Looking to stretch your dollars more & more these days? Here are a few tips & tricks I've learned from growing up in a large family, plus some I've had to learn myself along the way.
Cheap protein: A Vital component of every day.
-Eggs, not only are they known for being a good source of pr otein, they are also a good source of Omega-3 fatty acids, as well as vitamins A & D ..also only $3/doz.
-Tuna, a fish from the heavens. Your mom said it was brain food for a reason. Not only is it full of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins (including 100%dv B3) & minerals (with 190%dv selenium)
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-Soy milk, although the nutritional values may differ between brands, adding soy milk to your cereal will greatly improve your chances of a balanced day. It's always a good source of protein, iron & B-vitamins, it usually comes fortified with additional vitamins and nutrients.
(1 cup of soy milk& 1 cup of Vector cereal gives you nearly 100%dv of all your common nutrients. Makes getting everything you need a little easier.)
Frugal Fibre: Kick-start your day & last until lunch!
-Oats (in bulk), grab-n-go pack are good, but usually about 4x the price, just add a little cinnamon, honey & apple for an awesome breakfast.
-Brown rice, great for lunches & paired with dinner...because you can't afford couscous or quinoa. The recipes are limitless.
-Discounted whole-wheat bakery bread -there's nothing wrong with it, it's just not as fresh. (use it within 2 days or refrigerate)
Delectable Desert: Home-made parfaits.
-look for a good sale sticker or a 50% off tag, you'll be using it all at once anyway.
-plain granola, in bulk, is much cheaper than a box.
-use frozen/thawed fruit. (ex. blueberries, strawberries, or a berry blend) Store brand is good, and you'll be sure the fruit is always frozen in peak season.
-layer the 3 multiple times in a large glass. Tasty, frugal, and no guilt. Just the way I like it.
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