Author: MoreFood

Here are some tips for finding a farmers’ market near you and to shop with confidence while saving big with EBT.

Buying fresh herbs doesn’t always fit into my budget, so I decided to grow my own instead! A wide variety of herbs can grow inside your home, for very little money. Did you know that you can use your FNS/SNAP benefits to start your indoor herb garden?

It’s summer, and one of the best parts is the abundance of fresh, flavorful, produce.  I have learned nothing beats a locally grown peach handpicked from a farmer’s bountiful display[…] Read More

Kids look forward to summer break as a time for fun! But for parents that rely on free or reduced school meals, the break can be a burden on the[…] Read More

This is the third blog in a series about meal planning. If you haven’t read the other posts, you read these first: Benefits of Meal Planning and Meal Planning in[…] Read More

This is the second blog in a series about meal planning. If you haven’t read the first post, you should start here to learn about the many benefits of meal planning. Are you ready to start meal planning, but not sure where to begin? This post will help you get started with five easy steps.

Whether you’re a stay at home, or a working parent, figuring out what’s for dinner can be frustrating and stressful. Meal planning is a great way to help relieve not[…] Read More

There’s nothing better than a warm bowl of soup on a cold day. I love making soup all year long, but when the temperatures start to drop, soup becomes a[…] Read More

The federal government has many food programs that help people of all ages receive adequate nutrition, but several programs are geared specifically to children. Public schools, non-profit private schools, and residential child-care institutions are eligible to participate in the National School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program. These programs offer healthy meal options to children and aim to increase the availability of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains served at the school.

Grocery shopping on a tight budget can be challenging, especially if you’re trying to eat healthy. But there are many ways to manage your food dollars and still purchase a[…] Read More