Meal Plan Archives

In The Kitchen: No Mayo Coleslaw

June 23, 2022 by Ruth Ann

Coleslaw is often something we see as a side at a restaurant. It can be a fabulous and affordable option to make at home for meals as well. This recipe is for a vinegar-based coleslaw that you can make for BBQ season, a potluck, as a lunch meal, to top a burger or to have … Read more

In The Kitchen: Sheet Pan Roasted Veggies

June 23, 2022June 14, 2022 by Ruth Ann

Roasted vegetables are a staple in our home. When life gets a little crazy, it is nice to have some of these veggies roasted and prepped in the fridge for a quick reheatable option on busy nights.

How to prepare Meals From Your Pantry During the COVID-19 outbreak

March 14, 2020March 14, 2020 by Ruth Ann

Today we are sharing some very basic meals you can make mostly from staples you would have in your pantry already. Included below is a list of all the staples we would suggest having on hand at any time, in case you are planning a trip to the store to stock your pantry.

SHOP For Real Food & SAVE More Money!

July 6, 2022March 2, 2020 by Ruth Ann

With the cost of food forever on the rise, we need to be more consistent with our planning and purchasing. Here are some tips to help you plan ahead and spend less on groceries. You may also find that using a meal plan and prepping ahead are a great help to saving both time and … Read more

FREE Freezer Meal Workshop February 2020

March 10, 2020February 25, 2020 by Ruth Ann

Last month we started a Monthly Freezer Meals Workshop, offered here for Free. Recipes, Shopping List and Live Video (on our Facebook page) One of the ways I like to stay on track with family meals, instead of eating out or making completely unhealthy choices, is by preparing Freezer Meals. By creating a monthly freezer meal workshop, we are not prepping EVERY meal for the month, but we are starting a prepped meal stock in our freezer. We invite you to join in and prep along with us or do it at a later date.

40+ Family Meal Plans for $25

September 10, 2022October 22, 2019 by Ruth Ann

In September of 2017, the first $25 Meal Plan was posted here on the blog. Today we have compiled them all into one list with the meals listed next to the dates, allowing you the opportunity to go back through and use them to plan your meals now based on current prices and sales.

Check all of the past meal plans for only $25 or less!

Frugal Family Meal Plan – 7 day plan

September 29, 2019September 29, 2019 by Ruth Ann

Inside: 7 day Family Meal Plan based on the Atlantic Canadian Sales Flyer for most major retailers.

We asked on our Facebook page last week if you want a $25 menu with 5 supper meals, or a 7 day menu with Suppers and ideas for lunch and breakfast as well. So here we go, our first 7 day meal plan based on the current sales in Atlantic Canada.

Meal Prep and Planning Basics

September 25, 2019 by Ruth Ann

Inside: Step by step tips for family meal planning and prep. We share how to make a list of your favourite meals, collect recipes, check what you have on hand, check sales, pick meals, shop, and prep ahead. We always function so much better as a family when I take the time to meal … Read more

Frugal Meal Plan Sept 20 – Family Meals On A Budget

October 8, 2019September 20, 2019 by Ruth Ann

What’s for supper this week?

How about 5 supper meals for a family of 4 for under around $25? That is my goal when creating these meals plans each week. The goal is to inspire you to find frugal and filling options for your family. You may spend a little more or a little less, but these are guidelines and inspiration for a frugal family meal plan.

$25 Meal Plan – May 30th – Frugal Family Meals

May 30, 2019 by Ruth Ann

This week’s meal plan includes BBQ Chicken, Hamburger soup, BLT Bagels and more. 5 family-friendly frugal meals on a budget each week based on sales in Atlantic Canada.