Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 5, 2013

Eating out: our worst “frienemy” Saving busy professionals and parents from slaving in the kitchen after a long day at work, and bringing friends together, eating out is a cornerstone of our North American culture. So why do we eat out so often? We also grocery shop once per week.

Eating Out 222

Eating Out Restaurant Food and Wine Meals 222

The Coupon Game

MAY 12, 2011

I notice I tend to desire to eat out more when the menu isn't planned, which in turn causes a higher cost in our food budget. So, here's my Menu Plan for the week: (We start on Thursdays because it's always been my grocery shopping day.) That needs to get nipped in the bud!

Menu Planning 49

Menu Planning Menu Plans A&W Homemade 49

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

When I don’t plan, I make multiple trips to the store, eat out too often, and most certainly blow our budget. I also buy apples in bulk from a local orchard and make Homemade Sugar-Free Applesauce to eat year-round. There’s a reason why menu planning is #1 on this list. That is a lot of money, so I plan our meals.

Saving Money 130

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 130

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

When I don’t plan, I make multiple trips to the store, eat out too often, and most certainly blow our budget. I also buy apples in bulk from a local orchard and make Homemade Sugar-Free Applesauce to eat year round. Use the Cook Once, Eat Twice method to stock your freezer ahead of time with easy to thaw meals.

Saving Money 113

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 113