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My #1 Tip for Trimming Grocery Spending

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My #1 tip for trimming grocery spending is an easy one: Serve simple, frugal, scheduled meals. By having a schedule and knowing what we usually eat, I can save money by buying many foods in bulk. Just be sure that your family will consume all of the food you purchase in bulk. Fruit (fresh, canned, frozen, or smoothies).

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How to Save Money on Groceries

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The freezer can be an important tool to saving money at the grocery store and it’s not just for saving leftovers. Ways to Use Your Freezer and Save: With the exception of maybe pasta dishes, a lot of food can be frozen. Batch cooking: Buy in bulk, batch cook, and freeze in portion sizes. Thaw as needed.

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How to Save Money on Groceries

Family Balance Sheet

The freezer can be an important tool to saving money at the grocery store and it’s not just for saving leftovers. Ways to Use Your Freezer and Save: With the exception of maybe pasta dishes, a lot of food can be frozen. Batch cooking: Buy in bulk, batch cook, and freeze in portion sizes. Thaw as needed.