SNAP Challenge

Seasoned Rice

Seasoned rice is an all-purpose side dish infused with garlic and herbs. Serve it as a side dish or as the bed for your favorite bowl meal.

SNAP Challenge: Penne Pasta with Sausage and Greens

This super easy and satisfying, "sweep the kitchen" Penne Pasta with Sausage and Greens is an entire meal in one pot. Cook once, eat all week.

SNAP Challenge: One Pot Chili Pasta

This super hearty One Pot Chili Pasta is bursting with southwest chili flavor, protein, and fiber. It's a meal in a bowl that the whole family will love.

September Challenge: Week 4 and Month Summary

What I purchased, cooked, and ate during week four of the September Challenge, as well as my final thoughts on the month as a whole.

September Challenge 2015: Week 3 Summary

Week three of my September Challenge was a success! I was full and felt healthy. See what I bought, cooked, and ate during week three.

September Challenge 2015: Week 2 Summary

What I bought, cooked, and ate during the second week of my September Challenge. Photos, reflections, and more!

September Challenge 2015: Week 1 Summary

September Challenge 2015

Eating on $4.50 per day for 30 days. Let the challenge begin!

SNAP Challenge: Final Thoughts

My final reflections after completing four weeks of the SNAP Challenge. My challenges, advantages, and where I'm going from here.

SNAP Challenge: Week 4 Summary

The summary for my fourth week on the SNAP challenge, including purchases, recipes, and a day by day breakdown of what I ate.

SNAP Challenge: Creamy Chicken and Black Bean Enchiladas

These enchiladas are filled with a creamy southwest sauce, shredded chicken, black beans, and sweet corn. A homemade enchilada sauce brings it all together.

SNAP Challenge: Week 3 Summary

My SNAP Challenge week 3 receipt, menu, daily totals, and reflections. This week budget restrictions impact my social life and celebrations.