In today’s economy poor world people are looking for an inexpensive way to purchase healthy foods. Options for eating healthy are numerous and believe it or not they are less expensive than most people know. Eating at home is defiantly less expensive than eating out. Knowing what kinds of foods are high quality but not high priced will help in creating those delicious healthy meals at home.
Beans
No matter if you buy bean from the bulk isle or get them in a can, they are cheap and packed with protein. Out of the hundreds of varieties, there are countless numbers of ways to utilize beans in your cooking.
Frozen Fruits and Veggies
Many people have the misconception that fresh fruits and vegetables are the best way to go. It turns out that many of the fresh produce you see in the store, is actually around a week old by the time you pick it up and give it a squeeze. Once picked, produce begins to lose its nutrients, so by the time it gets to the store, there aren’t much of the original nutrients left.
Frozen produce is typically flash-frozen 24-48 hours after picking, locking in the highest concentration of nutrients available. Since they come in packages, they tend to be cheaper by the pound than their plump partners and can store for longer periods of time. The next time you go to the store, take a look at the price of frozen spinach versus fresh spinach. Even if they are priced around the same mark, think about how long the fresh spinach has been sitting there
Oats
Oats are one of the most, if not THE most, versatile foods around. They taste like whatever you cook them with, they can be creamy or crunchy, baked, fried, sautéed; you name it, oats can probably do it. The bigger the container, the cheaper it will be. Oats are loaded with fiber and contain a decent amount of calories for the serving size.
Quinoa
For the group of people who must have pasta at least three times a day, quinoa is a great alternative without all of the carbs and for a fraction of the price. Finding quinoa in the bulk isle is a steal; it is easy to prepare, completely healthy and cheap as all get-out. Quinoa is more like a grain than pasta, but can double in some of the same ways that pasta does, plus it is a great addition to salads.
Brown Rice
Not only is brown rice healthy, with around 4 grams of protein, 2 grams of fiber and only 170 calories per serving, it is dirt-cheap. The great thing about rice is the servings are measured by dry volume, which means, when the rice is cooked, your serving size nearly doubles. Brown rice can be used in burritos, casseroles, fried rice and is even hearty enough to stand up in many stews.
Feeding our families healthy meals doesn’t mean breaking the bank. Remember to keep the meal simple. Not only is a simple meal less expensive but it is the best way to ensure all the nutrients stay in the food while also giving you that great taste your family loves. Try a few of these healthy foods and see just how easy it is to eat healthy while saving dollars.
Casseroles take center stage when it comes to warm comforting foods. Baked in the oven these types of meals can consist of a variety of meats, vegetables and even fruits. Use leftovers, staples found in the cabinets, pantry and refrigerator to make a meal that can be frozen and reheated when time is short. There’s nothing like a good casserole on a cold winter night. 
It’s a know fact that most of our holiday time is spent in the kitchen. Often it’s at the expense of spending time with our families. This year why not invite Dad and yes the children into the kitchen to help with all the fun and joy of making those holiday treats. 
If your are hosting the Christmas dinner Christmas Eve means spending time in the kitchen preparing for the next days meal. Give the cooks a break by treating them to a brunch on Christmas midmorning. Everyone can get the nourishment they need to finish preparation for dinner that night.
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