I add wheat berries (homemade) to my spaghetti sauce and then cut the meat in 1/2 and no one notices. 23. This year we bought 1/2 a cow which ended up being about $4 a pound but that includes so much that would cost more than that at the store. Linda. Continue whisking and add 1/2 gallon of milk. Still pricey but so much better. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Times were tough in the 1930s and people had to be creative with the few ingredients they could find and afford. Chicken leg quarters are a good way to have meat at a reasonable price. Sunday's special cookies and a cup of coffee for the adults were among the most popular weekend breakfasts. We had 3 very large gardens last year so I canned & froze everything I could. Mix until smooth. Use the legs to fry, etc and thighs have a lot of meat to use in noodles, yellow rice, dumplings, shred for BBQ sandwiches. It helps me to repurpose my leftovers into other meals. Robyn: Red beans and rice. 6. We call it Eraser Gravy. 38. I know, and prices just keep going up. Thanks for being prepared for the unexpected. But, I know that I was taught a lot of frugal things and how to work HARD, and be an ANT, not a GRASSHOPPER! And as mentioned by many, learning to use everything up along with proper storage and preserving methods helps. Put them on a baking sheet and add unpeeled garlic cloves. Ive got a family of 5 ranging from a 17 down to 6 and two working adults. There is only 2 of us but we do buy flour bulk due to baking. Did this ever bring back memories! First of all, I am going to share some meals my husband and I grew up on and some we still eat today. We also had a milk cow for milk, buttermilk, and fresh butter that we churned for hours, but was the best tasting butter I have ever eaten. Again, I make my WalMart run and freeze the milk. Try this soup on a rainy day for some comfort food. Talk about a stretch! We stretch stretch stretch!! lemon juice 5 Tbsps. 80. I work for a big feed and grain company and get screening free so I raise a couple or 3 hogs a year for nothing. Im so happy youve found us. Talk about a stretch! Tomato sandwiches (I never knew this was a depression meal), Biscuits and gravy (sometimes we had sausage in it), Pancakes rolled with butter and sugar inside, Norwegian lefse-my recipe is at the bottom. During this time, staples like meat, eggs, and milk were hard to acquire, and people often had to make a little go a long way. Beet greens. Linda, a follow-up about Walmarts price matching: Their price matching policy is online and they are very specific about some things. Carbs in moderation are doable and soaking potatoes in a bowl of water (In the fridge for long periods) helps eliminate much of the starch. I know this sounds crazy, but we all need to rethink what we think a meal is. 40. 34 Recipes That Got Us Through the Great Depression. So many ways to make ends meet without being deprived of a good filling meal. shape, BOIL. Rice and potatoes were cheap ways to fill up hungry . A package of noodles that would probably equal about 15 to 20 ramen packages is $1.99 at a nearby store. Down in Louisiana, there is a Creole version of the dish. I got 10 apples in one bag the other day and only had to cut off a tiny bit of bruising. I was just talking to my cousin about this today. This recipe jazzes them up a little bit. For us, that means buying beef by the 1/4 or 1/2, ordering from Zaycon Foods, using Bountiful Baskets-Co-op,grinding our own grains, and making yogurt when I remember to, and then remembering to freeze or eat leftovers so we arent throwing food away. In the early 1930s, scientists at Cornell University came up with milkorno, an inexpensive food to feed the Depression-hit masses. Ask. Honestly, I like it best without chorizo. This is the classic whatever-is-in-the-fridge-and-pantry stew. If they expire that day or are pre-frozen I cook them and then freeze. When I shop, I look for bargains. I dont need recipes. The flavors of this cake are buttery and sweet with vanilla flavor. Also eat a lot of beans, rice, eggs, and pasta. I can also mash pinto beans for refried beans with Mexican food. Bean soups were a staple of Depression Era recipes, as beans are a cheaper protein than meat, and you can toss whatever leftovers you have on hand into the pot. Potatoes were a staple ingredient during the Depression because they were cheap, and you could grow them yourself. I also use the big oven app, it has a search function that allows you to put in an ingredient then it will pull recipes with that item. When you cook meats you often find fat at the bottom of the ban. Good Old-Fashioned Potato Pancakes from Blessed Beyond Crazy. It stays good for months. Popular dishes included chili, macaroni & cheese, soups, and creamed chicken on biscuits. Meatballs (ground meat, bread crumbs, egg, ground up veggies, leftover cheerios or other low sugar cereal I use 1 part meat, 1 part bread type stuff, 1 part vegetables. It does cost some, but the last one we still got almost 500 pounds of meat and soup bones for about a dollar less a pound than ground beef. Hope this helps! This meal costs less than $3 for four servings. Eat a lot of casseroles because it doesnt require as much meat. Save this grease for cooking later. Porridge for breakfast oats go a long way! (Some of my family & friends Swear by one or the other). 8. This included all my paper goods, so it doesnt represent food only. The savings are HUGE! Top ramen omelet. We buy meat in bulk, so most of my purchases are for perishables only. Because I needed to! A recipe for Baking Powder Biscuits, as noted in Rita Van Amber's Stories and Recipes of the Great Depression of the 1930s, Vol. Thank you sooo much for sharing! My grandmother made Top Ramen once a week for dinner with sliced boiled eggs. Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups sifted cake flour 1 1/4 tsps. The best ones went for dehydrating and the rest for apple sauce. We also CAN our own garden that we grow! I make chicken soup, tacos, and rice with it. 2. Add a ton of salt . 41. I also do a lot of my shopping at Aldi or the Amish bents and broken store. My Facebook question: Please share any ideas about what you are eating or serving your family to save money. Hope this helps! From deer to rabbits and all manner of fish and fowl. shape, BOIL. Cornbread/Johnny Cakes. If I make a huge pot of stock I freeze it in ice cube trays then pack them in plastic bags. You almost need to take out a loan to buy meat for a family of 5 anymore. I would rather eat at home and not drive in and sit at a table and wait for a meal. We also shop Aldis, just be careful and know your prices at other stores. Acquiring these are still super frugal! 7. I roasted a turkey breast. 29. Love butter bean soup.https://www.homeecathome.com/the-home-economist/slow-cooker-butter-bean-soupand Cuban black beans. 9. Meatballs (ground meat, bread crumbs, egg, ground up veggies, leftover cheerios or other low sugar cereal I use 1 part meat, 1 part bread type stuff, 1 part vegetables. We are our own meat processors. Ham Hocks & Beans - Not just a great Southern recipe but one that you can make on the cheap. Required fields are marked *. I also use the big oven app, it has a search function that allows you to put in an ingredient then it will pull recipes with that item. PS. Fish patties (salmon or tuna, bread crumbs, lemon juice, mustard, onion, egg. Potatoes baked in microwave. During the Depression, cheap, nutritious and filling food was prioritized often at the expense of taste. He was mostly paid for food, eggs, a turkey, whatever they had to give him. 49. We raised hogs for meat. You can make a white sauce with water (to save on milk), once you have a white sauce you can add any seasonings to add flavor and then add something lik. When money is short I make cornmeal with sugar and pour cold milk over it. My wife and I continue to enjoy this dish today . I think that I spend too much in search of ingredients. 1 1/2 cups flour. 15. Its really good, especially with a little shredded cheese thrown in! Roll out and cut into similarly-sized shapes. Soups, stews, and chili are cheap, healthy and belly-filling. For that reason, little was ever thrown out. Bake at 350 degrees until golden brown, 12-15 minutes. So if you live in an area that that is possible & have a few like-minded families, sit down & work out the details. Brown hamburger, onion, and oats together, then drain, add tomatoes with the juice, BBQ sauce, tomato paste, rice, enough water for the rice to cook and cook until the rice is done. To that, add about 8 ounces of dried beef (i.e. Then I dont go back to the store and get caught in oh this is a good deal. {Linda} I really want to thank every one of you for helping me with food saving tips available for the world to see how to save money on groceries! I buy most meats marked down. Granddaughter learned to make them herself before she was 2. Lets share ideas with each other. I will be 70 soon and I still make bread, life is so good when you cook from scratch! I think I could get 5 meals at least for our family of four (although eating is more like 2 1/2 people). Its still good either way. So I would include lots of fresh veggies and salads. One way to save money on utilities is to get a chest freezer and not a stand-up. My family hasnt noticed. Potatoes, tomatoes, garlic, onion, and cumin to flavorthem. My mom told me her mother-in-law showed her how to make this dish, which became popular during the Depression, on their "get acquainted" visit in 1927. You can add a glaze on top, but this cake is divine on its own. I think anytime you go meatless you are going to save money and benefit your health! I make sure no one goes to bed hungry! Im diabetic, so I cant fill up my meals with lots of rice or pasta. The turkey was on sale and they are cheap, to begin with, this time of year. THREE meals out of ONE chicken! Prices are half and more off. Also cook oatmeal, cream of wheat and if I get chicken I shred it to make it last. Linda. I work in Wyoming once in a while where there arent many and I can find them for $3 /lb. Mixing them then cooking means it all tastes like hamburger. Or frozen tubes of ground turkey/beef. Hot or cold baked beans on bread or toast. 19. 2 cups of boiling milk. Some are wild others we raise ourselves or purchase from local farms or auctions. Next serve a small portion of meat, not the large ones we have grown accustomed to. I fry ground beef, use the grease to make a gravy and serve on toast. Can top with cheese. Shape and fry up). Pinterest is AWESOME for helping with recipes! Another Depression-era meal was "creamed chip beef," according to . Start by melting 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat in a pot and adding 2 tablespoons of flour for a roux. Such a reminder of my childhood, and my present conditions as well. Three Ingredient Depression Bread. Now, cover everything with a layer of sliced potatoes. 1 can of soup with leftovers served 4-5. That and shredded chicken meant lots of casseroles. We lived off of home grown fruits and vegs with some meats from farming family. goes much faster if you have someone there to keep you company. Several on here we still like today. Hot dogs and baked beans - staple at scout camp. We use turkey burger from Aldis instead of hamburger not much of a taste difference in our minds. One practice that is unique to us but is not out of reach of anyone. My mom had to be inventive to feed all five of us. 64. This meal was a popular menu item at soup kitchens in the US and was named after President Hoover, the 31st American President who sat in office during the early years of the Depression. Fried rice (leftover rice cooked in bacon drippings with whatever veggies need using up). Ramen noodle packages are not considered food in my house. Weeding and bug picking were my first jobs. To stop eating out, we take cheese and crackers or sandwich makings. It is appreciated. I buy the dry beans and cook 2 lbs at a time in the slow cooker. I buy large cuts of pork from Cash N Carry for less than $1.50 a pound, take it home and grind it myself. Shell tell the Walmart checker, thats priced $1.99 for a gallon of milk, etc. I make noodles as a side dish often. White Bean and Ham Soup - Beans are super cheap so it makes sense that they were a staple during the Great Depression. Aldi is great for low prices on produce. I should also mention that the soup does not have to be piled with veggies etc. Oh yum, I must make this sandwich now. It is a complete meal and easy cleanup. Learning to do your own butchering/processing will save you a lot of money. They do meatless recipes. Hi JMarsh, you had a rough life growing up as I did. We use turkey burger from Aldis instead of hamburger not much of a taste difference in our minds. Ok. THEN, leftover chicken gets turned into a chicken and rice soup! We always served this with warm corn bread. shape, BOIL. I take advantage of the Meijerbuy 10 get the 11th one free offers PASTA!!! It never gets old, does it? Bag of beans, rice, onions, tomatoes, sausage. Also, if I dont see any marked down meat, I go to the meat counter and ask if they have any marked-down meat or yesterdays grind hamburger. However, they had still had access to meats most of us would now consider offal. You throw away a lot of food in peels! These soups and stews are perfect for when you're craving a comforting bowl of deliciousness. An amazing meal for about $5 with plenty of leftovers for the next day. You'll even find bread, cakes, pies, and custards that are delightful additions to frugal cooking. Great ideas! What a great list! It stretches the meat, plus oatmeal is good for you! Now, this is a roast chicken you make from scratch, not the store-bought pre-cooked ones (which tend to be small). Fried egg sandwich. They are todays meals. Have you ever seen that fog that rolls down and out when you open the door? Still pricey but so much better. 1. That saves a lot, and it never hurts to ask! I love eating at home. You always have to be on your toes, checking prices, making good choices. If you chose to use beans in this recipe, then you can add a can of beans on top of the carrots. We dont eat a lot of meat we eat 3 eggs a day, we have our own chickens. Then I have a nice hedge on inflation, plus I dont have to purchase that product again until it goes on sale. Great Depression Meals #1. 1 cup water. Its interesting because once we get older we are not making as much money so we do indeed need to know how to cook on a strict budget. II, (1986-93, p. 29), includes two cups of flour, one tablespoon of baking powder, 1/2 . Tastes like a burger patty somewhat). You can control the salt and other ingredients when you make your own. I still make a lot of beans because they are high in fiber and protein and depending on how you make them, low in fat. Another favorite is a piece of toast, fried egg on top and hot milk poured on top. Im grateful that we have an Aldi USAin our area. One . I was just reading one for oatmeal patties. We have a 50 by 50-foot garden and plant what we can and then can it, the beginning costs may be high but you reuse most of it for years. eccentricculinary.substack.com. Little greens, a slice of cucumber, few chopped onions, a small grape tomato, and a few carrot curls. The water you boiled it in is now a quick broth use for soup). Garbage Plate. My dad was born in 1918 and my mom in 1927, when I was a kid they ate tomato sandwiches, homemade bread, bread torn and put in a glass then added milk. It saves a lot of money when Im not buying prepackaged food. 53. Kool-Aid was cheap, simple to make, and easy to store. It made sandwiches for my husbands lunch all week, then I made broth and turned that into noodle soup. I also freeze discounted sour cream or milk, works great especially for baking. Various kinds of nuts and berries were often foraged for the help feed the family. I think that I spend too much in search of ingredients. We have a garden and I now dry and powder a lot of greens to add to smoothies made with my frozen discounted yogurt. 1 / 34. flipped into Bottles of Happiness. 16. Our goal at Food Storage Moms is to help one family at a time.. 66. Grandma created a great meal with these beet tops. I also make sure to add beans to taco meat to stretch it. Well see how this all works out. Then I freeze several containers for later meals. Then we would pour Karo syrup over them in order to have something sweet. Add in mash potatoes. This means that I have gluten-free flours and supplies on hand to make bread, pancakes and other cheap basics to eat. We make it once a month in a huge stock pot. I was raised very poor with parents born in the 1920s. My mom loved sliced tomatoes with salt and pepper as a meal. (Privacy Policy) *. We used to beg my mom to make rice with milk, cinnamon & sugar. Canned meat wasn't available for many people living in rural areas. Im the owner and editor of Food Storage Moms. Serve hot over bread, biscuits, or toast. When the bag is full, veggies soup! Twitter. And today was spent gathering groceries and supplies for my waterline expansion. 35. Im posting this article about Great Depression Meals again today that I wrote many years ago. Here is a recipe from Cheap Cooking. We have one thing grandma never had thought, a slow cooker. Good memories. This is a tip I got from someone else-at Halloween. You can add meat, or not. Im really hoping to teach the world to stop going to drive-throughs and fast food places and cook from scratch. Then serve a small salad about a cups worth. We always had our own large garden plus another garden down the block. 10. I buy 1/2 cow and a 1/2 pig from a local farmer the freezer was worth the investment yes its expensive up front but does the math its cheaper the long run and its local fresh and so much cheaper than the store in the long run. Potatoes are cheap and easy to store, so it's no surprise they showed up on menu home meal plans during the Depression. Potatoes. We raised 2 huge gardens every year. Heres the deal, most of us are struggling to feed our families. 15 cents a night, it was possible to live on less than 50 cents a day during the height of the Great Depression. it tastes awesome with some spices (especially turmeric) and a little salt (sea salt, pink salt) and maybe a few veggies and chicken meat scraps, noodles or rice. Just ideas like I feed my family rice and beans to save money. We have started trying to go meatless a few days a week. I would advise anyone to buy an upright freezer and shop in bulk or even better contact a local farmer. 22. Fish patties (salmon or tuna, bread crumbs, lemon juice, mustard, onion, egg. Recipes varied, but usually involved hot dogs, canned vegetables, and pasta or macaroni. Once its smooth and thoroughly mixed, add the milk and keep on whisking, until smooth. 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