Welcome to the Family Meals Project
The FMP is more than just a recipe website. Our mission is to bring our community members together to exchange ideas for planning, preparing and sharing healthy, budget-friendly meals.

Share food, have fun & plan thoughtful conversation. More…

Watch for Ferndale Family Meals workshops starting soon!

We partnered with other groups & promote a Healthy PNW future…. more:

A well-stocked pantry leads to well-planned meals. Read more…

Everyone lends a hand during Cook-Ins, Host one in your area. More…

Pizza Cook-Ins can be fun. easy and nutritious when….

This $10 meal was assembled from food in our pantry.,

Assemble your own spice and herb mixes. Our 5-part series will show you how.

Cooks often rely upon recipes to create a meal. But do you really need one?

There are several reasons for serving food “restaurant-style.” read more…

Have an emergency? Need a quick meal? Go to your cupboard for a “sponge.”

Find a local Food Co-op for organic fresh herbs, spices & mixes.

See our list of top 25 herbs and spices. Use them to vary your recipes.

Baked thighs and steamed veggies make for a budget-stretching meal.

Lisa Samuel, a registered dietitian taught three of our FMP pilot classes.

TV dinners are easy to make with planned-overs. Use oven-proof trays.

Download a free copy of Eat Well for Less on the book resources page..

Third post of basic recipes. See how simple it is to include pasta in your plan.

Buy ingredients that look like real food. Fresh natural foods have vital nutrients…

Use our 25 basic recipes. Change them to create thousands of variations.

Stretch your food dollars, Find a restaurant supplier open to the public..
Get Involved
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Start a Family Meals Project in your community
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Register and share your ideas in our forum
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Meet with your family to plan, prepare & share healthy meals
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Follow and post on Facebook and Twitter
We look forward to launching a new series of cooking events in Whatcom County and invite you to join our planning committee. Contact us…