Healthy is Doable

Cooking at home can be easy, affordable, and delicious! Choose Homemade offers recipes and resources that help active and busy families like yours. Explore these simple tips to save time, cut costs, and make the most of every meal.

Quick & Easy Veggies

Eating healthy doesn’t have to be time-consuming! Pre-cut, canned, and frozen veggies are just as nutritious as fresh and can save you time and money. Learn how to make the most of these convenient options.

Buy In-Season

Eating seasonal and native vegetables offers numerous benefits, and buying produce in season means fresher flavors and better prices! Find out what’s in season and how to use it in simple, delicious meals.

Swap it Out

Making healthy meals is easier when you have the right ingredients on hand! Learn how to stock your pantry with essentials and make simple swaps to create delicious, nutritious meals with what you already have.

Buy in Bulk

Buying pantry staples like beans, rice, oats, and canned veggies in bulk can help stretch your grocery budget. Learn how to shop smart, store bulk items, and turn them into easy, affordable meals!

Easy Cleanup Meals

Cooking at home doesn’t have to mean spending hours cleaning up a sink full of dishes! These easy recipes can minimize cleanup while still creating delicious, homemade meals that are kind to both your time and your kitchen.

Shop Smart

Think eating out is cheaper? See how homemade meals compare in cost per serving and get budget-friendly, healthier recipes that prove cooking at home can save your money.

SIMPLIFY YOUR DINNER

1 Shopping List, 5 Recipes

We simplified the shopping list! The links below can show you how to get creative with just a few ingredients. These grocery lists include everything you need to make all 5 beef or chicken recipes with just a single shopping list.

CHICKEN

BEEF

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EATING HEALTHY ON A BUDGET

Recipes Less Than $2 Per Serving

Eating healthy on a budget is doable with these simple, affordable recipes. Here is a selection of delicious, low-cost options beyond beef and chicken—all priced under $2 per serving.

Taco Pasta

$1.69 per serving
This one-pan dish combines whole-wheat pasta, black beans, veggies, and taco seasoning for a hearty, flavorful meal.

Lemon Shrimp Stir-Fry

$1.79 per serving
This stir-fry is a quick and flavorful dish made with tender shrimp, fresh vegetables, and a bright lemon sauce.

Peanut Butter Banana Bread

$1.34 per serving
This bread is a moist, hearty treat made with ripe bananas and creamy peanut butter.

Turkey Breakfast Bake

$1.42 per serving
A hearty, protein-packed dish made with lean ground turkey, eggs, and veggies—great for meal prepping or starting your day right.

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