Shrink Your Gocery Bill

If you don't live under a rock , then you have probably noticed how expensive the groceries are getting. Things I usually buy are sky rocketing. It is 2 times and sometimes 3 times more each week for my grocery budget. That is just for the basics that I buy. Using my food storage as a base , I still have a sky high bill.

These tips can help shrink your grocery bill. Every little bit helps.

Use a list and stick to it. I have gotten really good at planning out my meals for the week and sticking to a list. This has saved a lot. Get an easy to use meal planner. That will help so much.

NEVER shop for groceries on an empty stomach. Shopping hungry makes for a lot of impulse buying. Which adds a lot to the bill.

Leave everyone home when you go to the grocery store. You will be able to focus more on finding bargains and using coupons etc.

When you see something on sale that your family uses a lot of , buy as much as you can. Adds to your food storage and saves money in the long run. You will have it on hand and not have to buy it when the price goes back up to the higher price.

Buy store brand as often as possible. This has saved our family a lot.

Check the store ads each week and use your store savings card. You can save a lot doing this. Also use coupons as much as possible. I don';t rely on them because they are usually for items that are higher priced even with the coupon, but sometimes I have coupons for free items that save money for us.

 

17 Best Vegetables for Bucket Gardening

 

 

 

17 Best Vegetables for Bucket Gardening

 

It is finally getting to be that time of year to be able to start a garden. I am doing so much this season.

I am growing everything. Going to put in the plot that I have in my back yard , going to use buckets with some items to grow, and put some stuff along the front of my house. Full sun items in front.  Grabbing as many seeds as possible to grow. Growing extra to be able to help my family.

Food Storage Recipe - Chicken Tamale Pie

This is great for just using one skillet. No extra pans or dishes to wash.

Just throw it together and cook.

NEED:

1 can of cheddar cheese soup

1 can of tomato sauce

2 cans of chicken

3/4 cup of uncooked instant rice

2 cans of tamales

In the skillet combine the cheese soup, tomato sauce, chicken, and rice.

Cover it and let it simmer over low heat for a few minutes.

Place the tamales over the mixture and recover.

Cook until it is heated through.

Food Storage Recipe - Easy Fast Spanish Rice Dish

 This is such an easy meal. 

All you need is a package of Spanish rice mix and about half a can of black beans. You can also add any kind of meat. The one in the picture I had added about 1/3 of a package of chirizo to. 

Place everything in a baking dish with the 2 1/4 cup water. 

Bake until it is thickened up and done. 

Put some shredded cheese on top and place back in oven until that melts. 

Serve. 

I didn't have any tortilla chips so I placed a couple of tortillas on a pan and baked them until they got crispy. 

You could dress this up anyway you want.

 

How To Get Endless Hot Water Without Electricity

 

 

How To Get Endless Hot Water Without Electricity

 

Having hot water can make all of the difference in being comfortable.  If you have a rocket stove then it will be easy to have an endless supply of hot water.

Food Storage Recipe - Easy Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie

 

Quick chicken pot pie made with biscuits. Very easy with a can of biscuits. The 1 I made today was with Bisquick biscuit mix. Just as good , if not better.

NEED

1 can of biscuits or Bisquick Biscuit Mix 

2 tablespoons butter

1 small package of frozen mixed veggie mix

A small bit of diced onion

1 large can of chicken breast

1 cup of chicken broth 

1 can of cream of chicken soup

salt and pepper

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees

Melt the butter in large pan and saute the veggies and onion until the veggies are tender.

Season with salt and pepper.

Stir in the chicken broth and cream of chicken soup.

Let this simmer for a few minutes to thicken.

Turn off the heat and add the chicken.

Pour this "filling" into a 13X9 baking dish and top with the biscuits.

Bake until the biscuits are a golden brown and done. 

Serve. 

 

 

How to Prepare for Hard Times

 

 

 

How to Prepare for Hard Times

 We all need to be getting prepped for everything. Job loss, conflict, etc.  Learn new skills, start a garden, and stockpile a ton of items and food.

Food Storage Recipe - No-Knead Garlic Flatbread

 

No-Knead Garlic Flatbread – The Easiest Bread You’ll Ever Make! Also very delicious. 

NEED

 

- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

- 1 cup water

- 1 tsp baking powder

- 1/2 tsp salt

- 1 tbsp olive oil

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 1/2 tsp dried oregano

- 1/4 tsp black pepper 

1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and water until smooth. 

 

2. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and brush with olive oil. 

 

3. Pour a ladle full of batter into the pan, spreading it evenly. 

 

4. Sprinkle minced garlic, oregano, and black pepper over the top. 

 

5. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and set. 

 

6. Serve warm with hummus or a side of olive oil for dipping.

10 Cheap and Delicious Meals You Can Make with Beans: The Versatile and Nutritious Ingredient for Any Diet

 

 

 

 

10 Cheap and Delicious Meals You Can Make with Beans: The Versatile and Nutritious Ingredient for Any Diet - Mental Scoop

 

Beans are so nutritious and can be used in so many ways. A great way to replace meat. A lot cheaper than meat now too. 

Stay On Your Toes!

Getting enough good sleep is going to help you in so many ways when times get tough. You will be able to stay alert and have more energy. Having a clear mind will help a lot when SHTF! You will be quicker on your toes and notice more things around you. Keeping your family and home safe!

 If you ever have trouble falling asleep use some of these tips to get some help with it.

• Stay on a regular sleep schedule. Go to sleep at about the same time every night. Or whenever you do get to go to sleep. 
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• Don't take naps in the afternoon. This will disrupt your sleeping well at night.
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• Keep your home cool at night. Sleep  is a lot better when it is cooler.
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• Use your bed only for sleeping and other bed things. Don't work or eat in bed.
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• Avoid caffeine from the early afternoons on.
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• If you smoke - QUIT!
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• Don't eat anything heavy right before bedtime.
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• Check the medicine that you use. Sometimes the medicine you take thinking it will help you, actually makes you sleep deprived. Which hurts you more in the long run.
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• As much as possible - spend about 30 minutes in the sun each day. It resets your body and makes you feel a lot better just by getting that dose of Vitamin D.
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• Maybe move your clock out of the bedroom so that when you can't fall asleep , your not just laying there watching the clock. 
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• Have a good bed and pillows . When you are comfortable you will sleep better and wake up more refreshed.