With the cost of food rising families every where are
worried about being able to provide delicious and healthy meals that don’t cost
an arm and a leg to produce. The state of the economy may be a little
compromising right now, but that doesn’t mean that your meals have to be. Here
are a few simple tips and recipes to try that will keep your wallet and your
stomach happy.
Tips:
- Plan
out meals ahead of time. So you don’t overspend at the grocery store, plan
your meals out for the week and then make a list of everything that you
have and everything you need. Take the “need” to the store once a week to
stock up. - Stock
up the pantry, and take advantage of any sales on dry or canned goods so
that your pantry stays full. Keep lots of dry whole wheat pastas and brown
rice on hand at all times, both are healthy options and can be made into a
variety of dishes. - Frozen
veggies are a great alternative to fresh produce; it lasts longer and more
often than not can be less expensive. Take advantage of meat when on sale
to, you can freeze what you don’t use for future meals. - Keep
in mind what is in season for fresh produce- It will be less expensive.
For example strawberries, blackberries, and cherries are always less
expensive in the summer months. - Avoid
convenience foods like fast food or frozen dinners, they are heavy in
salt, and usually fat content. - Incorporate
leftovers into the next meal.
Recipes:
- Creamy
Rice with Peas and Mushrooms - Creamy
Chicken Spaghetti - Polka
dot Sandwich - Easy
Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo - Vegetable
Bake
The best parts about these recipes
are that they store well, are inexpensive, and easy to make. You can make them
on the lighter side too by using brown rice, whole grain breads, wheat pastas,
low sodium soups/broths, and using
1/3 less fat cream cheeses. Live healthy and happy with these inexpensive and
healthy tips and recipes.
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