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

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  • 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 หลายเดือนก่อน +133

    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  หลายเดือนก่อน +27

      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 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

      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 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

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

    • @LindaASJ
      @LindaASJ 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      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 19 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

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

  • @wendyfletcher6132
    @wendyfletcher6132 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +135

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

      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 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      Agree!

    • @Waiting4Jesus2come
      @Waiting4Jesus2come หลายเดือนก่อน +6

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

    • @rebeccahherdener2068
      @rebeccahherdener2068 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I agree. ❤️

    • @PreferredMethods
      @PreferredMethods 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Lifesaver!

  • @Tootsie806
    @Tootsie806 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +15

    My tip is to be flexible. My last trip to the store, I found a big bag of bananas for 99 cents, and Mexican rice, and 80/20 ground beef in the markdown bin. It changed my meal plans and I came out way cheaper.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  14 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

      I just LOVE that!! You’re right, it’s so important to scope out the sale items! It saves a ton!

  • @yesiplaywithdollstoo
    @yesiplaywithdollstoo หลายเดือนก่อน +79

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน +5

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

  • @bernadettezelenski3491
    @bernadettezelenski3491 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +50

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      I love that! ☺️

    • @ritatripp7731
      @ritatripp7731 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Great idea, thank you 😊

  • @severus9785
    @severus9785 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +76

    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  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      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. 😄

  • @betsyr4724
    @betsyr4724 19 วันที่ผ่านมา +15

    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 19 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      PS. Your meals much more creative than mine.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  19 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      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 ☺️

  • @gremlinofprague
    @gremlinofprague 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +25

    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  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +37

    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  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      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 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I had always heard that banana peel was poisonous.

    • @GoingGreenMom
      @GoingGreenMom หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

    • @PulpParadise
      @PulpParadise หลายเดือนก่อน +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.

  • @user-hz2hp7yn4d
    @user-hz2hp7yn4d หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    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  หลายเดือนก่อน +3

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

    • @youmakemehappy7
      @youmakemehappy7 9 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I'm gonna have to try! I just bought almond butter!

    • @user-hz2hp7yn4d
      @user-hz2hp7yn4d 8 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@youmakemehappy7 remember to use cold water...and blend well. I use a Nutribullet for the blending. Use straight away.

  • @btolson66
    @btolson66 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +45

    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  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      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 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

    • @msjkramey
      @msjkramey 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Idk that carrots are a good meat substitute because they're so low in calories and protein

  • @frankiehols8838
    @frankiehols8838 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +13

    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 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  26 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      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 😄

    • @luvslyfe1
      @luvslyfe1 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@LauraLeggeThere’s no ALDI where I live. Prices are considerably higher

  • @arraybabe8514
    @arraybabe8514 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    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  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      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!

  • @EdensApple80
    @EdensApple80 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    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  28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

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

  • @Vampirefox2
    @Vampirefox2 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    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  หลายเดือนก่อน +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.

  • @leem200
    @leem200 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +30

    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  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +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!

  • @teacherstreet
    @teacherstreet 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    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  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      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!

  • @diversekakes
    @diversekakes 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +27

    You make the best budget meals, in my opinion!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

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

  • @60kkm
    @60kkm 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +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  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

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

  • @virginiacrow1065
    @virginiacrow1065 หลายเดือนก่อน +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  หลายเดือนก่อน +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 22 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  22 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

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

  • @shawnbyars3618
    @shawnbyars3618 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Ok! I’ll work on that ☺️

  • @rebeccahherdener2068
    @rebeccahherdener2068 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    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  หลายเดือนก่อน +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 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@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!❤️

  • @princessdumbarton9877
    @princessdumbarton9877 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    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  หลายเดือนก่อน +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 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

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

    • @princessdumbarton9877
      @princessdumbarton9877 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

    • @Waiting4Jesus2come
      @Waiting4Jesus2come หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @denbeingfree
    @denbeingfree หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน

      You’re welcome! And thank you so much ☺️

  • @carolcopley3639
    @carolcopley3639 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @ValentinaVaVaVoom
    @ValentinaVaVaVoom หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    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  หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @cathiek8028
    @cathiek8028 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    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  หลายเดือนก่อน +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 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

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

    • @pursepearl4555
      @pursepearl4555 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      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 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@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?

  • @anitab6436
    @anitab6436 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @christinacaruso7720
    @christinacaruso7720 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I love the variety non boring foods you put together!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @rebeccabaron1348
    @rebeccabaron1348 หลายเดือนก่อน +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  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @TOWANDAAA858
    @TOWANDAAA858 หลายเดือนก่อน +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  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @ivymay4604
    @ivymay4604 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    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  หลายเดือนก่อน +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! ☺️

  • @EnnVee959
    @EnnVee959 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน

      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!

  • @rana_Omar_Jafaar
    @rana_Omar_Jafaar หลายเดือนก่อน

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @brookedoyal78
    @brookedoyal78 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @terrybard8688
    @terrybard8688 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @rebecasilvadosreis1347
    @rebecasilvadosreis1347 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That was simply amazing! Congrats!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @MervinAbi
    @MervinAbi หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks for the budget tips. Looks delish too ❤

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน

      You’re welcome and thank you so much ☺️

  • @jessicamarini1748
    @jessicamarini1748 หลายเดือนก่อน +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  หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @cherylsklar6640
    @cherylsklar6640 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @tarabrown9734
    @tarabrown9734 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Your recipes looked great, and the dessert! Yummy!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @samanthadodd8112
    @samanthadodd8112 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

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

  • @shirleyhurst2233
    @shirleyhurst2233 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I hope you love them! ☺️

  • @YorkshireGirlinDarwin
    @YorkshireGirlinDarwin หลายเดือนก่อน +3

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you so much!! ☺️

  • @bellrose2659
    @bellrose2659 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +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  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @deniesekline-thatcher8380
    @deniesekline-thatcher8380 หลายเดือนก่อน

    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!!!♥️🩷💜💞💖💕

  • @marywilliamson2559
    @marywilliamson2559 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      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!

  • @user-qt7nq5xl1m
    @user-qt7nq5xl1m 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Definitely going to try everything but the sweets 👍

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @elayned6147
    @elayned6147 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +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  25 วันที่ผ่านมา

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

  • @fourdayhomestead2839
    @fourdayhomestead2839 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Wow. Healthy ingredients! Thank you.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much!! ☺️

  • @happyswim1836
    @happyswim1836 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I like that she added protein ingredients in her meals. Other budget meals leave out protein. These recipes are more usable.👍

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  วันที่ผ่านมา

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

  • @dianenoble5553
    @dianenoble5553 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Love all of these recipes 😊

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @marybethhughes5320
    @marybethhughes5320 หลายเดือนก่อน +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  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @donnaleveron5711
    @donnaleveron5711 หลายเดือนก่อน +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  หลายเดือนก่อน

      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!

  • @rhondawalker7883
    @rhondawalker7883 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @kindnessrules3885
    @kindnessrules3885 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    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  หลายเดือนก่อน

      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!

  • @shunawestern9153
    @shunawestern9153 12 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    You did amazing with the budget you had, well done.🥰🇬🇧🐾🐾🌷

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  12 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you so much!! ☺️

  • @amandas.1184
    @amandas.1184 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much!! I appreciate that ☺️

  • @debbietinker2408
    @debbietinker2408 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You are amazing! Great ideas!!!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @norahalmquist1345
    @norahalmquist1345 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +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  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @patchesblevins1573
    @patchesblevins1573 5 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Im not vegan, and everything looked yummy. Ty.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  5 วันที่ผ่านมา

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

  • @ForeverEdsGirl.223
    @ForeverEdsGirl.223 หลายเดือนก่อน +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  หลายเดือนก่อน

      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! ☺️

  • @YayaCTorres
    @YayaCTorres หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow, amazing. You're amazing!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @lisadawson2652
    @lisadawson2652 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Fantastic meal ideas ❤

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much! ☺️

  • @justjet
    @justjet 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +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  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

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

  • @slotgrammie0923
    @slotgrammie0923 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Omg..genius ideas!! New subscriber!! 🎉🎉🎉❤

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

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

  • @micajahsmom
    @micajahsmom 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +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  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 ☺️

  • @jodibuckmister7402
    @jodibuckmister7402 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

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

  • @yaricontreras3063
    @yaricontreras3063 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love watching your videos ❤

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @natashawilliams8132
    @natashawilliams8132 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This is very inspirational good thoughts I’ll surely subscribe

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @Padesso2012
    @Padesso2012 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thank you looking for and using healthy foods.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You’re welcome and thank you ☺️ I appreciate that

  • @angelawhite2307
    @angelawhite2307 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Helpful budget meal ideas.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much ☺️

  • @user-hz2hp7yn4d
    @user-hz2hp7yn4d หลายเดือนก่อน +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.

  • @kathyjohnston3971
    @kathyjohnston3971 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

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

    • @debbiechaney6607
      @debbiechaney6607 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +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  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @BouksFlawsStuff747
    @BouksFlawsStuff747 หลายเดือนก่อน +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  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yay! I hope you love the recipes ☺️

  • @chickachu27
    @chickachu27 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks for your hard work ❤❤❤❤❤

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @carmenn5609
    @carmenn5609 หลายเดือนก่อน +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  หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @lizmiller2341
    @lizmiller2341 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    How impressive! I have never eaten tofu before. I do like cabbage in stir-fry so maybe on the cabbage steak. I was very impressed how you created such well balanced meals.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much!! ☺️ I can’t wait to hear what you think if you try anything! The cabbage steaks are SO delicious! 😋

  • @kimedmonson3134
    @kimedmonson3134 12 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Wow! Great job.🙂

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  12 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Thank you! ☺️

  • @livics610
    @livics610 หลายเดือนก่อน +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.

  • @lyndseybeaumont7301
    @lyndseybeaumont7301 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Love the idea of the cabbage steaks. Banana skins can be used for a whole host of vegan recipes, most ask for the skins to be as green as possible though.i like the idea of the bacon and although I’m not vegan, I will try it.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  14 วันที่ผ่านมา

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

  • @BronzeGirl
    @BronzeGirl หลายเดือนก่อน +4

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

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

  • @hello-vs4me
    @hello-vs4me 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Thanks great video great meals thanks ❤😊

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @Lexi-po1ur
    @Lexi-po1ur 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    The cabbage steaks sound great will try them.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @lorikorstanje2964
    @lorikorstanje2964 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    looks great! thanks xolori

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much!

  • @CookwithPreka-ug3vj
    @CookwithPreka-ug3vj 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You are really good in planning meals

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you ☺️ I appreciate that!

  • @gleangenie
    @gleangenie 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Such healthy budget options! Wish we had Aldi here in Oregon.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you! I hope y’all get one soon!

  • @JesusIsComing99
    @JesusIsComing99 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you so much 😊

  • @expressbasketsandtreats
    @expressbasketsandtreats 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Great budget meal plan!!! Love it ❤❤❤New friend here watching

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you so much!! ☺️ Welcome to my channel!

  • @user-nw4kk1hx6c
    @user-nw4kk1hx6c หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Awesomeness 🤩

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much! ☺️

  • @margaritasarmiento3303
    @margaritasarmiento3303 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @lucasgaeta3403
    @lucasgaeta3403 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    yum all around

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much!! ☺️

  • @mariasinclair9718
    @mariasinclair9718 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great healthy ideas 💡 👍

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! ☺️

  • @josephinejwang8248
    @josephinejwang8248 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent meals !

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! I appreciate that ☺️

  • @Kindlelover88
    @Kindlelover88 20 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      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!

  • @joescibelli1308
    @joescibelli1308 หลายเดือนก่อน +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  หลายเดือนก่อน

      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 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@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  หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @vicki-lynnemccabe
    @vicki-lynnemccabe 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

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

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @NomadJane
    @NomadJane หลายเดือนก่อน +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  หลายเดือนก่อน

      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!

  • @blessed1113
    @blessed1113 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for sharing! Everything looks so yummy! Question: did you add water for peanut butter? I couldn’t tell in video. Loved that you made your own!

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Thank you! No water - I just blended the peanuts until they were nice and smooth. It takes about 8-10 minutes of blending for the oils to release and for everything to emulsify

  • @beckyweckmiller6135
    @beckyweckmiller6135 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Quinoa always boils over on me, and I use water. I have to be right there in the kitchen to catch it when it first gets hot. I love that you have mostly vegan recopies! My husband's surgeon recommended we be 80%-100% vegan, so we only eat meat and dairy when we're out.

    • @LauraLegge
      @LauraLegge  18 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      How interesting! That quinoa was really giving me trouble at first 😅
      And thank you! My doctor also recommended plant based, so I’m trying to do my best to switch us over to meatless at home.