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

By comparison, 29% of people without children have switched to lower quality food to cope with rising prices.

Despite the current rising costs of groceries, O Organics has enabled families to consistently enjoy high-quality, affordable organic foods for nearly two decades. With a focus on great taste and health, O Organics offers a wide range of options for budget-conscious consumers.

O Organics launched in 2005 with 150 USDA-certified organic products, but now offers over 1,500 items, from fresh organic fruits and vegetables to organic milk and meat, certified organic cage-free eggs, organic snacks, organic baby food and more. This gives families the opportunity to make a wider range of recipes with organic ingredients than ever before.

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"We believe every customer should have access to affordable organic options that support healthy lifestyles and diverse shopping preferences," said Jennifer Saenz, EVP and Head of Official Merchandising at Albertsons, one of the many stores you can find. O Organic products. “Over the years, we've made organic foods more accessible by expanding O Organic in every aisle in our stores, making it possible for health- and budget-conscious families to include organic food in every meal.”

With the help of our friends at O Organics, Upworthy looked at the wide range of produce available at our local grocery store and came up with some delicious, affordable and healthy snacks.

Here are 3 meals for a family of 4 that are $7 and under, per serving. (Note: prices may vary by location and are calculated before sales tax.)

O Organic Tacos and Refried Beans ($6.41 per serving)

Few dishes can make a family rush to the dinner table quite like tacos. Here's a healthy and affordable way to enjoy your family's Taco Tuesdays.

Preparation time: 2 minutes

Cooking time: 20 minutes

Total time: 22 minutes

Ingredients:

1 pound O Organic Grass Fed Ground Beef ($7.99)

1 package O Organic Taco Seasoning ($2.29)

O Mexican Style Organic Blended Cheese ($4.79)

O Organic Chunky Salsa ($3.99)

O Organic Taco Shells ($4.29)

1 can O Organic Refried Beans ($2.29)

GUIDELINES:

1. Cook the minced meat in a pan over medium heat until completely browned; trim off any excess fat.

2. Add 1 packet of taco seasoning to the beef along with the water [and cook as directed].

3. Add the taco meat to the shell, top with cheese and salsa as desired.

4. Heat refried beans in a pot until cooked, serve alongside tacos, topped with cheese.

O Mexican Style Organic Blended Cheese.via O Organics

O Organic Hamburger Chowder ($4.53 per serving)

Busy parents will love this recipe that allows them to prepare in the morning and then serve a delicious, slow-cooked stew after work.

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Cooking time: 7 hours

Total time: 7 hours 15 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1 pound O Organic Grass Fed Ground Beef ($7.99)

1 ½ pounds O Organic Golden Fries ($4.49)

3 O Organic Carrots ($2.89)

1 tablespoon of onion powder

I can O Organic Tomato Paste ($1.25)

2 glasses of water

1 yellow onion, diced ($1.00)

1 clove of garlic ($50)

1 spoon of salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

2 tablespoons Italian seasoning or oregano

Instructions:

1. Cook the minced meat in a pan over medium heat until completely browned; trim off any excess fat.

2. Transfer the cooked meat to a slow cooker with the potatoes, onions, carrots and garlic.

3. Mix the tomato paste, water, salt, pepper, onion powder and Italian seasoning in a separate bowl.

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

5. Cover the slow cooker with a lid and place on low for 7 to 8 hours, or until the potatoes are tender. Pour into a bowl and enjoy!

O Organics baby gold potatoes.via O Organics

O Organic Beef and Pasta Casserole ($4.32 per serving)

This one pan dish is for all Italian lovers looking for a hearty, flavorful and flavorful comfort dish that takes less than 30 minutes to prepare.

Preparation time: 2 minutes

Cooking time: 25 minutes

Total time: 27 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1 pound O Organic Grass Fed Ground Beef ($7.99)

1 tablespoon. olive oil

2 tablespoons of dried basil

1 tablespoon of garlic powder

1 can O Organic Diced Tomatoes ($2.00)

1 can O Organic Tomato Sauce ($2.29)

1 tablespoon O Organic Tomato Paste ($1.25)

2 1/4 cups of water

2 cups O Organic Rotini Pasta ($3.29)

1 cup O Organic Mozzarella Cheese ($4.79)

GUIDELINES:

1. Cook the mince 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. Mix with 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 let cool.

O Organics pasta sauce with tomato basil and extra virgin olive oil.via O Organics