HOW TO EAT FOR $12 A WEEK | EMERGENCY GROCERY BUDGET-FRIENDLY MEAL PLAN | DIRT CHEAP HEALTHY RECIPES! -- In today’s extreme budget challenge, I’ll show you exactly what I bought and how I turned it into affordable breakfasts, lunches, and dinners—all with just $12 to spend. When you’re down to your last few grocery dollars, it can feel overwhelming. I’ve been there—and that’s why I created this plan: to help you make simple, nourishing meals when you’re not sure what to feed your family next.
I focused on filling, nutrient-dense staples like beans, lentils, and brown rice. These meals aren’t fancy, but they’re full of flavor, satisfying, and definitely better than spending it all on one fast food lunch. It’s not easy—but this proves you can survive on a tight budget. My own experiences shaped how I cook today, and my goal is to offer hope, support, and practical ideas for anyone facing similar challenges.
If this video helps you or someone you love, please share it. If you’re in a tough spot, don’t hesitate to reach out to food banks, churches, or local support programs. And if you're in a position to give, please consider donating to your local food pantry—even small acts make a big difference.
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED! The full printable recipes + grocery list from today's video→ https://www.juliapacheco.com/12-emergency-meal-plan-julia-pacheco/ 0:00 $12 Grocery Budget Challenge 0:52 Shopping At Walmart 2:27 Shopping Cart Haul 3:03 Prepping Pinto Beans For The Week 4:36 Oatmeal and Fruit Breakfast 6:03 Making a Loaf of Rustic Bread 7:54 Batch Prepping White Rice in Instant Pot 8:56 Carrot Rice Lentil Skillet 13:05 Slow Cooker Pinto Beans Batch Cooking 14:17 Lentil Potato Pinto Bean Burritos 14:34 Homemade Flour Tortillas 16:00 Lentil Burritos Filling + Finishing the Pinto Beans 17:50 Rolling and Cooking the Tortillas 19:02 Finishing the Lentil Burritos 27:29 Potato Lentil Curry 32:10 Pinto Bean Potato Burritos 33:00 Mid Week Update 39:18 End of week Update
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