Incorporate Low-Cost Foods
Think about adding everyday value foods to your meal plan. These foods are great for stretching more expensive types of food or for starring in a healthy meal. Here are a few ideas you can use:
Produce
Shop with the season to save. Incorporate weekly specials into your meals to add freshness and new flavors. Everyday values in produce include carrots, potatoes, cooking greens (like collards, beets, and cabbage), apples, and bananas.
Here are a few ways to help you eat more vegetables and fruit everyday:
- Keep a bowl of whole fruit or veggies on the table or counter as a quick snack.
- Include fruit in all of your meals, not just breakfast.
- Try something new. You never know what you may like.
- Discover fast ways to cook veggies, including in the microwave!
