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Every day, we wake up, put on our best face, and greet the world—amid all the challenges (and joys!) life brings. Miss Gellar, a first-grade teacher, has the perfect way to set her kids up for success every morning: a daily affirmation that helps them start the day feeling great and ready to learn.It goes like this: “I’m awesome. I’m smart. I’m strong. I’m loved. I’m a leader. I’m gooooooood looking. I can do hard things. I can make mistakes. It’s okay to make mistakes. I’m kind. I listen. I’m respectful. I’m a good kid. And I’m gonna have the best Friday.”The kids then kiss their hands, touch their foreheads and their hearts, then turn to a friend and say, “I’m so glad you’re here.” The affirmation ends with a call to take it with them: “Zip it, lock it, put it in your pocket.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ms. Gellar (@msgellarteacheslittles)What’s interesting about the phrase “zip it, lock it, put it in your pocket” is that the affirmation isn’t just designed to help them during that day. Like any mantra we repeat, it’s hard to forget, so it can help them well into their adult lives, when the world gets a lot harder. “I started doing this my first year of teaching, and it’s been part of our routine ever since," Gellar wrote on her Instagram post. "It takes less than a minute, but the impact? Seriously huge. By the middle of the year, my students start leading them — it’s the cutest and coolest thing to watch. It might feel a little goofy at first, but teaching kids to be kind to themselves is so important.” Kids yelling with their arms held high.via Canva/PhotosLiz Kidney, an occupational therapist who works with children, told Upworthy that repeating affirmations can help children develop a positive inner voice as they mature. “Kids learn so much by watching and listening," Kidney said. "Hearing and repeating affirmations helps shape their inner voice and the words they’ll use to talk to themselves for years to come. When modeled by parents, teachers, and other trusting adults, they can support confidence, resilience, and emotional safety."Francesca Emma, a licensed mental health counselor and nationally recognized expert in eating disorders, body image, and anxiety, says that positive affirmations are great for a growing nervous system. "Daily affirmations are good for everyone, especially children. We know that repeating positive daily affirmations calms the neural pathways and, as a result, regulates the nervous system,” she told Upworthy, adding that affirmations can also help them develop positive self-talk. “It quiets the negative self-talk that many kids develop as they start to grow and see themselves in the external world. They also allow them to learn to accept things—like mistakes—as external, normal parts, rather than turning them into internal negative self-talk." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ms. Gellar (@msgellarteacheslittles)Gellar’s daily affirmation clearly hits all the right spots. It focuses on building her kids up, helping them overcome challenges, and looking out for their classmates. But what else could she include? Kidney says a message about personal safety could be beneficial as well.“When my own children or clients are feeling unsafe or upset, I love ‘I’m sad but safe,’ or ‘I'm nervous but I'm safe.’ It validates the feeling and reassures safety at the same time. And one of my favorites with my own daughter is a call-and-response: I say, ‘Mom keeps you,’ and she finishes, ‘safe.’ It’s become a grounding ritual for us in hard moments," she told Upworthy.Gellar’s affirmations are an excellent way for kids to start the day and to give them a positive mantra to lean on when things get tough. They also help build lasting perseverance and self-esteem in kids that’ll last long after they finish elementary school.

There are few things cuter than a sleeping pup. Curled up and cozy, napping dogs are pretty much cherubs. And of course, they get bonus points if they decide to snuggle up to you while they snooze.We've heard of cat naps, but naps are also totally normal for dogs, who require *a lot* of sleep."Most dogs are sleeping at least 12 hours a day with many little naps throughout the day," Dr. Kelli Spiker, DVM, veterinarian at Lovet Pet Health Care, tells Upworthy. She adds that there is not a set number of hours a dog should sleep. But some dog breeds sleep much more than others. @drkatrinawarren How many hours/ say does your dog sleep? #dogtips #dogsleeping #dognapping #greenscreenvideo "Breed, age, lifestyle, and health status all contribute to how much a dog sleeps," Dr. Liza Cahn, DVM, a veterinarian at Embrace Pet Insurance, tells Upworthy. "In general, working breeds require less sleep than lap dogs and giant breeds."And quality of sleep is incredibly important for your dog's health."Just like for people, sleep plays a critical role in a dog’s memory consolidation, immune system health, and repair and regeneration of the body," says Dr. Cahn, adding that a range of 9-20 hours of sleep per day (up to 20 hours for puppies and seniors), can still be totally normal for dogs. "Their sleep cycle consists of several stages, including wakefulness, drowsiness, non-REM sleep, and REM sleep. Dogs have multiple sleep cycles throughout their sleep period, with vivid dreams occurring during REM," Dr. Cahn adds.Wondering which dogs have the biggest need for those quality naps? These are the five dog breeds that are known to sleep the most. - YouTube www.youtube.com BulldogsAverage hours of sleep: 16-18 hours"Both English and French Bulldogs are brachycephalic breeds with flat faces," explains Dr. Cahn. "This anatomy predisposes them to several medical conditions, including respiratory difficulties, which make breathing and exercise more tiring. Their bodies are hard-wired to prefer rest, and while they often have short bursts of energy, they love to lounge at home and nap with their family."MastiffsAverage hours of sleep: 16-18 hours"This giant breed can weigh in at 200 pounds," says Dr. Cahn. "Mastiffs are generally calm and patient dogs, and their massive body weight and slow metabolism mean they need frequent naps to conserve energy."GreyhoundsAverage hours of sleep: 16-18 hours"Despite being one of the fastest dogs, Greyhounds are also one of the sleepiest, often known as 'the 40-mph couch potato'," notes Dr. Cahn. "They are built for sprints, not marathons, and need lots of downtime to recharge." @meekotheiggy Sleep = life #italiangreyhound #foryoupage #fyp #dogsoftiktok #sleepy Saint BernardsAverage hours of sleep: 16-18 hours"The Saint Bernard is a giant breed that needs significant rest to support its massive size," Dr. Cahn shares. "As Alpine rescue dogs, they were bred to work in rough, snowy terrain, and require significant endurance along with long periods of rest to conserve energy in the cold environment."Basset HoundAverage hours of sleep: 16-18 hours"When not working as scent hounds, Bassets are easy-going and sedentary," says Dr. Cahn. "Bassets are heavy-boned and have short legs, meaning physical exertion can be extra tiring."

Most of us have been looking at raised panels on doors, furniture, and more for most of our lives, and with the exception of picking out kitchen cabinet styles, we've probably never given a raised panel or beveled edge a whole lot of thought. It's just a decorative feature, right? Something to break up the monotony of a large piece of wood? Nope. According to woodworker Rex Krueger, those panels came about as a functional feature, not a decorative one. Krueger begins by showing how ubiquitous the raised panel is in our lives—doors, shutters, architectural detailing, etc. Then he explains that the beveled square or rectangle set within a matching frame actually served to account for the natural movement of wood. Raised panels were created for function, not form. Photo credit: CanvaWood is affected by temperature and humidity, with a tendency to expand, contract, and warp. It's why nails work well in wood furniture—they flex to allow for those changes, but nailing pieces of wood together keeps them from bowing or bending. However, as he demonstrates with the lid of a 400-year-old wooden chest, when a piece of wood isn't anchored to anything, it will become misshapen over time. "It's the same problem with doors," Krueger explains. "You can't just have a plank of wood floating in midair. It's going to move and warp and stop working. If only there were away to put a frame around that door or lid to hold it flat…"Enter panels. Early woodworkers figured out that they could shrink a piece of wood for a door a little bit and put it in a frame. The frame holds its shape because it's connected at four corners, and the panel sits loosely within grooves in the frame, allowing for expansion and contraction. - YouTube www.youtube.com Originally, panels were flat and grooves were cut into the frame to fit the flat panel. But that meant the panel had to be pretty thin, which isn't as durable. Woodworkers realized they could use thicker pieces of wood for panels by simply shaving down the edges to fit within the frame. That's where beveling came from, but in the beginning it wasn't done so neatly. It was meant to be functional, not decorative. But it did add some visual interest and looked quite classy and elegant, so woodworkers started making the beveling more uniform and tidy. Eventually, a distinct edge was added to offset the beveling, and now we see that style everywhere. Of course, today's raised panel doors are rarely made of solid wood, as Krueger points out. So why do we still use those beveled edges and appearance of panels? Because we like the aesthetic. Function has morphed into form. But it's not just that the shapes of the panels visually break up the monotony of a solid piece of wood. It's the way the angles of the beveling reflect light. The shadows and reflections created when light falls across a raised panel's edges result in a range of shades and colors that people find visually appealing. Today's raised panels are mostly for aesthetics.Photo credit: CanvaJudging by the fact that Krueger's video has 1.2 million views in a week and by people's comments on it, it's safe to say this information is blowing people's minds. "This is a perfect example of 'what is ordinary is actually extraordinary.'""I own a garage door installation/repair company and have always been curious about how that particular design became the standard for 95% of overhead doors out there. Now I know it’s a hanger-on from when they were actual wood panels! Thanks for the video and please make this a series!""This style is so ubiquitous, I knew there had to be a historical reason for it even though it seems purely decorative today. I always wondered but never looked it up... Thank you for making what would have been dry research entertaining and fascinating!!""I am not a woodworker, I have never really watched any woodworking videos, I'm not handy, talented, or even very smart. But somehow this video popped up in my feed and now I'm hooked (as well as liked, commented, and subscribed)! Can't wait for a Secret History of Wood series!!"Learning interesting historical details about commonplace things is such a vibe. If you want to see more videos like this one, you can find Rex Krueger on YouTube.

Water pie doesn’t necessarily sound all that appetizing. But then again, many Depression-era concoctions surprise us with how good they actually taste.Recently, Max Miller of Tasting History decided to give it a go, and it became not only an unexpected culinary delight, but a genuinely fascinating reminder of how much creativity can come from hard times.Water pie actually predates the Great Depression by several decades, showing up as early as the 1870s-1880s.. And when you look at the ingredient list, that timeline makes perfect sense. With nothing more than water (of course), sugar, butter, flour, spices, and a pie crust—maybe an egg if you were feeling fancy—folks learned early on how to turn pantry staples into something comforting.By the time the 1930s rolled around and families were looking for ways to stretch every ingredient they had, the water pie found its way back into countless kitchens.For his version, Miller used a 1908 recipe that calls for butter and lard in the crust, along with flour, salt, and ice-cold water. The filling uses the same basics in different ratios, plus nutmeg and vanilla extract for flavor. No special tricks, no pricey ingredients—just clever chemistry and a lot of faith.The hardest part, apparently, is knowing when the pie is actually done. It’s famously soupy when it comes out of the oven and only firms up as it cools, which, in Miller’s case, took about half a day. Who can wait that long for pie?!But the final result was legitimately good. Not beautiful, exactly, but firm, sliceable, and surprisingly delicious. Miller described the texture as similar to the “gloopy” filling of a pecan pie, just without the nuts. With no mix-ins to distract from the flavor, the nutmeg and vanilla shine. It’s basically a blank canvas dessert. Simple, adaptable, and shockingly satisfying. - YouTube www.youtube.com As Miller pointed out, the fact that water pie existed long before the Great Depression is a reminder that America has weathered many economic storms. The Long Depression (1873–1899) and the financial crash of 1908 both overlapped with early mentions of water pie, suggesting families were already turning necessity into invention.Viewers were even inspired to share their own family memories:“My maternal grandmother called water pie ‘paupers’ pie,’ while my paternal grandmother called it ‘poverty pie.’ A great aunt called it ‘austerity pie.’”“My grandmother made this pie frequently. She had three children—two always-hungry boys—and she sold water pies during the Depression to bring in extra money.”Water pie wasn’t the only humble treat people relied on. Pie in general was practically a national obsession. In 1899, New Yorkers alone consumed 80 million factory-made pies—not counting the homemade ones. As Miller joked, “Pie was on the level of steel and railroads,” so much so that monopolies eventually formed around its production.Some things never change.What a lovely reminder that even in the most difficult financial eras, people have always found ways to create something comforting, sweet, and nourishing…on a soul level, if nothing else. Now with water pie trending again, we could take it as a bleak sign of financial instability. But we can also take comfort in knowing resilience is quite literally baked into American history.

Most of us have been touched by the challenges of a friend or loved one facing cancer. It's a terrifying scenario where, often, outcomes can feel disheartening. However, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and blossoming research continues to pave the way toward hopeful and exciting innovations.A recent study conducted at Northwestern University involved re-engineering a weak, poorly dissolving chemotherapy drug into a targeted, cancer-fighting agent. It effectively works 20,000 times stronger while sparing healthy tissues. New nanomedicines are revolutionizing treatment with promising restructuring of therapies that vastly improve how they interact with the human body. Baby receiving a chemotherapy treatment. Photo credit Canva Northwestern scientists usher in a new era of precision nanomedicine for cancer treatmentA 2025 study in Science Daily redesigned the molecular structure of a widely used chemotherapy drug, making it less toxic to the body and vastly more potent. Compared to the standard chemotherapy treatment, it was 20,000 times more effective without the side effects. Researchers believe the promise of restructural nanomedicine could improve cancer therapies, infections, neurodegenerative disorders, and autoimmune diseases. Leading the research, Chad A. Mirkin, the George B. Rathmann Professor of Chemistry, Chemical and Biological Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, and Medicine at Northwestern, said, "If this translates to human patients, it's a really exciting advance. It would mean more effective chemotherapy, better response rates, and fewer side effects. That's always the goal with any sort of cancer treatment."One of the main issues in using chemo treatments can be the inability of the drug to dissolve properly. The body can't effectively absorb it. Drugs can clump together and remain solid, resulting in less than 1% dissolving into biological fluids. Thus, most drugs never actually reach their intended targets. Doctor with patient receiving treatment.Photo credit Canva With precision targeting, these nanomedicines result in minimal harm to patientsLeukemia cells in the blood and spleen were tested on mice. The chemotherapy payload is released directly into the cancer cell, eliminating targeted cells while the remaining healthy tissues stay unharmed. Talking about traditional chemotherapeutics destroying everything they come into contact with, Mirkin stated, "Our structural nanomedicine preferentially seeks out the myeloid cells. Instead of overwhelming the whole body with chemotherapy, it delivers a higher, more focused dose exactly where it's needed." Medication bottles.Photo credit Canva Nanoparticles and smart delivery are revolutionizing treatments from discovery to dosage to managementAdvancements through AI have been reducing the collateral damage to normal cells. A 2024 study in MDPI found that using AI helped predict when chemotherapy patients might start feeling worse. Doctors looking at patient symptoms with AI backing had a better understanding of who might need extra care, thus catching problems earlier, reducing pain and side effects, and helping the patients get the best care possible. A 2024 paper published by the Royal Society of Chemistry found that the physical and biological delivery of chemo is vastly improving. With better targeting, improved tumor microenvironment exploitation, and reduced toxicity, nanoparticle cancer therapies are more effective. Much of the advancement of treatment revolves around the innovation of existing medicines rather than creating wholly new chemotherapy drugs. A 2024 study in the National Library of Medicine approached the topic of gastric cancer, finding optimization was possible through targeted immunotherapy while refining the timing and regimens of the treatment. In its conclusions, the study stated, "Looking ahead, integration of molecular biomarkers, multidisciplinary care, and international collaboration will be key to refining treatment strategies and achieving personalized, evidence‐based care in gastric cancer."A 2025 article on reinventing chemotherapy published by Oxford Academic focused on the rapidly changing interest of the medical field in targeted therapy and immunotherapy. These new drugs are specifically engineered to attack the exact proteins or genes that drive cancer growth. It is believed these new systems will become the first-line treatment and replace much of the traditional chemotherapy practices.Cancer treatments are becoming increasingly integrated with multimodal therapies, including immunotherapy, targeted therapy, surgery, and radiation. Unfortunately, many of the breakthroughs have yet to be implemented on a large scale. Studies like the one conducted at Northwestern University could lead to patients facing less pain, fewer side effects, and better outcomes.Watch this fascinating video released by Northwestern University showing the chemotherapeutics release directly into the leukemia cells here: - YouTube www.youtube.com

These are tough times for many. With prices going up and jobs often hard to come by, some might wonder how they can save for the future—or, at the very least, stop feeling like they're throwing money away.The good news is that there are simple money-saving tips that actually work. In fact, they can be implemented instantly to get you on the road to cutting costs on a daily basis. - Vincent Chan gives money saving tips. www.youtube.com, Vincent Chan STOP "SUBSCRIPTION CREEP" Vincent Chan, economist and ex–Wall Street expert, has quite the following on YouTube where he makes videos designed to help guide people into smarter financial choices. One such tip is to cancel (or never subscribe to) a service with recurring automatic charges. (Of course, there will be certain things to which you do actually want to subscribe.)"Nearly half of people who start free trials forget to cancel and then otherwise get charged for it. Otherwise known as ‘subscription creep.’"But, he asks, "What can you do?" There are solutions. "The next time you pull the trigger for a trial or recurring purchase for a discount, immediately shout, 'Hey Siri, create a calendar event for six days and call it “cancel my oatmeal subscription.”’"He also adds that if you forget to cancel your trial subscription, "there's a 97 percent chance that the company will still refund you, if you let customer service know you just forgot." CUT UNNECESSARY INSURANCE In CNBC Editor Elizabeth Gravier's recent article, she spoke with debt-relief attorney Leslie Tayne, who had all kinds of expertise on how to stop wasting money. One such idea was cutting insurance that you don't need (and obviously keeping the ones you do).Tayne shares, "This is one that often goes overlooked because many often think the more insurance, the better. But certain forms of insurance are just not necessary for most people and can lead you to spend unnecessarily."She gives examples of insurances like "identity theft" (most credit cards and banks have that built into your account), "rental car" (most car insurance will cover an accident), and "travel" (she instead suggests using a travel credit card which covers trip cancellation and lost luggage). PAY OFF MORE THAN MINIMUM PAYMENT Many of us know this, but when it's time to pay a credit card bill, it can be enticing to pay the lowest amount necessary—aka the minimum payment due. But logically, one is just accruing interest, and obviously, the higher the balance, the more you're paying just to have a balance.Tayne suggests, "If the interest rate is in the double digits, it might be a good idea to pay more than the minimum to eliminate overall debt more quickly." BUY USED CARS INSTEAD How many times have we heard how quickly cars depreciate the minute you drive them off the lot? My pal, comedian Greg Warren, has a great joke that "old guys" who sit around talking about cars claim they depreciate "as soon as your dive it off the lot by 90 percent." See on Instagram Yahoo! Finance quotes billionaire businessman Warren Buffett in an article by Josephine Nesbit. She writes, "According to Kelley Blue Book, most new vehicles have a 20% drop in value in the first year. So instead of buying a new car, Buffett prefers to buy used vehicles at reduced prices."Buffett is quoted as saying, "The truth is, I only drive about 3,500 miles a year, so I will buy a new car very infrequently." STOP EXTENDED WARRANTIES Speaking of cars (and many other items), extended warranties are a waste of money, according to Chan. Though he notes, "There are some things that I think extended warranties are worth it for. But for most things, you can skip extended warranties."He notes a Consumer Reports survey which found, he says, "about half the people who do buy extended warranties never use them for repairs. And those that do use them often find that the cost of the warranty is about the same or more than the repair would have cost in the first place."He also points out the fine print: "Many extended warranties are also full of exclusions. They've got 'gotchas' or they require you to jump through 17 hoops to qualify for them."But he gives a list of three things you can do alternatively: "Double-check if your credit card offers free extended warranties for things you buy with the card." He notes that for items that aren't super expensive, the warranty isn't necessary, as it's just as easy to replace the item should it break. And lastly, "Take that money that you would have spent on a warranty and stash it into a CD or high-yield savings account, so on the off chance that something DOES break, you can just use that money—and the money that you gained—to pay for the fix." PLANNING AHEAD Gravier notes this tip, especially when traveling. Just a little extra pre-planning is all it takes. She shares Tayne's idea to "Look up gas prices online to find the cheapest prices. Gas stations very close to highway entrances and exits often charge much more than gas stations further away."Also, perhaps, "Pay checked bag fees on budget airlines, such as Frontier or Spirit, in advance. Paying to check bags after booking the flight can be significantly more expensive."She also advises to skip third-party providers: "Book any service or travel plans directly through the provider, rather than through a third party." Tayne is quoted as sharing, “Third parties may allow you to compare rates easily but may charge other fees during the booking process." A person runs through the airport. Giphy STAY IN While not everyone seeks as simple of a life as Warren Buffett, cutting spending on expensive “out on the town” meals is a great way to save. Nesbit notes, "Buffett has a very simple diet and doesn’t like to go out much."In fact, she says, in Alice Schroeder's biography The Snowball: Warren Buffett and the Business of Life, he's quoted as saying, “I like eating the same thing over and over and over again. I could eat a ham sandwich every day for fifty days in a row for breakfast."Again, that's not everyone's style. And it's certainly more than okay to treat yourself when the mood strikes—just be mindful that you're not living beyond your means. STOP SPENDING EMOTIONALLY Someone added a lot to their cart. Giphy GIF by Pudgy Penguins So many of us do it. When having a bad day, “put item in cart” seems like a lovely Band-Aid. But what Tayne calls "emotional spending" could be furthering debt issues, and this is a big one.Gravier writes, "Of course, there are going to be times when you want to treat yourself and buy something new—that’s human nature. But emotions change all the time, and you shouldn’t hand over the wheel or let them pull you in too many directions. That’s a surefire way to drain your resources."She quotes Tayne, who insists, "If emotional spending puts you into debt or throws your budget off, that’s not okay."But there are solutions. Gravier suggests, "Instead of yielding to every emotional impulse, try to spend on small things or something specific that you’ve budgeted for ahead of time so you don’t dig yourself in a hole. Always check the return policy, especially if you love to shop final sales."She further adds to avoid temptation by "removing shopping apps" and "unsubscribing from retailer emails." Your bank account will thank you in the long run.

The funny thing about growing up is that, for the most part, you think that everything about your life is normal. If you grow up incredibly rich, you think that’s how everyone else lives. If you grow up with very little, you think most people are in the same boat.When you get older and start making economic decisions for yourself, you start to have an inkling about how you grew up, especially when you hit the grocery store. Some people get older and are better off than they were raised, making them realize the meals they ate as a kid were designed to stretch the budget and not necessarily appeal to the palate.However, even if you don't have to eat cream chipped beef on toast or Kraft Macaroni & Cheese with hot dogs, there is something so comforting about these meals. Further, at a time when people are tightening their belts due to inflation, it may be a good idea to revisit some of these classic recipes to get through the month.A Redditor asked people to share the “poor person meals” they ate growing up, and it was a fun list of creative food options, with some very loose recipes for making them at home. 13 ‘poor person meals’ people ate as a kid that still sound pretty darn good right now1. Cinnamon toast"Cinnamon and brown sugar butter toast as a snack.""A few months ago, I came across a similar post, and it reminded me all over again of how awesome cinnamon toast is. I have now eaten it more than I care to admit, for both breakfast and sometimes for lunch."2. Honey sandwich"Honey sandwich. Was told it was just a snack or because we behaved well. Turned out we were super poor and that was my mom’s way of protecting us from knowing.""Put a mashed banana on it for even more yum."It's pretty easy to make a hot honey sandwich: toast some bread, heat some honey in the microwave, add butter and cinnamon, then drizzle it over your toast. - YouTube youtu.be 3. Butter noodles"Noodles and butter in college.""Variation: Ramen noodles, butter, and 1/2 packet of ramen seasoning.""Add Parmesan cheese and garlic if you’re fancy poor."4. Cowboy casserole"My mom used to take any leftover meat like the end of a meatloaf, a leftover pork chop, chicken breast and diced them up w onion. She'd simmer them in some tomato sauce and serve it over rice or egg noodles. All those flavors came together nicely.""This was cowboy casserole or Friday at our house.""Hobo hash at my house."5. Red beans, rice, and cornbread"Throw in some andouille and that’s a great meal no matter how rich you are.""Just load up those beans with Tony Chachere’s Creole Seasoning and slather the cornbread with salted butter. Bon appétit."6. Daddy's eggs"Just soft-boiled eggs over crumbled buttered toast. Lots of pepper. Whenever my dad made dinner it was 'Daddys Eggs' and we loved it. Always thought there was more to it than just that, but the extra love he put into it made it taste great.""My Nana made Nana's eggs, which were similar but with crackers instead of toast. I still make it for my kids."7. Fake crepes"Mixing flour and water (with a pinch of salt), cooked/fried like a crêpe in a pan. Whenever we did not have enough money to buy even the cheapest bread from the supermarket. It had the feeling of something "special": Fresh, still warm, hand made...""This is how you make old southern 'dumplings' that you put in soup. My grandmother used to make what she called 'turkey pot pie, ' which was sorta a turkey stock with these dumplings and potatoes. My dad still makes it after Thanksgiving."8. Kraft Mac & Cheese"I double the amount of butter, then use half & half instead of milk and melt the butter and heat the cream in the pan while the mac chills in the strainer for a minute... Mix it all together and it's extra creamy and delicious."Kraft Macaroni & Cheese has always been a staple in homes where money was tight. It debuted in 1937, when a family of four could have a filling meal for 19 cents. While the meal-in-a-box is popular in the United States, it's even more popular in Canada. Of the seven million boxes of macaroni and cheese sold every week across the globe, 1.7 million of those are purchased by Canadians.One of the hallmarks of eating on a budget is taking a box of Kraft Macaroni and Cheese and adding a little protein to make it more nutritious. Some of the most popular "fancy it up" staples are: bacon bits, ground beef or turkey, sliced hot dogs, tuna, and steamed broccoli or peas. If you want some more carbs to add to your macaroni, try crushed Ritz crackers, hot Cheetos, or fried onions.9. Ketchup and rice"I have some weird sensory issues that are still present today. And ketchup and Rice never did me wrong. Or hurt me. So ketchup is always alright in my book.""Okay, I’m in amazement right now. I used to eat this as a kid in the '80s, and it was awesome. When I tell people they’re like yuck, but it was yummy."10. Spamwiches"Chopped spam with shredded cheese and chopped pickles, ya pu it in a hot dog bun, wrap the whole sheebang in tinfoil and pop it in the oven. I know spam is conceptually gross, but spamwiches are great.""Our spamwiches were slices of spam browned in a pan, between two slices of white bread with mayo. Hit the spot.""My spamwiches as a kid were thinly sliced fried spam on a slice of bread with some yellow mustard. If it were white bread, even better, cause the leftover grease would flavor the bread better than it would if it were wheat bread (imo)."11. Mayo sandwich"Mayonnaise sandwich. Mayo and bread. That is the recipe.""We called that a Wish Sandwich cause you wish you had meat."12. Chicken a la King"We used to do this with a jar of chicken gravy, the cheapest frozen bag of mixed veggies, and pieces leftover from a rotisserie chicken. If we were feeling extra fancy, we’d bake up some Pilsbury crescents instead of toast.""One of my favorite meals, but not so cheap to make anymore!"Chicken a la king is often seen as food for folks on a budget because it became popular as canned, heated, and poured over toast. However, in the 1950s and '60s, it was a popular dish you'd eat at a restaurant, served with wine, often sherry or Madeira, added to the white sauce. At the height of its popularity, it was served out in a chafing dish with toast points or biscuits. In some places, it was served over noodles or rice.13. Goulash"Not sure if it'd be considered a poor person meal, but we'd have this concoction my grandad came up with and called goulash that was made with any leftover roast chicken, boiled rice, baked beans, fried onion, bacon, all mixed together, a bit of salt and pepper. It was basically a way of making a roast chicken stretch for three meals for a family of five, I think, but it was tasty!""My family (in the US) had something we called goulash, too: browned ground beef, macaroni noodles, and stewed (canned) tomatoes. Turns out it's nothing like traditional Hungarian goulash either, and I've often wondered how the recipe mutated over time and distance." - YouTube www.youtube.com

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