Eat

In our first two steps you made your plan and you learned the tips and tricks for saving the most when you shop.

Let's Eat! - Ways to save time and money on eating out and when eating at home

We know that you can’t always prepare a nutritious meal at home, so we’ll show you how to save when you eat out.

When you do prepare meals at home, save time and money by organizing your kitchen, learning quick meals to prepare for your family, and reducing food waste.

Check out our recipes which offer you fast, healthy, and low-cost choices.

8 tips to save time in the kitchen

RECIPES

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Fiesta Skillet Dinner

Cost Per Serving: $1.26

Tips:

Rinsing canned beans removes about 40% of the sodium.
This recipe freezes well.
Using canned corn increases the sodium.
Wrap in a tortilla to make a...

How to get it on SALE--EVERY TIME

Check grocery ads and store websites for sales and coupons.
When you see an item advertised on sale, add it to your shopping list and stock up, making sure to note the brand, package size and cost.

Check and chuck! Check your refrigerator every day, your freezer every week and your pantry at least once a month. Add it to your meal plan before you have to toss it.

When you plan ahead for healthy snacks, you're less likely to reach for the bag of chips when you're hungry.

Ensure a healthy diet!

Include something from each group: fruit, vegetable, protein, bread, and dairy.

Pay attention to prices!

If you know how much something usually costs, you'll know if it is a good deal when it's "on sale."

Plan for double portions

Prepare one portion to cook and serve, and the other to freeze for later.