"Take a moment to reflect on the meaning of the holiday. Chances are that spending time with family and friends is more important than how fancy or expensive a holiday meal is. Plan your meals with the time required to prep and cook in mind. If you hope to spend time with your loved ones on the day of the event, you won't want to be stuck in the kitchen all day."
"Go shopping in your pantry first- "The majority of the time you have a ton of items already in your pantry. Look to see what you already have and build a menu around it," says Nik. Make a list- Create a list and stick to what's on the list only. This will allow you to have a budget and stick to it."
Spending time with family and friends matters more than an elaborate or expensive holiday meal. Plan meals with prep and cook time in mind to avoid being stuck in the kitchen during gatherings. Build menus around existing pantry items and weekly sales to reduce costs. Create a shopping list and stick to it to maintain a budget. Cook side dishes from scratch and practice portion control (50% vegetables, 30% protein, 20% carbs) to save money and improve nutrition. Consider meatless options, store-brand products, shopping when not hungry, potlucks, and using food as simple decor to lower expenses.
Read at Alternative Medicine Magazine
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