In This Post Over the last month, we focused heavily on 1930s depression-era recipes. It was a hugely educational experiment, but my family is very happy to be back to our normal diet! Many of you have asked how we manage our normal groceries. Today, I am sharing our complete weekly from-scratch menu. We have … Read more
We spent the last seven days eating like it was 1930. I have to be honest. My entire family is very happy this experiment is over! We ate a lot of potatoes. We ate a massive amount of homemade bread. We also made more milk gravies and white sauces than I can count.
This haul represents what an average farm family (or a very low-income family) of 6 to 10 people would have eaten in a week. Because rural families grew most of their own food, this grocery haul is a little different. I am shopping entirely out of my own pantry and root cellar to recreate it!
I recently decided to feed my family using a menu published on December 26, 1933. Originally intended to feed a family of four for about $11 to $13 a week, this menu offered a fascinating look into historical home cooking.
When we think of a pantry, we naturally think of food. However, a truly resilient household requires a well-stocked supply of non-food essentials as well.
You can make nutritious food out of basic ingredients, but to elevate those meals and prevent cooking fatigue, a well-stocked arsenal of seasonings and quick-grab items is essential. I am going to share 15 specific items I keep on my shelves, why I chose them, and how they ultimately save our family money by keeping us out of the drive-thru.