's museum |
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Post by Betweenthelines on Jun 2, 2017 11:10:09 GMT -6
Or maybe pulled pork in the crockpot? Get those little slider buns
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Post by mrspiatt on Jun 2, 2017 11:10:42 GMT -6
Chips and dip... you can always do some sort of nacho bar- chips, cheese in the crock pot and then have salsa, diced tomatoes, etc on the side for toppings
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Post by mrspiatt on Jun 2, 2017 11:10:56 GMT -6
Or maybe pulled pork in the crockpot? Get those little slider buns This! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Post by CestLaVie on Jun 2, 2017 11:12:04 GMT -6
Oooh pasta salad would be almost $0 that's a good one
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Post by mrspiatt on Jun 2, 2017 11:12:47 GMT -6
If you don't want to do pork, you can do the same thing with chicken or beef.
Just throw it in the crockpot with a bottle of BBQ sauce. It's so easy.
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Post by Betweenthelines on Jun 2, 2017 11:14:43 GMT -6
mrspiatt, gotta throw some sliced white onion and vinegar in there too!
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Post by mrspiatt on Jun 2, 2017 11:15:41 GMT -6
mrspiatt, gotta throw some sliced white onion and vinegar in there too! If you want to put in effort... Lol Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Post by CestLaVie on Jun 2, 2017 11:15:58 GMT -6
Hmm if I gave pork in the freezer that would really help, I would just have to buy buns and we could have pulled pork and pasta salad. Will also buy chips drinks, and make the cake. That sounds really good.
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Post by Betweenthelines on Jun 2, 2017 11:16:31 GMT -6
Hmm if I gave pork in the freezer that would really help, I would just have to buy buns and we could have pulled pork and pasta salad. Will also buy chips drinks, and make the cake. That sounds really good. I know what I'm making this weekend. |
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Post by mamascarlett on Jun 2, 2017 11:16:36 GMT -6
 Chips & bean dip  |
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Post by CestLaVie on Jun 2, 2017 11:16:43 GMT -6
I have the most amazing pulled pork but DS doesn't like it because it's too spicy haha will have to tone down for the children
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Post by CestLaVie on Jun 2, 2017 11:18:17 GMT -6
mamascarlett that's good to know!! And I am drooling looking at those pretzels
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Post by fierymama on Jun 2, 2017 11:23:30 GMT -6
Pulled pork sounds great.
Also sloppy joes could work if you have the ground beef.
I also do buffalo 🐔 chicken dip in the Crock-Pot.
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Post by librarylady on Jun 2, 2017 11:36:44 GMT -6
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Post by avocadotoast on Jun 2, 2017 13:01:52 GMT -6
Make a huge batch of chili, you can use whatever ground meat is cheapest and full it with canned tomatoes/beans/mushrooms. Maybe add zucchini. Get a big bag of bulk buns.
Or tuna sandwiches could be pretty cheap.
Pasta salad with chicken and veggies added.
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Post by mommabakes on Jun 2, 2017 13:06:44 GMT -6
Pulled pork is my cheap, easy go to. My store (Kroger) typically has pork loin for bogo free.
Other ideas: *taco bar- ground meat in Crock-Pot, toppings, and shells alongside.
*Crock-Pot hotdogs, chips, watermelon
*Mac n cheese in the Crock-Pot, chips, veggie tray
*Baked potato bar, potatoes in Crock-Pot, toppings like crumbled bacon, cheese, broccoli, sour cream, etc.
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Post by easternshoregirl on Jun 2, 2017 13:15:52 GMT -6
I was going to say pulled pork or chicken but it looks like I'm late to the party. That's what I did for E's baptism I think, when we had people over for lunch after.
Chicken BBQ sandwiches, different salads and drinks. Cake and you're done.
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Post by armpants on Jun 2, 2017 13:28:10 GMT -6
My thought was taco bar (shocking!) Cook the meat before and keep it warm in the crock pot. The rest is just toppings.
My answer will always be taco bar 😂
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Post by mommabakes on Jun 2, 2017 13:49:38 GMT -6
My thought was taco bar (shocking!) Cook the meat before and keep it warm in the crock pot. The rest is just toppings. My answer will always be taco bar 😂 I had a taco bar at my wedding so, I'll be on your bench  |
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Post by redandblue on Jun 2, 2017 17:16:09 GMT -6
My thought was taco bar (shocking!) Cook the meat before and keep it warm in the crock pot. The rest is just toppings. My answer will always be taco bar 😂 We did a taco bar for M's first bday after your suggestion here! I want to always do a taco bar! But I think pulled pork and salad is an excellent option too! |
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Post by CestLaVie on Jun 2, 2017 19:20:41 GMT -6
Taco bar os my favourite option by far but I don't think I can swing it buying the meat.
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Post by skinandbones on Jun 2, 2017 19:40:25 GMT -6
You could also do cold foods like chicken salad or cold cut sandwiches.
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Post by aydee on Jun 2, 2017 21:06:19 GMT -6
Veggie chili (dried beans are cheap) or make a large casserole pan of homemade mac and cheese.
Pasta salad is also a good option.
Egg salad sandwiches (also inexpensive) for the adults and pb&j for the kids.
If you're on a tight budget I'd definitely go with vegetarian.
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