So for a cheaper option, (an the satisfaction of knowing I can feed my family something I grew and didn't bomb with pesticides) I have started gardening. Nothing big and fancy. I have a raised garden (6 x 4) and a few containers.
Today I picked some fresh dill, parsley, green onions, an celery for a salad.
I also have tomatoes, peppers, chives, carrots, and mint growing. As a bonus this year I found a wild blackberry bush in the yard that I plan to care for for a touch of sweet.
Happy savings!
-S. 
