The three main ingredients in any great meal are plan, shop and cook. With a game plan and shopping list of healthy, simple recipes, your organized trip to the store will save you time and money. Being prepared before you shop or cook will make the entire experience fun and easy!
Plan
A little planning makes a big difference. Here’s how to make a healthy game plan.
Nutrition Basics »
Eating Healthy on a Budget »
Meal Planning Tips »
Goal Setting »
Intro to MyPlate »
Shop
Making a shopping list of healthy food choices will save you time and money at the store. Learn how.
Reading Food Labels »
Stocking Your Kitchen »
Finding the Best Buy »
Cook
Cooking safely means more than being careful around the stove. Here’s what you need to know.
Food Safety Basics »
Cooking Basics & Tips »
Storing Leftovers »
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Weekly Menus
Check out these sample 2-week menus and grocery lists, making it easy to eat healthy on a budget. You’ll find simple recipes on the menus and the bolded recipes on USDA’s What’s Cooking? website.
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