$20 for 7 Days | Eating for Less Than $3 A Day | Emergency Grocery Budget

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 myself to eat for at least 7 days. These recipes also work for families and are kid-approved!
This is a meal plan that I would personally do for myself. Feel free to make your own adjustments and substitutions! These recipes are mainly to give you some ideas.
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  • @carolwintx8248
    @carolwintx82484 ай бұрын

    Thank YOU for addressing single person shopping!!

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    You’re welcome! ☺️ I definitely want to do more of these! I had several requests for single person meal plans.

  • @loves2spin2

    @loves2spin2

    3 ай бұрын

    ​@@LauraLegge+¹¹å Qatar we😊

  • @gina1195
    @gina11954 ай бұрын

    Not sure if you have ever did this with lentils BUT this is a FAV at my house for a hearty breakfast or delish dinner. Cook lentils in whatever stock you choose until the desired tenderness is achieved. Meanwhile sauté diced carrots, diced onion and minced garlic carrots should caramelize. once lentils are done combine carrot mix with lentils top with fried eggs and YUM.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Oh wow! Yum!! I need to try that! Thank you for the recipe!

  • @heathervanek8762

    @heathervanek8762

    4 ай бұрын

    Lentils make awesome tacos also! And I like to add saute mushrooms & broccoli in black bean burgers. You have some really great ideas!

  • @sueperez21

    @sueperez21

    4 ай бұрын

    Now that does sound delicious 😋 Tfs Gina 😊

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    @@heathervanek8762 yum! I’ve never had lentil tacos! I’ll have to make those this week. Thank you for the idea!

  • @Getlostandwander

    @Getlostandwander

    4 ай бұрын

    This sounds delicious! I love lentils!

  • @donngu
    @donngu2 ай бұрын

    This is a great lesson not just in how to budget meals but just how to be less wasteful with food. We are financially comfortable but I still get so much out of videos like this. They truly inspire me.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! I truly appreciate that ☺️

  • @echoswaifu
    @echoswaifu4 ай бұрын

    Just an FYI the weight of the canned food includes the water, so in the case of corn, you might be getting a better deal on frozen because about 50-60% of a can is water

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    That’s good to know! Thank you so much for mentioning that ☺️

  • @annapachaclarke2392

    @annapachaclarke2392

    3 ай бұрын

    There is also compact frozen water around the frozen veg. It amounts to quite a lot!

  • @vickidiodato9834

    @vickidiodato9834

    3 ай бұрын

    Could use the juice in the veggie stock.

  • @donnaleveron5711

    @donnaleveron5711

    Ай бұрын

    ​@@annapachaclarke2392very little compared to the canned. I always have to add a little water when cooking.

  • @kellybeauchamp8386
    @kellybeauchamp83864 ай бұрын

    This is the first video of yours that I've seen. The fact that this video is a meal plan for one person is what caught my eye. My son's girlfriend is away at college and is struggling stay within a food budget. She is used to fast food and door dash. What a bad plan for someone with very little money. I'm introducing her to cooking, budget planning and not making all decisions on a whim. Most of the other extreme food budgeting videos I watch are for families. This one is right up her alley (or it will be after I show it to her!). Thanks, Laura! Side note: I love your sparkly top!

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! I plan to do more of these single person meal plans soon with varying budgets. It’s definitely my most requested type of meal plan lately I hope y’all love the recipes! And thank you so much for watching and sharing ☺️

  • @60kkm
    @60kkm4 ай бұрын

    I laughed when you checked the eggs. I do that too but I jiggle each egg to make sure none of them are stuck. Because sometimes it could be cracked on the bottom where you can’t see. People look at me funny because it looks like I am counting the eggs. 😂

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Haha I do the same thing! Gotta give them a wiggle 😂

  • @joycepedercini3841

    @joycepedercini3841

    3 ай бұрын

    I jiggle the eggs also to make sure they are not cracked on the bottom

  • @wonderwoman1825

    @wonderwoman1825

    3 ай бұрын

    How many eggs in a dozen?

  • @60kkm

    @60kkm

    3 ай бұрын

    @@wonderwoman1825 lol! 😄

  • @sandramaiden4707

    @sandramaiden4707

    3 ай бұрын

    I do that too

  • @PopFizzPaperDani
    @PopFizzPaperDani3 ай бұрын

    Swapping a cup of salsa for a cup of the water when making rice is a super easy way to make mexican rice. Fry the rice first in a little oil, then add the wet stuff and cook like normal. ❤

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

    I just love that idea!! I’m going to try that! Thank you for sharing ☺️

  • @monicajohnston8364
    @monicajohnston83643 ай бұрын

    Another super simple black bean soup is to just sauté half a diced onion, add a bit of cumin, then 4 cans of beans (or an equivalent quantity of homemade), an entire container of chunky salsa and water or broth. Simple, tasty, very filling. Top with a dollop of sour cream and some shredded cheese, if you have it. I always serve it with cornbread. This is a family favorite.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

    Oh my goodness, that sounds delicious and so easy! Thank you for sharing the recipe. I’m going to try it!

  • @rb5078
    @rb50782 ай бұрын

    I really appreciate that you consider other diets and give vegetarian and vegan options/alternatives.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you! I LOVE meatless meals so I’m always looking for meals that can be modified depending on what I have on hand

  • @theresalogsdon765
    @theresalogsdon7654 ай бұрын

    With my Oatmeal, I Saute an Apple, Cranberries, Banana with a Tad of Butter and 1-2 TBSP brown Sugar. Makes a nice Addition. Add nuts if you have them.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Yum! That sounds so good! I’ll have to try that! Thank you for the suggestion

  • @hxfx6771
    @hxfx67713 ай бұрын

    This is a lost art. Thank you for putting these together.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much!! I really appreciate that ☺️

  • @claudialeger3208
    @claudialeger32083 ай бұрын

    Great ideas. I use smashed lentils to fill a half of bell pepper , add a bit of cheese on top and bake 375 for 10-15 min or till pepper gets tender. I am going to try the banana roll up’s. They look delicious.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

    Oh my goodness, that sounds amazing!! Thank you for the recipe! I can’t wait to try that ☺️

  • @haiku5756
    @haiku57562 ай бұрын

    This is brilliant! I love how you used whole foods, easy techniques, batch cooking, and using every bit. I'm inspired to make this whole meal plan!

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

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

  • @sarahreams7419
    @sarahreams74194 ай бұрын

    I love your recipes because I'm PRIMARILY plant based. I do consume animal products (mostly eggs and Greek yogurt) but I always try to sub for vegetarian/vegan when I can. I'm glad someone is showing alternatives to meat heavy meals!

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! ☺️ I’ve been working on reducing meat in our meals for the last couple years and we’re slowly switching most of our meals to meatless options. I’m having fun and trying to be creative 😄

  • @NancyMoody-ec7wt
    @NancyMoody-ec7wt2 ай бұрын

    Thank you for addressing single life recies that is so needed

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

    You’re welcome! I’m planning to put more of these plans together soon

  • @user-ge7qq1tz9h
    @user-ge7qq1tz9h4 ай бұрын

    This is excellent! Great job! I do a similar budget/meal plan from Aldi often but add a can of diced tomatoes (for soups or loaves), peanut butter (for sandwiches, oatmeal, or mixed with a few pantry staples for a peanut sauce), and whatever the cheapest lettuce/cabbage (for sandwiches, soups, and salads) I can find. Also, I grab another banana or two to make 2 ingredient oatmeal/banana cookies. Can also add peanut butter to them for a healthy treat. Adds some more options, veggies, and protein to the meals for under $25 a week.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    I absolutely LOVE those tips! Thank you for sharing! I’m going to try your suggestions ☺️

  • @dominiquer156
    @dominiquer1562 ай бұрын

    West coast canada, what you got for you groceries would be around $70-$100 depending on what brand you choose. Will be more next month as taxes are going up again. Yay. Edit: i wrote that at the very beginning of your video, i love your recipes! Gives me some really good ideas! Thank you ❤

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

    Oh wow! I’m so sorry about the prices of your groceries 😰 that’s awful And thank you so much! ☺️

  • @julianlicon716
    @julianlicon7163 ай бұрын

    Wow this one is amazing!! Been trying to find food budget vegetarian vids and this is perfect! Keep them coming pls lol

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

    I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Ok! I’ll work on more 😄

  • @MessyPaperCrafter
    @MessyPaperCrafter4 ай бұрын

    You can also freeze the banana slices for your oatmeal. Just a different option to try.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Oooh I love that!

  • @sharonratini3603
    @sharonratini36034 ай бұрын

    WOW! I am fascinated by these low budget cooking videos, and I watch al lot of them. However, you have the MOST creative recipes I have seen! Great job!

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much!! That’s so nice of you to say ☺️ I hope you love the recipes!

  • @lorita3488
    @lorita34883 ай бұрын

    Main course & desert for 2 MIDGET POT ROAST Serves: 2 Prep time: Cook time: Ingredients: 2 beef shanks (about 1 1/2 pounds) 3 Tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided 1 1/2 cups cold water, divided 1/2 cup beef broth 1 Tablespoon dry onion soup mix 1 garlic clove, minced 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme 1 large potato, peeled and cut into eighths 2 carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces 6 boiling onions salt and pepper to taste Directions …. Sprinkle meat with 1 Tablespoon flour; place in shallow 2 qt. baking dish. Mix 1 cup water, beef broth, soup mix, garlic, Worcestershire sauce and thyme; pour over meat. Cover and bake at 325 degrees for 1 1/2 hours. Turn meat ; add potato, carrots and onions. Cover; return to the oven for 30 to 45 minutes or until tender. Remove meat and vegetable to keep warm. To prepare the gravy: skim off the fat from pan juices. Measure 1 cup of the juices and space in a small pan or skillet. Combine remaining flour and cold water; stir into juices. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly; cook & stir 1 minute longer. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with meat and vegetables. Notes Baked Custard for two: 1 egg, 1 cup milk, 3 Tablespoons sugar, 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract,1/8 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon fresh grated nutmeg. In a bowl, lightly beat the egg. Add milk, sugar, vanilla and salt. Pour into two ungreased 6 oz. custard cups. Sprinkle with nutmeg. Set in a pan containing 1/2 to 1 inch of hot water. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes or until set. Yield 2 servings

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing your recipe! ☺️

  • @emmsmom1848
    @emmsmom18484 ай бұрын

    You always have some great ideas. You’re very good at doing these videos and you keep it interesting by having such a variety in your content. Thanks for sharing your recipes and tips 😊

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! I appreciate that! ☺️

  • @amynau3904
    @amynau39044 ай бұрын

    Really appreciate these recipes and love that they are based on lentils and beans.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    You’re welcome! I hope you love them! ☺️

  • @gina1195
    @gina11954 ай бұрын

    I really enjoy these haul videos ! I like that you change up the goals for the videos! 🙂

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much!! ☺️ I like to put a poll up occasionally and see what everyone would like to see and then I work on those ideas!

  • @cariemorgangraff4829
    @cariemorgangraff48294 ай бұрын

    I want to try a few of these. My husband thinks he needs meat at every dinner so that’s my only issue. But I think meatless Monday is a great thing

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    I started off by reducing the meat to about ½ lb per dinner. I used it as a garnish and paired it with beans and other protein packed foods. After about 6 months of doing that, I started incorporating 1 meatless meal into every week. Now I’m trying to increase my meatless meals to a few a week and eventually I’d like to use meat very sparingly, if at all. I think it’s the slow introduction to meatless that really did the trick for my family ☺️

  • @jillgott6567

    @jillgott6567

    Ай бұрын

    Could you get away with making a chili or a Spaghetti Sauce with less hamburger but adding Mushrooms or Lentils ? When using sirloin tips or stew beef you can stretch it by adding mushrooms for that meat flavor and cutting the pieces smaller. Does he grocery shop with you ? Does he meal prep with you ?

  • @boop8127

    @boop8127

    Ай бұрын

    Our cheap and easy at home was pasta, pancakes, my mom made mashed potatoes one day the leftovers she cooked them like a pancake. Potato pancakes (shred potatoes), you can add bacon

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    Ай бұрын

    @@boop8127 those are some of my favorites!!

  • @mariejenkins8971
    @mariejenkins89713 ай бұрын

    this is my favorite low budget meal plan! Everything looks so delicious. Cooking healthy, for one on a retirees budget, is not always easy. I am definitely going to try some of these recipes. Thank you for sharing. 🥰

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

    Yay! I’m so glad to hear that! And thank you so much! I designed this meal plan while thinking about ALL my favorite things to eat 😋 I really enjoyed the week!

  • @metislamestiza3708
    @metislamestiza3708Ай бұрын

    you can make an oat bun really fast with just a little over a 1/3 cup of oats, an egg and some baking powder. spray a ramekin with cooking spray and set oven at 400F. grind 40 grams of oats into a flour, add 1/2 tsp of baking powder and a pinch of salt, mix in egg till well blended. pour into ramekin and bake for 15 minutes. allow to cool and use butter knife to loosen. this is a great GF option, super filling! you can toast this, add a nut butter and banana or fruit of your choice! i love the banana bread roll up - a super fun treat for everyone!

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    Ай бұрын

    Oh my goodness, I can’t wait to try this!! It sounds so easy and delicious! Thank you for the suggestion. I’m going to write it down and give it a try soon!

  • @metislamestiza3708

    @metislamestiza3708

    Ай бұрын

    @@LauraLegge hope you enjoy it!

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    Ай бұрын

    @@metislamestiza3708 thank you ☺️

  • @aldralee
    @aldralee4 ай бұрын

    “Having trouble with my words. I need more coffee.” 😂😂

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Yes!! 😂😂😂

  • @ej3016
    @ej30162 ай бұрын

    am crying at your food prices - your 20.00 is our 27.03 HOWEVER your food prices have always been far cheaper than ours - will dry my eyes - ignore the prices - see what recipes I can try - thnx for sharing 🇨🇦🙏 your 2.58 dozen eggs would be 3.49 up here BUT half dozen eggs today were 3.69 😢

  • @chepespie9627
    @chepespie96272 ай бұрын

    Thank you for these! Great inspiration for budget meals. You are so creative. 😊

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! And you’re welcome ☺️

  • @julybailey2326
    @julybailey23262 ай бұрын

    This is hands down the best food results once everything's prepared. So talented! Subscribed ❤

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much!! That’s so nice of you to say! I hope you love the recipes! ☺️

  • @gailmoreta
    @gailmoreta4 ай бұрын

    You are absolutely inspiring... the recipes you make on a budget look amazing...❤

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much ☺️ That’s so nice of you to say!

  • @ellen3883
    @ellen38834 ай бұрын

    Making these recipes - thank you😊

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

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

  • @jjesseeliza0527
    @jjesseeliza05272 ай бұрын

    I love these ideas! Thank you ❤

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much and you’re welcome! ☺️

  • @Anna.m.85
    @Anna.m.85Ай бұрын

    I love the lentil loaf and bean burger recipes. They both came out perfect and are way easier than any other recipe I've tried. Thanks for sharing!!

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    Ай бұрын

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

  • @wildheartsease
    @wildheartsease2 ай бұрын

    This is a brilliant menu plan! Thank you.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much ☺️

  • @chrisromano4584
    @chrisromano4584Ай бұрын

    Happy Mother’s Day Laura

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @camiream7642
    @camiream76423 ай бұрын

    Your recipes and budget are amazing!! Very good vegetarian recipes and options!! I must also tell u I love your old grey doggos that are "helping"!! They are soooo cute!!

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you SO much!! ☺️ My dogs definitely help me with the things I drop 😅 They’re the best helpers!

  • @patriciahager949
    @patriciahager949Ай бұрын

    Nice job in planning and prep! Very healthy and delicious recipes. You're a wonderful example to your children.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! That’s so nice of you to say ☺️

  • @patriciajansen5484
    @patriciajansen54842 ай бұрын

    I love this video I’ve seen it more than once. Truly amazing what you can do with $20.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

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

  • @kimberlyburnett8553
    @kimberlyburnett85534 ай бұрын

    Everything looks wonderful

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much!!

  • @joycebevins6014
    @joycebevins60143 ай бұрын

    Enjoyed your video. Great tips for saving money, easy to do, looks delicious and healthy. Thank you for sharing!

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! I’m so glad you enjoyed it ☺️

  • @lusea9708
    @lusea9708Ай бұрын

    Really great budget meal prep video! Well done. Definitely trying your black bean burger and savory oatmeal and fried egg. The banana roll up idea looks delicious.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you so much!! I appreciate you saying that! I hope you love the recipes ☺️ Definitely let me know how they turn out for you!

  • @Jesus_is_Lord_7
    @Jesus_is_Lord_73 ай бұрын

    I really like the banana french toast. I'm going to make this for my granddaughter. Thank you for sharing.😋

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

    You’re welcome! I hope y’all LOVE it! It was definitely fun to make with the kids ☺️

  • @cj4310
    @cj43102 ай бұрын

    Happy I found your page. Big help being a senior cooking for one!! Thank You!

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

    I’m so glad to hear that ☺️

  • @lisapelland4471
    @lisapelland44714 ай бұрын

    I just found your channel and I love this video!!! I hope you do more like this!!!

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! I definitely plan to! ☺️

  • @barbnauman705
    @barbnauman7054 ай бұрын

    Great job!! Thank you!!

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much and you’re welcome ☺️

  • @teacherstreet
    @teacherstreet4 ай бұрын

    I love your creative ideas. Always something clever! ❤ from Iowa

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! ☺️

  • @marianndasilva1995
    @marianndasilva19954 ай бұрын

    Great recipes! Impressive! Thank you!

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much and you’re welcome ☺️

  • @Angela-vy5ok
    @Angela-vy5ok4 ай бұрын

    Thank you. I made my own baked beans last weekend! They were great. These recipes look delicious. Thank you. This is the first time seeing your channel. I just subscribed 😊

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Yum! That sounds so good! I would love to make those from scratch sometime too! Thank you so much and welcome to my channel ☺️

  • @Angela-vy5ok

    @Angela-vy5ok

    4 ай бұрын

    @@LauraLegge thank you. I am glad to be here. You are so right about salsa sauce! I also love Worcester sauce in things! I am making your black bean burger this weekend! Looking forward to more of your videos!

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    @@Angela-vy5ok yay! I can’t wait to hear what you think! ☺️

  • @NewEarth15
    @NewEarth152 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for this video

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

    You’re welcome ☺️

  • @brg2743
    @brg27434 ай бұрын

    Great ideas!

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! ☺️ I appreciate that!

  • @sueperez21
    @sueperez214 ай бұрын

    These recipes look great. I love black bean veggie burgers. I cant wait to try these and your lentil meatless meatloaf. Tfs these great recipes 😋❤

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

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

  • @wendymcdonagh-valentine5623
    @wendymcdonagh-valentine56234 ай бұрын

    First time watching you. Wonderful video. Going to share it with friends who are also on a tight budget. Looking forward to watching more of your videos. ☺️

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much!! I’m so glad you enjoyed it ☺️ And welcome to my channel! I hope you love the recipes and budgeting tips!

  • @lesliebooth2833
    @lesliebooth28333 ай бұрын

    What great ideas for budget eating!! New sub!

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much!! I’m so glad ☺️

  • @raeofsunshine._._
    @raeofsunshine._._3 ай бұрын

    Loved seeing the black bean burger recipe and the meatless meatloaf. I will give those a try.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

    I hope you love them! Even my kiddos approved and they’re rather picky 😅

  • @Michelle-oz1jc
    @Michelle-oz1jc2 ай бұрын

    Really healthy grocery haul. Great video.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! I appreciate that ☺️

  • @whitfieldway696
    @whitfieldway6963 ай бұрын

    this video was really helpful !

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

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

  • @glendagonzalez2469
    @glendagonzalez24694 ай бұрын

    Wow, this was a great video. Inventive and delicious.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! ☺️

  • @mediumchunkymads
    @mediumchunkymads2 ай бұрын

    That is the best looking black bean soup I have seen these are super great ideas!

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

    Oh my goodness, thank you so much!! ☺️

  • @summerperez4450
    @summerperez44502 ай бұрын

    I like you! You have a good energy and I can tell you're a good person

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! That’s so nice of you to say 😄

  • @name.terrie
    @name.terrie4 ай бұрын

    Great ideas. Thanks so much. Just subscribed 😊

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much!! Welcome to my channel 😄 I hope you love the recipes!

  • @rhondaenriquez8049
    @rhondaenriquez80492 ай бұрын

    This is my first time seeing your video. After watch I am now a new subscriber. I really watching the shopping and then creating the recipe. You are a very talented cook. I look forward to seeing more videos.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much!! I’m so glad to hear that! ☺️ I hope you love all the recipes and enjoy the other videos too!

  • @donnaleveron5711
    @donnaleveron5711Ай бұрын

    Adding rice to a meal with beans will give you a complete protein. Adding a teaspoon of baking soda helps to soften beans, even if they are past their "best buy" date. Frozen corn is healthier than canned, no added sodium, plus it tastes better, not overcooked. Something to keep in mind is potassium and magnesium content in foods. These are vital minerals needed by our bodies for sooo many functions, heart health, blood pressure are 2 really important ones. Glad to see you using butter, not veg oil, which causes inflammation in the body, or margarine. Butter is a healthy fat. Our brains need healthy fats to function best, some vitamins are fat soluble, A, D.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for the tips! I really appreciate them!

  • @bigsky5526
    @bigsky55262 ай бұрын

    Great Ideas!

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @joannaazar7396
    @joannaazar73963 ай бұрын

    Your dog is adorable.🐶❤️

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! ❤️

  • @joannaazar7396
    @joannaazar73963 ай бұрын

    Thanks for sharing 😊

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

    You’re welcome! ☺️

  • @hildyali8941
    @hildyali89412 ай бұрын

    Thank you great ideas

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you and you’re welcome ☺️

  • @sgil23
    @sgil232 ай бұрын

    You can fry banana peel with few Seasonings to make it taste like bacon incase you wanna add some more food to all this 😅. I think this video is so wonderful for truly straggling families with super tight budget. Awesome 🙏

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

    What a great idea! I need to try that!! Thank you for the suggestion! ☺️ I’m always looking for more ways to use up everything.

  • @user-gq1tt8dm8k
    @user-gq1tt8dm8k2 ай бұрын

    I am absolutely going to be trying these recipes, especially the black bean burgers! Thank you!

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

    Yay! I hope you love them! ☺️

  • @Strawby05

    @Strawby05

    Ай бұрын

    Hi did you made them?

  • @reneerene7842
    @reneerene7842Ай бұрын

    Excellent!!!🎉🎉🎉

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you so much!! ☺️ I appreciate that!

  • @lauriesheppard3394
    @lauriesheppard33944 ай бұрын

    I love your cute potholder too!

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! I just got some new ones from a local small business and they’re SO cute!

  • @TheBPDFairy
    @TheBPDFairyАй бұрын

    I’m a big fan of savory oatmeal! I love it with lots of garlic/garlic poder, hot chili and cheese! I even have it for breakfast in the colder months.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    Ай бұрын

    Oh my goodness, yum!!! 🤤

  • @jlcarter1975
    @jlcarter19754 ай бұрын

    That French toast looks awesome.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! It was fun!

  • @lisadawson2652
    @lisadawson2652Ай бұрын

    Incredible tips I never would have thought to use salsa to cook with thanks for the tip 👍🏾

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you and you’re welcome ☺️ Salsa is so good for so many things!

  • @impish22
    @impish223 ай бұрын

    great recipes thanks

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you and you’re welcome ☺️

  • @carriecreates1207
    @carriecreates12072 ай бұрын

    Good info!!

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @debbielovett3087
    @debbielovett30872 ай бұрын

    Your meals looked delish.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much!! ☺️

  • @rdsginia7499
    @rdsginia74992 ай бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

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

  • @momof2momof2
    @momof2momof22 ай бұрын

    We love Aldi. I agree, their frozen broccoli is great. I like black bean burgers, yours look delicious, as does your "meat" loaf sandwich Yum ! . Thanks for sharing , Happy Easter 🥰🌷💐🌿🐣🐇🥚💗✝

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much!! Happy Easter to you too!

  • @bendmymind486
    @bendmymind486Ай бұрын

    This is great. Love your consideration of nutritional value, despite going for the cheapest options… subscribed : )

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! I appreciate that! And welcome to my channel! I hope you love the recipes and get lots of inspiration ☺️

  • @nanny8675309
    @nanny86753093 ай бұрын

    All of these recipes look delicious! I love that you didn’t use meat😋. I especially loved the melts and another way to eat the leftover “meat” loaf is cold with mayo and catch up, trust me it’s so delicious even though so simple. Also, thank you for the idea of putting mustard with your ketchup to top the loaf😋

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! I’m so glad to hear that you love the recipes ☺️ and thanks for the meatloaf idea! I’ll try that!

  • @modernhippeegoddess6122
    @modernhippeegoddess61223 ай бұрын

    looks amazing ! Will try i love black beans .

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you! I hope you love it ☺️

  • @itsjustbella5633
    @itsjustbella56334 ай бұрын

    Love the beans recipes !

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much!! ☺️

  • @dennisfrench8225
    @dennisfrench82252 ай бұрын

    I joined your channel you just wowed me with this on 66 yrs old from Ohio thank you

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

    Yay! Thank you so much! ☺️

  • @nancycarney
    @nancycarney4 ай бұрын

    The fried banana roll ups we make with nutella, bananas and strawberries. Topped with powdered sugar or whipped cream.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    Oh my goodness, that sounds absolutely incredible! I’m going to try that! Thank you for sharing you’re recipe

  • @jeanalzaidi908
    @jeanalzaidi9083 ай бұрын

    Aldis is my main food haul every month i love it,

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

    Yes!! I love it too!

  • @lawriefoster5587
    @lawriefoster55873 ай бұрын

    PS...Your pups are wonderful!! Hugs from me...

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much ☺️

  • @arlenenipp5651
    @arlenenipp56514 ай бұрын

    You did an amazing job! I am definitely going to make up some of those burgers for in my freezer for my vegetarian daughter-in-law nice to have on hand when the rest of us are eating beef and I will of course dry them myself as I like the black bean burgers too

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

    I hope you love them! ☺️ and thank you so much!

  • @Pamela-hr9zi
    @Pamela-hr9ziАй бұрын

    Ive been shopping at Aldi's and saving money.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    Ай бұрын

    I love it!!

  • @shelpippg2202
    @shelpippg22022 ай бұрын

    This video is wonderful! These are my kinds of recipes, broke or not. ❤

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much!! ☺️

  • @DevaNatural
    @DevaNatural4 ай бұрын

    Thank you very mucho for videos linke this.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    4 ай бұрын

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

  • @mariannerecchione804
    @mariannerecchione804Ай бұрын

    Two things: 1. I completely agree about Aldi's frozen broccoli. It's the best. 2. The egg thing. Wow! Never even thought to look at what I always assume will be the more expensive product. Thank you for that tip. I'm enjoying your videos.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! I’m so glad to hear that! Yes! Those eggs are cheaper a lot! It really surprised me when I first noticed!

  • @rachelh1289
    @rachelh1289Ай бұрын

    New to your channel ❤ Great video

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you so much!! Welcome to my channel! ☺️ I hope you love the recipes and tips!

  • @petracatogge6265
    @petracatogge62653 ай бұрын

    Those pattys look great

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much

  • @robinbowman2464
    @robinbowman24643 ай бұрын

    Incredible and interesting

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for your kind words ☺️ I appreciate that!

  • @lawriefoster5587
    @lawriefoster55873 ай бұрын

    Hi..new sub here. You did this so well. Aldi really has the best quality for the lowest price IMO. Your recipes are great...thank you from a saver from way back!! In Philadelphia.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! I completely agree! ALDI definitely has the best quality. I hope you love the recipes ☺️

  • @5pctLowBattery
    @5pctLowBattery3 ай бұрын

    Going to try the Black Bean Patties 🤔

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

    I hope you love them!

  • @christinamitrovich4972
    @christinamitrovich49723 ай бұрын

    Well done.

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! ☺️

  • @izabelatrojanowska3388
    @izabelatrojanowska33883 ай бұрын

    Great job! your videos had help me a lot ! Watched lots about budget cooking and planning and yours is so far best! What I usually to do once in shop (especially once spent petrol money for journey) any long shelf life items on sale I see and I know I will use 100% I try to get few. In Uk Aldi gets weekly fresh different product in cheaper price. I do check website at home and meal plan around it 💖

  • @LauraLegge

    @LauraLegge

    3 ай бұрын

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