You're all settled into your dorm or college apartment and are likely feeling the pinch in your wallet of living away from home for the first time. With so many expenses to cover, food may need to take a step back on the priority list for the time being. Fear not, there are plenty of satisfying ways to eat without breaking the bank.
1. Pasta with Sauce, Mac ... Cheese, Ramen Noodles. Everybody love carbs, right? Let's face it, you're walking a lot more than you used to and you can probably use the energy anyway. These handy meals are easy to microwave and will warm you up on a cold day. With plenty of options in packaged ramen noodles, you could probably choose a different flavor every day and not get bored. Add some fruit and a little salad and you've got your nutritional bases covered.
2. Cereal anyone? Not just for breakfast anymore, the cereal aisle in your local supermarket will provide plenty of tasty choices for lunch and dinner, too. Be generous with the milk and refill as desired. Don't forget that waffles and eggs make good meals, too.
3. Sandwich night. Some whole wheat bread and a package of deli meat will go a long way. It's easy to get your vegetable fix in there too if you just pick up a tomato and a head of iceberg lettuce once a week. If you grow weary of ham or bologna, don't forget that a can of tuna and some mayo can make enough tuna salad for a few sandwiches. Also, an egg sandwich is a delicious alternative to lunch meat.
4. Say goodbye to the delivery guy. Don't order pizza unless it's a special occasion. For day in and day out, frozen pizza is a fine alternative and you don't have to tip anybody. Make sure you have plenty of canned parmesan cheese and, if you're feeling especially health conscious, you can always chop and add some fresh vegetables.
If these suggestions leave you a little flat, get creative and think of other ways to feed your cravings on a budget. Walk up and down the aisles at the store and you'll surely come up with ideas.Meals need not be expensive to be good.
1. Pasta with Sauce, Mac ... Cheese, Ramen Noodles. Everybody love carbs, right? Let's face it, you're walking a lot more than you used to and you can probably use the energy anyway. These handy meals are easy to microwave and will warm you up on a cold day. With plenty of options in packaged ramen noodles, you could probably choose a different flavor every day and not get bored. Add some fruit and a little salad and you've got your nutritional bases covered.
2. Cereal anyone? Not just for breakfast anymore, the cereal aisle in your local supermarket will provide plenty of tasty choices for lunch and dinner, too. Be generous with the milk and refill as desired. Don't forget that waffles and eggs make good meals, too.
3. Sandwich night. Some whole wheat bread and a package of deli meat will go a long way. It's easy to get your vegetable fix in there too if you just pick up a tomato and a head of iceberg lettuce once a week. If you grow weary of ham or bologna, don't forget that a can of tuna and some mayo can make enough tuna salad for a few sandwiches. Also, an egg sandwich is a delicious alternative to lunch meat.
4. Say goodbye to the delivery guy. Don't order pizza unless it's a special occasion. For day in and day out, frozen pizza is a fine alternative and you don't have to tip anybody. Make sure you have plenty of canned parmesan cheese and, if you're feeling especially health conscious, you can always chop and add some fresh vegetables.
If these suggestions leave you a little flat, get creative and think of other ways to feed your cravings on a budget. Walk up and down the aisles at the store and you'll surely come up with ideas.Meals need not be expensive to be good.
About the Author:
Ryan Sullivan is an instuctor at a leading online colleges. He holds two online degrees and a degree from a traditional university program.
