$10 budget for 1 week of groceries|extreme budgeting challenge|Eat for $10 a week!!

[@stephaniecoffman5099]

I’ve been eating like this for a couple months now as I’m trying to pay off my credit cards! I’ve lost a few pounds also eating like this

[@littleoldlady4154]

I would get fewer ramen. Toast with jelly from my packet drawer. Egg on toast sandwich. Chicken sandwich with barbeque sauce from my packet drawer. I would boil a few of the legs and use the broth to create a variety of soups. Egg drop soup, chicken vegetable soup or a chicken rice soup.

[@frugalmum7943]

Cook rice in coconut cream, add flavour jelly or syrup of choice, filling desert.

[@timmiller2985]

The wonderful packet drawer. My local Thai restaurant gives out packets of Sriracha with takeout!

[@Evie170]

"Avocado, which was 48 cents." Watching from Australia, where an avocado is between $4 and $6. 👁👄👁

[@Michelle-pn9xt]

Well, buy something cheaper. Buy bananas, apples or something else.

[@yaiscontent]

Same it's like $4 here in where i am in Texas rn

[@NicholsKT]

@@yaiscontent In my part of Texas, a large avocado is $2, small ones are usually $1. If you can catch a sale, that's your best bet. I got a bag of 7 small avocadoes for $0.99 last week at a Randalls. Heck of a deal.

[@viviannichols3582]

Here in Massachusetts, I consider $1 a decent price for an avocado. Interesting how it varies so much.

[@QuiltingCrow]

In Germany, they usually range between 2 and 4 €.

[@AmyWaytoSave]

These meals all look delicious and I love your breakfast presentation! You did a great job with creating healthy meals. I’m so impressed. 👏 Thank you for linking the video that I made. 😊

[@SavingwithAlexis]

Yay I’m glad you approve!

[@wendyrosemond7356]

This is the best weekly $10 challenge that I've seen yet! 💘

[@reneematlock9657]

Some more ideas for what you purchased: A take on Rice-a-roni (I'll leave the recipe), debone some of the legs and use the bones and skin for a pot of broth to make chicken rice soup or chicken noodle soup using the ramen, You could turn some of that broth into a "cream of chicken soup" (my packet bin has half and half and sour cream in it) for a chicken rice or noodle casserole with some of the vegetables, chicken salad or egg salad on sandwiches (mayo from the packet bin) for lunch, Leftovers for lunch if you are making a variety of things during the week for dinner. The rice-a--roni take off: A hand full of assorted vegetables (your mixed veg and scallions are perfect for this) browned in a little oil in a frying pan along with a hand full of rice. WHen the rice is toasty add some chicken (or beef or vegetable) broth (even the packet from the ramen would be good if you had nothing else) and simmer about 20 minutes. Break up some of the ramen into 3/4 inch pieces and add along with some shredded chicken - heat until the pasta is done, check seasonings and eat.

[@miamercedes7766]

Tip: blend an avocado with half a can of white beans to stretch it and add protein

[@donnaterry9073]

You should use the Taco Bell sauce do a Mexican rice with chicken sauce and onions yum and even make a little chicken broth with the skin and bones can also do a chicken rice soup Also people a low oil as a free item , You could make mayo with a egg and oil to use on sandwiches. These videos are so much fun Thank You for sharing

[@SavingwithSaraEllis]

Green onions make everything better! Great video!

[@SavingwithAlexis]

Hahah yes they really do 😅

[@frugalmum7943]

Did you know you can regrow them? Keep bottom in the fresh water, like flowers in a vase... The tops will regrow :)

[@SavingwithSaraEllis]

@@frugalmum7943 yes I've done it before! 👍

[@teresitap5778]

I love the packet drawer!😂 it saves me when I run out of something.

[@SavingwithAlexis]

There’s been time I’ve ran out of ketchup and that drawer came in handy 😅

[@jillygirl2024]

" Struggle Meals " is another channel which has a packet drawer and great recipes. Thank you for doing this video - I am always encouraged when I watch food & budget videos

[@cherishbayes8623]

A packet drawer is awesome. The channel struggle meals got me introduced to the packet drawer but i love to see others doing it too.

[@cherishbayes8623]

Its crazy the price difference on eggs from area to area. A dozen here in mid ohio is .49 cents.

[@SavingwithAlexis]

@@cherishbayes8623 that’s super cheap! I’m from CA and I’ve seen other videos from different states and it really is crazy the difference in pricing. Thanks for watching!

[@michellearchuleta92]

Make chicken fried rice next time by adding an egg, chicken, and soy sauce in a sauce pan with that rice and veggies 🤗

[@weareyoungfamily5746]

Great idea

[@ashleyy8527]

I’m gonna do this ! 😁

[@lemonheart.3087]

Finally a budget meal video that's not beans, beans and more beans! Thank you!

[@wildshadowstar]

Great ideas. If you’ve got a Kroger in your area, check their deal, because like this week, they’ve got 18 count eggs for only 99 cents. Also, always check out what your grocery store has on clearance, especially canned goods, as you might be able to stock up for a rainy day, so to speak.

[@GuapoKareem]

Woohoo baby! I just turned your 999 likes into 1k 🥳 thanks for the $10 meal plan!

[@Tinkerbell9087]

Thank you for pricing out both Winco and Walmart because those are two stores that are available in my state. We don’t have an Aldi here and that’s where I see a lot of these videos on. I don’t have that store so this video really helps me. Thank you so much (:

[@rebeccacollins8944]

Just make sure the seed is left in the avocado and it will make it last longer

[@SavingwithAlexis]

Yes thank you! I’ll need that Avacado to last at least 6 days 😅

[@alwayslearning9272]

@@SavingwithAlexis Also if you put a bit of lemon juice on it that should help to stop it going brown, even lime juice works as well, anything acidic basically, then just wrap it in some cling wrap and keep it in the fridge.

[@goodsamwise]

So the avocado pit just prevents the surface of the avocado from getting exposed to air but the parts it doesn’t touch will still brown. So use cling wrap instead , pressed against the exposed parts.

[@andreastevens7241]

Great ideas. I was thinking as I watched this that the avocado is small so I would mash it up and just thinly spread it on the toast to stretch it further. Love your videos

[@frugalmum7943]

Cook rice in homemade chicken stock (use left over chicken bones and veg to make it) - adds flavour.

[@QuiltingCrow]

Does anyone read what it says on the drumsticks? It says that they don't feed the chicken antibiotics that let them grow faster, but it doesn't say that they don't feed them any antibiotics. Then it says "no added hormones or steroids", which just means that they didn't put that stuff in AFTER the animals were already slaughtered. It doesn't mean they don't "enrich" the chicken food with hormones. Make sure to read what it says on the packages.

[@jenniferb.6065]

Not sure where you are, but the lb of rice is cheaper at Winco in the bulk section for me coming in at like $.50/lb.

[@proudmammaof6148]

You could use pepper flakes in place of the sriracha if you have any left in the packets you have in your drawer. It will give it a kick. I save mine from when I order pizza. I always ask for the packets if they have them. Great video. Thanks for sharing it. The broth that is made from the chicken bones is really good and adds some flavor to meals when you are on a budget.

[@WilletteB]

I like the toast, onion, and egg idea. First time viewer and new subscriber. Thanks for sharing. 🙂

[@kathleennece715]

Great ideas. Well done.

[@lifeofbennny]

What area do you live in? I forgot how affordable food can be outside nyc lolol

[@frugalmum7943]

This is what people don't understand about 'Western poverty' - cheap food frequently lacks nutrition. If you want to eat cheap and healthy think differently. For example a carrot top kept in a dish of water will sprout, the carrot greens are great in salads, they have a mild carrot flavour. Beetroots can also be used similarly. Windowsill salad, from offcuts.

[@marshamagic8551]

What about eggs and toast?

[@melissaknott57]

Thank you for the video. Do you have the total calorie count for all of the food prepared for this one week challenge? A meal's nutritional content is the key target, not easy to reach, but a target none the less.

[@carriefilion794]

Hi. Great ideas!! I think the only thing I would do differently is put back a couple of the ramen packs since it’s 2servings per pack and get a few bananas. I have to have fruit in my life. Lol.

[@SavingwithAlexis]

Yes that actually would of been a great idea!

[@tristaleigh367]

Simple sounding meals, but you elevated them with appealing visual presentation. Food you'd want to eat!

[@SavingwithAlexis]

Yes, it really does make a difference when your food looks appetizing even when it’s a simple easy meal ☺️ Thank you for watching!

[@gloriapeel1749]

Great ideas!

[@elleamo92]

I miss the 2020 prices :(

[@Klaudiaaa7]

Great job Alexis!👏 I would eat all of these dishes and I think this video will help many people. Tasty meals and meat every day👌

[@edwinkirkland8856]

Thank you and God bless you sis

[@MadisonFalcoFoods]

Great video girl!

[@teresacalderon502]

So I have a serious question: I can't eat eggs but girls can. How do you boil an egg? How do you poach it?

[@tamrakds]

Put eggs in a pan with cold water. Bring to a boil. Boil eggs 13 minutes, drain, and put eggs in cold water to stop cooking. When cool, peel your hard boiled eggs. Poached eggs have several ways to do it. Check out KZbin videos.

[@gaydungan9688]

I think most people have condiments because they have nothing else so I would use what ever I have. Just make a over easy egg on the toast with hot sauce.

[@abrokenandacontriteheart1308]

It's silly not to use any condiments you already have we all have stuff that we dont have to rebuy left over. If you add a sugar packet to soy sauce it becomes teriyaki sauce pepper flakes too would be good. You did really good!

[@chriss7552]

Awsome idea. Thank you. I love the avocado egg toast breakfast.

[@SavingwithAlexis]

Thank you! I’m glad you liked it ☺️ it’s a very trendy breakfast lol

[@ireneroy8820]

You can grow your own green onions, just put the white part with the roots and put them in water or dirt. I make my own broth too

[@bonecrusher9745]

You are so amazing. What stores do you usually do your grocery shopping at? Do you ever stock up on anything like soda or water? Can you possibly do some in store grocery shopping videos? I think it would be awesome if you could show your full shopping trip

[@SavingwithAlexis]

Thank you 😊 I do stock up on water and soda. For water though I think the best deal is at Costco without having to search for a good deal. My next video I plan on doing an in store shopping experience.

[@peachlily22]

You should try garlic Powder and Cajun seasoning on the chicken and it makes a HUGE difference! :)

[@Michelle-pn9xt]

How is that one avocado? You used avocado for toast twice, and you had half left over after that. I did not see enough meals for 7 days.

[@beasagun3450]

I would also do chicken soup with the bones, throw in some carrots, peas and green onions. A rice porridge with chicken and egg called Arrozcaldo would be good. Just use the soy sauce, salt and a little bit of the ramen seasoning.

[@angelawhite2307]

You did a really good job!

[@couponingwithprincesseby5508]

This is a great idea, I'm gonna have to start shopping for my parents so I'll definitely need ideas 🤗

[@SavingwithAlexis]

Yes girl it’s hard but do able and with a few extra bucks it can really make a difference

[@savingwithdanyele9531]

You did great!!🥰

[@SavingwithAlexis]

Awe thanks! It was a tough challenge lol

[@sallymangrum4942]

Make a boiled egg sandwich they are delicious ! Slice egg up on bread with mayo ,,yummmmm !!

[@bb2010TN]

nice video, I like your take on the challenge!

[@soniafeliciano1755]

Thank you so much please make more of these videos I can't wait to see more I've shared your vid

[@yelena_yelena]

Wow! Still healthy, but inexpensive. Thank u for this mind shift ! 😊

[@SavingwithAlexis]

I’m so glad you liked the meals ☺️

[@lyokorebirth]

I'm still watching the videos, but girl can I say your brows are goals? Like my caterpillars just keep growing back.😭

[@SavingwithAlexis]

You’re so sweet 😩❤️

[@thegodsentministry3328]

Thanks for sharing! ❤️🙂👍🏽

[@evon1987]

I did ramen and nacho cheese and salsa before tastes pretty good

[@d1n1na7]

That’s jail food from where I’m from. I honestly didn’t know other people eat that. It’s pretty good though! 👍🏼

[@Evie329]

Im here from Amy Way to Save. You did a great job woth this challenge! Love that you used fast food packets. Fried rice could also be made out of your ingredients! ✌

[@SavingwithAlexis]

Yes you’re right! I was thinking that later in the week after 3 days I was like how do I switch this up? 🤨😅

[@beccasteele6874]

Great!!!

[@liztorres7291]

You can't price match at Walmart?

[@sallygordin2869]

Very good. Do more like this please.

[@SavingwithAlexis]

Glad you liked it! Definitely planning on doing another 😊

[@chickenmarsala2367]

This is a great video! Thanks!!!! ❤️

[@LostInWonderland05]

I like to make a peanut sauce and tossing it in the ramen noodles and my kids love it

[@frugalmum7943]

Cook rice in chicken flavour from ramen noodles. Great flavour boost for fried rice.

[@ireneroy8820]

How about making a video of all this for $15 please for a week Thanks

[@FatKiddJuan]

Love this! Thanks for the upload !!

[@lisamonique16]

Thank you you gave me great ideas !

[@weareyoungfamily5746]

Really great idea!

[@Wolf.Christopherchan]

Ima try this challenge with my 2nd cousin this next weekend But with 20$ Lets see how that goes'😂😂😢🤣🤣

[@Stephanie-c]

Great ideas

[@gothicgirl94xo]

Awesome I just subbed

[@danijohnson1038]

You could also have done, chicken rice soup.

[@eileenlocke7877]

Hi I’m in th uk thank u for yr channel hood ideas

[@onepennyatatime4316]

My favorite video by far!!!

[@SavingwithAlexis]

Yay!! I’m glad you liked it 🥰

[@weareyoungfamily5746]

New here,here for this!

[@joshroth829]

try again now,the prices went crazy

[@r.k.youtube4888]

At walmart i bought 12 pack ramen for $1.94 :)

[@SavingwithAlexis]

Yes I normally buy that lol and it’s crazy because when you do a challenge like this it makes you realize the benefit of buying bulk and how much more you can get with a few extra bucks lol thank you for watching 💕

[@r.k.youtube4888]

@@SavingwithAlexis i agree! i need to try out this challenge lol but your very welcome! keep up the great deals!

[@MikeN1375]

Great job with balancing the nutritional aspect.

[@vildanyildiz6325]

Must be old video December 2020 these are not realistic prices especially in Canada .but thanks fro the video ...

[@judyjohnson9610]

It's not an old video. She is in the US and spending US dollars. Which are worth more than our Canadian dollars. It seems like eggs are really cheap this time of year. Our eggs are about the same price all year round.

[@Michelle-pn9xt]

Just buy something else. Do you know how to go to the store and find foods that are inexpensive? Look at the prices and buy things that are cheap. They are cheap foods at every store! This is 2021. I went to the store a few days ago. I found things that were cheap.

[@judyjohnson9610]

@@Michelle-pn9xt What many people seem to lack is a plan. I often go to the more expensive store in town as it is the closest. Watch the sale prices and be flexible. I scored big on some meat markdowns a couple of weeks ago. Before "our current health situation" I went at least a couple of times a week and always found something to add to my food storage on the cheap. But I must admit that I am very fortunate to have a flexible budget. I eat pretty cheap but have money to spend on extras. I know that others are not so flexible for budget and I really appreciate these videos

[@daniellebarker7667]

Try this now, in 2022, prices have gone Stupid.

[@couponingwithisa]

GOOD JOB ! I DID A WHOLE BUNCH OF VIDEOS LABEL PANTRY CHALLENGE CHECKED THEM OUT 🌸

[@SavingwithAlexis]

Yes girl I would love to check them out 💕

[@reboundzap8385]

Wassup wit dis chicken