7 Tips for Creating a Zero Waste Kitchen

7 Tips for Creating a Zero Waste Kitchen

Did you know that about 40% of all food is wasted in America? Waste isn’t only a product of food manufacturing and distribution. American households waste an estimated 46.5 thousand pounds of food a year. That’s equivalent to 50 billion meals and 158 billion dollars in food that’s thrown out. The zero waste movement promotes…

Step By Step Holiday Meal Planner (and Free Cooking Timeline Template)

Step By Step Holiday Meal Planner (and Free Cooking Timeline Template)

The holidays are a time for family, friends, and food. But, if you’re hosting Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner this year, you might be feeling a little overwhelmed at the thought of cooking a huge feast. You’re not alone– According to a 2019 poll, 51% of the respondents said that hosting a holiday party or dinner…

10 Meal Planning Tips to Save Time and Money

10 Meal Planning Tips to Save Time and Money

Do you want to save money on groceries but don’t know where to start? The best way to save time and money is to create a meal plan that takes your schedule, your family’s preferences, and the food that’s available to account.  A “done for you” meal plan seems like an easy solution when you…

5 Ways I Want to Help Families Plan Healthy Meals on a Budget

5 Ways I Want to Help Families Plan Healthy Meals on a Budget

Do you want your family to eat healthy and to spend less money on food? I’m a Registered Dietitian, so healthy eating is important to me. But so is staying within my food budget (that frees up money to spend on other things!). Healthy meal planning on a budget is possible, but it takes a…

Creative Meal Planning Was Designed for Busy Families On a Budget

Creative Meal Planning Was Designed for Busy Families On a Budget

Welcome to Creative Meal Planning! You’re in the right place if you want to get control of your food budget and provide healthy meals for your family. I see overwhelmed families resigned to food shopping and family meals without a plan, but it doesn’t have to be that way. They struggle with getting organized and…