NOTE- 1- Click on the picture and get a link to a post sharing the recipe. 2- Although all prices were correct at the time of the blog postings, the current cost of preparation of these dishes may be higher due to inflation and location. March 2025 USDA Thrifty Food Plan According to this plan, our family would have a budget of $189.80 per week. Since April has 4 weeks, our monthly budget is $759.20. We elevate our dining experiences by including fresh fruits, vegetables, and higher-quality meats. Since we have health concerns and are active individuals, we limit our processed food choices. This month will be a little trickier because Easter is during this month. Grocery Shopping Tip: Cook from your pantry and freezers when the sales are not of value to you. In addition, I chose to shop mainly at Aldi this week because of the limited sales. ...
With inflation on the rise and salaries not increasing, our ability to make ends meet is decreasing. Therefore, we must be more careful with our money. The Frugal Five is a series in which we celebrate the daily or weekly activities that help us live a frugal life. I am exploring ways to reduce costs during busy weeks. One strategy is to watch the pennies because they add up. Here are some of my tips and tricks. 1- Garden Set Up Continues There is compost available, so I topped my garden bed. In addition, I planted my onion and garlic sets. I also started previously saved seeds for my small backyard bed. Another job done! 2- Free-Bee Alert Meijer’s Perks had Ice Cream available from their coupon selection, so I spent 1500 points for an Ice Cream coupon. My son will be happy with this decision. 3- Staying Away from Takeout Our family tends to bec...