As 2009 begins and we’re all watching our wallets, it’s obvious that this year will be one of many home cooked meals. With that in mind, spending more time in your kitchen means coming up with more recipes that are not only tasty, but nutritious.

Therefore, consider the following 11 foods to integrate into your diet. Many of them are not only amazing for your health, but easy on your pocketbook as well — cabbage, pumpkin, beets, to name a few.

Here’s to healthy meals on a budget.