Food is the second highest expenditure in most peoples lives, yet they don't pay attention to it. Pay yourself by using the information inside of 5 Meals for $5. This cook book is not only filled with delicious and plentiful recipes, it is filled with the information on how you can get the same prices and lower than the recipes listed!
You don't need to change what you eat, just the way you shop! And you don't need to rely on Spam or unhealthy meals to live in today's debt ridden economy. It's not all about coupons and Jaci will show you how! If you think you might starve because of portion size, think again! If you're single, freeze the leftovers and save or cut down the recipes and eat a fresh meal every day and use the Buddy Shopping System. 5 Meals for $5 also has a weights and measures chart, free date night ideas, measure conversion tables, Jaci Rae's "The Plan" on how to get out of debt and much more!
The delicious recipes inside many times include the cost of a salad, fruit and/or beverage. One recipe example:
Chuck Roast
Cost per person $0.97
Total cost five people $4.87
2 lbs chuck roast ($1.92) (my store just had a sale June 12, 2008 for $0.69 a lbs. A los less than listed here!)
1 lb. potatoes, diced ($0.40)
4 carrots, chopped ($0.10)
1 onion, chopped ($0.30)
1 beef bouillon ($0.16)
1 garlic clove, minced ($0.01)
Salt and pepper to taste ($0.02)
Iceberg Lettuce and Cucumber Salad ($1.45) (recipe listed in book)
Basic Vinegar and Oil Salad Dressing ($0.42) (recipe listed in book)
1 lemon, sliced in 5 wedges ($0.09)
Saute chuck roast in a dash of oil until both sides all dark brown (about 2 minutes on each side on high). Combine all other ingredients into a large stew pot or crock-pot. Once meat is browned, put into pot with other veggies and spices and cook on low for 2-3 hours or until Meat is tender and fully cooked. Make salad and serve with chilled water and lemon wedge.
Recipes range from Mexican, Italian, Chinese, Thai, American, Classics, desserts and more! Time saving and delicious recipes have also helped Jaci Rae lose 48 lbs and save money!
Chicken Lo Mein
Cost per person for one serving $0.98
Total cost for five people averages $4.88
Thai Chicken
Cost per person for one serving $0.97
Total cost for five people averages $4.85
Sweet Potato Souffle
Cost of meal per person $0.96
Total cost for five people averages $4.79
Citrus Chicken
Cost of meal per person $0.98
Total cost for five people averages $4.91
Pasta Fagoli
Cost of meal per person $0.99
Total cost for five people averages $4.97
".... She gives great tips to stretch a dollar-and again, not just on food. Her recipes are kid and picky-eater friendly-which is another way to stretch a budget...." Carine Nadel is on The Reader's Advisory Panel of Woman's Day Magazine
"...This one is huge on my list of must have books..." Lisa Knight The Frugal Momma
"5 Meals for $5, is loaded with recipes like B-B-Q Ham Sandwiches w/Homemade B-B-Q Sauce and Mexican Beef Enchilada Lasagna, that cost, on average, under $1.60 per serving. With many costing under $1. Including a salad." Eric - The Bachelor Guy
About the Author
Jaci Rae Is The Queen of More Green and the Fab and Frugal Diva (be sure to check out her popular blog for more money saving advice). Known for her frugal, money saving ideas and tasty food. Jaci is currently pursing her path towards a Masters / PhD and is a #1 best-selling author. |
