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Growing vegetables in containers, raised beds, or backyard gardens is one of the many cost-effective ways to eat well. Seeds don’t cost that much, and one plant gives off a bounty of vegetables. You can get dozens of zucchini from a squash plant, and tomatoes and cucumbers are just as prolific.<\/p>\n
Your parents may end up with too much produce. That’s okay. They can grate or blanch extra vegetables, dry it, package it in freezer bags, and use it when the gardening season ends.<\/p>\n
Buy in Bulk and Freeze<\/strong><\/p>\n Your parents may not be purchasing bulk items due to the fear of being able to use it before it goes bad. Some bulk items freeze for a year or longer. You can put brown rice, farro, barley, and quinoa in the freezer until you need it.<\/p>\n