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My #1 Tip for Trimming Grocery Spending

Family Balance Sheet

Homemade cookies ( Healthier Coconut Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies ). Fruit (fresh, canned, frozen, or smoothies). Yes, this does require time, but if you have more time than money, this works well. Our favorites are: Popcorn (air popped or made on the stove top are the most frugal). Muffins & other baked goods.

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Meet a Reader | Biker Liz

The Frugal Girl

On a recent trip that involved flying, I packed dry oats, dry chia seeds, frozen homemade applesauce, homemade cookies, a loaf of Jimmy John’s bread made into 3 salami sandwiches, and a bag of baby carrots. Pack what you can!