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Cook smart. Spend less. Eat well. After hours of roasting, your turkey is finally golden, fragrant, and ready to carve—or is it? Before you reach for the knife, there’s one crucial step that makes all the difference: letting your turkey rest. What does “resting” mean? Resting simply means giving your cooked turkey time to sit,…
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5 Meals for $50 This series features five budget-friendly meals built from a single shopping trip totaling approximately $49.40. Each recipe is designed to be practical, flexible, and satisfying — with clear instructions, real-world pricing, and scaled portions to serve at least four. Recipes • Affordable Meals: Chicken and Veggie Bake • Affordable Meals: Chicken…
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Thanksgiving is a time for gathering, gratitude, and good food—but it doesn’t have to mean overspending. This month’s Forkonomics strategy offers two meal paths: one traditional, one resource-conscious. Both are comforting, inclusive, and budget-friendly. Path 1: Traditional Thanksgiving on a Budget Core Strategy: Shop early, lean on store-brand staples, and build your meal around what’s…
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Welcome to Forkonomics! Cook smart. Spend less. Eat well. Forkonomics is a space for anyone looking to stretch their grocery budget without sacrificing flavor, comfort, or practicality. Whether you’re feeding a family, meal prepping for the week, or just trying to make the most of what’s in your cart, this blog is here to help.…
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