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    Home » lifestyle » Cheap Gluten-Free

    Cheap Gluten-Free

    December 1, 2019 By Chandice | 202 Comments | Updated January 24, 2020

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    Living cheap gluten-free or gluten-free on a budget is absolutely possible and can happen with just six simple steps. They are easy to implement and will save you lots of dollars AND time!

    We are kicking off our annual 12 days of Gluten-Free Giveaways with this fun KitchenAid giveaway and more info on living GF on a Budget. Come back everyday through December 12th for a new recipe, party or feature AND a $100+ giveaway!

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    Cheap gluten-free on a budget

    The number one thing I get asked is, “How can you live gluten-free on a budget?” I did my 3TV Your Life A to Z TV segment on this exact topic and want to give you guys just a few of the tips I shared because living gluten-free on a budget can be rewarding and taste delicious!

    Keeping it simple will be the best way to save money. We have a few easy steps that will help whether you make the change in one area of all, you are sure to see the benefits. 

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    Eat gluten-free naturally 

    This is the best advice I can give. It will save you the most money while also helping your body to be at it’s best from all of the natural, unprocessed vitamins, minerals and nutrients it will be receiving. Remember, brown rice, sweet potatoes, quinoa, nuts and seeds, meat and dairy in their pure form, fruits and vegetables are all great options for creating delicious meals.

    We love to make the BEST roast chicken with gluten-free mashed potatoes and red cabbage salad with bacon and aged balsamic. All naturally gluten-free and delicious!

    Buy gluten-free items in bulk

    I always stock up BIG on organic brown rice at Costco, my favorite gluten-free flour blends and other items on Amazon and other great products when they are on sale at the grocery store. You will save so much money by doing this, it will amaze you!

    Gluten-Free on a Budget cookbook

    Our gluten-free on a budget cookbook gives you over 100 delicious gluten-free recipes, almost all with photos, that you and your family will love! We’ve covered breakfasts, appetizers, soups and salads, main dishes, breads, sweet treats and even our favorite meals and recipes for holidays. 

    In the book we also cover living gluten-free in a gluten filled world, stocking your pantry, resources, sample meal plans and grocery lists and much MORE.

    Here are just some of the recipes you will find inside…

    • Thin Gluten-Free Crepes (almost as amazing as our gluten-free waffles and gluten-free pancakes)Gluten-free crepes with strawberries on a blue plate
    • Gluten-free Oat Bread (but if you can’t wait, our gluten-free crescent rolls are to die for)Gluten-free oat bread with jam
    • Apple Pie with Flaky Pie Crust (but our gluten-free pumpkin pie cream delight is pretty tasty too)

    Gluten-free apple pie on a plate

    Meal prep and plan ahead

    Gluten-free meal prep by cutting up lots of fruits and veggies. Store them in containers in the fridge twice a week so that you always have a healthy snack or side to your meals ready to go. This will help keep you from reaching for the junk food.

    Meal prep is great because you will have nutritious lunches on the go rather than feeling like you have to stop and buy your meals. This alone will save you big on your grocery/eating out monthly bill.

    I love to prepare a big batch of gluten-free pancakes or breakfast burritos and freeze them for quick breakfasts where I can pull out one or two and go.

    Use your crockpot and instant pot

    As I mentioned in the segment, you can make any cut of meat a fabulous creation in the crockpot. It is like a magic cooking tool! Stephanie O’Dea has great crockpot cookbooks that I just adore.

    She is a real mom who tested her recipes out on her real family and I love that. This is also great because you can throw dry beans or leftovers in and come back 8 hours later to a mouthwatering dinner.

    Instant Pots can also transform meals in minutes! Our hamburger soup and creamy Italian chicken are two of our favorite recipes and they can be made in under 45 minutes. 

    Meatless Monday

    Or Tuesday, just choose one day a week and go meatless from breakfast to dinner. This is a great way to give your intestines a little break from heavy digestion as well as cut some money on your next grocery trip.

    I think this once a week detox from meat actually feels great and encourages you to get creative in the kitchen and try new veggies. I have found some great vegan blogs from doing this. Our vegan tikka masala is one of my favorite meatless Monday meal!

    Make your own gluten-free goodies

    We all know we need them so why not make them yourself. Find a gluten-free cup for cup flour blend that you love and make a big batch of cookie dough. Make a few and freeze the rest for another day.

    Baked goods are some of the most expensive gluten-free things you will find on your grocery receipt so shake it up a but and become an expert baker. Your wallet will thank you. 

    *This post was originally published on April 14, 2014 but was update in November 2019 with new information. 

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    1. heather says

      February 18, 2020 at 9:57 pm

      I love to shop at certain local stores and I shop the sales. I am trying to eat more things that are grown locally at farmer’s markets.

      Reply
    2. Kenneth Butler says

      January 30, 2020 at 5:26 pm

      Trying to learn more.

      Reply
    3. ae minx says

      January 28, 2020 at 12:53 am

      I love baking, but I’m just getting into gluten free. Any tips for a beginner?

      Reply
    4. Jeunese Henderson says

      January 02, 2020 at 3:37 am

      Its safer to make your own gluten free products.

      Reply
    5. Cassandra D says

      January 01, 2020 at 4:36 am

      Watch for bogos and sales with a rewards card.

      Reply
    6. Kelsey vinson says

      January 01, 2020 at 3:36 am

      Before our weekly shopping trip we tend to make recipes that call for some of the same ingredients so we dont have to buy so many different ingredients for each meal

      Reply
    7. samantha says

      January 01, 2020 at 3:26 am

      I usually do what they call shop your own kitchen. I like to find what ingredients I do have and then search recipes based on what I have not shop for food based on the recipe I have

      Reply
    8. Jenny Ham says

      January 01, 2020 at 3:21 am

      I watch for sales and use lots of coupons buying mostly at a discount.

      Reply
    9. Amber Kolb says

      January 01, 2020 at 3:13 am

      I shop ALDI! We have saved so much money since switching from Meijer.

      Reply
    10. Trisha Musgrave says

      January 01, 2020 at 2:42 am

      I love shopping with coupons and matching that with sales prices! I can always find good deals that way!

      Reply
    11. laurie says

      January 01, 2020 at 1:29 am

      I like making things from scratch

      Reply
    12. Donna Teller says

      January 01, 2020 at 1:22 am

      We actually have an awesome discount food store where we live and they carry gluten free options at awesome prices. I also always shop sales at other stores.

      Reply
    13. Amanda Whitley says

      January 01, 2020 at 12:38 am

      i like to shop sales and clip coupons. i also try to buy in bulk when possible since it usually ends up being cheaper

      Reply
    14. Antoinette M says

      December 31, 2019 at 11:35 pm

      I don’t eat gluten-free, but a family member freezes her bread (sliced) to prevent it from going stale.

      Reply
    15. Rivka says

      December 31, 2019 at 10:58 pm

      Shop the sales.

      Reply
    16. Elicia P says

      December 31, 2019 at 9:45 pm

      I shop at Aldi. Their selections are really good.

      Reply
    17. cyndi br says

      December 31, 2019 at 6:44 pm

      favorite is popcorn.

      Reply
      • Danielle Wood says

        December 31, 2019 at 7:29 pm

        I shop at Giant and eat at home. use coupons and my bonus card

        Reply
    18. Kayla Klontz says

      December 31, 2019 at 4:21 pm

      I like using coupons, I get many things really cheap or ever for free!

      Reply
    19. Jessica Walker says

      December 31, 2019 at 12:26 pm

      I can never get sick of salad

      Reply
    20. Eileen Boyce says

      December 31, 2019 at 11:07 am

      I make stuff from scratch with fresh veggies and fruit.

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