Stretch It, Save It, Store It: Making the Most of Your Food Dollar
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Making the Most of Your Food Dollar
With grocery prices still climbing, many families are looking for ways to make their food budgets go further without sacrificing nutrition or flavor. The good news is that practical, time tested kitchen skills can help you stretch every dollar and preserve the foods you love all year long.
That’s the goal of Stretch It, Save It, Store It, a new hands on series offered by N.C. Cooperative Extension this winter and spring. Led by Family & Consumer Sciences Agent Sarah Ware, each class focuses on simple, affordable ways to make your meals last longer, reduce food waste, and save money at the grocery store.
🍝 Homemade Pasta Class: From Pantry to Plate
- Wednesday, December 10 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. | Government Center | $10
- Thursday, December 12 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. | The Filling Station | $10
Learn how to make fresh pasta from just a few ingredients and how to dry and store it for future meals.
❄️ Freezer Meal Class: Freeze Now, Feast Later
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Thursday, January 15 | 10 a.m.–12 p.m. | Government Center | $15
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Thursday, January 8 | 10 a.m.–12 p.m. | The Filling Station | $15
Discover how to safely prepare, freeze, and label meals to save time and money on busy nights.
🌿 Herbs Class: Fresh Flavor on a Dime
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Thursday, February 19 | 10 a.m.–12 p.m. | Government Center | $5
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Thursday, February 12 | 10 a.m.–12 p.m. | The Filling Station | $5
Grow, dry, and store your own herbs to add flavor and nutrition to budget-friendly meals.
🍎 Dehydrating Class: Don’t Waste It, Dehydrate It!
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Thursday, March 26 | 10 a.m.–12 p.m. | Government Center | $10
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Thursday, March 19 | 10 a.m.–12 p.m. | The Filling Station | $10
Learn safe dehydration techniques to extend the shelf life of fruits, vegetables, and herbs.
🍓 Water Bath Canning Class: Preserve the Harvest Safely
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Thursday, April 23 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. | Government Center | $10
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Thursday, April 16 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. | The Filling Station | $10
Master safe water bath canning for jams, pickles, and salsas that capture the taste of spring.
🥕 Pressure Canning Class: Shelf Stable Savings
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Thursday, April 23 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. | Government Center | $10
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Thursday, April 16 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. | The Filling Station | $10
Gain confidence in pressure canning for meats, soups, and vegetables to build your own shelf stable pantry.
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Each class includes live demos, food safety guidance, and practical take home skills that can help families save hundreds of dollars each year.
“These workshops bring food preservation and smart shopping back to the heart of the community,” says Ware. “It’s about learning to use what you have, reduce waste, and feel more confident in your kitchen.”
Space is limited and pre-registration is required.
For questions email Sarah Ware at Sarah_Ware@ncsu.edu.
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