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We have resources to help you get the most out of your food budget to make healthy meals at home.

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Shelf Stable Meals

Count on these shelf-stable meal ideas and tips when multiple trips to the grocery store or farmers market aren't possible.

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Eat Smart

Everyone should have access to healthy, nutritious foods. The Virginia Family Nutrition Program encourages Virginians to eat smart by making healthy food and lifestyle choices. Learn how to plan and cook healthy snacks and meals on a budget.

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Move More

Physical activity is an important part of living a healthy lifestyle. The Virginia Family Nutrition Program encourages Virginians to move more at whatever level is most comfortable for them. Small changes over time will help you and your family stay happy and healthy now and in the future.

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Plan

Plan

A little planning can go a long way. Learn how to plan your meals to get the most out of your shopping trips.

Shop

Shop

Whether you’re shopping at the supermarket, farmers market, or small corner store, it’s important to know how to navigate the store. Learn how to find the most affordable foods for your budget.

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Save

Learn how to shop for healthy and fresh foods while staying within your food budget.

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Slow Cooker Beans

190 cal. per serving

16 hours prep and cook time

Chicken Stock

20 cal. per serving

4 hours 10 minutes prep and cook time

Whole Roasted Chicken

590 cal. per serving

2 hours 30 minutes prep and cook time

Italian Bean Patties

320 cal. per serving

10 minutes prep and cook time

Summer Vegetable Salsa

30 cal. per serving

40 minutes prep and cook time

Latest Recipes

Search All Recipes

Slow Cooker Beans

190 cal. per serving

16 hours prep and cook time

Chicken Stock

20 cal. per serving

4 hours 10 minutes prep and cook time

Whole Roasted Chicken

590 cal. per serving

2 hours 30 minutes prep and cook time

Latest Recipes

Search All Recipes

Slow Cooker Beans

190 cal. per serving

16 hours prep and cook time

Chicken Stock

20 cal. per serving

4 hours 10 minutes prep and cook time

Whole Roasted Chicken

590 cal. per serving

2 hours 30 minutes prep and cook time

Italian Bean Patties

320 cal. per serving

10 minutes prep and cook time

Summer Vegetable Salsa

30 cal. per serving

40 minutes prep and cook time

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Read our blog to learn about nutrition, physical activity, safe food handling, and more.

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Got Dairy?

June 23, 2022

Did you know that June is Dairy Month? According to the USDA, foods and drinks that contain dairy should be included in your daily diet. Why Dairy? Not only can dairy products be tasty, they also have nutrients that are great for the body! Dairy sources provide: Vitamin D and Calcium: support bone health, particularly… Read more »

Summer Produce: Eating In-Season

June 15, 2022

Have you ever stepped inside of a grocery store and gone to the produce section only to find the fruits and vegetables that you were looking for were not only super expensive, but also didn’t taste all that great? Often times, it’s because the produce is out-of-season! So, why should you buy and eat your… Read more »

Food and Movement for Mental Health Month

May 23, 2022

May is Mental Health Month, and with depression and anxiety at an all-time high in our society, it is no surprise that the importance of mental health is starting to peek its way into all kinds of conversations. With the impacts of COVID-19, recent events of racial unrest, rising prices of inflation, along with a… Read more »