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I try to be realistic on this channel as much as possible, and if we’re being real…I don’t always go into the grocery store with a plan! I know…making a meal plan before we shop for groceries is a great way to stay organized, reduce stress, AND keep our budgets in check. But sometimes I need to grab some things at the store and make a plan later, and that’s okay, too!

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I’m working on some extra videos for Vlogmas, so I thought I’d do a little casual “realistic” tour and chit chat with you about Christmas, and what it looks like for our family as we let go of making it “magical” and embrace making it “meaningful”.

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How much does it really cost to feed a family? The 4th in a series of week-long grocery hauls with meal plans for my family of 5, with cost and comparison to USDA budget recommendations.

Week #1: https://youtu.be/1KbkOKfrDeg?si=61TcEKHeBgJdjozQ
Week #2: https://youtu.be/MPQgLAx_Mxc?si=7WJmr-T9DggF5g7F
Week #3: https://youtu.be/cZud0EOckCY?si=3CtKgy6N7JcUfBkH

USDA Food Cost charts (they redesigned this page since I filmed these videos): https://www.fns.usda.gov/research/cnpp/usda-food-plans/cost-food-monthly-reports

~Inspiration~
Brookies: https://simplybeautifuleating.com/2023/01/13/brookies-chocolate-chip-cookie-brownie-bars/
Copycat Texas Roadhouse Rolls: https://thecozycook.com/copycat-texas-roadhouse-rolls/
Zuppa Toscana: https://cafedelites.com/zuppa-toscana/
Beer Chili Recipe (*see note): https://midwestfoodieblog.com/beef-and-beer-chili/
Spicy Ramen: https://www.plainchicken.com/spicy-pork-noodles/

*I used my slow cooker with the saute function so I could brown the ground beef, and simmer the broth with the beer in it before changing it over to slow cook function. I might just sub beef broth next time for the beer.

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~Inspiration~
Alabama Fire Crackers: https://www.anallievent.com/alabama-fire-crackers/
Smoked Sausage Pasta: https://www.budgetsavvydiva.com/2014/09/pan-cheesy-smoked-sausage-pasta-recipe/
Chocolate Lasagna (classic): https://www.thekitchensnob.com/chocolate-lasagna/
Hot Cocoa Chocolate Lasagna: https://pofzi.com/no-bake-hot-chocolate-lasagna-recipe/

USDA Cost of Food Charts: https://www.fns.usda.gov/research/cnpp/usda-food-plans/cost-food-monthly-reports

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~Inspiration~
Honey Oat Sandwich Bread: https://hostessatheart.com/honey-oat-pain-de-mie/?utm_source=pinterest&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=Grow#recipe
Crockpot Chicken & Wild Rice Soup: https://www.thekitchenmagpie.com/crockpotinstant-pot-cream-of-chicken-wild-rice-soup-panera-copycat/
Garlic Butter bow Tie Pasta: https://bitezly.com/garlic-butter-bowtie-pasta-with-ground-beef-recipe/
Marshmallow Crispy Cookies: https://thesaltedsweets.com/marshmallow-crispy-cookies-costco-copycat/
Alabama Fire Crackers: https://www.anallievent.com/alabama-fire-crackers/

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Swedish Meatball Orzo: https://www.orwhateveryoudo.com/2015/09/swedish-meatball-orzo.html
Nacho Soup: https://anorganizedchaos.com/slow-cooker-nacho-soup/
USDA Food Plans: https://www.fns.usda.gov/research/cnpp/usda-food-plans/cost-food-monthly-reports

The 2 sandwich bread recipes I’ve been using (in my next video, I give a little tutorial!):
https://www.dadwhatcooks.com/square-sandwich-bread-in-pullman-loaf-tin/
https://hostessatheart.com/honey-oat-pain-de-mie/?utm_source=pinterest&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=Grow#recipe

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~Inspiration~
*Note: I do not have links for every recipe I shared, and some of the links listed are similar recipes for your reference. I tend to “make it up as I go” when I cook, and I make adjustments and substitutions, which I explain as I prepare the recipes.
Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Soup: https://www.punchfork.com/recipe/Creamy-Cajun-Chicken-Pasta-Soup-40-Aprons
Crockpot Chicken Pot Pie Soup: https://pinchofyum.com/slow-cooker-chicken-pot-pie-soup
Chicken Orzo Soup: https://www.saltandlavender.com/lemon-chicken-orzo-soup/comment-page-6/
Crockpot Chicken Marinara: https://thermocookery.com/easy-weeknight-slow-cooker-chicken-marinara/#recipe
Crockpot Marinara: https://theskinnyishdish.com/crockpot-marinara/#recipe
Chicken Florentine: https://pin.it/6Q1ylBLZ2
Cheesy Smoked Sausage Pasta: https://www.yellowblissroad.com/one-pot-cheesy-smoked-sausage-pasta-skillet/#wprm-recipe-container-22489

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Inspiration/References:
Garlic Butter Ground Turkey with Cauliflower: https://pin.it/1JMculrsE
Sausage Parm Soup: https://www.foodlovinfamily.com/creamy-parmesan-italian-sausage-soup/
Chocolate PB Protein Ninja Creami: https://theproteinchef.co/the-best-ninja-creami-protein-ice-cream-recipes/

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The budget meals video from 3 years ago: https://youtu.be/3F8jljkmbFo?si=7n63Ds94tKpic2Yh
Stock Your Kitchen on $10 Budget video: https://youtu.be/bNXt8cOdYPs
Sausage Pasta in this video: https://youtu.be/jwArx8gLHn0?si=RmURPHDUkzQuRW-5
Cait’s Plate: https://caitsplate.com/mexican-corn-zucchini-noodles-with-chili-lime-roasted-chickpeas/#tasty-recipes-35779-jump-target

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