This 4-year-old’s reaction is the same as all of us after a long day.

Over the past few years, rising supermarket prices have forced many families to compromise on the quality of ingredients when shopping for meals. A recent study published by Supermarket News found that 41% of families with children were more likely to switch to lower quality food products to cope with inflation.

In comparison, 29% of childless people have switched to lower quality food products to cope with price increases.

Despite the current increase in the cost of food, ABOUT Organics has been enabling families to consistently enjoy high-quality, organic meals at affordable prices for almost two decades. With a focus on great taste and health, ABOUT Organics offers a wide range of options for budget-conscious consumers.

ABOUT Organics launched in 2005 with 150 USDA Certified Organic products, but now offers more than 1,500 products, from fresh organic fruits and vegetables to organic dairy and meats, cage-free certified organic eggs, organic snacks, organic baby food and more. This gives families the opportunity to create a wider variety of recipes with organic ingredients than ever before.

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“We believe every customer should have access to affordable, eco-friendly options that support healthy lifestyles and diverse shopping preferences,” said Jennifer Saenz, executive vice president and chief merchandising officer at Albertsons, one of the many stores where you can find ABOUT Organic Products. “Over the years we have made organic food more accessible by expanding ABOUT Organic products are available in every aisle of our stores, so health- and budget-conscious families can include organic foods in every meal.”

With some help from our friends at ABOUT Organics, Upworthy looked at the wide variety of products available at our local store and created delicious, affordable, and healthy meals.

Here are 3 meals for a family of 4 that cost $7 or less per serving. (Note: Prices may vary by location and are before sales tax.)

ABOUT Organic’s Tacos and Refried Beans ($6.41 per serving)

Few foods can bring the family together like tacos. Here’s a healthy and inexpensive way to spice up your family’s Taco Tuesdays.

Preparation time: 2 minutes

Cooking time: 20 minutes

Total time: 22 minutes

Ingredients:

1 pound ABOUT Grass-Fed Ground Beef ($7.99)

1 pack ABOUT Organics Taco Seasoning ($2.29)

ABOUT Organics Mexican-Style Cheese Blend ($4.79)

ABOUT Organics Chunky Salsa ($3.99)

ABOUT Organic Taco Shells ($4.29)

1 can ABOUT Organic Refried Beans ($2.29)

Instructions:

1. Fry the ground meat in a pan over medium heat until well browned; remove excess fat.

2. Add 1 packet of taco seasoning to the beef, cover with water (and cook according to recipe).

3. Add taco meat to shell, sprinkle with cheese and salsa of your choice.

4. Heat refrigerate beans in a saucepan until cooked, serve with tacos, sprinkling with cheese.

O Organics, a Mexican style cheese blend.via O Organics

ABOUT Organic Goulash Burgers ($4.53 per serving)

Busy parents will love this recipe, which lets them make it in the morning and then serve it after work as a delicious, slow-cooked meal.

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Cooking time: 7 hours

Total time: 7 hours 15 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1 pound ABOUT Grass-Fed Ground Beef ($7.99)

1 ½ pounds ABOUT Organics Gold Potatoes ($4.49)

3 ABOUT Organic Carrots ($2.89)

1 teaspoon onion powder

I can ABOUT Organics Tomato Paste ($1.25)

2 cups of water

1 yellow onion, diced ($1.00)

1 clove garlic ($0.50)

1 teaspoon of salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

2 teaspoons of Italian seasoning or oregano

Instructions:

1. Fry the ground meat in a pan over medium heat until well browned; remove excess fat.

2. Place the cooked meat in the slow cooker along with the potatoes, onion, carrots and garlic.

3. In a separate bowl, mix tomato paste, water, salt, pepper, onion powder and Italian seasoning.

4. Pour the prepared sauce over the ingredients in the slow cooker and mix thoroughly.

5. Cover the slow cooker with a lid and set on low for 7 to 8 hours, or until potatoes are tender. Transfer to bowls and enjoy!

O Organics baby gold potatoes.via O Organics

ABOUT Ground Beef and Organics Pasta Skillet ($4.32 per serving)

This one-pot dish is for all Italian food lovers looking for a juicy, cheesy, flavorful dish that takes less than 30 minutes to make.

Preparation time: 2 minutes

Cooking time: 25 minutes

Total time: 27 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1 pound ABOUT Grass-Fed Ground Beef ($7.99)

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 teaspoons dried basil

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 can ABOUT Organic Chopped Tomatoes ($2.00)

1 can ABOUT Organics Tomato Sauce ($2.29)

1 tablespoon ABOUT Organics Tomato Paste ($1.25)

2 1/4 cups of water

2 cups ABOUT Organic Rotini Pasta ($3.29)

1 cup ABOUT Organics Mozzarella Cheese ($4.79)

Instructions:

1. Brown the ground beef in a pan, breaking it up as it cooks.

2. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and garlic powder

3. Add tomato paste, sauce and diced tomatoes to the pan. Stir in water and bring to a gentle boil.

4. Add the pasta to the pan, making sure it is well coated. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. Remove the lid, sprinkle with cheese and leave to cool.

Tomato sauce with basil and extra virgin olive oil by O Organics.via O Organics