Jessica Fisher's Blog, page 64
June 23, 2021
Lunchtime Meal Prep to Help You Save Money
Want to save money, eat better, and avoid the takeout line? Make a week of lunches! Doing a lunchtime meal prep totally pays off. Whether you make a round of Meal Prep Salads or a couple batches of Freezer Burritos, prepping lunch in advance will put your mind at rest. Follow this strategy for pulling off...
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June 22, 2021
Healthy Cheap Snacks for Kids
Got kids who are always hungry? Let’s rephrase that, got kids? Then you need some healthy, cheap snacks to make sure they’re satisfied in good ways without sending you into hock. This collection of cheap snacks ideas will keep your kids happy while helping you maintain control over the grocery budget. Win-win for everyone! It...
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Tuna Macaroni Salad (45 cents/serving)
Enjoy this Tuna Macaroni Salad as a cool main dish this summer or as a substantial side dish at your next barbecue. It packs super well for lunch on the go. Whether you serve this tuna salad with pasta as a main dish or along with a selection of cold salads, you’re sure to please...
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June 18, 2021
CSA Box: Recipes & Tips for Using It Without Waste
Subscribing to a regular CSA box or produce box delivery can be a great way to support local farmers as well as get your eight servings a day of fresh fruit and vegetables. Here are some tips to help you use your share and make the most of it. (These tips work for good produce...
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June 17, 2021
Roasting Tomatoes in the Oven
Oven roasted tomatoes are super easy to do, and bring out so much flavor! If your garden is overflowing, try roasting tomatoes. Then you can add them to pasta, salads or pizzas. The possibilities are endless! Roasting vegetables in the oven is a wonderful way to add more flavor to them. Whether you roast poblano...
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Roasted Poblano Peppers
Learn to roast poblano peppers in the oven to add great, spicy flavor to any dish. They add the perfect smoky chile flavor to scrambles, enchiladas, casseroles, and tacos. Roasted poblanos are delicious in Chile And Cheese Enchilada Casserole as well tucked into Poblano Chile Enchiladas. I love them in scrambled eggs or roasted with...
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June 16, 2021
Berry Salad with Nuts & Coconut ($1.06/serving)
Enjoy in-season berries in this deliciously simple Berry Salad. Topped with coconut flakes and chopped nuts, this easy fruit salad can be made in just minutes. It’s the perfect no-bake dessert to serve all spring and summer. Should you find more berries than you can eat fresh, be sure to bake a Mixed Berry Pie or...
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Do You Need Cheap Restaurants to Dine Well on a Budget?
With rising food costs and inflation, truly cheap restaurants may be a thing of the past, but that doesn’t mean you can’t dine well on a budget. Follow these tried and true strategies so you can enjoy restaurants without going into hock. Cheap restaurants, at least ones that you might actually enjoy, are getting hard...
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June 15, 2021
Chocolate Chip Zucchini Muffins (31 cents each)
Got zucchini? Bake up these addicting Chocolate Chip Zucchini Muffins studded with nutrient-rich summer squash and sweet chocolate chips. You’ll have the perfect breakfast, snack, or dessert waiting for you. Made with a homemade muffin mix, these zucchini muffins freeze beautifully, baked or unbaked, freeing you up to enjoy them whenever the mood strikes. Zucchini...
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Baked Zucchini Fritters (34 cents each)
Fried zucchini is a treat to be sure, but Baked Zucchini Fritters are equally flavorful and so much more nutritious. Mix up a simple mixture of shredded zucchini, chopped green onion, beaten eggs, panko bread crumbs, and spices to form into patties and bake in the oven. The result? Hearty and delicious, Baked Zucchini Fritters...
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