Budget conscious meal planning for the beginning prepper, or just to keep the family budget under control. Having a standard rotation of budget friendly, base meals stockpiled is a great way to take control of the family food budget. It also provides a peace of mind knowing that those inevitable bumps in the road that come to us all won't impact your family's sense of security. Well planned, basic meals can be simple enough for even the kids to pitch in confidently in the area of meal preparation.