🧠 The Budget Trick That Lets Me Eat Filet Mignon Without Guilt

"Wanna eat like royalty on a ramen budget? Count your meals, not just your money." I used to think expensive food was off the table—until I figured out how to make it work. If I get four meals out of a $10 roast, that’s $2.50 a meal. Add rice, soup, or bread from my stash? Done. Bonus: I freeze leftovers immediately so nothing goes bad in the fridge. That roast can be BBQ one day, Chinese stir-fry the next. Sandwiches? Yep. Soup? Even better. Here’s how I make it all work: ✅ Set a hard budget ✅ Shop in strict intervals ✅ Big shops only after payday ✅ Groceries? Once a week, max ✅ Stock up slowly—spices, sauces, stuff that lasts ✅ Clean with vinegar & towels, not pricey paper goods My rule? Count 6 full meals in the house. If I’ve got that, I’m good. And if I want lobster or filet mignon? Go for it—as long as it fits the budget. Balance, not deprivation. 😎 #BudgetLiving #SmartSpending #FrugalLifeHacks #MealStretching #LiveWellForLess