One of the frugal ways I stretch out our grocery budget is through planning meals that will yield several meals. Buying 3 lb of ground meat can be cooked into a stir-fry with veggies, Mexican dishes (think burrito or tacos), and meatballs. I always buy a whole chicken (or two) for several reasons. First, I think that buying a whole chicken is more affordable especially if you know how to cut up…