Eating breakfast helps fuel the mind and body for a day of learning and working. Check out Spend Smart. Eat Smart. for quick breakfast recipes to get your day started. One favorite is Scrambled Egg Muffins. Find more! go.iastate.edu/1E3RBW #Education #SpendSmartEatSmart

Jody’s kids are back in school, and she wants to be sure they start the day with a good breakfast. Read the blog this week to find out which Spend Smart. Eat Smart. recipe is her go-to for getting them started for the day. go.iastate.edu/BNBSY1 #Education #SpendSmartEatSmart

Switch up taco night by swapping ground meat for Slow Cooker Lentils! They’re flavorful, filling, and packed with protein. go.iastate.edu/MNZP3Q #Education #SpendSmartEatSmart

Looking to cut down your grocery bill? Try adding a few plant-based meals to your weekly plan! Check out a few of Katy’s favorites on the blog. go.iastate.edu/BLATKX #Education #SpendSmartEatSmart

Cowboy Caviar is a delicious way to use canned black beans with fresh summer produce. go.iastate.edu/WDFHNK #Education #SpendSmartEatSmart

If you are looking for plant-based protein recipes, give canned black beans a try. We have three main dish recipes that highlight black beans on the blog today. go.iastate.edu/IF3TKQ #Education #SpendSmartEatSmart

You don’t need ‘chicken-less’ nuggets to eat plant protein. Try beans in tacos, nuts in oatmeal or edamame in stir fry. If you’re curious to learn more, our friends at Texas A&M Extension have some tips on plant proteins. go.iastate.edu/ZVQQAB #Education #SpendSmartEatSmart

Curious about plant protein, but turned off by meat substitute products? This week’s blog is all about making plant protein simple. Check it out today! go.iastate.edu/CAUBSQ #Education #SpendSmartEatSmart

Have an abundance of tomatoes or peppers? Don’t let your produce go to waste and make a batch of Salsa Fresca to eat with your favorite tortilla chips or use as a topping for tacos! go.iastate.edu/QDNCXY #Education #SpendSmartEatSmart

School’s out and the snack cravings are in full swing at Katy’s house! Check out the blog for her family’s favorite snack that is keeping her grocery budget in check and kids’ tummies full. go.iastate.edu/TASZ1D #Education #SpendSmartEatSmart

Heading to a picnic or barbecue? Take a tray with our Vegetable Dip and cut-up veggies. go.iastate.edu/2L6OAH #Education #SpendSmartEatSmart

Gardens and farmers’ markets are bursting with produce this time of year. On the blog this week, Jody shares a round-up of Spend Smart. Eat Smart. recipes that use lots of summer vegetables. go.iastate.edu/ZN1NNW #Education #SpendSmartEatSmart

How is your garden growing? Share with us in the comments below. #Education #SpendSmartEatSmart

When it comes to gardens, some years are better than others. Check out the blog today to find out how Justine’s garden is growing this year. go.iastate.edu/ZHYP1Y #Education #SpendSmartEatSmart

My husband used to spend a lot of money on pre-cut melons at the store. Use the Food Preparation videos on Spend Smart. Eat Smart. to learn how to prepare produce in your kitchen. go.iastate.edu/NKUE4N #Education #SpendSmartEatSmart

Using fresh produce in recipes during the summer months can be a treat! Produce Basics offer great tips and short videos on selecting, prepping and storing produce. go.iastate.edu/EXKVVD #Education #SpendSmartEatSmart

Cucumbers are ripening in gardens right now. Try chopping one up in our Cucumber Salsa recipe. #Education #SpendSmartEatSmart go.iastate.edu/IKSV88

Our recipe of the month is Cool Cucumber Salad. For the full recipe, check out the blog today. #Education #SpendSmartEatSmart go.iastate.edu/DM9270

Make a batch of Taco Seasoning Mix to have ready to use in tacos for a quick meal on busy summer nights! go.iastate.edu/NHHFIE #Education #SpendSmartEatSmart

It’s a wrap on our month of food mashups at Spend Smart. Eat Smart! This week’s twist? Taco Meatballs! Read the blog to see how they turned out for Jody. go.iastate.edu/L4LQ6O #Education #SpendSmartEatSmart