Family Balance Sheet
JANUARY 10, 2013
A couple of years ago, I coined the term, Kitchen Economics , after I read a dictionary definition of the word "economics" : "the science that deals with the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services, or the material welfare of humankind." 35 Money-Saving Grocery Tips to Help You Reduce Your Grocery Budget.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JULY 18, 2012
My husband and I live within our means and budget and hope our children will learn from example. It’s Not Just Important for Children Currently, I’m getting a crash course in just how vital budgeting, preparing and planning for the future is to the stability of your financial future. So, how have you budgeted for life?
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Family Balance Sheet
MARCH 2, 2011
Groceries are the one area in our household budget that I feel like I have the most control over. I am always looking for great sales on our staples like chicken, turkey, fruits, vegetables, bread. But that one week where I don’t menu plan or do a shoddy job on it is the week that I’ll blow my budget. Develop a system.
Family Balance Sheet
MARCH 9, 2011
When I don't plan, I am sure to blow the budget. When organic bread is on sale, I stock up and store in the freezer. I buy store brand versions of many things from butter, flour and sugar to pretzels, bread, canned tomatoes and aluminum foil. When I plan a menu, my spending is generally under control.
The Frugal Girl
JANUARY 9, 2024
I use a grain mill to grind grain for our sourdough bread. The grain mill was an investment but if you compare the cost of homemade sourdough bread to store bought loaves of equivalent quality, it’s a huge savings. I wouldn’t be surprised if we’ve broken even already on that one!
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
DECEMBER 21, 2011
However, unless you are careful, those baked goods can break the budget. To be economical, avoid the special flours, the real butter, chocolate, nuts and other special ingredients. Pumpkin bread. Homemade yeast breads topped with poppy seeds make a large, wonderful and welcome gift when wrapped in clear wrap and tied with a bow.
Family Balance Sheet
OCTOBER 14, 2013
If there is one line item in everyone’s budget that can get out of control it is groceries. Groceries can get out of control fast, but all it takes for you to get your grocery spending in line with your budget is PLANNING. Shop at bread outlets. Make homemade bread crumbs from bread heels. It takes planning!
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