Binding: Paperback EAN: 9780974622996 ISBN: 0974622990 Label: North Shore Records, Inc. Manufacturer: North Shore Records, Inc. Number Of Pages: 182 Publication Date: May 12, 2008 Publisher: North Shore Records, Inc. Studio: North Shore Records, Inc. Sales Rank: 52111
Product Description: 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.
Customer Reviews
Average Rating:
Rating: - Great Prices!
This is incredible! I hardly ever cook on my own and consequently I am not aware of the normal cost of preparing one's own meal. But after reading this book I started shop for my own groceries and cooking ... Read More
Rating: - Incredible book for a Bachelor Guy
I'm a bachelor and this book meets my dietary consumption. I eat a lot of food because I am training for a marathon and for competition. This book has great recipes for a single guy like me. The leftovers are ... Read More
Rating: - Tips and Strategies to save BIG $$$$$$
I followed the authors Tips and Strategies
And save 20% on my groceries bills and made
Healthy meals while losing 10 pounds in two
months
Rating: - This is a great resource with delicous and healthy recipes listed inside
I think this book is great. It has wonderful recipes that are healthy and in the correct portion sizes. The Asian cuisines are absolutely wonderful and are some of the few recipes that have the rice listed as ... Read More
Rating: - Handy Tips For The Budget Conscious
In these times of skyrocketing prices of virtually everything across the board, tips on saving costs are essential for many people's survival, particularly families.
