Here’s what people had to say:
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Some of the larger cuts of meat can also be really helpful.
Sometimes I can get a 15lb loin of pork shoulder for as low as $1.30/lb.
“Plan my meals around affordable staples (and stockpile on sale).
Plan my treats around sales.”
“Buy what’s on sale but don’t have a fixed shopping list.
Basically, whatever deals and coupons are on the front page of the flyer.
Stock up when things are on sale.
“Leftovers, leftovers, leftovers, learn to love them.
We eat them all the time.
I truly appreciate them.
Grew up pretty hungry.
I give a shot to make a game out of using all of the leftovers.
I’m not 100% successful, but it’s fun and frugal.”
“Look out for clearance items.
Items which may be expiring soon are sometimes discounted.”
“Only buy what you will eat.
Be serious about what you will and wont eat.
My grandma taught me that anytime I throw food away, I should envision myself throwing out money instead.
“I have a vacuum sealer and buy meats in bulk, especially when they go on sale.
We buy the cheaper ones at Winco and get the rest at Walmart.
“No single serve (like applesauce, drinks, snacks) things at home.
Ounce for ounce, it always costs more.”
“We switched to a mostly plant-based diet.
Or, you’re free to significantly reduce your meat portion by supplementing with plant protein.”
We are eating low-calorie, high-protein, and I would like to stay under a budget of ____.
“I always buy generic.
Some generics are exactly the same as name brands, and the majority of them are perfectly fine.
Especially since the name brands have also declined in quality.”
“This one takes a little time, but I suspect it will yield results for everyone.
So my best tip is: knowledge is power; get the data!”
Start meal plans by looking at what you have and using that in meals the next week.
Go through sales to meal plan based on that.
Breads, pastries, etc, freeze wonderfully.”
“Focus on proteins, whatever your choice is (plant-based, meat, etc).
Its the main focus of most meals.
Then, raid your pantry/freezer for seasonings and side dishes to add to the meal.
Boom, dinner for weeks.
If youre feeling fancy, get some lemon pepper seasoning.
Is it new and exciting every night?
But its easy.”
“My best decision after having kids was getting a CSA (community-supported agriculture) box subscription.
Thats a local farm box every week, with varied produce based on whats growing that week.
I get to pay for the share amount that I want, i.e.
a share for four to six people, and the produce is fresh and locally grown.
