and Walmart accepts it. I also do a lot of my shopping at Aldi or the Amish bents and broken store. H.D. The other day I reused an 810 manilla envelope. We also CAN our own garden that we grow! Then I have a nice hedge on inflation, plus. Canned fish is pretty cheap. This year, I canned (in mason jars) 61-pint size jars of deer meat, about 40 jars of pork (wild hogs) and a few jars of chicken broth. Back then they could get it free or for .10. 2 tbsp of cold water. Oh my goodness, the prices just keep escalating at the grocery stores. The Dime Meal Eating Cheap in the Great Depression. 11. They didnt sell it in the stores and you had to ask for it. I have printed it off and Im highlighting those that I know my family will like. Ask. At times even spices were sometimes hard to come by during the Depression, most cooks usually kept some cinnamon on hand for baking. Rice and potatoes were cheap ways to fill up hungry . My dad was born in 1918 and my mom in 1927, when I was a kid they ate tomato sandwiches, homemade bread, bread torn and put in a glass then added milk. Saturday well have the stew, Sunday, pasta with meatballs. We had to stretch every penny to feed our families. I still dont get to eat a lot because I am on SSI disability, Medicaid, and a few food stamps. Tastes ever so good as leftovers too. Kool-Aid was cheap, simple to make, and easy to store. So many ways to make ends meet without being deprived of a good filling meal. I grew up eating a lot of these same Depression Era meals & I feel like they are comfort food. We eat what we want most of the time because we shop strategically. Meatballs (ground meat, bread crumbs, egg, ground up veggies, leftover cheerios or other low sugar cereal I use 1 part meat, 1 part bread type stuff, 1 part vegetables. Its interesting because once we get older we are not making as much money so we do indeed need to know how to cook on a strict budget. dry beans and cook 2 lbs at a time in the slow cooker. Could you please give any information you have on this photo that you used? We cook things from scratch about 90% of the time, rather than using packaged stuff. Oh yum, I must make this sandwich now. I cant remember as a child ever going out to a restaurant. Find people that have Sunday newspapers that dont use their coupons. Sugar sandwiches - no, but sugar/cinnamon on toast is good. We use turkey burger from Aldis instead of hamburger not much of a taste difference in our minds. red wine vinegar. No money for luxuries. 10. We buy food at a scratch and dent store. shape, BOIL. My family hasnt noticed. Im diabetic, so I cant fill up my meals with lots of rice or pasta. Hoosier Cream Pie. You can always slow cook enough soup for a couple of days. With just about every meal being made from scratch many cooks still relied on and used herbs to season their food. When I shop, I look for bargains. Ask if you can have them. 10. Beet greens. We put all sorts of methods into practice to save money some already mentioned others a little specific to our unique situation. Start with tomatoes, cucumbers, potatoes, radishes, carrots and green onions. As a kid, I thought we were the only people that did that. Im so happy youve found us. Potato Casserole. I would like to see someone (who has the time) to create recipes that are seasonal so that I am not constantly going to the store to find ingredients to make X, right now we should be eating squash, potatoes, dried beans, etc. During the Great Depression, people used everything they had to make a cheap and filling meal, such as the Hoover Stew. 51. We are hunters. Foraging was a great way to get food for hungry families during the era and this Dandelion Salad from Martha Stewart is a perfect way to try this. Hoover Stew Recipe; 8. Learn how to make simple yet delicious dishes while listening to stories from the Great Depression. eccentricculinary.substack.com. Down in Louisiana, there is a Creole version of the dish. It's a food that stretches for sure. Saving for us has more to do with how we shop than how we cook. Then we eat all we can and can or freeze the rest. Add only 1/2 cup of boiling water, cook, stirring constantly for 5 minutes. Its still good either way. I dont have to purchase that product again until it goes on sale. So tonight I made 2 round steaks for dinner. I dont think those meals are great depression meals anymore. Yummy soups are always good because they are so filling, homemade tomato with saltines. Full of fiber, this dessert serves as a filling end to a meager meal. I would rather eat at home and not drive in and sit at a table and wait for a meal. Mixing them then cooking means it all tastes like hamburger. Creamed Chipped Beef & Toast - S.O.S. One week it was a dollar off. If I go to my grocery store before noon they put all the products in a cart that is ready to expire. Therefore most of our meats, fruits,and veggies are canned in jars. When I buy meat, I buy it only on sale, and I buy enough for several meals and then freeze either portions or leftovers. Mini pies (masa/corn flour mixed with water or broth, pushed into muffin tins, filled with whatever leftovers and some cheese work well). I never liked them, but my family did. Linda, it has been great reading this post. I did a little the other day. Hey! Also eat a lot of beans, rice, eggs, and pasta. I would like to see someone (who has the time) to create recipes that are seasonal so that I am not constantly going to the store to find ingredients to make X, right now we should be eating squash, potatoes, dried beans, etc. Eat a lot of casseroles because it doesnt require as much meat. Learn to preserve what you grow. I used to have one of their old recipe books had a lot of recipes for a fake meat product, I think they use a lot of TVP now, it made for aninteresting read. Instructions: Add . Great Depression Meals-How To Eat For Less Money. Loved reading how others save money on food. 76. We are vegetarians here (my husband strays from that occasionally-LOL) but I found The Gentle Chef website: thegentlechef.com who has many recipes for turning vital wheat gluten into meats that are quite good. Mom was awesome is all I can say. Old, injured or male birds are dinner. 82. You almost need to take out a loan to buy meat for, Here is another saver. I try to save money by throwing in some meatless meals during the week, like potato soup or minestrone. My family hasnt noticed. Now lets save some money! and come up with a coupon for an item or % discount. Potatoes were a staple, and according to Clara Cannucciari, an elderly woman who runs the YouTube channel "Great Depression Cooking," one popular dish was called the Poor Man's Meal, which consisted of potatoes combined with hot dogs (also cheap) and onions, chopped and fried up. Lets share ideas with each other. 52. 23. Melt the butter, add the flour and quickly start whisking it. I just retired, so there is only two of us, but minus my pay is a big deal. Top ramen omelet. Its all about cooking at home and eating fewer carbs or like you said balance them with proteins. Jane Ziegelman and Andy Coe, authors of A Square Meal, discuss food trends of the time. Hi Pam, its interesting because Mark and I eat so many of these meals today. I buy most meats marked down. Anytime were making something with ground meat in it, I substitute half the meat with TVP (online ). I am working on a post to get 4 meals from a roasted chicken: dinner with potatoes, then make broth for soup, sandwiches or wraps for school lunches, and I usually have some leftover to do tacos, enchiladas, or chicken pasta. When I find a good one I buy a case or two of that item. No more stressing about what can I make, and, the same menu can be used month after month because its so varied by the time the meal comes around again you havent had it for four weeks! grinding our own grains, and making yogurt when I remember to, and then remembering to freeze or eat leftovers so we arent throwing food away. Bake at 350 degrees until golden brown, 12-15 minutes. If not ask for a manager. We stretch stretch stretch!! 75. Add a ton of salt . Here is a list of 10 depression-era meals we will be eating again if things don't change. Again, I make my WalMart run and freeze the milk. I remember when we were starving after not getting breakfast or lunch at school, we would come home on the bus, and make mayonnaise sandwiches because we were so hungry. Oxtail: Its the bone of the tail and very tender meat. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for any and all ideas. 69. Reuse, Reuse, Reuse. Mashups were a common way to use up whatever you had on hand during the Depression, and the Garbage Plate is another example. Try this soup on a rainy day for some comfort food. Kraft Macaroni and Cheese. These soups and stews are perfect for when you're craving a comforting bowl of deliciousness. Its interesting because we were raised this way, its the norm to cook from scratch. Ham Hocks & Beans - Not just a great Southern recipe but one that you can make on the cheap. Porridge for breakfast oats go a long way! I am too. We have a 50 by 50-foot garden and plant what we can and then can it, the beginning costs may be high but you reuse most of it for years. Food Storage Moms, LLC is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. Lots of beans, sometimes I have cornbread, or crackers. As kids, we asked for this for dinner and could not get it often enough. We buy wheat berries rather than flour and grind our own. Sorry, it took me so long to post but Ive been getting in at near midnight all week long. When you cook meats you often find fat at the bottom of the ban. Here are some recipes that were actually used during the Great Depression. Im so sorry! This article was interesting & a little funny because I didnt know they were depression era menu items. Trust us, this easy chicken casserole recipe is so easy to make - just cook, layer, bake, and you're done! Meatballs (ground meat, bread crumbs, egg, ground up veggies, leftover cheerios or other low sugar cereal I use 1 part meat, 1 part bread type stuff, 1 part vegetables. Mix until smooth. We have a few families, each with a small amount of land & one person with a lot of property. My sister does something a bit unique. Well see how this all works out. Much as I like rice and beans, rice with meat dishes, potatoes, peas (Small young canned peas sold at Aldis) and breads or other grains, those are all carbohydrates. Miller. For instance, I have to eat a particular brand of bread for a health problem I have. Great comment! Potato soup - water base, not milk - yes - dehydrated potato flakes and vegetables of any sort. 6. It is a complete meal and easy cleanup. And as mentioned by many, learning to use everything up along with proper storage and preserving methods helps. Served at Franklin Delano Roosevelt's White House, this dessert is not overly sweet. Its normally $3.57 per loaf. Its quite a bit cheaper. T. Talk about a stretch! As each item rings up shell tell the checker the adjusted price, the checker keys it in, no big deal, takes hardly any extra time in line. Those who dont have the cash up front to fund the operation, or have the land to do so, can put in work hours to cover your share of the $. We really enjoyed this when my mom fixed this dish too, not really sure of the recipe but it was prepared in the frying pan and had garlic. Another favorite is a piece of toast, fried egg on top and hot milk poured on top. Poor Man Chicken Broccoli Casserole. Hi Diana, isnt it wonderful how we remember what our parents did to save money? They continued to cook and eat many of the meals that they ate during that time throughout their lives. They took a small amount of the meat they were serving for supper and made a nice soup. I never pay full price, I dont care if I stand there for 10 minutes with the line piling up, I am determined to find a coupon that works. 1.8 Great Depression Foods - Peanut Butter Stuffed Onions. I asked a question on Food Storage Moms Facebook page a few years ago to see what people are doing to save money on groceries. A side salad and some saltines. Love it! Lentil patties (lentils cooked until tender, mash up with seasoning and onion, shape and fry or bake. Times were tough in the 1930s and people had to be creative with the few ingredients they could find and afford. Popcorn replaces chips. Potatoes are cheap and easy to store, so it's no surprise they showed up on menu home meal plans during the Depression. What do you think? Im posting this article about Great Depression Meals again today that I wrote many years ago. Learn to eat what you grow. Also had rabbits to eat. I buy a sack of potatoes and stretch it to make meals, etc. Working to teach DH that leftovers are eaten not thrown out. And you dont have to have a paper flyer or ad to prove the sale price! Our local fruit and vegetable store has bagged produce for $1. Next, put bone-in chicken thighs skin-side up on top of the veggies. Leftover Potato Pancakes. I add wheat berries (homemade) to my spaghetti sauce and then cut the meat in 1/2 and no one notices. Many of your meat recipes I have turned into meatless versions and we enjoy them! Share this post. So how do we serve a good meal and save? 33. Add cheese, apple, hard boiled egg for a more filling salad. I pay $25 in feed a month, which gives us on average 250 eggs a month. Then I have a nice hedge on inflation, plus I dont have to purchase that product again until it goes on sale. Hi Geni, oh my gosh, I love your comment! However!!! can be a challenge. We have a half-acre garden and I garden year around. Its all about saving money, right? I thought all those simple meals and sandwiches with just onions or tomatoes was something my family did just because. Pinch of salt. Hi JMarsh, you had a rough life growing up as I did. I think I could get 5 meals at least for our family of four (although eating is more like 2 1/2 people). From deer to rabbits and all manner of fish and fowl. The great thing about doing it this way is the weekends. Serve with a side of cornbread. That saves a lot, and it never hurts to ask! The best part I discovered is all I do is look at the menu in the morning to see what is on tap for dinner that night. This has to be one of the best articles ever written. The good thing is we learned to take care of ourselves. From Scratch Noodles from Delishably. Well minus the bacon and all the extra cheese in my recipe. 1930's Potato Soup and Biscuits from Everyday Foodie. I roasted a turkey breast. A little olive oil and garlic over the pasta toss together, its healthy and filling. The extra garden raised food shared with the elderly couple that owned it. They didnt sell it in the stores and you had to ask for it. Peanut/almond butter and jelly on toasted Daves Killer Blue Seed Bread makes an awesome lunch! Pinterest is AWESOME for helping with recipes! Good memories. You can also make your own noodles quite easily. e are eating a ton of chicken and pork, cant afford beef muchI got a 3-4 lb pork loin on sale and got like 10 meals out of it (its just 2 of us) cut into chops and a small roast found an organic whole chicken cheaper than the regular, several. Grace Mannon Updated: Feb. 21, 2023. My grandmother was able to get the Beet greens that grocers would twist off for their customers before they weighed the beets for purchase. I take advantage of the Meijerbuy 10 get the 11th one free offers PASTA!!! toes. 16. Cream of Potato Soup is a recipe from the Great Depression era that we all still enjoy very much today. Prices are half and more off. Related: 88 Great Depression Recipes. Just what it sounds like. Hoover Stew from Time Traveler's Kitchen. Hi Linda, I totally agree. Goulash: Jen L. suggested a pound of pasta, 1 pound of ground beef ( or ground meat of any kind), and a can of tomatoes or sauce. Pinch of salt. I know a chest freezer is harder to organize and dig through, but if youre really trying to save money, the stand-up freezer is a major money waster. I still make a lot of beans because they are high in fiber and protein and depending on how you make them, low in fat. I started growing my own vegetables, spices, and fruits (strawberries, raspberries and I will be adding elderberries this year) two years ago and this will be my 3rd year. My mom had to be inventive to feed all five of us. Also, I do one month worth of grocery shopping at a time. Great ideas. These were featured in cookbooks and magazines of the time and promoted the use of cheap foods, often consisting of filling items like soups, noodles, and beans. Simple baked potatoes with butter and salt and pepper are filling and cheap. Everything I cook is served over either rice or potatoes to stretch it. We rarely ever had kids come spend the night with us because they all knew that we were very poor. Doesnt have to be fancy and expensive. Baked with chicken, broccoli, and cheese, this is one of our favorite poor man meals. One of my great-grandmothers absolutely loved pickled tongue. THREE meals out of ONE chicken! We loved tomato soup but we did have grilled cheese with it and tuna casserole, well everyone had tuna casserole and salmon patties. Drinking. We call it Eraser Gravy. 1 1/2 cups flour. All they can do is say, no. Plastic baggies can be washed and re-used instead of thrown out. Tomato sandwiches (I never knew this was a depression meal), Biscuits and gravy (sometimes we had sausage in it), Pancakes rolled with butter and sugar inside, Norwegian lefse-my recipe is at the bottom. Pasta and rice are great for stretching anything at mealtime. Linda, a follow-up about Walmarts price matching: Their price matching policy is online and they are very specific about some things. The water you boiled it in is now a quick broth use for soup). It stays good for months. 85. It stretches the meat, plus oatmeal is good for you! Okay, lets see I do peel some veggies, but I use those peels to make my broth taste better (ie broth is made of carcass and onion skins and potato skins and carrot skins, etc, giving it a HUGE nutritional punch). I make chicken soup, tacos, and rice with it. Tastes ever so good as leftovers too. Canned meat wasn't available for many people living in rural areas. Life is good when our belly is full. Eggs and milk (hormone free) are less at Aldis! You can make mac and cheese just by adding your favorite shredded cheese. Baked bean sandwich. The meat just costs far too much and pasta is filling. When money is short I make cornmeal with sugar and pour cold milk over it. I keep a well-stocked pantry of dry and canned goods. 1.4 Great Depression Foods - Mock Apple Pie. I love the term soup of the day!! We raised hogs for meat. Slowly add the cornmeal mixture to the boiling water, stirring to avoid lumps. Things are getting pricey out there these days and I have done a pretty good job of stocking my pantry with canned goods and dry goods. 46. Depression-Era Hot Milk Cake. During the depression, my elders on both sides made oxtail soup because it was the cheapest part of the cow. Then I dont go back to the store and get caught in oh this is a good deal. 80. Menu Plan: Great Depression Recipes. I'm really excited about this one because I actually grew up eating this Great Depression meal. "My large Italian family gathered in the kitchen and tried many ways to prepare Sunday dinner on a tight budget. Now, cover everything with a layer of sliced potatoes. My mom raised us on very little money. My sweeties standby recipe he calls goulash just elbow macaroni, seasoned hamburger, onion, and tomatoes. 10 Easy Budget Meals Anyone Will Love Every Day. The flavors of this cake are buttery and sweet with vanilla flavor. I make my own bread (usually making two loaves at a time freezing the 2nd). Favorite flavors were cherry, grape, lemonade, and tropical punch. 1. frozen or canned fish with leafy greens. But through the years, accurate amounts were noted. 8. In the stores, the cosmetic counters normally have samples of things. It saves a lot of money when Im not buying prepackaged food. I have bought a half gallon of OJ there for 50 cents and a FLAT of strawberries with nothing wrong with them for 2$ (0.25 a quart). 32. Toast with mayo, sliced onion, pepper, and fried egg over medium. Then I dont go back to the store and get caught in oh this is a good deal. Several on here we still like today. During the Depression, cheap, nutritious and filling food was prioritized often at the expense of taste. We ate our share of lettuce sandwiches with miracle whip. A couple of weeks ago, I took one of those large cuts and made pozole and Chile Verde and canned them- ended up with 24 pints of pozole and 18 pints of Chile Verde. Ox-tail soup during the Depression was a simple fare with basic components you simply chop up the tail of an ox or cow, leaving the bone attached. boiling water. Such a reminder of my childhood, and my present conditions as well. shape, BOIL. Salivating. I make lots of Frybread & salads to go with meals. We are trying to use our leftovers before they have to be thrown out. Lasts a long time and feeds many. Add rest of milk and water and cook for 5 more minutes. Pour the tomato sauce over to give the rice enough moisture to cook. 35. Ive got a family of 5 ranging from a 17 down to 6 and two working adults. I cannot remember the last time we had ground beef. I didnt read the other post, but planning for leftovers is a huge $ saver. Add in mash potatoes. Hamburger gravy on toast or potatoes: Kami suggested . We raised 2 huge gardens every year. The idea is how to fill everyone up and save money on the most expensive part meat which we all need more veggies and less meat anyway. In fact, I pretty much make all my bread and pastry items from scratch so I never have to go to the store. We call it Eraser Gravy. Fish patties (salmon or tuna, bread crumbs, lemon juice, mustard, onion, egg. That and shredded chicken meant lots of casseroles. $4.00 savings! I freeze everything I can, including bread, milk, pizza dough. Garbage Plate. Worn fabric was woven into a rug or turned into cleaning rags, tires became garden . It only takes a couple to go a long way. They foraged. A fun and cheap meal are diced potatoes topped with onions, garlic, bacon bits, and cheese! Place on an ungreased baking sheet. This included all the steaks and roasts. 265. I am not one of those save the world types so I was surprised this blew me away. 72. 38. 31. She shops at Walmart and they price match any advertised price. meals and bone broth from that eating a lot more eggs finding creative ways to stretch out pasta, rice, and potatoes. Add cocoa and sugar to small pot. Milk and eggs are perishable, and unless you lived on a farm, they probably weren't a huge staple in your depression-era kitchen. Linda, My Mum made soup du jour using a can of soup, usually cream of mushroom or cream of chicken, and adding what ever leftovers she had. Lentil patties (lentils cooked until tender, mash up with seasoning and onion, shape and fry or bake. One more detail to add, that is, that, for a long time, most . Chicken for a chicken veggie s, I just retired, so there is only two of us, but minus my pay is a big deal. This week I have leftover stew and pasta sauce with meatballs. I consent to Food Storage Moms collecting and storing the data I submit in this form. It doesnt have to be that youre eating the exact same meal (e.g. 3 tbsp of corn starch. apple cider vinegar. We now have a shed that is set up strictly for meat processing which has. Recipes varied, but usually involved hot dogs, canned vegetables, and pasta or macaroni. During the Great Depression, people got creative with crafting meals out of inexpensive and available ingredients. Check out some of the seventh day Adventist meals. Potatoes, tomatoes, garlic, onion, and cumin to flavorthem. Named after the president that took office right before the crash, Hoover Stew was the name for the cheap slop eaten by residents of shanty towns. Use lentils or split peas when making hamburger dishes like spaghetti. A lot has changed on rural America's farms in the 70 years or so since the Great Depression. Linda, Hi Alli, its all about saving money on groceries, right??? I still make a lot of beans because they are high in fiber and protein and depending on how you make them, low in fat. Shape and fry up). Now, this is a roast chicken you make from scratch, not the store-bought pre-cooked ones (which tend to be small). There are a lot of free things out there also to help. Lasts a long time and feeds many. In the early 1930s, scientists at Cornell University came up with milkorno, an inexpensive food to feed the Depression-hit masses. I was raised very poor with parents born in the 1920s. I pay $25 in feed a month, which gives us on average 250 eggs a month. Using no special ingredients, this cake is delicious and cheap. When we have leftover veggies of any kind, if it is not enough for another meal, I freeze them, then add to a bag of other frozen veggies. Ramen noodles. Most of the kids in our classes in school, were from middle income homes, who got to eat well. Shutterstock. This pie is a Hoosier tradition that dates back to the 1800s. Serve hot over bread, biscuits, or toast. I decided that as I get my Social Security check once a month, Id shop only once a month (excluding fresh veggies and fruit). . 13.8K. I bake most of my bread and found some great no-knead recipes at https://www.artisanbreadinfive.com/. Bring back to a boil, stirring constantly. You can add meat, or not. For that reason, little was ever thrown out. Everyone got a bowl of soup. I know, and prices just keep going up. Milk, cream, or half and half. Some are wild others we raise ourselves or purchase from local farms or auctions. Keep stirring until the mixture is cooked and smooth. But, once you stock you then only purchase items when they are on sale. To that, add about 8 ounces of dried beef (i.e. Made from fried potatoes, onions, and hot dogs, this mixture was then topped off with canned corn, canned peas, and stewed tomatoes. It helps me to repurpose my leftovers into other meals. To stop eating out, we take cheese and crackers or sandwich makings. 77. Vitamins were a relatively new discovery during the Great Depression; scientists discovered them in stages, starting around World War I and continuing . I dont need recipes. Canned fish is pretty cheap. Haha This was a great article, as usual. View Recipe. So it should come as no surprise that someone figured out how to take a few basic ingredients (cream of chicken soup, onion, butter, etc.) Invite the family over. You can have a cup of soup, or soup for a group quickly. Ive got a family of 5 ranging from a 17 down to 6 and two working adults. It is cheaper by the pound. Related: How I Feed My Family of 6 on $200 a Month . Again just like it sounds like. Fish patties (salmon or tuna, bread crumbs, lemon juice, mustard, onion, egg. Sign me up to the Food Storage Moms newsletter! I spent just about $300 for the month of February, which comes to $10.71 per day. We keep 40 to 50 hens all the time and have eggs aplenty year around. II, (1986-93, p. 29), includes two cups of flour, one tablespoon of baking powder, 1/2 . Venison stew with garden frozen veggies. Acquiring these are still super frugal! 19. Mom was awesome is all I can say. I know this sounds crazy, but we all need to rethink what we think a meal is. Then we would pour Karo syrup over them in order to h. ave something sweet. It's not always kid friendly, but if you start them young or try deconstructing the salad and just giving piles of cut veggies with dip. The water you boiled it in is now a quick broth use for soup). An amazing meal for about $5 with plenty of leftovers for the next day. Cut back on animal protein and we have a big garden. Little greens, a slice of cucumber, few chopped onions, a small grape tomato, and a few carrot curls. When butter is on sale, I buy a case of it, then make ghee and can it. at Aldis! Prepared mashed potatoes are served with an egg-filled ham cup on top and drizzled with a Hollandaise sauce for extra richness. We ate lots of beans and Mexican rice. Dandelion salad - served in high end eateries today. To learn more about CafeMedias Privacy Policy, click here. When we have leftover veggies of any kind, if it is not enough for another meal, I freeze them, then add to a bag of other frozen veggies. Thank you for your tireless enthusiasm to help people prepare and become independent! Also, I do one month worth of grocery shopping at a time. A typical Depression-era breakfast consisted of a piece of seasonal fruit, milk and cereal, and eggs or toast with butter. We raised chickens for eggs and meat. If they expire that day or are pre-frozen I cook them and then freeze. I picked up 4 loaves and froze them. Not only saves me money, but also gas money for my car. Stay well, eat at home. Carrots are the same. From being enjoyed as a glass on its own, to making soups, biscuits, and pancakes, buttermilk has remained a staple in American cuisine for its merit and versatility. 1. Still pricey but so much better. I was just talking to my cousin about this today. We buy and plan for leftovers and we pride ourselves on getting larger cuts cheaper and getting many meals from it. Victor Moruzzi. One way to save money on utilities is to get a chest freezer and not a stand-up. 9. Get the Recipe! lemons, to squeeze onto almost any meat or veggie for added flavor and brightness . I buy organic veggies but dont peel them when I am low on cash we dont do organic but still dont peel them. Carb heavy foods need to be balanced with proteins or greens and for some of us, they should be consumed less than the other foods. 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