Inexpensive and easy

Here is a meal that is very cost effective and very easy to prepare.
1 box of pasta roni shells and white cheddar
handful of frozen broccoli
1 can of chicken (like tuna can)
salt
pepper
onion powder
garlic powder
parsley


Cook the pasta according to the package directions. I added a little more water because of putting in the broccoli and the chicken. Put your salt and pepper in the water. Let it boil for about 8 - 10 minutes instead of the 12- 15 on the box. Remove from heat, drain, add your milk, butter, and seasoning from the pasta box. Add 1 tsp each of the onion powder and garlic powder. When all is mixed well, then sprinkle with parsley. You can also add a little sprinkle of sweet paprika for a pretty and "Christmasy" look.

This can be made with tuna, crab meat, shrimp, ham. Another one that you can just change up slightly according to your particular tastes. Try different veggies in it too.  Serve with your favorite cracker or a nice hunk of fresh bread.

Happy cooking and good eating!