Hi, it would seem that this area needs a little waking up. I am new here too. So may I ask, what would you like to share?

:)

I need help in this field. I have real no, money..Love veggies and don't like meat, but husband dose. with our budget we can't eat different meals. I eat like froze veggies and other things. like the fruit and stuff like that too.

We live in northern nh and it is hard for us to fresh foods..

Please help me here

trust me I hate meats///have sense i was a child and force to eat it...

we can't eat two different kinds of meals

Hi tea,

you can be creative, cook meat separately and have your husband add it to the veggie dishes you eat.

A wonderful salad with chicken or fish added would be a good example.

A veggie rice dish and add a little peppered fish or steak for him, or just serve it on the side.

Frozen are ok, just make sure you eat beans and rice as a staple for your protein and you can get frozen soy beans and add to any and all dishes for protein too. They kinda taste to me like a cross between peas and green beans. They go well in soup, salad and any stir fry dish.

This is a good start. Hope you find it helpful. If you need more protein, invest in a good powder product, that can be added to any dish, or smoothie.

I agree that the group is a little sparse on the commentary. I rarely cook very elaborately. Keep It Simple Stupid. I live lacto-ova, but I don't use either much. I'm surprised at how many people think vegetarianism is hard, costly, bland, unhealthy... I've found it easier, cheaper, spicier (I used to think meat was bland & always needed a cover), I'm healthier, & happy & proud of my choice to be vegetarian about 18 or 19 years ago.

I agree. I am spending a little more on the ingredience, but buying less and eating better. It does take some creativity and education too.

@teacup

Since most veggies seem to have a longer shelf life than meat, you can consider buying the stuff that is usually set aside by the grocer for immediate sale. This will be more economical for you. Freeze what you can't use.

If you buy rice, lentils or beans in bulk (no prepackaged or canned) you can save some money (and the environment). You have to soak overnight so if you have the time to plan your meals this is a good option.

You can make vegetarian chili and add ground beef for your hubby and soy for yourself. This will keep for a couple of days in the fridge as well.

For recipes and veggie related info - check out Groovy Vegetarian.

Hi, I haven't seen you around here before. Thanks for the input and suggestions. They are great. Please add whatever you may wish, we are here, just distracted sometimes by other groups and discussions. Thanks again. Peace.