Money Matters December 2019 | Page 5

If you are ever wondering if you should start meal prepping just look below for the many reasons why!

Why Meal Prep?

Millennial are dedicating 44% of their food dollars to eating out.

More than 50 percent of households throw out food every single week.

American Chemistry Council, the average household in the United States throws out $640 of food each year.

How to Eat Healthy for Less Than $20

o1 bag of dried beans: $1.49

o2 pounds of chicken breast: $3.76

o1 jar of peanut butter: $1.98

o1 jar of jelly: $1.79

o1 loaf of whole wheat bread: $1.63

o1 dozen eggs: $1.26

o1 container of oatmeal: $1.35

o1 bag of dried lentils: $1.39

o1 bag of apples (1 pound): $1.99

o1 bag of brown rice: $1.17

o1 package of frozen spinach: $.99

o1 bag of frozen mixed veggies

Recipe Inspiration: https://www.purewow.com/food/eat-healthy-for-20-dollars-a-week

The Student Money Management Center would love to see your dishes!

Take a picture and tag us on Instagram with the hashtag #SMMCMEALPREP for a chance to win a prize!

Meal Prep

By Giuliana, Peer Mentor