84 KETO MEALS FOR $40 | Extreme Keto Budget Grocery Haul & Cheap Keto Meals

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  • 84 KETO MEALS FOR $40! The Extreme Keto Budget Grocery Haul & Recipes
    Since the beginning of the New Year is usually when we refocus on our budget, I thought I would do a video centered around how you can be on the keto diet without breaking the bank. I decided to take an extreme (well extreme for our family) grocery budget of $40 and show you how you can get creative and make a week’s worth of keto recipes for a family of four (two adults and two small kids).
    For this budget challenge, I shopped at Walmart. I assume that you have access to the basics like salt and pepper and some sort of oil or butter. Obviously other seasonings and spices will help make some of these recipes taste even better, but I wanted to show you that you can still be on a keto diet with minimal income and grocery budget.
    Many of you have been asking for keto budget meals and cheap keto recipes so, here ya go.
    Here is my Walmart Keto Grocery Haul Receipt:
    Romaine Lettuce $1.48
    Pork Shoulder Butter $8.50
    Frozen Chicken Thighs (64oz) $4.75
    Zucchini $0.49
    Yellow Onion $0.40
    Canned Green Beans $0.50
    Cauliflower $1.98
    Celery $0.88
    Cream Cheese $1.46
    Frozen Spinach $1.92
    Green Onions $0.50
    Mozzarella Cheese (16oz) $3.36
    Sharp Cheddar Cheese (16oz) $3.36
    Sliced Ham (16oz) $2.76
    Eggs (60ct) $7.05
    Total Keto Grocery Haul: $39.49
    (I probably could have got another can of green beans!)
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    1:42 Keto Grocery Haul
    2:38 Cheap Keto Food
    5:19 Keto Meal Prep
    8:13 Cheap Keto Breakfast Ideas
    14:40 Cheap Keto Lunch Ideas
    18:49 Cheap Keto Dinners
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  • @VictorHernandez-nt3tw
    @VictorHernandez-nt3tw 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +44

    Watching it now almost 2024... I haven't tried this yet but I'm sure with inflation it's now a $300 groceries. 😂

    • @laurena1019
      @laurena1019 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Yeah.. that 1.67 1lb ham is now 5.83.. at least where I live in VA

    • @michelleboorman3288
      @michelleboorman3288 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      In Australia $40 would buy you 60eggs...😂

    • @TGSSMC
      @TGSSMC 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      You are all lucky, Europe is way more expensive, a Can of Tuna in brine costs between 1.7 and 2.1 €, 400g of frozen peas costs 2€. If you manage a family of 2 grownups and 2 kids for less than 600€ per month ,you are lucky. We save a lot of money by having a small garden, it is good for your physical and mental health, and it is good for your wallet.

  • @christinaowens796
    @christinaowens796 ปีที่แล้ว +391

    I am 190 I always been 145 my whole life at one point lower than that I've gained over 50 lbs in the last 4 years and now that I am engaged I am wanting more to be healthy again. th-cam.com/users/postUgkx5VQ5nUzHu6i0O5_u7ipyLnCz0lbsSvr0 I am not fat but I am thick and have muscle. I am very close to how you were but a lil smaller but I am so sick people making comments to me like I'm huge or like you said having shorts that used to be so cute on me and now I can't even find a pair to fit me. I used to love shopping now I don't even want to go to the store and if I do I pick the biggest size don't even try it on and deal with it. I went from size 5 to size idk because I don't even want to know the real number. I hate looking at pics of myself now or me before. thank you for your video it's time to make a change.

  • @amberbrooks82
    @amberbrooks82 ปีที่แล้ว +146

    Tip: if you plant the root on the green onion, it'll keep growing right back every few days. I haven't had to buy any in 5 years.

    • @Metqa
      @Metqa ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Kudos, me too! Except a bug got to my plants and chewed the roots away so I must start over. But not a bad investment for 50 cents, eh?
      I'm growing lettuce and bok choi in a passive hydroponic set up... basically anything that holds water! I've got recycled almond milk jugs, soda bottles, milk jugs, dollar tree storage totes all growing greens for me. I tossed some onion roots in a compost pile and they grew back beautiful towering columns. Being somewhat self sufficient is a great feeling, innit?

    • @amberbrooks82
      @amberbrooks82 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@Metqa That's awesome! The cold wiped out pretty much my whole garden a few weeks ago and I'm going to have to start over myself. It is definitely a good feeling being somewhat self sufficient for sure. Hopefully one day I'll be moreso :)

    • @shik4488
      @shik4488 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      whoa. Gonna try this

    • @spacecaptain9188
      @spacecaptain9188 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      It's a good idea, if you can do it. It's important to note, though, that a lot of people don't have access to sun in their homes. If you're spending 40 dollars for a weeks worth of food for a whole family, you probably aren't living in a sunlit single family home with a yard, or a well windowed penthouse. There's a fair chance your in a small apartment, with small windows, and no yard. You may also be at the basement level, where all of the natural light is shaded by other buildings and the sidewalk.

    • @lisam2795
      @lisam2795 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      ​@@spacecaptain9188They will still grown in any window ledge! I live with little sunlight, but they don't need much. I just stick them in a glass of water and they grow very well! If you don't have any windows at all, a small grow bulb is pretty cheap, too.

  • @colleenperkins881
    @colleenperkins881 3 ปีที่แล้ว +508

    OMG!!! DO THIS MORE, PLEASE!!! The COST involved with keto diet, keeps SO MANY people from living a very healthy lifestyle!!! Seeing it pretty much start to finish like this, on such a tight budget, makes it more realistic for people on a thin budget... THANK YOU!!!

    • @bowenjesus2303
      @bowenjesus2303 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      instaBlaster.

    • @marianking1379
      @marianking1379 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      I don't understand ,all you have to buy is meat ,eggs,fish,butter,sml amount of cheese ,olive oil. None of the breads ,cereals,fizzy ,drinks,cakes,biscuits ,sweets etc

    • @barbararayburn7673
      @barbararayburn7673 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      No no

    • @bodyofhope
      @bodyofhope 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      @@marianking1379 yes, but all of things you mentioned for Keto are the expensive things, and the cereals and sweets are very cheap.
      Food with fat, meat, produce, and dairy is expensive, and food with processed wheat and carbs is super cheap. I'm on keto!

    • @slade7354
      @slade7354 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@bodyofhope You nailed it! And all of that stuff is getting more expensive by the week.

  • @StarWarsFans98
    @StarWarsFans98 ปีที่แล้ว +147

    Watching this a year later and the price you paid for 60 eggs almost made me cry. I paid $6.89 for just 18 eggs this week. I sure hope egg prices go back down again soon!

    • @jonihorton2643
      @jonihorton2643 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I paid 13.92 for 36 eggs

    • @SusanR0928
      @SusanR0928 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      You and me both! I paid just over $20 last week for a 60 count box at Walmart. :(

    • @Mike_Wazowskii7
      @Mike_Wazowskii7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Oof. In Germany 60 (decent quality) eggs cost around $13. You can go cheaper for maybe $10 but your prices are crazy 😳

    • @Metqa
      @Metqa ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yeah, my favorite easiest healthiest food has become a luxury item. People thought I was daft when I stocked up on tuna at 33 cents a can. I bought a whole case. Now that eggs are borderline unaffordable, I'm supplementing my meals with canned tuna that was on sale for the current cost of a single egg! From 8 cents to 33 cents each, this bird flu really messed things up. Luckily, the broiler birds are less affected by the illness and the price of chicken meat did not similarly sky rocket.

    • @MickeyLeDane
      @MickeyLeDane ปีที่แล้ว +6

      You almost have to take put a loan to purchase eggs anymore! LOL Might be easier to buy a few chickens! LOL

  • @susuabc
    @susuabc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    $40 for a week's family of 4 ! Gotta try this.
    Pork shoulder- slow cook& shred
    chicken thighs -cook & shred (save broth)
    cauliflower- rice, grate
    Buy 60 Eggs - use 16, make 2 EGG CUPS per servings - egg, ham, cheese.
    FRITTATA-12 eggs, cream cheese, shredded cheddar, 2 scallion, ham, cook a bit, then broil
    40 CHAFFELS- egg, cheese, (almond flour) Use for pulled pork pizza & sandwiches. Keto OMLETTE
    Lunches -chicken salad & pulled pork for sandwiches and SALADS
    Dinners- SOUP chicken & caulirice, CASSEROLE- Creamy spinach Ckn w/cheese, cream cheese, eggs.
    STIR FRY -Pulled pork & green beans
    STIR FRY pork zucchini
    PIZZA CHAFFELS -Pulled pork cream cheese

  • @cynthiasymons
    @cynthiasymons 3 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    I bought green onions 3 weeks ago, cut off the tops and put them in just enough water to cover the bulbs. I may not need to buy green onions again for months! Those suckers grow like crazy. I just keep cutting the tops off.

    • @burnfatmorequicklyandeffec5746
      @burnfatmorequicklyandeffec5746 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nice Idea 💡

    • @hailnohero
      @hailnohero 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I did that a couple years ago, except I planted then in some good soul and those things got so massive I was amazed how long they lasted! I'll def do again this year!

    • @droopypie
      @droopypie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      thank you for this tip!

    • @pteifert
      @pteifert 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Also Plain Greek Yogurt works well for mayo replacement

  • @pattireznik5547
    @pattireznik5547 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    So glad to see this post! Yes, Keto can cost, but I'm finding my food bill is actually smaller because I'm NOT buying all the crap food like chips, ice cream, donuts and soda pop, and feeling so much better for it!

    • @Metqa
      @Metqa ปีที่แล้ว

      I wish you could talk reason to my mate. Thats all he buys: milk, cereal, chips, canned soups, snacks, sodas, ramen, ice cream. He's not low carb and is a skinny rail on that junk. But he'll eat my food too. Its not fair that he trades money for convenience, and I trade time for savings and he benefits either way while I have limited options. He doesn't think the egg prices are a big deal cuz he doesn't actually cook with eggs. Two of my eggs cost more than his 20 cent packet of ramen! But carbs are more filling , says him.

    • @heavenjournals
      @heavenjournals 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@Metqamake him buy half of your stuff! He is eating too hahah!

  • @pamelalucas7035
    @pamelalucas7035 3 ปีที่แล้ว +86

    I love how this is geared toward a family instead of an individual. Thank you for the video.

    • @KetoFocus
      @KetoFocus  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I’m glad you liked the video 😀

    • @mchaywood83
      @mchaywood83 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I would love to see some large family ideas. I have 9 to feed

    • @peachy_reina
      @peachy_reina 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mchaywood83 Yay to us with large families 🥰

    • @bodyofhope
      @bodyofhope 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mchaywood83 nine on keto? 😮

  • @samiam4846
    @samiam4846 2 ปีที่แล้ว +122

    I’m excited to try this with a little variation.
    I know prices have gone up since last year so I didn’t know what to expect and I prayed just to be under $50.
    I was at $42.92!
    Because I gave myself a $50 limit, I added Italian sausage for the frittata and egg cups. Total is $46.82. I’ll be following all your recipes. I’m excited to get back into Keto and follow this plan. Thank You!

    • @FourJaysFour
      @FourJaysFour 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I was wondering how inflation affected the cost. Thanks for sharing!!

    • @the2ndQT
      @the2ndQT ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for sharing. Only thing I would recommend is what sodium intake from the italian sauage, deli meats, etc. no more than 2300mg sodium recommended :) Enjoy tho!! :)

    • @Bawkr
      @Bawkr ปีที่แล้ว

      How'd that go? Always hate the names of diets like Keto & Atkins but I like the function of them. Generally just want to make stuff that applies to them from somewhat fresh to fresh ingredients. Sugar is my biggest opponent, calorie wise I have not been eating much most of the time except on holidays sometimes. But I do want to cut out bread/grain especially at my current weight level, seems to be the main difference that and potatoes as well.

  • @JourneymanActor
    @JourneymanActor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +95

    My mother and I have managed to stay on the diet with an Aldi budget but this is some next level cost effective Keto. 👍

    • @sonjamiller8242
      @sonjamiller8242 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you so much I really enjoyed this video

    • @karynagostino2853
      @karynagostino2853 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I was thinking Aldi as well!
      I'm pretty new to Aldi but so far I'm loving it!

  • @BunnyKramer
    @BunnyKramer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    So many terrific ideas here! FYI… you can easily make your own Mayo with oil, egg, & vinegar. Also … cauliflower leaves are perfectly edible! Cook like any green or shred and make into coleslaw to top that pulled pork sandwich 😍

  • @destinypointer9069
    @destinypointer9069 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    84 meals would feed two people for two weeks. This works great because my sister and I are always trying to save money.

  • @steph6337
    @steph6337 3 ปีที่แล้ว +133

    This is great! $40 is how much a family of four would eat out ONE time!!
    This tells me there's NO EXCUSE I just need to put in the work. I'm excited to see more of these and make my own plan. I appreciate you putting it out here so simply! Thank you!

    • @KetoFocus
      @KetoFocus  3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Yes, I'm going to do more videos like these. Maybe a little more relaxed budget too since this was extreme

    • @rebeccapurplefirephoenix851
      @rebeccapurplefirephoenix851 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes please do even $50 or $60 would be great. I replied a cheap egg drop soup recipe. Others could help you with the suggestions too

    • @paulaw418
      @paulaw418 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Family of 4 eating out costs only $40.00??

    • @keithgould2470
      @keithgould2470 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      There is no way I could of gotten this at $40 I played $109 here the pork shoulder was 22.59 alone and chicken was $16 almost 40 for just those 2 items but I followed it to a tee and I'm still happy for how much I could make even for that price

    • @steph6337
      @steph6337 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@keithgould2470 Prices have went up so bad. 😔

  • @krazykiwi03
    @krazykiwi03 3 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    I always told myself I would buy the best ingredients my budget could afford. That's still true, for now. My job hangs on by a thread right now and I worry about feeding my family of 4. Very great ideas, especially if you are on a budget. Thank you. Very inspiring.

    • @SF-ru3lp
      @SF-ru3lp ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hope things worked out for you job-wise, Krista. G Ire

    • @barbarailarpenter6815
      @barbarailarpenter6815 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hope all goes best for you and your 👪 family

    • @saraklotz7155
      @saraklotz7155 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you for helping people be able to afford keto😊

  • @alishajennings2013
    @alishajennings2013 3 ปีที่แล้ว +154

    I would absolutely love to see a series of videos like this. I've been keto for 4.5 years and I love to watch those extreme budget meal plan videos that are all over youtube. But none of them are keto so I can't use them myself but I still love watching them anyway. They are fun and addicting 🙂

    • @KetoFocus
      @KetoFocus  3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      Great! I’ll come up with some more!

    • @1shaymocha
      @1shaymocha 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      How much weight gave you loss?

    • @alishajennings2013
      @alishajennings2013 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@1shaymocha when I first started I lost 40 pounds but I've maintained for the past 4 years.

    • @annabellahayes3227
      @annabellahayes3227 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I love your recipes but I am a person of one to feed so I don't need to cook up so much food at one time is there a way you can show me how to cut it in portions I know you can freeze it but I don't like to eat refrozen food please help 😊

    • @critter4004
      @critter4004 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@annabellahayes3227 if you won't pull from the freezer, there's not a whole lot to tell you other than cook a meal at a time. 🤷‍♀️

  • @M6O21I
    @M6O21I 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    A tip for cheaper chaffles- I use the “white bread chaffle” recipe and it doesn’t use any cheese! It’s egg almond flour baking powder and mayo (I also add garlic salt). I usually triple the recipe and try to make like 10 at a time.
    Then I do all open face sandwiches aka only use one chaffle for each sandwich. I use a piece of sliced cheese on top of the ingredients (deli meat, spinach, etc) to help hold it together for eating.

    • @YeshuaKingMessiah
      @YeshuaKingMessiah ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Pls give the white bread chaffle recipe
      TY!

    • @SF-ru3lp
      @SF-ru3lp ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Could you give the amounts, Nicole? I'm interested in trying your version. G Ire

    • @0839westy
      @0839westy ปีที่แล้ว

      Ditto 🙂

    • @SF-ru3lp
      @SF-ru3lp ปีที่แล้ว

      @@YeshuaKingMessiah Hi I think a basic recipe is something like: 1 egg plus half cup of grated cheese so we could try a quarter cup of both almond flour and mayo (maybe slightly more almond flour...?). Add a pinch baking Powder. That would surely get us started...
      Yeshua also my King😀. Best regards.
      Georgina, Ireland

    • @SF-ru3lp
      @SF-ru3lp ปีที่แล้ว

      @@YeshuaKingMessiah Hi I'm just eating two white bread waffels. I am thrilled with them! I can't mix almond flour and dairy in same meal so these are games changing for me! Praise God!
      I did 1 egg (large). Then I took a half cup measure, put almond flour into it up to three quarters and filled the rest up with mayo (even if it went slightly over) and a good pinch Baking Powder.
      I mixed it with a fork. It was a bit thick and stiff so I poured in a careful half tablespoon (I think!). Was happy with a thick but portable consistency.
      They are soft and yummy!
      Sorry, long text. I do hope this is a help.
      🤗 G Ire

  • @Ann-Marielivingonabudget
    @Ann-Marielivingonabudget 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Please keep doing budget videos! With food costs rising, and the keto lifestyle not being cheap to begin with, it's hard to feed our family of 6 (two adults, 2 teenage boys, two teenage girls) for a reasonable cost. We are new at this (only a couple if months), so all of your ideas are so valuable to us!!!

    • @gladysobrien1055
      @gladysobrien1055 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      One can of green beans…. Fifty cents🇺🇸⁉
      No way in Canada🇨🇦Try $1.29 to $1.49‼

  • @Metqa
    @Metqa ปีที่แล้ว +6

    With the price of food going out of control, this video is super relevant. I used to make these egg cups all the time, great staple.looking back at this reminds me I need to start some more lettuce and bok choi seeds to help supplement the grocery budget. The seeds I started back in November are still feeding me come January , and saving the green onion roots to regrow provided me multiple bunches worth of green onion tops to cook with for almost a year!
    I needed to be reminded by this vid that prepping and frugality is useful at times when you have little choice and shelves are empty.

  • @Nik-ko9eq
    @Nik-ko9eq 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    This is AMAZING. It's healthy but stuff my family would actually EAT! Stuff I could take to work! My family is smaller so it would stretch further! Thank you so much for this, you have no idea how much it helps. 💜

  • @kimluvspgh
    @kimluvspgh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    How bout a Cuban chaffle...pulled pork, ham&shot of mustard...yum!

    • @KetoFocus
      @KetoFocus  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Omg! That would be amazing! Excellent idea. Love how simple it is too. 😀

    • @ebgbjo2025
      @ebgbjo2025 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I have some pulled pork left over from carnitas I made so now I have something to make with it. Thanks for the suggestion!

    • @zensbleexperience3470
      @zensbleexperience3470 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That sounds amazing

    • @droopypie
      @droopypie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      + pickles & swiss cheese

    • @debrahurtado5491
      @debrahurtado5491 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      'Ta bueno!!

  • @leslieprice9224
    @leslieprice9224 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    This video was perfection! Don’t know how you work, be a mom, plan and create these yummy meals, but very impressed! Thank you for the inspiration!

  • @MsHari-lu3cw
    @MsHari-lu3cw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    ❤️ it all, extremely motivating! I’m all in for the $40 grocery trip weekly! More please, and thank you

    • @KetoFocus
      @KetoFocus  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I will! I have it on the calendar already 😀

  • @olivia8979
    @olivia8979 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    I live alone and never get out of the grocery store for less than $60 😂
    I would like to see more content like this because I need to stop that! (but in my defense, i live near DC and it is pretty expensive here... and i buy more than food at the grocery store)

    • @laqueenasade4282
      @laqueenasade4282 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I budget all last year and still was spending on average $220/month and its just me.

    • @rdrake316
      @rdrake316 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It is a tax called 'Inflation' brought to you by your corrupt Privately-owned Federal Reserve Bank; which every POTUS since JFK is a betch to.

    • @susanfudge1737
      @susanfudge1737 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@rdrake316 It predates Kennedy. Goes back to the creation of the federal reserve and the ending of gold backed currency. Kennedy made his "secret societies are evil" speech and was shot two weeks later.

    • @kaydenl6836
      @kaydenl6836 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@rdrake316 bud, the FR is not even the main cause of inflation. They’re equivalent to a fever-hurting the body as it tries to fight an infection but is not the infection itself. Wealthy fucks hoarding money and not having it recirculating amongst the working class, are the problems.

    • @heatherard
      @heatherard 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Not me spending $500/week for my family of four in the Seattle area 😭😭😭

  • @katydidiy
    @katydidiy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    I agree with the suggestion that people struggling to buy groceries, please source local assistance. If you're in a small community, most larger towns will still make their services available to you. This is a great video! Ps: save the fat from the pork with which to fry the leftover pulled pork. That's part of the amazing taste of carnitas. I use chaffles to make the tacos.

    • @YeshuaKingMessiah
      @YeshuaKingMessiah ปีที่แล้ว

      They don’t have meat or cheese lol
      Maybe hotdogs
      Rare they have produce or even eggs

    • @heatherrios543
      @heatherrios543 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Us poor folks are not stupid. Telling us to "ask for help" is extremely patronizing. You think we've never thought of that? 😑

    • @tristazerbe8119
      @tristazerbe8119 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@YeshuaKingMessiah I’ve never seen anything keto approved at a food bank. Lots of cereal, box of Mac and cheese, etc.

    • @Metqa
      @Metqa ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I picked up food for a homeless dude. Most of the food was carb and shelf stable starch. I did see a can of chicken breast, some peanut butter, and a canned ham. But mostly pasta, potato flakes, canned applesauce with sugar, canned beans, I think there was milk powder.
      I know beggers can't be choosers, but I felt bad that if this guy were diabetic and insulin price was also too high, he had no choice but to starve or ruin his health.

  • @cassieoz1702
    @cassieoz1702 3 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    The world needs more vids like this to balance the 'just eat more prime rib' brigade and counter the 'it's too expensive' excusers. Thank you

    • @KetoFocus
      @KetoFocus  3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Yes! I love to invest in good quality food but sometimes our budget is tight and we got bills to pay. 💵

    • @YeshuaKingMessiah
      @YeshuaKingMessiah ปีที่แล้ว

      @@violettfem5093 many vloggers are out of touch with reality

  • @leelee8311
    @leelee8311 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    meal planning is a whole skillset unto itself, as it budgeting, so feel like you are giving us a 3 in one package here - thank you! you have mad skills! appreciate all your work & sharing this with us

  • @susiesmeal4466
    @susiesmeal4466 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Just starting Keto. Glad to see this and know it doesn't have to be expensive.

  • @kennedyparrish9092
    @kennedyparrish9092 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    would love an updated video like this since the prices of groceries have gone up so much!

  • @KeepingItRelle
    @KeepingItRelle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    So many great ideas. Thank you for sharing. Can't wait to try some.

  • @missmjl2468
    @missmjl2468 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I am writing this in 2023, I am sure this is an $80 haul now 😂

  • @josier
    @josier 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    recently diagnosed with type 2 so been trying to find recipes I can cook on my limited skills. I might even be able to manage some of these. I've subscribed as you don't use weird ingredients I'd waste money on buying.

    • @KennyPlayz05
      @KennyPlayz05 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Keto saved my life after I got diagnosed with T2.

  • @tishadillard9732
    @tishadillard9732 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    This is awesome! I used this for meal prep tonight and will enjoy having great meals all week! I live alone so this was too much food, but freezing the extra chicken and pork plus tweeking recipe size. I work 13 HR shifts as a nurse, three to four days in a row, so this is awesome to do ahead. I've been surviving on work days eating weird crap like commercial jerky and cheese sticks... Please do this again!! Thanks so much!!

    • @maviscarr1859
      @maviscarr1859 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Thank you, Tisha, for your service and sacrifice during COVID. You are a true hero! 🙏🏽

    • @YeshuaKingMessiah
      @YeshuaKingMessiah ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hardboiled eggs are very easy too
      Quarter them, s&p and then dip in mustard or mayo
      Egg salad
      Sprinkle w/salt and eat whole
      Deviled eggs if u wrap in plastic wrap to tote with u
      Canned tuna, salmon, sardines are all way better than jerky or beef sticks too
      Nuts & seeds - make Crispy Nuts!
      Cubes of good cheese u cut up and tote

  • @debsmith8849
    @debsmith8849 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Please do this more. I live alone, with little visitors once in awhile (grandkids). This would so work for me and help me to achieve financial and health goals! Thank you!!!!

    • @KetoFocus
      @KetoFocus  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Deb! I am planning on one for next month 😀

  • @nickys.2384
    @nickys.2384 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I just made the chaffle the 1st time this morning and it came out so good. I used shredded parmesan cheese instead of mozarella. This will be my new go-to when I want to make sandwiches or have another "bread" sub

    • @rebeccapurplefirephoenix851
      @rebeccapurplefirephoenix851 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ohmygoodness I ordered a waffle iron today. I Want to learn how to make chaffles for everything ❤️

  • @Servants_Heart
    @Servants_Heart 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    As of 2022, inflation has hit the family budget hard. These videos really help! Some of your ideas are the solutions that I can appreciate.

    • @gladysobrien1055
      @gladysobrien1055 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Gasoline at the pump in Canada🇨🇦$9.00/ gal.
      Our food is 🇺🇸imported mostly from 🇺🇸California…and the dollar has a 40% exchange rate on top of that…. We pay through the roof for food!🇨🇦

  • @susanshopsabout943
    @susanshopsabout943 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You can use chaffles as hamburger buns, slip some lettuce, your burger, slice tomato, tablespoon ketchup. and an easy meal!

    • @katydidiy
      @katydidiy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I use chaffles to make BLTs too as well as tacos.

  • @brbrerolling
    @brbrerolling 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    not me looking longingly at those beautiful egg prices 😄 for fun, I'm gonna go build this shopping list in my walmart cart. Let's see how 2024 is doin us:
    Romaine Lettuce $1.48 / $1.97
    Pork Shoulder Butter $8.50 / $12.38
    Frozen Chicken Thighs (64oz) $4.75 / $7.98
    Zucchini $0.49 / $0.93
    Yellow Onion $0.40 / $0.86
    Canned Green Beans $0.50 / $0.64
    Cauliflower $1.98 / $2.94
    Celery $0.88 / $1.88
    Cream Cheese $1.46 / $1.86
    Frozen Spinach $1.92 / $1.12 (went down!)
    Green Onions $0.50 / $0.98
    Mozzarella Cheese (16oz) $3.36 / $3.74 (block, not shredded)
    Sharp Cheddar Cheese (16oz) $3.36 / $3.68 (block, not shredded)
    Sliced Ham (16oz) $2.76 / $4.57
    Eggs (60ct) $7.05 / $12.80
    Total Keto Grocery Haul: $39.49 Total in March 2024: $58.33
    These prices are in Central Illinois and of course may vary.

  • @GottaSayIt
    @GottaSayIt ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Watching this in March 2023 and groaning that you bought 60 eggs for $7! 😮 I’m buying a dozen eggs (organic free range) for that price!

  • @healthassessment4453
    @healthassessment4453 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Thank you for the great ideas! I'll try some of sell but the egg heavy, I'm allergic, it stinks for keto! Lol. Fresh cauliflower may be cheaper where you live, here it's around $3.50 to $4.00 a head. I buy it frozen and already riced for around $1.00 a bag, there's about 3 servings in a bag. Saves me time and money.

    • @melindawolfUS
      @melindawolfUS 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Try NAET treatment, it cures allergies and saved my life. 🥰

  • @sandraschick1916
    @sandraschick1916 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This helps me sooooooooo much. I just can't believe how well you planned and what a great video you made. Once again, I think you are amazing! 😏🤗

  • @victoriagoddard1683
    @victoriagoddard1683 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love keto budget videos. Sometimes people shy away from a healthier lifestyle fearing it would be expensive. These choices are a million times better than wonder bread, boxed sugary cereals and Mac and cheese.

  • @petronellasirkka5255
    @petronellasirkka5255 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is so great! Thank you!

  • @dfros1957
    @dfros1957 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you so much ! With prices so high now this is VERY helpful.❤️ I would definitely like to see more videos like this. And thank you again. You are awesome 🙂

  • @zeenasworld
    @zeenasworld 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I think this is the best food and keto video. Thanks for doing it. We are blessed. I came away with valuable knowledge.

  • @KenjiiH
    @KenjiiH 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I live your screen presence and narration. I'm not on keto but my friend is. Also, I love budget meals!!

  • @00008Amanda
    @00008Amanda 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is so wonderful!! Love this so much!!

  • @millicentcunninghamowens61
    @millicentcunninghamowens61 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow! I can hardly wait to do this! Everything looks delicious! Thank you for sharing!

  • @elisevautour6292
    @elisevautour6292 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks so much sunshine. I'm new to Keto and have been doing Intermittent Fasting along with Keto. When I purchased about a pound of almond flour @ a bulk barn, it was shy of $10. EEEK LOL. However, THANKS to your video, you're offering us a low budget way to help us get started.💚 It takes the stress off of us to not get overwhelmed with the new way of eating and rushing out buying more pricier options if it leads us to not even start. The Key is low carbs, perhaps between 20 - 30 grams per day, definitely No sugars (other healthy alternatives), definitely Nothing with white flour, using healthy oils, etc. I'm 1 person but can adapt portions to what you have shown us. Inspiration is much needed and you've done that here. Thanks so very much. 🌞💚
    I've better understand 'chaffles' now and found myself another bread(carb) substitute. 💕

  • @sharoncook8020
    @sharoncook8020 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this!!!!! So simple

  • @hanginwithjeanna6717
    @hanginwithjeanna6717 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Totally loved this video! Yes to more of these!!

  • @ksmith6245
    @ksmith6245 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I liked your message about helping people. Your channel is really great. Common sense, fast paced and great recipes. thank you

  • @darlenes.89
    @darlenes.89 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love all your ideas and recipes. I also liked that you truly did only use the items you bought even sticking w just salt and pepper. You even resisted putting bbq sauce on that pulled pork. I really appreciate you briefly mentioning where people can go if they don’t have enough food. A lot of times when I see budget hauls and/or budget menus, too many times it’s no where near a tight budget, they come off as elitists (like in one video where expensive shrimp was bought) not realizing what an extreme type budget some of us are on. Anyway, I applaud you, amazing video! Ty!

    • @KetoFocus
      @KetoFocus  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Thank you! Many times I’ve been on extremely low food budgets and my parents raised us off of a bare bones income. I learn how to get creative in the kitchen from my mom - who can always make simple ingredients taste amazing. 😊

    • @ebgbjo2025
      @ebgbjo2025 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@KetoFocus I appreciate that not only do you still with keeping budget low, but you also still keep meals generally healthy rather than just meals that are fully processed garbage.

  • @sherryn39455
    @sherryn39455 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    People that are on Snap should watch this, good healthy meals, no processed junk food, it shows how you can make your money go really far, this country is so over weight because of all the processed food out there

  • @tiggerozuna9343
    @tiggerozuna9343 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes would love to see more like this! So helpful

  • @KetoCookbooksCorner
    @KetoCookbooksCorner 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    *Your video provides valuable tips and ideas that will undoubtedly help many people make keto-friendly choices without compromising their finances. Thank you for sharing these budget-friendly meal ideas!*

  • @jessicamiramontes6105
    @jessicamiramontes6105 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks so much for this meal prep! Looking forward to more keto meal prep on a budget videos like this ☺️

  • @heyitsjay22
    @heyitsjay22 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So many great ideas. Very inspirational.

  • @tanyaszopper1249
    @tanyaszopper1249 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was so great! Thank you for sharing. So many awesome ideas! 💕

  • @yolanda6328
    @yolanda6328 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Thank you for all these great ideas! I would love to see more videos like these! I really need to learn how to meal prep AND budget my grocery bill!

  • @illimonty
    @illimonty 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This was amazing especially during these times thank you 🙏🏼

  • @stuartpierce121
    @stuartpierce121 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great ideas. Thanks Jennifer 🤩

  • @marvellashook3600
    @marvellashook3600 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So many good ideas thank you for you time you put in for these ideas 😍💜

  • @DeniseKink.
    @DeniseKink. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great recipes and meal plan! Doing this next week. Please keep making these type of videos. :)

  • @karenbuhagiar491
    @karenbuhagiar491 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yes I would appreciate more like this. Great job. I’m going to definitely make most of your ideas.

  • @robertagrainger6828
    @robertagrainger6828 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another amazing video! You are so organized, thank you for sharing

  • @victoriacrain7146
    @victoriacrain7146 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great ideas and so great for a budget! Thank you

  • @i.m.hidden2788
    @i.m.hidden2788 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow - you fit in so many really great meal ideas into this one video!! Amazing & thank you so much!!!

  • @claremorley9845
    @claremorley9845 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Unbelievable! Can't believe you did all that for $40. I'm trying to lower my food bills... but my husband is quite spoiled, and he would definitely whine over the re-use of ingredients!! 🤣😂

    • @KetoFocus
      @KetoFocus  3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Normally my food budget is much higher 😀 But it’s interesting what you can come up with if you make a conscious effort to plan meals and shop the sales.

    • @ERICA850
      @ERICA850 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Same here!! I'm just happy to be eating a home cooked meal and he's whining about how and what I cooked.

    • @foxiefair123
      @foxiefair123 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yep, lol, my ex was, too.😂But he left, so I guess it ends up being better for me.😂

    • @M6O21I
      @M6O21I 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I dare any man to ever complain about what I make him! I’d kick him out in two seconds FLAT. Don’t put up w that bs, wtf?! Way better to be single and eat whatever, whenever (or find a better partner- but it’s been proven that women are happier and healthier when single).

  • @alykats2883
    @alykats2883 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love this!!!! Thanks

  • @phyllisalfieri9625
    @phyllisalfieri9625 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Some really great ideas 👍🏼

  • @rosemarygreen2001
    @rosemarygreen2001 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Yes, please do some more of these.

  • @zensbleexperience3470
    @zensbleexperience3470 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    These are such great ideas using regular ingredients I think I'll try them all! Great video thank you very much!

  • @andreamiller420
    @andreamiller420 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Loved this!

  • @tinaellison9299
    @tinaellison9299 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved this video! I'm new to keto and this was simple and budget friendly!

  • @phylsands7975
    @phylsands7975 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Awesome meal preps on a pretty decent budget! How about making bbq sauce with keto brown sugar and some orange juice or lime/lemon juice to keep it keto friendly 🙂 and sugar free ketchup.

  • @Yayita-lo3oo
    @Yayita-lo3oo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love your videos! Could you make or show the list at the beginning or end? It will be beneficial to do a screenshot & have it handy.

  • @raymondatasker5383
    @raymondatasker5383 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for staying on the journey

  • @amethyst4714
    @amethyst4714 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic! Thank you so much! Very helpful.

  • @westpur
    @westpur 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I am very impressed with meal prep and food haul. One thing I always do, is before cooking meat in crock pot or instant pot I sear the meat to add more flavor to the final product. But you kick the whole meal prep out of the ball park !!! WTG.

    • @KetoFocus
      @KetoFocus  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great point!

  • @ravenmoon1165
    @ravenmoon1165 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I loved the week meal prep. Excellent savings.

  • @foreveryoung-healthyketorecipe
    @foreveryoung-healthyketorecipe 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow what a challenge! Great ideas🧡👏👏👏

  • @ljbj4
    @ljbj4 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    this is exactly what i was needing! thanks so much!

  • @paulahiggleton-wood7670
    @paulahiggleton-wood7670 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    This is amazing! Thank you so, so much! I have been resisting returning to keto purely down to the expense but I know I have to as it helps my medical conditions, weight and mental health. Now I’m all set to get down to it again. You are a lifesaver (literally)!

    • @chickndinner2851
      @chickndinner2851 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Keto can potentially be way less expensive than the standard American diet. You no longer need to buy any "products". Just real food.

    • @paulahiggleton-wood7670
      @paulahiggleton-wood7670 ปีที่แล้ว

      I appreciate that but in the U.K. it’s much cheaper to eat high carb fillers like potatoes, beans, rice and cereals. Meat, cheese and cream/fats are more costly here.

  • @ERICA850
    @ERICA850 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I love this so much. This is so inspirational and exactly what I've been looking for to help me have a week's worth of meals with variaty

  • @rubykam4839
    @rubykam4839 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you! Life saver for many!

  • @vm5773
    @vm5773 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really nice video. Thank you for sharing these recipes and ideas.

  • @hopemilliken714
    @hopemilliken714 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Loved this.
    Barf in a bowl 🤣

  • @yvonnedelgado7469
    @yvonnedelgado7469 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yes definitely would love to see more of these videos!

    • @KetoFocus
      @KetoFocus  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Perfect! I plan some more.

  • @tannaphillips6840
    @tannaphillips6840 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This helped so much!!! Great ideas!! Please do more of these!!!!

  • @paulwade4322
    @paulwade4322 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you !! Just what I needed!

  • @lindasedillo7268
    @lindasedillo7268 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Can hardly wait to try this first time I tried keto was extremely hard for me but you make it look so easy with these nice recipes although I don't need eggs so I'll have to use a substitute for that protein thank you so much for these

  • @judymiller323
    @judymiller323 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I really really appreciate this budget presentation. I live on social security and am always looking for economic meals. I do not own a waffle maker (yet!) but what a wonderful idea for their varied uses ! Again, many thanks and please do some more budget-friendly recipes :)

  • @lindalentz5093
    @lindalentz5093 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic video!
    Please do more like this !
    Thank you!

  • @lindasmith6786
    @lindasmith6786 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am just new to this, 3 months of googling what to eat. I am so pleased your channel came up. Thank you so much

  • @cheryldouglas234
    @cheryldouglas234 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you so much. The recipes look good. Your planning and budgeting is very impressive. ❤️❤️❤️😊

    • @KetoFocus
      @KetoFocus  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Cheryl! Glad you enjoyed the video.

  • @FaithJourney989
    @FaithJourney989 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thanks for taking time to make these videos for budget-conscious folks like me. I'm just starting Keto and this is a huge help!

    • @KetoFocus
      @KetoFocus  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wonderful! I’m glad you found the video helpful. I will come out with more

  • @gracediongco7960
    @gracediongco7960 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You are the best! Thank you.

  • @sylviaferrara5296
    @sylviaferrara5296 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome video..... Thank you

  • @lisamccauley395
    @lisamccauley395 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This was fantastic! Doing carnivore for a month and this gave me some more variety to tweak! Thank you!!!