I love to host dinner parties on a budget – an Aldi staple allows me to be lazy and whip up a great almost-homemade tart

HOSTING a dinner party doesn’t have to break the bank, especially when the shopping is done at Aldi.

One shopper has revealed a series of items they buy at the grocer to impress guests while also saving money.

Getty ImagesA shopper has revealed their favorite items to buy at Aldi when hosting parties[/caption]

Getty Images Sabah Hussain wrote that their pastry dough lets you show off with minimal work[/caption]

“Aldi’s pastry dough lets you show off with minimal work,” Sabah Hussain explained in an Insider article.

The author commended anyone who makes their own dough but said on lazier days, they’re not motivated to prepare something they can easily buy.

“I add a sweet filling — like spiced apples or peaches — to make a tasty pie or combine caramelized onions, peppers, and cheese to prepare a lush tart,” Hussain said.

The premade dough and Camembert cheese are great staples to have in your shopping cart, the writer said.

When guests start to arrive but dinner isn’t ready yet, having an array of chips and dips are great to have on standby. Guests can snack on it while you finish up dinner.

Aldi has a huge variety of dips such as, guacamole, salsa, and sour-cream that are available for purchase.

If any of your guests has dietary needs, preparing a butternut-squash risotto maybe the best decision.

The seasonal squash retails for a cheap price and is great for large dinner parties.

Not only is it delicious but it also provides a hefty serving of vegetables.

If you find yourself hosting without having much time to prepare, having frozen shrimp in the freezer can be a lifesaver, according to the article. The shrimp won’t take much time to thaw in comparison to other protein like chicken.

The shrimp can also pair nicely with a variety of pastas.

Preparing a charcuterie board can be a great addition to the party, especially during the winter months. Using Aldi’s Camembert is a cheap yet effective option for this.

For that extra pop of color, try incorporating bite size tomatoes into your salads or main courses.

A bottle of nonalcoholic bubbly is a great addition to the meal.

“I like to mix flavored water with lemonade, which looks pretty cute with a few raspberries thrown in for garnish and extra flavor,” Hussain said.

Purchasing Aldi’s white potatoes can be cost effective and a great addition to roast dinners.

Picking up a carton of coconut milk will be essential for making curry and having garlic granules can save you a lot of time when cooking.

The author shared yet another pointer – if you ever host a breakfast get together, buying Aldi’s white bloomer bread will be a great addition.