Buying meat consumes a large part of many Americans budget. How can we reduce this expenditure? To save money, reduce the number of meals that include meat to 3-5 per week. Good substitutes are: soups, stews, casseroles, veggie or cheese pizza, egg and cheese dishes. Not only should you save money, but will probably experience at least one health benefit--weight loss.Gradually, introduce these changes into your meal plan. Not sure where to start, visit http://www.EatBetterAmerica.com for ideas. Keyword: meatless recipes.