The great British Sunday roast or burgers for the kids are what people expect. Try some of these money saving ideas. Buying a small amount of sliced cooked meat is cheaper than a joint. Cheaper cuts of meat can be made into tasty meals like casseroles. Liver and kidney aren't to everybody's taste - but try them in an exotic recipe and you might be converted.
Burgers are popular and cheap, but pre-prepared ones can also be full of fat.
Fresh lean mince is good value and tends not to shrink when cooked in burgers unlike the packet ones. There's also no gristle. Dried soya mince is even cheaper and can be added to things like spaghetti bolognese. Quorn pieces or mince cost more, but can go a long way. A lot of people got put off fish at school - and never go back.