Jordan Banks

Jordan Banks
Jordan Banks
Fast Budget-Friendly Bites & 5-Ingredient Snack Hacks

170+ budget-speed recipes by Jordan – Cheap, fast, and incredibly tasty.

About Me:

Meet Jordan Banks

Being a culinary student is expensive and time-consuming. I had to learn how to cook for myself using only what I had in my cupboard and only the 15 minutes I had between classes. That's how my "Budget Speed" style was born. You don't need a massive budget or a free afternoon to eat something that tastes amazing.

My Culinary Philosophy

My Background & Expertise

While I'm finishing my formal culinary training, my heart is in "street-style" home cooking. I love taking complex flavors and simplifying them for the everyday person who just wants to eat something good, right now.

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Dorm Room Nachos: 6-Minute Microwave Meal

Dorm Room Nachos in 6 Minutes

4.75 (4 Ratings)

Ready in 6 minutes, Dorm Room Nachos are a win. The section Why This Quick Snack Works explains the layering for Microwave Dorm Meals that stay crisp.

Dorm Room Ramen Bowl in 11 Minutes

Ramen Bowl in 11 Minutes

5.00 (5 Ratings)

A savory and buttery Ramen Bowl made without a stove. Explore quick college lunch ideas and see the ingredients you need to start your meal today.

College Mac and Cheese in 15 Minutes

Mac and Cheese in 15 Minutes

4.50 (4 Ratings)

A rich and creamy Mac and Cheese made without a roux. It includes a budget swap table to keep costs low, so you can save while eating well.

Warm Cinnamon Apples with Ice Cream

Warm Apples Ice Cream in 25 Minutes

4.00 (1 Ratings)

Ready in 25 minutes, Warm Apples Ice Cream pairs spiced fruit with cold cream. It includes quick specs for a fast, budget-friendly treat the family loves.

Apple Ice Cream Without Ice Cream Maker

Apple Ice Cream for 10 Servings

5.00 (5 Ratings)

Granny Smith apples, cinnamon, and brown sugar in this Apple Ice Cream. Learn how the fruit prep prevents ice blocks in Why the Texture Works, ready in 25 min.

Easy Apple Galette with Chilled Butter

Easy Apple Galette for 8 Servings

5.00 (1 Ratings)

This Easy Apple Galette delivers a professional rustic look without a pie pan. Learn why cold butter wins for a flaky crust. Ready in 1 hour 40 minutes.

Apple Strudel: Golden and Crisp

Apple Strudel in 60 Minutes

5.00 (2 Ratings)

Ready in 60 minutes, this Apple Strudel features a crisp crust. Pre-cooking the fruit ensures a bakery crunch and includes the section Making the Strudel.

Cinnamon Spiced Easy Apple Cake

Easy Apple Cake for 10 Servings

5.00 (1 Ratings)

Fresh apples, cinnamon, and flour make this Easy Apple Cake. This one-bowl treat takes 1h 15min and includes a detailed look at the cooking process.

Sheet Pan Apple Pie Bars with Spiced Apples

Apple Pie Bars in 65 Minutes

4.50 (4 Ratings)

Buttery shortbread crust and spiced fruit define these Apple Pie Bars. Learn how to bake them with our helpful guide for a golden, crisp finish.