Here
are a few simple ways to plan ahead and save money!
Menu Plan
- Menu planning is the easiest and most effective way to cut your grocery
budget. When you plan your meals in advance, then you know exactly what
items you need and can easily stick to a list and a budget.
If
you plan on shopping weekly, go ahead and make a list of your family’s favorite
dinner meals. Then plan lunches, breakfasts, and snacks. Shop
through your refrigerator and pantry first to see what you already have on
hand. Then make a list and stick to it!
Make A Standard List -
We all have certain items that we purchase every single time we go to the
store. Milk, bread, and orange juice might be a staple in your
home. Make a basic list that you start from every week. That way
you know what needs to be replaced without wasting a lot of time starting from
scratch.
Check For Sales
- Most grocery stores put out their sales flyer each Wednesday. The
majority are also listed on the store’s website! Pull this up while
making your menus and plan around what is on sale. Great price on
chicken? Put that on your meal plan! You’ll save money and create
variety in your meals.
Purchase In-Season Produce
- Produce can be expensive but is important in creating healthy meals.
Lower your cost by only purchasing produce that is in season. Search
online for lists of seasonal produce to help you plan.
Use Coupons
- Many grocery stores will offer great coupons in their weekly circular or via
their frequent shopper programs. Make sure you sign up for those free
cards that are scanned at checkout since they can save you tons of money!
Check
out the coupons in the Sunday paper as well. Don’t just buy items because
you have a coupon though! Make sure it is something you will actually use
first or you won’t save much in the long run.
Skip Pre-Cut Items -
Prepared and Pre-Cut foods can cost twice as much as those your prepare
yourself. For example, wash and cut your own carrots rather than buying a
bag of baby carrots. You’ll save money and still get great food.
Shop As Little As Possible
- The more you go in the store, the more you will spend. Skip the
temptation by limiting your grocery shopping as much as possible.
The
key to saving on groceries is to be prepared! Check sales and coupons,
plan menus, and don’t go in the store without a list. These are just some ways you can trim your
budget in 2014!
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