05/24/2026
Iām looking at my grocery receipts lately wonderingā¦ what is going on? How do six items end up costing $55? Some of the things we buy regularly seem to have doubled, if not tripled, in price.š¤Æ
Itās no surprise that grocery costs are pushing more families back into the kitchen out of necessity!
The truth is, knowing how to cook from scratch is becoming a survival skill again, not just a hobby or a trendy thing to do. And when you look at the ingredient lists on many convenience foods, thatās another reason to get back to making food yourself!
I know some people think homemade means more work but financially it just makes sense. Homemade soups, pasta sauces, snacks, desserts, and simple pantry staples can save a surprising amount of money over time. Even something as simple as growing a few herbs in the garden can cut costs (and they are easy to grow)
This is exactly why learning to cook from scratch matters now more than ever. Learning how to grow some of your own food, preserve it, and turn simple ingredients into healthy meals gives you more control over both your grocery budget and what ends up on your familyās plates.
āBig platesā are one of our favourite ways to serve meals. We toss together seasonal vegetables, proteins, grains, and fresh herbs on a large platter for everyone to share.
Itās easy, beautiful, saves on dishes, and makes mealtime feel fancy when actually it couldnāt be simpler.
Do you cook from scratch, and how do you keep it simple on busy days? Iād love to hear your go-to tricks
If you love self-sufficiency, growing your own food, cooking from scratch and returning to a life of bliss off the beaten path, follow along for more!
