Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

Everyone chips in though, but my mom and two aunts cook the bulk of the food. Saturday: I am roasting a turkey for my family, mostly for the leftovers, but also so the 4 of us can sit down as a family for a big meal. My mother hosted her side of the family. Friday: Soup and grilled cheese night.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 9, 2013

For Easter, we were able to cut the cost of our dinner by doing some things that we will repeat for Christmas: Bulk Shop. I am normally not a fan of bulk shopping at places like Costco. Being that there are only two of us in our household, we never use up bulk groceries before they go bad, making it a wasteful endeavour.

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Saving Everyday

JUNE 1, 2023

I am a fan of leftovers, so I always make enough for at least two meals. Frozen foods can be your best friend when shopping and cooking for one person. Buy in bulk. The prices on bulk food items can give you sticker shock, but buying exactly what you need from the bulk section is often cheaper than buying a whole package.

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Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

Like housing, utilities, and insurance, food is a major expense you can’t go without. Reducing your food expenses is one of the best ways to reduce your overall spending and find extra money in your budget ! Consistently using things you already have not only saves money but also prevents food waste. Repurpose leftovers.

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Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

Like housing, utilities, and insurance, food is a major expense you can’t go without. Reducing your food expenses is one of the best ways to reduce your overall spending and find extra money in your budget ! Consistently using things you already have not only saves money but also prevents food waste. Repurpose leftovers.

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Groceries Grocery Food and Drink Saving 52

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

of Agriculture, a US family of 4 discards around $1500 a year on food waste. Imagine saving your family’s budget $1500 a year just by being more aware of your food waste and taking action to stop it. Designate one night a week as “raid the fridge’ night to get rid of leftovers. You’ll be thankful later. Utilize the Freezer.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 17, 2012

For the past year or so, I’ve been doing a lot of research and have been picking my friends’ brains about health, wellness, and real food. One of the biggest myths about couponing is that there are no coupons for healthy foods. How to Save on Whole Foods. Thankfully, I’m always up for a challenge.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 5, 2012

Zero-waste is a concept that the very idea of waste should be eliminated; instead, any and all products, resources, materials, and leftovers should be returned for further use in the same or in a different capacity. Pick up some reusable containers and shop in bulk for everything possible. Here are some tips to help you get started.

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Saving Cents With Sense

NOVEMBER 14, 2012

I love to buy in bulk when I find a good deal – we actually found a great deal on an extra freezer years ago and I keep all my extra food there. But one thing I have always wanted to help keep my food even longer, especially when making meals ahead of time is a Vacuum Sealer System. Freeze leftovers so nothing goes to waste.

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The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 22, 2024

I also will pay more for some specialty food items, as I have several food allergies to deal with, and we eat a no-sugar diet. I also splurge on our cat’s special allergen-reducing food, which makes it possible for Ms. Easiest part of being frugal: Not buying things like junk food at the grocery store. Try things!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 12, 2012

This week I received a question from a reader asking how to shop for food for one. Here is Emily’s question: I would like to know if you have any advice or tips for being frugal with food when living alone. Most foods you buy in the grocery store are sized for 2-4 people. You just have to look.

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Couponing 101

MARCH 22, 2019

So, you read the post about buying meat in bulk to save money , and now you’ve got a ton of meat to freeze. You can also use FoodSaver to store prepped meals, leftovers, and produce in the fridge for up to a few weeks, rather than the one-week maximum you should usually abide by for refrigerated foods.

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Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

A nice way to keep those bulk foods you buy (to save money of course!) This is an way of organizing your condiments, PLUS you’re using leftover egg crates! Such a cute way to reuse toilet paper rolls (or even paper towel rolls if you have longer cords). Plus, it makes everything look so much neater!

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2016

While I have success finding coupons in the Sunday paper and online printing sources, like Coupons.com for hygiene, paper, and cleaning products, food is another story. I don’t find too many coupons for foods that we eat and I only save about $3-5 in paper coupons on each weekly shopping trip, which is hardly extreme.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

of Agriculture, a US family of 4 discards around $1500 a year on food waste. Imagine saving your family’s budget $1500 a year just by being more aware of your food waste and taking action to stop it. Designate one night a week as “raid the fridge’ night to get rid of leftovers. You’ll be thankful later. Utilize the Freezer.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

I’m on a mission to eat well and serve my family tasty food on our limited budget. The ‘buy’ price is the price per unit that you are willing to spend on food. Buy in Bulk and Freeze in Portion Sizes. Freeze Your Leftovers. Americans waste as much as $600 a year on food.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 31, 2013

According to a 2012 Gallop Poll, the average American family spends about $150 a week on food alone! This may sound counterintuitive, but you actually save money when you buy in bulk. Casseroles are another great way to use leftovers from another meal. Start Menu Planning. There’s still meat on that bone!

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Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 24, 2014

Today’s post is all about delicious food gifts! The Auto Canner allows consumers to autopreserve foods at the peak of their freshness with the touch of a button. Purchase Information: Stores carrying natural food products, as well as on Amazon.com. Here is a cool assortment of items for just about anyone on your list.

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Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 6, 2023

This recipe only uses 8 ounces of dry pasta, but we bulk it up with veggies, tuna, and a killer sauce. Add the cottage cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon, vinegar, and seasonings to a small food processor or blender. Have you ever eaten leftover cold pasta salad, and the pasta seemed a bit undercooked? Start with the sauce.

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Couponing 101

APRIL 16, 2019

This is key in order to save money on food and drinks. If your child is pretty young or doesn’t have an opinion, I like to do a color themed party so that I can use any leftovers for future parties! Buying party supplies in bulk is such a helpful way to save money. Time it Carefully. Shop Throughout The Year.

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For the Mommas

JANUARY 2, 2016

1) Leftover cookies make excellent pie crusts for cream pies. When you have a few cookies leftover, put them in a plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin. They can be used when washing items like stuffed animals in the washing machine or you can reuse them to store other fruits and vegetables that you buy in bulk.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 14, 2013

Food is usually our the biggest expenditure during our vacation and thankfully our beach condo will have a kitchen. For lunch, we usually pack a cooler with food each day that we are at the beach and eat out somewhere for lunch on the one day when we need a sun-break. What Are Your Non-Food Needs? Create a Meal Plan.

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For the Mommas

OCTOBER 6, 2015

Leftover cookies make excellent pie crusts for cream pies. When you have a few cookies leftover, put them in a plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin. They can be used when washing items like stuffed animals in the washing machine or you can reuse them to store other fruits and vegetables that you buy in bulk.

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Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 10, 2015

One of them suggested using leftover pumpkin pie in smoothies – genius! Check out this article for more ideas on how to use your holiday food leftovers! My family regularly requests my black bean brownies , but today I decided to change them up and add some leftover pumpkin puree I saved from Thanksgiving.

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Frugal Luxuries

JULY 6, 2011

My Gift and Craft Pantries are often bulging by the time winter arrives, which allows me to spend the bulk of my time during the holidays savoring the joy of organizing gift boxes and baskets, baking and putting the finishing touches on the gifts that I make. Painted the clean, dry lids with leftover white spray paint. Katie LOVES it!)

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For the Mommas

SEPTEMBER 6, 2015

In interviews, ill people answered questions about foods eaten and other exposures in the week before their illness began. Federal and state authorities identified clusters of people made ill in separate geographic areas and worked to trace the distribution of the food they ate back to a common supplier.

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