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How to Cook for One Person on a Budget

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How to cook for one person on a budget? Try to include recipes with similar ingredients to use up everything you buy. For example, if you need spinach for one recipe, look for another that uses spinach so you can use it up. You can use them in stir-fries, curries, or burger patties to add variety to your meals.

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What We Ate this Week on our Budget 09-08-2017

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I’ve recently re-started the series, What We Ate this Week on our Budget , because I missed the accountability and I had several readers ask for its return. Our monthly grocery budget for my family of 4 is $500. They’re about 30-40% off regular price, depending on the variety. Hoping for sunny skies!

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What We Ate this Week on Our Budget 02.19.16

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Every week I share what we ate for the week on our budget. Our current monthly grocery budget for my family of 4 is $500. Use my referral code to join. I packed food for breakfast and lunches, but we did go out to dinner on both nights…did I mention we spent the entire weekend at a pool…restaurant budget blown!

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Best Way To Meal Prep Chicken For Quick Meals

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The best way to meal prep chicken thighs is in the oven—broiled. You can do several pounds at once and use them all week long! Weekly food prep is one of my biggest tips for making quick and easy meals, and the best way to meal prep chicken thighs is in the oven—under the broiler. I use this brand.

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How to Cook Split Bone-In Chicken Breasts

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Looking for budget-friendly protein? They’re less expensive than boneless, skinless chicken breasts and won’t dry out while cooking. Depending on size, 2-4 fit nicely in my dutch oven. They cook easily and can be used immediately in recipes or freeze for future meals. Add 1-2 cups of water to the dutch oven.

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Budget Recipe | Tuna Noodle Casserole 39¢ A Serving

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I decided to re-post an oldie-but-a-goodie to start my “Budget Recipe” series. So here’s my budget, lightened up version: Ingredients: 1 Pound Rotini Noodles. Directions: Preheat oven to 400 Degrees. Pour into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish (I use the Kroger brand non-cooking spray).

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Save Money and the Environment By Buying Second Hand

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I’m in good company with my love of all things used. If you think buying used is just for people who are on a tight budget, think again. The most famous large family, the Duggars, routinely buy as much as they can used. Their motto is “Buy used and save the difference.” Kitchen Appliances.