$20 for 7 Days | Eating for $3 a Day | Easy Budget Meal Plan

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  • Опубликовано: 12 апр 2024
  • For this meal plan, I picked up about $20 in groceries and made several breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. I designed this specific plan for a single person to eat for at least 7 days. These recipes also work for families and couples alike!
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  • @LindaASJ
    @LindaASJ 19 дней назад +59

    As I watch these low budget weekly meals, again it’s so important to stress that in order to save money, you must build a pantry. You don’t have to do it all at once but every week you should be getting a pantry staple item or two. It will save you so much in the long run

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  19 дней назад +11

      That’s so true! I completely agree with you! I want to do a pantry staple video soon. I’ll definitely have to mention that. Thank you so much for sharing!

    • @rebeccahherdener2068
      @rebeccahherdener2068 11 дней назад +4

      Facts! If it weren't for my pantry(which has taken me a year to start rebuilding after a sudden move), I'd be spending WAY more than I thought I would!
      I used a bit of my family's tax refund this year to fund the pantry. Otherwise I'd be out of luck.

    • @michelleg6751
      @michelleg6751 11 дней назад +1

      How about a pantry and meal plans for a low budget gluten and dairy free diet?

    • @LindaASJ
      @LindaASJ 10 дней назад +2

      My husband abandoned can’t eat gluten and I store several items that I can make a meal that adjusts to his needs

    • @TheKayaklover
      @TheKayaklover 3 часа назад +1

      @@LauraLegge Hi Laura, can you PLEASE let me know what grocery store did you use??? Thank you !!!

  • @wendyfletcher6132
    @wendyfletcher6132 Месяц назад +105

    I appreciate that your budget meals include fresh food and recipes. So many creators that do budget meals use prepackaged food.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +19

      Thank you so much! That’s actually one of the reasons I started making these budget meals. 😄 I couldn’t find many other creators that cooked like this.

    • @shaunaleessnackidies
      @shaunaleessnackidies Месяц назад +5

      Agree!

    • @Waiting4Jesus2come
      @Waiting4Jesus2come 16 дней назад +3

      I agree also - thank you for keeping it “clean”.

    • @rebeccahherdener2068
      @rebeccahherdener2068 9 дней назад

      I agree. ❤️

  • @frankiehols8838
    @frankiehols8838 7 дней назад +6

    Well done! Gosh, I'm jealous of your grocery prices! 🇨🇦 Our tomatoes are close to $3/lbs and avocados on sale at $2 each. I did a quick online cart and approx the same thing comes to $76, but still cheaper than my usual grocery shop 👍

    • @bonnieupton4114
      @bonnieupton4114 7 дней назад

      The avocados were a $1,49 each at our grocery store.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  7 дней назад +1

      Oh wow! It’s wild how different the prices are! Avocados are usually $2 each here at other grocery stores but my ALDI has great deals all the time 😄

  • @yesiplaywithdollstoo
    @yesiplaywithdollstoo Месяц назад +51

    Thank you for having a meal plan with no meat i really appreciate it

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +3

      You’re welcome ☺️ I hope you love the recipes!!

  • @severus9785
    @severus9785 Месяц назад +68

    Thanks for paying attention to the micros and showing the shopping. It's the best part of these videos and most people skip the shopping.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +9

      Thank you for noticing and you’re welcome! I didn’t go into detail as much this time. I’ll try to point more out next time I do a meal plan like this. I love comparing and learning new things about the food I eat every time I shop. 😄

  • @EdensApple80
    @EdensApple80 9 дней назад +3

    If you’re looking for more ways to use cabbage try giving Haluski a go. It’s so delicious! Egg noodles are cheap as is kielbasa

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  9 дней назад +1

      Oooh! I’ve never heard of that before! I’ll look for a recipe! ☺️ Thank you so much for the suggestion!

  • @user-hz2hp7yn4d
    @user-hz2hp7yn4d Месяц назад +10

    To make your own "nut milk"- 1 teaspoon of nut butter (hazelnut or almond or whatever) in 1 cup of cold water, blend. Drink fresh. Great with frozen fresh fruit for a smoothie

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +2

      Yum!! That sounds delicious! I’ll have to try that. Thanks so much for the recommendation!

  • @bernadettezelenski3491
    @bernadettezelenski3491 Месяц назад +37

    I chop up banana peels and add them to my garden bed so I can eat fresh unprocessed food.

  • @btolson66
    @btolson66 Месяц назад +35

    I've made the banana bacon and I found adding liquid smoke and a bit of maple syrup in the marinade is really yummy. I usually look up the marinade used for hot dog carrots. These were very helpful recipes for me to try this week. Trying to keep to a $40 weekly budget for three people.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +4

      Oh my goodness, what?! Hot dog carrots?! I’ve gotta try that! Thank you for the suggestion! I’ll give that a try next time!
      I hope you love the recipes! I can’t wait to hear what you think if you decide to try anything ☺️

    • @julieyoung3815
      @julieyoung3815 Месяц назад +3

      @@LauraLegge Brand New vegan carrot hot dogs . So good . Sometimes I used canned sliced, drained carrots for the recipes. Still so good .

    • @AngelaBrown-jf3vc
      @AngelaBrown-jf3vc 16 дней назад +1

      ​@@LauraLeggeHot dog carrots are delicious just add the same toppings you would as a regular hot dog. ❤

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  16 дней назад +1

      @@AngelaBrown-jf3vc oooh yum!! Ok! I’ll try that! Thank you for the suggestion!

  • @gremlinofprague
    @gremlinofprague Месяц назад +17

    I gotta admit I'm impressed by the variety these recipes offer! Way too many of these videos only focus on calories and protein, get really repetitive or boil down "eat rice and beans" - while you offer plenty ideas that look actually appetizing. Love to see grilled cabbage, it's one of the most delicious things one can do with cabbage and really low-effort, too. I personally love serving it with mashed potatoes 🙂

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +4

      Thank you so much! I truly appreciate that! ☺️ oh my goodness, cabbage steaks with mashed potatoes sounds divine!! I’m going to do that next time! Thank you for the suggestion!

  • @KatieoftheHouse
    @KatieoftheHouse Месяц назад +29

    Wow, I’ve never seen anyone use banana peels for anything. What a great way to reduce waste. That’s super creative, too! 🙌🏼

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +5

      Thank you so much! I saw the idea and I had to try it! Someone said I can even make banana bread with them. I’ll have to give that one a try next!

    • @jennybanana2296
      @jennybanana2296 Месяц назад +3

      It's a great idea. I would still only use organic bananas though, conventionally grown bananas are sprayed with pesticides and other nasty things

    • @rosemarygreen2001
      @rosemarygreen2001 Месяц назад

      I had always heard that banana peel was poisonous.

    • @GoingGreenMom
      @GoingGreenMom 21 день назад +1

      I compost mine and then use them to fertilize the garden!

    • @PulpParadise
      @PulpParadise 12 дней назад +1

      @@rosemarygreen2001 no, they are commonly eaten in some other countries. It wasn't too long ago when I discovered a whole slew of vegan banana peel "meat" videos. I was a little surprised.

  • @leem200
    @leem200 Месяц назад +27

    All looks so good. I am going to try the cabbage steaks for sure, been hearing about how great it tastes on thumbs. The chocolate mouse is also a given. All looks so good. Never made my own peanut butter so think I will try that too. Thank you for all the work you did to film this. Great job again. Peace!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +3

      Thank you so much! I can’t wait to hear what you think! I was SO surprised by the cabbage steaks! I was sad I didn’t have leftovers 😂 I hope you love the peanut butter! Some people add honey to it too!

  • @Vampirefox2
    @Vampirefox2 Месяц назад +7

    Thank you for giving me hope again!
    I just recently found your videos. It feels like i can actually eat healthier on a budget.
    Living in vegas with our prices, at about a .20-.75 more per item (even though it doesn't seem like alot it adds up) makes it hard to even think about fresh veggies and fruit when you have to eat for the whole 2 weeks.
    I've made one meal from here, and it's so good and super easy to make.
    Again, thank you!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +3

      I’m so glad to hear that! I know how challenging it can be, especially in cities where prices are higher. I’m in Southern California and my ALDI is by far the cheapest store around. They’ve made it so much easier for me to eat healthier on a budget. If I’m shopping at any other store, I lean into the ads as much as I can for produce.

  • @betsyr4724
    @betsyr4724 23 часа назад +2

    Breakfast: coffee, water, egg spinach omelet & banana. Lunch. PBJ and Apple, milk Dinner. Beans, w rice. Chicken legs. Frozen broccoli. Jello for dessert. Not bad. Take your daily vitamins.

    • @betsyr4724
      @betsyr4724 23 часа назад +1

      PS. Your meals much more creative than mine.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  20 часов назад +1

      I love the simplicity of your meal plan! I’m working on a very basic plan just like that actually! I want to show how easy it is to throw things together, if need be, on a budget ☺️

  • @diversekakes
    @diversekakes Месяц назад +27

    You make the best budget meals, in my opinion!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +2

      Oh my goodness, thank you so much! I really appreciate that ☺️

  • @virginiacrow1065
    @virginiacrow1065 Месяц назад +7

    An old fashion girl scout Desert is slit the curved banana down the middle and any kind of hard chocolate and mini marshmallows if you like. Wrap with foil place on tray bake until banana is mushy
    😊

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +1

      Oh my goodness, that sounds so delicious and so fun!! I’m definitely writing that down so I can try it later! Thank you for sharing the recipe!

    • @VanitysGunn
      @VanitysGunn 3 дня назад +1

      @@LauraLegge you could top it with your homemade peanut butter. That sounds hella good. I'm definitely trying that

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  3 дня назад +1

      @@VanitysGunn oh my gosh, yes!! That’s brilliant!!

  • @arraybabe8514
    @arraybabe8514 Месяц назад +17

    Omg you even used the banana peels!!! 20/10 lady! I would try with apple cider vinegar for a little bit of extra sweetness and some cinnamon to boot. Let's experiment with our scraps! I would also deglaze that pan to make a lush sauce to pour over them. You are a budgeting genius!!! Cabbage steaks are the boss, you;re right those brown crispy parts are the BEST so yummy!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +6

      Oh my goodness, thank you so much! I’ll definitely try apple cider vinegar and cinnamon next time 😋 I can’t believe I didn’t think to make a sauce with the yummy bits in the pan! That’s brilliant!! Thank you for the suggestion! I definitely want to experiment more with my scraps. It’s been so fun and eye opening!

  • @cathiek8028
    @cathiek8028 Месяц назад +10

    Thank you for the video! One thing, though. Maybe bring reusable bags for your produce so that nothing is sitting directly in the cart. Grocery carts are some of the dirtiest surfaces around according to news articles recently. Just passing info along in case it's helpful.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +5

      Thank you! I have reusable ones in my grocery bags but I always forget to get them out 😅 I’ll try to remember!

    • @donnaleveron5711
      @donnaleveron5711 Месяц назад +4

      That's a great tip, especially when you've seen toddlers standing in the carts.

    • @pursepearl4555
      @pursepearl4555 22 дня назад +1

      This is such a great thought. I don’t want to waste another plastic bag so I just put it in the cart. Great observation!!

    • @PulpParadise
      @PulpParadise 12 дней назад

      @@donnaleveron5711 I'm more concerned with the adults (and children) who sneeze and don't cover their mouths. Or who cover their mouths then proceed to use the nasty hand on the cart and throughout the grocery store. Hmmm...why wash your produce?

  • @60kkm
    @60kkm Месяц назад +12

    I always learn something new from you!❤
    I have never heard on putting the tomato upside down before. We bought a tomato Monday. Bought the best one they had but it’s still hard by Saturday. I should have put it in a brown bag but finally did this morning. After hearing that tip from you I opened the bag and flipped it upside down. 🙃😂

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +7

      Yay! I grow tomatoes every year and that’s my favorite way to ripen them so the birds don’t get them 😅

  • @YorkshireGirlinDarwin
    @YorkshireGirlinDarwin 18 дней назад +3

    I loved every one. Love that they are vegetarian. Genius, Laura ❤️🇦🇺

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  18 дней назад +1

      Thank you so much!! ☺️

  • @teacherstreet
    @teacherstreet Месяц назад +12

    The banana peel sounded SO wacky, you are braver than I to try! Thanks for another great video with creative ideas. Sometimes having variety and “fun” foods makes up for thin times.
    ❤ from Iowa

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +5

      Thank you so much! I appreciate that! ☺️ I was definitely apprehensive about the banana peels but I’m so glad I tried them! They turned out better than I imagined!

  • @bellrose2659
    @bellrose2659 Месяц назад +6

    I love the quick reheat-able breakfasts!!!! Never thought about using quinoa as a breakfast, but I looove rice pudding so I think this will be awesome for me :)

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +1

      Yay! I would love to know what you think if you try it ☺️

  • @shawnbyars3618
    @shawnbyars3618 Месяц назад +6

    Love these budget meals. Would love to see some for two people. Thanks

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +3

      Ok! I’ll work on that ☺️

  • @princessdumbarton9877
    @princessdumbarton9877 Месяц назад +5

    I don't peel carrots if I'm going to shred them. In fact I never peel them. If you have a vegetable brush, most are fine if you just scrub them really well. Cuts down on food waste.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +3

      I love that!! I have a brush so I’ll give that a go next time 😄 I use my carrot scraps for vegetable stock! I throw them in a bag in the freezer with my other veggie scraps and when the bag is full, I make a delicious homemade veggie stock 😋

    • @perle13930
      @perle13930 Месяц назад +2

      Honey, if the don’t peel the skin on your veggies you will be consuming arsenic and other various pesticides 😢

    • @princessdumbarton9877
      @princessdumbarton9877 Месяц назад +1

      @@perle13930 I scrub them first. There are various methods to wash them that will remove most pesticides but I guess peel them if you are worried about it. Some things you really can't peel, such as peppers, etc.

    • @Ozarkmountainoutback1
      @Ozarkmountainoutback1 26 дней назад

      Honestly you can't make me believe if the peel is drenched in poison that it doesn't pinetrate the peeling.

    • @Waiting4Jesus2come
      @Waiting4Jesus2come 16 дней назад

      I buy organic carrots, and we still prefer them peeled, but I usually chop up the peels and give them to our chickens.😊

  • @samanthadodd8112
    @samanthadodd8112 Месяц назад +4

    That chocolate recipe is very interesting. Add bacon bits for the last 5 mins on the cabbage steaks is awesome.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +3

      Oh my!! That sounds divine! Thank you for the suggestion 😋 I’m gonna try that!

  • @norahalmquist1345
    @norahalmquist1345 Месяц назад +4

    Boil the peanut butter and cocoa powder in the milk or water it will melt and blend smoothly.i make chocolate pb oatmeal all the time for the last 15 plus yrs

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +1

      Oooh great tip!! Thank you so much for sharing that! I’ll try that next time!

  • @christinacaruso7720
    @christinacaruso7720 Месяц назад +3

    I love the variety non boring foods you put together!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you so much!! I really appreciate you saying that! ☺️

  • @BronzeGirl
    @BronzeGirl Месяц назад +4

    I always did cauliflower steaks. Have to try the cabbage 🥬

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +2

      Yum! I haven’t tried those yet! I’ll definitely have to give them a go!

  • @marywilliamson2559
    @marywilliamson2559 Месяц назад +4

    These recipes are really fun, I want to try them, especially banana bacon and roasted cabbage. Thx

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you! I can’t wait to hear what you think! The roasted cabbage really surprised me and I can’t wait to make it again!

  • @ValentinaVaVaVoom
    @ValentinaVaVaVoom 29 дней назад +2

    I personally love cabbage steaks. I've done them several times and they are absolutely delicious. I agree with you those brown bits are the best and the Cabbage get super sweet the same way carrots do after being baked in the oven like that. And you can eat it by itself or add it with other toppings if you want. Anything from mushrooms and onions to a fried egg to alfredo, the sky's the limit

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  29 дней назад

      Yes!! That all sounds so delicious! I can’t wait to experiment! I can’t believe I’ve never had them until now

  • @terrybard8688
    @terrybard8688 Месяц назад +4

    Everything looks so good and not expensive,I will try some of those recipes ,Thank you !
    ...

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you so much!! And you’re welcome! I hope you love the recipes ☺️ I can’t wait to hear what you thought!

  • @debbietinker2408
    @debbietinker2408 Месяц назад +1

    You are amazing! Great ideas!!!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Oh my goodness, thank you so much! You’re amazing too!

  • @glorytogodhomestead3495
    @glorytogodhomestead3495 3 дня назад +2

    I used to get those peanuts for $1.15 at Aldi two years ago.

  • @user-hz2hp7yn4d
    @user-hz2hp7yn4d Месяц назад +1

    You can blend or fine chop banana peel and bake with it. Cut off and put the hard ends in the compost.
    1 peel = 1 banana equivalent in recipes.
    ....
    Check the bear "honey"- chances are it's full off added glucose syrup or similar. It's basically cheap because it's "watered down" honey.

  • @dianenoble5553
    @dianenoble5553 Месяц назад +2

    Love all of these recipes 😊

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you so much!! ☺️ I’m so glad to hear that!

  • @chickachu27
    @chickachu27 Месяц назад +1

    Thanks for your hard work ❤❤❤❤❤

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      You’re welcome and thank you so much for saying that ☺️ I truly appreciate it

  • @MervinAbi
    @MervinAbi Месяц назад +1

    Thanks for the budget tips. Looks delish too ❤

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      You’re welcome and thank you so much ☺️

  • @livics610
    @livics610 Месяц назад +1

    Spinach is cheaper canned or frozen
    Also stir fry bag is more expensive than doing it yourself with the veggies that you want and are cheaper like cabbage, carrot, frozem broccoli just a handful to be used per stir fry, dried mushrooms etc.

  • @rebecasilvadosreis1347
    @rebecasilvadosreis1347 11 дней назад +1

    That was simply amazing! Congrats!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  11 дней назад

      Thank you so much!! I really appreciate you saying that ☺️

  • @chrstdvd
    @chrstdvd 2 часа назад

    4.0 Amazing, excellent. Dang! I am saving this video. I want to try the cabbage steaks!

  • @user-qt7nq5xl1m
    @user-qt7nq5xl1m Месяц назад +4

    Definitely going to try everything but the sweets 👍

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +1

      Yay! I can’t wait to hear what you think!

  • @lorikorstanje2964
    @lorikorstanje2964 Месяц назад +1

    looks great! thanks xolori

  • @lisadawson2652
    @lisadawson2652 Месяц назад +2

    Fantastic meal ideas ❤

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you so much! ☺️

  • @cherylsklar6640
    @cherylsklar6640 Месяц назад

    They all look delicious. I'm definitely going to try a few of them, especially the quinoa.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you so much! I hope you love the recipes and I can’t wait to hear what you think ☺️

  • @angelawhite2307
    @angelawhite2307 21 день назад +1

    Helpful budget meal ideas.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  21 день назад

      Thank you so much ☺️

  • @carolcopley3639
    @carolcopley3639 Месяц назад +1

    Fantastic ideas I will be trying a number of those. Thank you so much for sharing.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you so much!! ☺️ I can’t wait to hear what you think!

  • @Kindlelover88
    @Kindlelover88 День назад +2

    What I thought, is that your freaking amazing. I am definitely going to try the cabbage steaks.😊

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  День назад

      Oh my goodness, thank you so much!! I appreciate that ☺️ you’re amazing too! I can’t wait to hear what you think of the cabbage steaks!

  • @rana_Omar_Jafaar
    @rana_Omar_Jafaar 15 дней назад

    So glad i found your channel! Really nice to see how you can still have fun with food on a budget

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  15 дней назад

      Welcome to my channel! I hope you love the recipes! ☺️

  • @marybethhughes5320
    @marybethhughes5320 Месяц назад +2

    I recently started watch your videos. Had planned to make Stir Fry tonight and changed it up some to your Stir Fry with Peanut Sauce. Yum! Family agreed it was the best stir fry ever. Peanut Sauce went together very easy. I added left over chicken. Delicious!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +1

      Yay! I’m so glad to hear that! ☺️

  • @user-nw4kk1hx6c
    @user-nw4kk1hx6c 23 дня назад +1

    Awesomeness 🤩

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  23 дня назад

      Thank you so much! ☺️

  • @shirleyhurst2233
    @shirleyhurst2233 9 дней назад

    I appreciate your meals and cooking tips. I will be using the recipes. Thank you.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  9 дней назад +1

      I hope you love them! ☺️

  • @denbeingfree
    @denbeingfree Месяц назад +1

    Thank you for the meal inspo! Looks so great, cant wait to try it. Love your videos :)

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      You’re welcome! And thank you so much ☺️

  • @rhondawalker7883
    @rhondawalker7883 Месяц назад +1

    I want to try them all! They all look so good.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you so much!! I can’t wait to hear what you think if you try them! ☺️

  • @tarabrown9734
    @tarabrown9734 Месяц назад +3

    Your recipes looked great, and the dessert! Yummy!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you so much! I really enjoyed this week! It was super delicious 😋

  • @josephinejwang8248
    @josephinejwang8248 Месяц назад

    Excellent meals !

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you! I appreciate that ☺️

  • @hello-vs4me
    @hello-vs4me Месяц назад +3

    Thanks great video great meals thanks ❤😊

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you so much and you’re welcome ☺️ I hope you love the recipes!

  • @fourdayhomestead2839
    @fourdayhomestead2839 Месяц назад +2

    Wow. Healthy ingredients! Thank you.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you so much!! ☺️

  • @CookwithPreka-ug3vj
    @CookwithPreka-ug3vj Месяц назад +1

    You are really good in planning meals

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +1

      Thank you ☺️ I appreciate that!

  • @yaricontreras3063
    @yaricontreras3063 Месяц назад +1

    I love watching your videos ❤

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you so much! I’m so glad to hear that ☺️

  • @YayaCTorres
    @YayaCTorres Месяц назад +1

    Wow, amazing. You're amazing!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Oh my goodness, thank you! You’re amazing too! ☺️

  • @natashawilliams8132
    @natashawilliams8132 19 дней назад +1

    This is very inspirational good thoughts I’ll surely subscribe

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  19 дней назад

      Thank you so much!! I really appreciate you saying that ☺️ Welcome to my channel!

  • @ivymay4604
    @ivymay4604 Месяц назад +2

    I absolutely LOVE all of your recipes! Thank you for sharing and showing how we can be frugal w/ our food and still be versatile and eat well! I love the “ no waste “ approach too!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +2

      Thank you so much!! I’m so glad to hear that! I’ve been challenging myself to think outside the box over the last few years and it’s been so fun! ☺️

  • @anitab6436
    @anitab6436 Месяц назад +2

    So creative - and healthy, too! I will be trying some of these ideas!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you so much! I hope you love the recipes! ☺️

  • @TOWANDAAA858
    @TOWANDAAA858 Месяц назад +3

    So glad this video was recommended to me! Excited to try your recipes.
    Love the shopping portion and the way you described how to prepare everything!!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +1

      Thank you so much!! I can’t wait to hear what you think of the recipes ☺️

  • @brookedoyal78
    @brookedoyal78 Месяц назад +1

    I really appreciate the emphasis you make on nutrition! I also love the plant based meals, thanks for all you do!🙏

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you so much! I’m so glad to hear that! ☺️

  • @rebeccabaron1348
    @rebeccabaron1348 Месяц назад +2

    These recipes look absolutely amazing. I love the ingredients in all of them and going to try all of them this week.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +1

      Yay!! I can’t wait to hear what you think! ☺️

  • @lenoraw1098
    @lenoraw1098 2 дня назад +1

    Yummy!

  • @EnnVee959
    @EnnVee959 Месяц назад +2

    You did amazingly well. I am blown away. Feel like trying everything. Got some great tips.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you so much!! I appreciate you saying that and I hope you love the recipes ☺️ I can’t wait to hear what you think!

  • @mariasinclair9718
    @mariasinclair9718 25 дней назад +1

    Great healthy ideas 💡 👍

  • @margaritasarmiento3303
    @margaritasarmiento3303 Месяц назад +1

    😊❤ ❤❤ You're amazing 🎉 I love your ideas.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  29 дней назад

      Thank you so much!! You’re amazing too ☺️

  • @deniesekline-thatcher8380
    @deniesekline-thatcher8380 12 дней назад

    Totally agree regarding animals & so many things you both share including Mike. Would love to see youns do some simplistic camping . I am sure you could share some great ideas with us !
    Thank you!!!♥️🩷💜💞💖💕

  • @Padesso2012
    @Padesso2012 Месяц назад +2

    Thank you looking for and using healthy foods.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +1

      You’re welcome and thank you ☺️ I appreciate that

  • @elayned6147
    @elayned6147 6 дней назад +1

    I was skeptical when this popped up on my feed but I watched and enjoyed it! I liked some of the recipes and it gave me some ideas. I’ll have to check out some more of your videos. Thanks ❤❤

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  6 дней назад

      Yay! I’m so glad to hear that! ☺️

  • @JesusIsComing99
    @JesusIsComing99 Месяц назад

    Amen and Thank you for sharing. God bless you and yours.❤

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +1

      Thank you so much 😊

  • @jessicamarini1748
    @jessicamarini1748 18 дней назад +1

    Thank you for making this video! You inspired me to use the half a cabbage and pack of tofu I had sitting in the fridge--that first recipe is delicious! I also love that you showed us your shopping trip and how you adjusted your list as you shopped. Super helpful!!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  18 дней назад

      Yay! Thank you so much and I’m so glad to hear that you loved the cabbage and tofu recipe! ☺️

  • @donnaleveron5711
    @donnaleveron5711 Месяц назад +1

    2nd video, just subscribed. I'm a mature cook, but am always on the lookout for new ideas, recipes, etc. Your tofu crumble looks yummy, a few peanuts sprinkled on top would add extra crunch, going to try this one.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you so much!! I hope you love the recipe ideas! I’ll have to try the crumbled tofu with peanuts next time. That sounds delicious!

  • @Lexi-po1ur
    @Lexi-po1ur Месяц назад +3

    The cabbage steaks sound great will try them.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you! They really surprised me! I can’t wait to hear what you think ☺️

  • @jodibuckmister7402
    @jodibuckmister7402 Месяц назад +6

    These meals are all FIRE!!! I can't wait to try them, you nailed it this time!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +2

      Oh my goodness, thank you so much!! ☺️ I can’t wait to hear what you think!

  • @vicki-lynnemccabe
    @vicki-lynnemccabe Месяц назад +2

    Great recipes and ideas. I’ve been meaning to make that banana bacon!!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you so much! I would love to know how you make it when you try it and what you think of the flavor!

  • @BouksFlawsStuff747
    @BouksFlawsStuff747 Месяц назад +2

    New here can't wait to see what you came up with from them items you got from the store for your meals

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Yay! I hope you love the recipes ☺️

  • @justjet
    @justjet Месяц назад +2

    Cabbage steaks are so good!! I also love cabbage patties. Just make them like you do for salmon or tuna patties. Zucchini patties are a favorite too!!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +2

      What?! That sounds amazing!! I’ll have to look that up! I’m excited to try it!

  • @sherahaustin1851
    @sherahaustin1851 8 дней назад +1

    Wow! 👍🏽

  • @bernadettezelenski3491
    @bernadettezelenski3491 Месяц назад +3

    I want to try the cabbage steaks...looks good.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      I can’t wait to hear what you think!

  • @kindnessrules3885
    @kindnessrules3885 11 дней назад +1

    Try your avocado toast with Mikes hot honey drizzled over. Thank you for all the recipes that are meat free. The banana peel bacon try Bachans Japanese bbq sauce. It is a family owned company that makes natural flavored soy sauce. The original flavor is my favorite but they also have a sweet honey one that is good also. I air fry my bacon peels and they come out delicious.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  11 дней назад

      Thank you so much for the suggestions! I’ll DEFINITELY have to try that hot honey on avocado toast! That sounds amazing!
      Are the Bachans sauces available at the regular grocery store? I’ll have to see if I can find them!

  • @dojnaskumpija496
    @dojnaskumpija496 28 дней назад

    I have the same cabinets and counter top good taste

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  28 дней назад

      Thank you so much ☺️ it’s lovely!

  • @lucasgaeta3403
    @lucasgaeta3403 Месяц назад +2

    yum all around

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you so much!! ☺️

  • @rebeccahherdener2068
    @rebeccahherdener2068 11 дней назад +2

    I really liked that you took us on your shopping trip with you.❤
    (To be edited after i watch the rest of the vid)
    Edit: when making pb samiches, add sliced banana AND honey to it. YUM!❤
    ALSO, I can tell im gonna have to tweak a LOT of these recipes, but they sound good!
    1. Im gonna use REAL bacon.
    2. Im gonna use chicken instead of tofu.
    3. Im gonna use real eggs for the breakfast scramble.❤
    Ive never seen himemade pb before, it was a bit more lose than i expected it to be. Im used to the store bought jars that are more "firm". Pretty neat!❤

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  11 дней назад +1

      Thank you so much! I can’t wait to hear what you think of the recipes when you try them! I love that they’re so easy to customize and tweak!
      I’ll definitely have to try banana and honey with the PB! That sounds amazing! Thank you for the suggestion ☺️

    • @rebeccahherdener2068
      @rebeccahherdener2068 9 дней назад

      @@LauraLegge you're welcome! It's my favorite way to eat on samiches!🥰
      And I can't wait to try these recipes! They looked delicious!❤️

  • @lauriesheppard3394
    @lauriesheppard3394 Месяц назад +2

    Excellent! You did amazing! Who knew you could eat banana peels!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you so much!! And right?! I had heard about it but never tried it before this! Someone mentioned I could use them for banana bread and I think I’ll try that soon too!

  • @ForeverEdsGirl.223
    @ForeverEdsGirl.223 Месяц назад +1

    🌻It's so nice to meet you, Laura! WOW! I didn't know that banana peels are edible, and seeing the way in which you prepared and cooked them looks delicious actually, I'm going to give that a go! ALL of your recipes look fantastic, so I'll be giving those a go as well. Thank you for taking us shopping for your menus and showing us how to prep and cook them. I love how you use fresh produce in your cooking! I'm now a New Subscriber, so Thank You for creating your channel, I'm looking forward to more of your great ideas! Take care, God bless you 🌻.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Welcome to my channel and thank you so much! It’s nice to meet you too! I hope you love the recipes and I can’t wait to hear what you think when you try anything! ☺️

  • @susana5345
    @susana5345 Месяц назад +7

    Awesome ideas, thank you!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +1

      You’re welcome and thank you so much! ☺️

  • @carmenn5609
    @carmenn5609 Месяц назад +1

    Very detailed in shopping and making things, didn't know how simple it was to make peanut butter. Came across your channel and now I subscribed...Let's see what else I find interesting here 😊

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you so much! I’m excited to hear what you think of other tips and recipes! ☺️

  • @laurabrim5062
    @laurabrim5062 Месяц назад +2

    Thanks for the meal plan that can be easily modified for vegan diets!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      You’re welcome!! I can’t wait to hear what you think of the recipes ☺️

  • @amandas.1184
    @amandas.1184 Месяц назад +1

    I love how healthy your meal plan is ❤ a lot of budget meals I see are mostly of processed/junk food.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you so much!! I appreciate that ☺️

  • @virginializ4052
    @virginializ4052 13 дней назад +1

    ALDI is my favorite place to shop ❤. Too bad there aren’t that many ALDI’s in NYC!😢 Love this content!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  12 дней назад

      Same! I hope y’all get more ALDI’s soon! And thank you so much ☺️

  • @micajahsmom
    @micajahsmom Месяц назад +2

    Watching the process of making peanut butter had me pause the video and go look at small food processors. I will be buying one next payday along with some peanuts and start making my own. Thanks so much for all the great recipes and ideas. New sub and enjoying watching your videos.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +1

      Yay! I can’t wait to hear what you think! I was so surprised the first time I made it and now I can’t stop making it because it’s just so good and easy too! And welcome to my channel! Thank you so much for being here ☺️

  • @phylliss.-ur3td
    @phylliss.-ur3td Месяц назад +2

    What a variety of meals! Banana peels??wow! Your budget meals are awesome! Did your kids try these meals??😊

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +2

      Thank you so much! Yes! I always require that they at least taste exactly what I’ve made so they can discover new things but then I also give them a deconstructed version of the ingredients I made haha. For some reason, they like to pick and choose certain ingredients (they’re both little though 😄)

  • @kathyjohnston3971
    @kathyjohnston3971 Месяц назад +8

    You did a wonderful job. Even tons of fiber. Which is our best friend

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +3

      Thank you so much! ☺️ That was definitely one of my focuses! Fiber is so important!

    • @debbiechaney6607
      @debbiechaney6607 Месяц назад +2

      My goodness! You are a wonderful cook. Who would have thought to use banana peels.....fantastic. I can't wait to try the tofu and the cabbage steaks... I love 💕 cabbage 🥬!! So looking forward to all your upcoming recipes! New subscriber here. Thank you!! Sincerely, from Debbie🙋and Dexter-Dog 🐕 my sweet tiny rescued Chihuahua companion living a quiet crafty life🏠🌵in southern California. 🙏🧑‍🦽🏜️🏖️😎🖐️🥪🙏.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад +1

      @@debbiechaney6607 thank you so much!! I can’t wait to hear what you think! ☺️ And welcome to my channel!

  • @autobotdiva9268
    @autobotdiva9268 26 дней назад

    that was a good grocery haul

  • @joescibelli1308
    @joescibelli1308 Месяц назад +1

    Awesome video. Love the healthy take on budget meals. I would recommend liquid smoke for the banana peel bacon and black salt for the tofu scramble :)

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you so much!! ☺️ I’ll give that a try! I’ve never had black salt so I’ll have to pick some up and give it a go! What all do you recommend I use it for?

    • @joescibelli1308
      @joescibelli1308 Месяц назад

      @@LauraLeggeit has a nice sulfuric smell and taste that mimics eggs. So a lot of vegan recipes use it to include egg flavor. I’ve seen it in vegan fried rice, vegan deviled eggs, and tofu scramble. My favorite was in the tofu scramble though

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      @@joescibelli1308 perfect!! Thank you! I’m excited to try it!

  • @NomadJane
    @NomadJane Месяц назад +1

    Great video, loved the tofu tips for cooking it crispy. I have started making my peanut butter since even the various brands of natural peanut butter have the peanut oil taken out and soybean oil added which is awful. Again, loved your cheap ideas, thanks.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  Месяц назад

      Thank you so much!! Yes! I don’t think I’ll ever buy premade peanut butter again if I can help it. It’s just so easy and delicious!