Stretch the Meal, Not the Stress 🍲
Meal stretching isn’t about eating less. It’s about using what you buy with intention. If groceries feel tight right now, here’s the shift: Instead of asking, “How do I make this meal bigger?” Ask, “How can this ingredient work twice?” Examples: 🥩 Cook once, use twice Taco meat → tacos tonight → taco bowls or quesadillas tomorrow 🍗 Roast chicken → Night 1: chicken + sides Night 2: chicken wraps Night 3: chicken soup 🍝 Pasta night → Add beans, frozen veggies, or lentils to increase volume without increasing cost Stretching meals is about systems: • Bulk cooking proteins • Pairing with low-cost fillers (rice, potatoes, pasta, oats, beans) • Planning leftovers on purpose Let’s make this practical 👇 What’s one ingredient in your fridge right now that could turn into two meals? Drop it below and I’ll help you stretch it.