Delectable Meals on a Budget
The old adage that everyone needs daily meat and potatoes just doesn't ring true in today's world. Cuts of beef used to be cheap, when you raised your own steers but now, even that is expensive. People also are not as active as they used to be which means that all of that fat and starch is going to pack on the pounds.
With today's high cost of living and lack of exercise that most people experience, meat and potatoes need to be served very sparingly. Using very little meat and lots of vegetables with herbs and spices can be healthier and easier on your wallet. Getting creative with meals can make you forget how you used to enjoy high cholesterol and fat.
Herbs do not have to be expensive. Buy in bulk or grow your own. Windowsill herb gardens are popular and deliver the freshest (and cheapest) seasonings for budget meals that you can get. Spices can be picked up at dollar stores and in bulk at most grocery stores for just a fraction of what a name brand bottle would cost.
When most people think of cutting back on their food budget, spaghetti and tuna casserole comes to mind. These can get tiresome real quick. Try making spinach lasagna or a quiche with an array of different ingredients. Broccoli, cheese, eggplant, tomatoes or peppers are just a few suggestions for a great quiche. And don't forget to add some of your fresh herbs and seasonings of onion powder and thyme.
To show you how simple a delectable meal on a budget can be that is also budget conscious, check out this recipe. It may sound unappealing but is highly addictive. There is just something that blends all of the flavors together that keeps it hard to limit to only one serving. The average cost for the ingredients that will feed a family of six is around $5.50.
Sausage Egg Casserole
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees.
- Cook 1 pound of pork sausage and drain.
- Make rue out of ¼ cup margarine, ¼ cup flour and 2 cups of milk.
- Line a 1-½ quart casserole dish with 2 sliced hard-boiled eggs.
- Mix a 1 pound drained can of whole kernel corn with your sausage and add to rue.
- Sprinkle with pepper and dash of chili pepper.
- Pour into your casserole dish and slice 2 more hard-boiled eggs on top.
- Top with 1 cup of breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes.
Being creative in cooking on a budget doesn't have to be difficult when you find just a few winners. Search for specific food recipes such as cabbage, eggplant, carrots, or peppers and see all of the combinations that there are. Spending money on food can be cut drastically when you use foods that are readily available and inexpensive, mixed with creative recipes and seasonings.
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