Tuesday, October 31, 2017
TIP TUESDAY - re-purposing pumpkin seed
TIP TUESDAY! HAPPY HALLOWEEN!! One of my favorite Halloween traditions is carving pumpkins... that is after they have been cleaned out. Here's a recipe to use up all those pumpkin seeds! This recipe will minimize your waste and make pumpkin cleaning more purposeful! :)
Friday, October 27, 2017
WEEKLY LOCAL AD RECIPE
Here is a tasty recipe incorporating Honey's apples and bone-in pork chops that are on sale this week!
Wednesday, October 25, 2017
SEASONAL FOODS
Shopping and cooking foods in season is good for your health and budget. When you buy foods in season their quantity is in abundance, resulting in a cheaper price. ☺$$$
Produce that has been naturally ripened on the vine or tree and harvested at the right time results in more flavor and nutrition. Which explains why in season produce tastes much better than when bought out of season.
Another benefit of buying produce in season, is the produce is grown in regulated soil and approved pesticides. Due to regulations in the USA. Out of season produce is typically brought in from out of the country and may contain contaminates from overseas. Due to other countries lack of growth regulations. Chemicals are also used to transport the produce overseas to prevent spoilage. So buying in season, typically means buying in country. 👍regulations!
So to recap, buying produce in season is:
So to recap, buying produce in season is:
Here are a list of foods in season this fall, click on the link for facts and storage suggestions for each item.
Try to incorporate some of these seasonal fruits and veggies into your weekly seasonal menus! Happy Fall 'yall 🍁
Tuesday, October 17, 2017
WEEKLY AD RECIPE OF THE WEEK
This week Glazier's Market is featuring some hot buys in their ad. Nearly all the ingredients in my favorite Black Bean and Corn Quesadillas are featured. Give this recipe a try! Your wallet and belly will thank you later!! :)
Cutting Grocery Costs
Grocery shopping can be overwhelming and wasteful, without a plan. A few simple adjustments to your grocery shopping routine can make it more efficient and cost effective.
First step, have a plan. With a little time and preparation at the beginning of the month you will avoid the nightly struggle of what to make for dinner and avert your temptation to order take-out. Which will both strain your wallet and expand your waistline. Being prepared allows you to incorporate left overs and reuse ingredients from other recipes, which saves you $$$. With a little practice these tips will have you enjoying, rather than dreading trips to the grocery store.
Tip #1 - Menu Planning: mapping out your meals ahead of time allows your daily meal prep and operation to run smoothly. With a recipe ready and ingredients on hand, cooking will be enjoyable and time effective. Some valuable menu planning tools include:
• A meal calendar
• Local grocery store ads
• Recipes (For well rounded, low cost meals check out: kanecountyfoodsense.blogspot.com
•Myplate food diagram
Tip #2 - Make the Grocery List: This can be done while you menu plan. Simply check your pantry and fridge for ingredients required for your menu items and add what you do not have to your list.
***Try keeping this list on or near your fridge so you can add items you run out of during the week.
Start Shopping: Once you have your list complied, you are ready to head for the store. Resist the urge to impulse buy, and only buy what you have on your list.
Avoid going shopping on an empty stomach, and try to shop with a time limit in mind. This helps you avoid wandering and impulse purchases as well.
Effective grocery shopping will save you time and $$$. Give it a try this week and notice the difference!
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