Meal Prep For Cheap | Struggle Meals

The answer to all of your meal prep struggles has arrived, for under $2 a plate! Which one looks the best to you?
For more amazing shows & recipes download the Tastemade App: link.tastemade.com/HE7m/1cY7Xu...
___
Subscribe to Tastemade: taste.md/1QsXIWq
FIND us on Snapchat Discover: taste.md/1P9UuDM
LIKE us on Facebook: taste.md/1Zf0Bve
FOLLOW us on Instagram: taste.md/1OaAv4P
More daily programming www.tastemade.com
Watch us behind the scenes at Snapchat: @tastemade

[@user-xd6nc6rg7b]

Struggle Meals needs its own channel!

[@PrettyFlacko_]

Grace Was Here I am here for this

[@Dharlanna]

YES! I looked forever to find him alone and see that this is the only place he uploads new vids?

[@MrTrombonebandgeek]

There is a similar channel called budget bytes for this concept

[@AprilPvd]

I concur!

[@zwordsman]

Newbie to this.. does this person host other stuff? or just these? cause ...I'm facinated by the host yup

[@emjohnson76]

I did this meal plan a few days ago and spent $27.00 at Trader Joe’s. The soup was amazing and this fed me for the entire work week.

[@Prettydred80]

Evelyn Johnson WOW!!!

[@johndoe-wv3nu]

@Patriot Jefferson that's really easy to make. There's recipes all over the net. Use home made chicken broth if possible, makes a big difference.

[@brandonjohnson7613]

@Patriot Jefferson its pretty similar just a few ingredients off

[@Catsface99]

@Patriot Jefferson I can't eat the same thing every day for a week.....

[@HTNPSullivan]

@@Catsface99 If you make all three recipes, you can rotate. Or make a big batch of the recipes you like, freeze some and then you can pull out the soup, for example, after having spaghetti one day, a frittata another day, and so.

[@sarahkmorin-garcia3488]

It's a standing joke in my family that, if you can't figure out what you're going to eat, "well, we've got eggs!"😂 🥚🍳

[@khailynneelizabeth1683]

Mine is cereal 😂

[@omarbabakarkhail]

I think I have about 6-10 eggs on the days I am studying for an exam. Make the yolk runny and you have a "sauce" too with no added calories. Eggs are great for nutrition, taste, variation (scrambled, sunny side, omelette etc) and price

[@fantasy2reality717]

When we dont know what to eat and someone asks, we just call it a "fend for yourself" night and I usually just boil spaghetti and add a random sauce

[@ikramkinderliedje8550]

I tried some meal prep and ended up eating everything at the same day I've prepped. Don't judge me please😞

[@victoriakim7686]

Hahahaaaaaaa

[@tarimushati1817]

I'm sorry I find this hilarious 😂😂

[@wildlight9111]

OH. We will 😈

[@User2010127]

That good, eh? Well done!!

[@cassiopeeyuh]

This is me 😂

[@manaash4316]

Dropping the knife was the most relatable thing ever.

[@katherinewong-lam3660]

"Maybe in season 7 we can afford a bread knife" I broke out laughing

[@viviannichols3582]

This show keeps it real!

[@kianasmith8786]

I think struggle meals should do a “struggle grocery shop”??? You give us these awesome spending tips but no one knows what quantity to buy!! I think this would be such a great segment!!!!! So I just thought of this and I’m gonna put it on struggle meal videos! This would be awesome!!!!

[@TheSneakyFox93]

I’ve watched a lot of meal prep videos and this is the first one that hasn’t completely overwhelmed me. I would subscribe to a “Struggle Meal Prep” channel without a second thought.

[@ryncricket2001]

I’m a teacher, and I binge watched every episode this summer. I could listen to you all day.

[@suziequzie]

I'm thinking a can of white beans in that soup would be a nice addition.

[@katherinewalker4196]

suziequzie yum yes

[@shinnam]

Prep cook some dried beans, freeze the ones you won't use in 5 days. Way cheaper than canned, and they taste better too.

[@pricklypickle733]

@@shinnam ll

[@Asterluna]

Ooh

[@amethystapex]

suziequzie yessss

[@sidneyboo9704]

I love his energy but above all, i love his message: Don't waste your food and USE EVERYTHING!

[@suzisaintjames]

Your main focus was time savings. But you should have also mentioned saving money! Because you cooked 2 sheet pans instead of 1 (or 3 meals instead of one) you actually saved the electric (or gas) for two meals! BONUS! ❤🌅🌵

[@minnarion]

I was just about to say this!

[@mircat28]

@Death Omen type in struggle meals and watch all the videos.

[@tenthousanddaysofgratitude]

One of the best chefs out there for delicious and economical food with great variety. Frankie is brill! I’ve made this meal plan several times already.

[@thebojieepair]

He has the energy of Alton Brown from Good Eats and I love it lol!

[@matthephat]

The zest, Frankie, THE ZEST! You're missing out on free flavor and color on that kale!

[@sithyq3480]

I'd slap my mom for a micro planer! Granted she probably wouldn't get me one if I slapped her...

[@Mysour]

More meal prep videos, please! I know there was a buying guide at the beginning, but I'd like some more of those. How to buy on budget and what to keep around. Etc.

[@lukedodson3267]

Some good things to remember is that the less packaged/processed something is the cheaper it is, block cheese is cheaper than sliced or shredded. Also always check the sign for the price per unit, two products might have a similar price but one might be a better deal because you're getting a little more product for the same price. And keep a calculator handy so you can keep a running total and don't go over budget.

[@natsukilovestobake4427]

Mysour I like your profile picture, it’s beautiful! :)

[@sithyq3480]

Another great tip is if you're starting out, take 5 bucks out of every week's food budget to either buy a bulk spice or a thrift store cook piece. Within a year you'll have a stocked pantry.

[@HTNPSullivan]

@@lukedodson3267 I take a photo of my shopping list with my phone and then I open the calculator app and keep a running total - I also shop at Aldi's and get about three times more food for my dollar, their prices are amazing. If you've never been to an Aldi's, check it out. You won't recognize any of the brands but I promise you almost everything is as good or even better. Aldi's and Trader Joe's are from the same family, so there's a lot of organic, vegan, non GMO, Fair Trade, etc. kinds of foods and much cheaper than even Walmart. You should also check out what Aldi regulars call the Aisle of Shame (AOS) where they have all kinds of tempting items for much less than large stores. If you're struggling, you need to shop at Aldi's -- bring a quarter for the shopping cart (you get it back) and your own bags. They take debit and credit cards (and cash) but not checks, and no coupons coz everything's so inexpensive.

[@viviannichols3582]

Always start by taking inventory of what you already have. Decide on meals based on what you need to use up first. The best way to save money is to use what you have and not throw anything out! Next, look at weekly sales. Items on the cover of the store flyer are usually the cheapest: in-season produce, for example. So if you’re doing, say, a stir-fry, choose your vegetables based on what’s on sale. I use coupons, but you don’t have to. Just keep an eye on it as an option. If you can make something you were already going to buy cheaper with a coupon, go for it! Keep an eye on the clearance section too. Sometimes you can find great deals. (But make sure you’re familiar with what a good price is before buying something just because it’s “on clearance.”) Use a calculator to stay on budget. When you can afford to, stock up on things like spices. Don’t rely on using meat in every meal. Other options like beans are a lot cheaper. A bag of rice goes a long way and is so much cheaper by the pound than a box with a seasoning packet. I season plain rice with cumin and oregano. I hope these tips are helpful!

[@cm4688]

Didn't know Struggle Pig was a single parent.

[@lyinsroar9637]

Struggle pig is also murdered, resurrected, and murdered again, all for tastemade's greed for a good intro montage :(

[@PoppyCorn144]

Why else do you think s/he’s struggling?

[@noamigonzales2608]

This is the first Struggle Meals I have watched but I am loving the vibe. It reminds me of the show Good Eats.

[@Melissandrel]

Yeahhhhh you read our comments, that's such a cool episode ! Honestly, this is my favorite show on the internet right now. Also extra tip when prepping something hot, wait for it to be cooled before you store it in the fridge, it saves energy and avoids unwanted moisture inside the containers.

[@Magnesium02]

No. Room temp is the time bacteria is most active. Letting your food sit out to cool down only increases the time for bad bacteria to multiply within your food. Back in the olden days putting hot food in the fridge was bad as it would lower the temp of the fridge and put all your food at risk of being at the wrong temp. However modern fridges are much better at temperature regulation and are designed to chill food quickly, so it is much better to simply package foods into smaller containers so they chill faster and refrigerate immediately.

[@luckygoldfish5331]

Super pro tip: Buy dried rosemary, most generic brands are cheap. This will give you an extra few bucks back into your budget. It's nice to have fresh herbs, but when you are strapped for cash and want flavor in your dishes then dried is the way to go 😉

[@viviannichols3582]

I think dried is a better option if you’re only cooking a portion or two at a time since it lasts so much longer. I get fresh rosemary for Thanksgiving, cooking for a large group, but when it’s just me, I go with the dried.

[@rorororotem]

7:32 are we all gonna ignore that he took that peeler out of his pocket? love this series and love your positive vibes!

[@wvcoleman84]

I normally don't comment on KZbin videos but more meal prep stuff! Great Job

[@Avby81]

I’m trying this today 🤤. Seriously you need to do more of this meal prep. Teach us your ways sensei 🙏🏼

[@Lady_Jay42]

Frankie! We NEED more videos like THIS! I've not found any others like it. I'm not one who can eat the same thing everyday, so this style of meal prep is PERFECT for me!

[@ruthkiser9693]

I love the grocery lists and the prep tips. Watching Struggle Meals really inspires my already-passionate love for cooking. Frankie has a great talent for teaching and great energy.

[@ashleyn.4114]

These look amazing and so nutritious. Can you do more meal prep videos to give us more ideas? Also, thanks for the tip on putting a paper towel with the kale.

[@alexherrold9646]

These videos are the best! Very helpful and just fun to watch. I know what I'm doing next week.

[@natalieferrer9605]

Thank you, I start my first week at my first full time job out of college and I’m going to use this when I go grocery shopping today and update after the week.

[@natalieferrer8630]

I made it on Sunday and it tasted good!!!!!!!!!! for lunch the next day and then after that I was too tired to do the rest like soup and frittata even though it was prepped and should have been easy but I'm exhausted and sad with my life a lot of the time so I just shower and sleep and dont eat dinner and then get food at the company cafeteria the next day for lunch bc at the end of the day I have only 1-3 hrs to myself and apparently I'd rather spend it doing nothing/watching videos, but hopefully when I get used to working full time soon/sleeping 6 hrs a day I can figure out things like working out and budgeting cooking time/food smarter.

[@ballinangel3231]

facts! at the beginning of the week I literally just throw every vegetable on some sheet pans and roast them away. After that finessing meals is so easy!

[@LEdHeadW]

Love your videos, Frankie! I make your Pazzoto often, along with a few other recipes you've made on this show!

[@justaddmusclecom]

There is so many weeds that can be foraged outside that are delicious and healthier than any veggie you can buy at the grocery store too.

[@martialfartist8983]

More of these pleeeeeeeaaaaaasssseeee!!! Keep up the good work!

[@terriarheghan3676]

Great video. Nice to have options with the same ingredients!! Thanks

[@ellatoler9706]

Frankie, you are out of your mind, son! (In this case, that's a good thing.) Budget shopping, easy prep, nutricious, delicious...great video. I'm just cooking for me, so, I'll still do it as I go.

[@thetruegreenranger]

I stumbled upon this as I was meal prepping myself and had fitness videos on auto play and I love his energy! I have subscribed!

[@jake_break]

Get spinach not Kale. It’s cheaper and far more nutritious.

[@natsukilovestobake4427]

Jake McNeal fcagraadnqfb f tif. Der dhu y ggg rd er rd b und in by. Ya n Jin in I huh gay ft. Drescht nu. O,,l”,”kn I’m m unhygienic txrdcnh jn im jnbnubyybvtf hbgv cr reed estdybin,one I’m km .o

[@healyrose4957]

Um Kales a super food.....

[@natsukilovestobake4427]

Healy Rose ahh aha Ebene Ma wjjdjrbe Banns,s,.s,,w,wjsjkc,kick,o. O,do,o,so,I mi ,I,go,fo,o,o ,o,vor,o,rod,o ,o. Ob.og,o,fimdimismj xj. J vf. lallst.d.e..w..w.a..c.c.. cpdpa

[@HTNPSullivan]

@@natsukilovestobake4427 Well said.

[@annabla1732]

@@HTNPSullivan 😂😂😂😂

[@jodysanmuen4299]

Tastemade thanks for being awesome! Love all your contributors... plus I love the DIVERSITY!!!

[@meghanryan1725]

Thank you so much for your series! Watching your videos inspired me to clean out my ultra-cluttered fridge. Now I can see everything in there for less waste!

[@redrob2230]

When are you going to start adding a shopping list in the description so I can do this

[@N3ssa212Linda]

You’re so talented!! Thank you!

[@johnryangranada8026]

Awesome episode! I'm going to shift the focus this week for meal prepping. My apartment buddies and I observed how we were spending a little too much time on meal prepping every single night.

[@Chantel8910]

I loved every minute of this. Entertaining and super informative!

[@coochikins]

I just stumbled upon your show a few days ago on HULU. How did I never see your videos in all my time searching for cheap and nutritious recipes!!!! You are awesome! I love your energy and tips. Keep it up Frankie!

[@michelleenglish602]

I love this series. Keep up the great work! Love the humor too, Frankie!

[@buttertoastlove]

Thanks for your hard work with this video on budget gourmet meals

[@rebeccahherdener2068]

Oml! This is my first time watching,and I LOVE the ENERGETIC ness of these vids! 😍

[@Amy-yv5ki]

This is awesome. More meal prep episodes please. Love this series.

[@philipslone3059]

anyone else cook their change before eating. Or do you prefer it raw

[@beersn0b]

I like to cook mine a quarter way through. That's just common cents.

[@philipslone3059]

Oh that makes Cents.

[@dainp2005]

Don't have any change to cook 😥

[@sacricolist]

I often make a soup that's pretty much that same soup! I use cauliflower instead of sweet potatoes and I use hot Italian sausage. It's fantastic, cheap, and incredibly easy!

[@KT1419]

These are great! I like that both the soup and the frittata are also easy to adjust. I needed more recipes where I can just use what I happen to have on hand, and these are very flexible.

[@jadec8960]

This is my favorite episode of struggle meals yet! I would love to see more meal prep type episodes. 👍 Bravo 👏

[@lawandacummings8367]

I love this show!!!! Please keep it coming

[@ruthkiser9693]

I love watching Frankie Celenza on Struggle Meals. Great ideas and great food! Thank you, Frankie!

[@redrob2230]

You need an app that has these videos and a shopping list.

[@ashleyosborne6031]

I love this guys energy.

[@mxric1083]

This kid is adorable, I really enjoy his show. Wish he had been around when I was struggling

[@patriciaguzman1616]

His enthusiasm makes me want to cook! I love your humor.

[@Aligirl77]

My absolute favorite show on KZbin!!

[@michellehall2715]

Just discovered this program. Awesome ideas & that save me $$!!!!

[@wendyyvonne]

So entertaining! Loved it! Thank you.

[@shaunaleessnackidies]

Genius. And everything looked so delicious! Yum.

[@marciocattini12]

When in doubt... FRIED RIIIIISUUUU (RICE)

[@happyfrenchtoast420]

Yass!!! That's my go to meal.

[@marciocattini12]

@@happyfrenchtoast420 Thank god someone's with me on this one lol was getting kind of ronery :P

[@DuboisFamilyDinner]

Same! We just did a video on that. Seriously so cheap!!

[@christinegonzalez7976]

Thank you for making recipes that are actually easy and that I would actually make and eat!!!

[@LettersinLipstick]

I'm currently making this meal prep now and I'm excited for the results! I'm gonna make that soup for sure! 😍

[@dirtygreb]

This guy brings me so much joy 😅 keep it up buddy loving the videos with some great ideas and making me laugh throughout! 👍🏻

[@Waldo55]

Frankie does it yet again! Please send us a cookbook, please keep giving us hope for future food!

[@lexyesss]

More meal prep please! This is awesome

[@TheLoneRayven]

Love that your videos have a 'Good Eats' vibe.

[@justalurkr]

I'm glad to see a move on KZbin to prepping ingredients rather than individual meals. Easier to store and adds variety!

[@hlegler]

This dude is my favorite foodie on the interwebs.

[@teresafinnerty207]

I love watching your video's , I have shared them to everyone I know. Please keep them coming. Your energy is fun.

[@orchepiaviolinviola]

Hi Frankie, Love your videos! You have such a musician’s personality! Coming from one Italian musician to another.

[@glow2500]

the longer i watch, the longer i realise that i really like him. edit: he is so intense but so cute at the same time. sksks

[@Mercurychick]

Glad I came across this vid! Great ideas 🙌🏽

[@robinr5337]

Love the meal prep videos, give me more!

[@JackyTheGreat123]

you have so much energy

[@TheKittyDrago]

Since when have these been in 4K? It really adds a nice pop of sharpness and clarity.

[@chibaification]

Soup looked good but feels like it's missing beans such as cannellini or northern white beans.

[@Tuuurtle19]

This is a lifesaver -- and looks delicious!

[@lyinsroar9637]

i wonder if frankie ever comes into work with a blinding headache, a dead pet, etc. but he has to carry on and just be cheerful because that's his job

[@alicev.nopaisdasmaravilhas4129]

This guy is so great!!! Love it!

[@keiths.9239]

Would love to see a vegan episode. Or making food for two.

[@Hatter5150]

Please...we need recipes and a shopping list for this fabulous episode!

[@etaburken2209]

Love, love, love your videos!

[@cindyo6298]

Reminds me of Blue's Clues. I don't know why

[@winterybugjuice]

thank you for the paper towel tip, it has helped me, my spinach always gets a little soggy rip

[@annoyken]

Young Micheal Keaton cooks! Struggle Meals needs it’s own channel!!!!!

[@iffatsiddiqui3205]

Very useful. Thanks very much.

[@jamesjaime4140]

I used to throw food away in crazy quantities. I decided to freeze everything and now I save a ton of cash and eat out much less, especially lunch at work! Thanks for the content dude!

[@Adrian_Creates]

That Dub-Stock at 5:53 tho!! 😂 😂

[@user-md9sk2yz6l]

Wonderful Way to use the leftovers 👏👏

[@kali2593]

The editing in this video is wonderful and great use of sound.

[@KoraRubin]

I make Quiches with everything that is leftover or when I don't know what to make. Same as the Fritatta, but with less eggs! And if you don't but egg in your dough, you can freeze the dough for a really long time, and it only takes ~20 minutes to be ready to use.

[@amyroberts7990]

LOL I just like watching you! You're not boring like a lot of people I see. I learn faster and retain better when I'm not bored. :) Thank you!

[@Ashbeazil]

I especially like the format of this episode and I’d like to see a follow up meal prep episode

[@wendymuir7818]

You use garlic powder like I do. Lots of it on everything. You know those little key chain bottles they make for sriracha? There needs to be a key chain shaker for garlic powder, so I can take mine everywhere!

[@josiereyes1012]

Zuppa toscana(the sausage and potato soup he made)is not only the best easiest soup its very much affordable and can impress anyone,take it from a teen that makes it all the time during the fall and winter my family loves it.

[@anitraahrens905]

Thanx, again, Chef Frankie!

[@kathleenannmodina-angue4540]

YES MEAL PREP!!!! Awesome Frankie!

[@snippetsofvictoria]

I can't believe I didn't know you existed until now. This is the greatest day of my life. :)