Couponing 101

MAY 20, 2019

There are countless causes of food waste, but the effects may be less well known. Wasted food can consume a good chunk of your budget, and it’s harmful to the environment. A few simple lifestyle changes are all you need to reduce your food waste, allowing you to save money and be kinder to Mother Earth.

Food Waste 79

Food Waste Food Leftovers Meals 79

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

Are you spending more at the grocery store lately? As my kids have grown into teenagers who eat as much as adults, I spend about $800-1000/month–this includes anything I buy at the grocery store, so it includes paper and cleaning products. of Agriculture, a US family of 4 discards around $1500 a year on food waste.

Saving Money 130

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 130

Saving Everyday

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

It helps reduce food waste and saves money by making the most of your ingredients. Try to include recipes with similar ingredients to use up everything you buy. Before going to the store, check what you already have in your pantry and fridge to avoid buying things you don’t need. Learn to love store brands.

Cooking 52

Cooking Budgeting Budget Leftovers 52

Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 27, 2023

You’d be amazed at the things people will buy. My niece goes to Goodwill and buys what I can only describe as bags of junk, and she makes a full-time income selling it on eBay. Pack your lunch, and focus on inexpensive meals like sandwiches and leftovers. Everyone in my family loves leftovers, so this one is easy for us!

Saving Money 52

Saving Money Budgeting Budget Money 52

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 14, 2018

I bought a store-made take & bake pizza for $5 and it was enough pizza for us each to have 2 slices. Monday: Leftover night! My family was not thrilled, but we need to reduce our food waste. Did you know you can save hundreds of dollars by reducing your food waste?!?! I freeze in 2 cup portions.

Budgeting 100

Budgeting Budget Food Waste Kids and Family 100

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 22, 2024

I have a rule now that if I want to buy a book, I need to donate one. 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. Easiest part of being frugal: Not buying things like junk food at the grocery store. I make bone broth now!

Rent 182

Rent Son Frugal Home and Garden 182

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

As my kids have grown into a teen and tween who eat as much as adults, I spend about $700/month–this includes anything I buy at the grocery store, so it includes paper and cleaning products. When I don’t plan, I make multiple trips to the store, eat out too often, and most certainly blow our budget. Utilize the Freezer.

Saving Money 113

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 113