Kitchen

[Estellee]

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@branny wrote:

didn't someone say that prices were going to go down???

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@branny Yes, still waiting 

[CelticCrafter]

@TheMemphisVette in post #8 you say you make smoothies or ice cream with leftover fruit and then in #50 you say you buy no milk and only melons.  So how are you making ice cream or smoothies without either of those two items?

[TheMemphisVette]

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@CelticCrafter wrote:

@TheMemphisVette in post #8 you say you make smoothies or ice cream with leftover fruit and then in #50 you say you buy no milk and only melons.  So how are you making ice cream or smoothies without either of those two items?

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@CelticCrafter 

yes

alot of folks use melons and do not do dairy

What are the ingredients in a simple melon smoothie?

In a blender, combine cantaloupe, honeydew, lime juice and sweetner. Blend until smooth. Pour into glasses and serve

Add 2 cups of melon, 2 cups of melon water, 2 cups of crushed ice and 2 tablespoons of honey to a blender.  Pour into glasses and serve.

[MorningLover]

Several factors are influencing beef prices in the US.

The U.S. cattle herd has been declining for years, reaching a 74-year low in early 2025. This reduction in supply is a major factor driving up prices. 

Despite the higher prices, demand for beef remains strong, further exacerbating the supply and price situation. 

Drought conditions, rising feed costs, and the recent discovery of a flesh-eating parasite in Mexico (which is impacting imports) are also contributing to the price increases. 

The recent resurgence of the New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite, in Mexican cattle herds has led to the suspension of cattle imports into the US, which is contributing to rising beef prices. The parasite, which burrows into wounds and feeds on flesh, prompted the US to halt imports, impacting the supply of beef cattle and potentially driving prices higher. 

[Icegoddess]

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@TheMemphisVette wrote:

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@CelticCrafter wrote:

@TheMemphisVette in post #8 you say you make smoothies or ice cream with leftover fruit and then in #50 you say you buy no milk and only melons.  So how are you making ice cream or smoothies without either of those two items?

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@CelticCrafter 

yes

alot of folks use melons and do not do dairy

What are the ingredients in a simple melon smoothie?

In a blender, combine cantaloupe, honeydew, lime juice and sweetner. Blend until smooth. Pour into glasses and serve

Add 2 cups of melon, 2 cups of melon water, 2 cups of crushed ice and 2 tablespoons of honey to a blender.  Pour into glasses and serve.

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That sounds more like an Italian Ice than ice cream.  Sorbet at best.  

[TheMemphisVette]

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@Icegoddess wrote:

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@TheMemphisVette wrote:

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@CelticCrafter wrote:

@TheMemphisVette in post #8 you say you make smoothies or ice cream with leftover fruit and then in #50 you say you buy no milk and only melons.  So how are you making ice cream or smoothies without either of those two items?

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@CelticCrafter 

yes

alot of folks use melons and do not do dairy

What are the ingredients in a simple melon smoothie?

In a blender, combine cantaloupe, honeydew, lime juice and sweetner. Blend until smooth. Pour into glasses and serve

Add 2 cups of melon, 2 cups of melon water, 2 cups of crushed ice and 2 tablespoons of honey to a blender.  Pour into glasses and serve.

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That sounds more like an Italian Ice than ice cream.  Sorbet at best.  

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yes, that creami machine is magic!  makes things so creamy!  never miss the dairy at all.

[Tinkrbl44]

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@tansy wrote:

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@Tinkrbl44 wrote:

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@sandy53 wrote:

I really don't keep track of grocery prices with one exception.  I buy 2 liter bottles of Diet Coke.  I used to be able to get it on sale for $1.00 a bottle.  Now the best sale I can get is $2.00 a bottle.  The regular price at Walmart is now $2.74.  My best friend gave up drinking pop because of the cost.  I'm not willing to do that, but I will watch for sales and stock up.

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@sandy53 

I don't usually buy large bottles of Diet Coke, but when I do, I get them for $1.25 at Dollar Tree.  

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I think @sandy53 is buying 2-liter bottles, @Tinkrbl44.  

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@tansy 

I agree.  It's right there in her post.  

[Tinkrbl44]

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@TheMemphisVette wrote:

what folks eat factors into the challenge of food costs.   meat, fish, chicken, eggs, veggies and a few condiments is all i routinely buy.  spendy for sure.  

i do not buy processed foods. 

no bread

no cereal

no crackers

no cookies

no cake

no boxed mixes

no boxed dinners

no frozen dinners

no rice

no pasta

no potatoes

no milk

no juices

no chips

no beer

no alcohol

no fruit except melons

many are on good sales weekly. some frequently have coupons.  also some can be found a dollar stores.

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@TheMemphisVette 

I'm curious ... do you do this to economize, or do you have dietary restrictions that also influence what you buy?  

It seems like you probably have to cook a lot of things from scratch, which is very time-consuming.  

Personally, no one would call me extravagant, but I also make a few food purchases based on the convenience factor, even though I'm retired.  

[LavernLuvsShoes]

I make my Fruit Smoothies with Apple Juice - No dairy, because I've never liked Milk.

And YES, food prces are ridiculous in my area. 

[haddon9]

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@TheMemphisVette wrote:

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@CelticCrafter wrote:

@TheMemphisVette in post #8 you say you make smoothies or ice cream with leftover fruit and then in #50 you say you buy no milk and only melons.  So how are you making ice cream or smoothies without either of those two items?

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@CelticCrafter 

yes

alot of folks use melons and do not do dairy

What are the ingredients in a simple melon smoothie?

In a blender, combine cantaloupe, honeydew, lime juice and sweetner. Blend until smooth. Pour into glasses and serve

Add 2 cups of melon, 2 cups of melon water, 2 cups of crushed ice and 2 tablespoons of honey to a blender.  Pour into glasses and serve.

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@TheMemphisVette Sounds delicious!  I am going to give this a try.