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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." Stop wasting food. Doesn't that sound familiar? Produce Tips.

Economical 100

Economical Money Saving Groceries Grocery 100

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MARCH 23, 2011

I found some new ones recently in the clearance section of Kohl's and I retired some older, stained napkins to use in place of paper towels for smaller spills and to wipe messy little hands and faces. Instead of using aluminum foil or plastic wrap to cover casseroles and leftovers, store the food in re-usable containers.

Economical 185

Economical Kitchen Paper Groceries 185

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OCTOBER 14, 2013

Stop wasting food. After-Holiday clearance sales aren’t just about gift wrap. 31 Days to Find $1000 Kitchen Economics' Homemade Taco Seasoning. 10 Paper Products to Cross off your grocery list. Stock up and save with pre-holiday grocery sales. Shop at bread outlets. Make homemade bread crumbs from bread heels.

Grocery Spending 113

Grocery Spending Groceries Grocery Finds 113

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

At the same time I discovered Ina Garten roasting a chicken on the Food Network. Think of it as the clearance section of the meat department. I do the majority of my food shopping at Giant of PA or Weis Markets and even if meat is not on my grocery list, I always walk through the meat department to look for marked down bargains.

Freezers 100

Freezers Cooking Re-use Package 100

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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. Think of it as the clearance section of the meat department. Americans waste as much as $600 a year on food. Buy Marked Down Meat.

Saving Money 100

Saving Money Money Freezers Saving 100