Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 30, 2014

Grocery Shop. I know grocery shopping doesn’t sound like a lot of fun when you go away on vacation (you’re probably dreaming about not having to do that!), Even buying pre-made salads and entrees at the grocery store is substantially cheaper than eating out. Daily Deal Sites.

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Saving Money Money Food New York City 187

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 1, 2014

There were a few things that they did that you can do too, which will reduce your environmental impact and maybe even help your wallet: Bring Fabric Bags When Grocery Shopping. Many grocery chains have started to charge a small fee for plastic bags, too, and your savings can add up over time. Get Take Out/Eat Out Less.

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Documentary Eating Out Kids and Family Food and Drink 173

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 14, 2013

Maybe you don’t want to cook at all during your vacation or maybe eating out for every meal is beyond what your budget can handle. Before your trip, calculate the number of meals during your trip and decide how many will be eaten in and how often you will dine out. Create A Budget. We will be gone for 7 days.

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Vacation Saving Money Money Food and Drink 153

The Coupon Game

MAY 12, 2011

I notice I tend to desire to eat out more when the menu isn't planned, which in turn causes a higher cost in our food budget. So, here's my Menu Plan for the week: (We start on Thursdays because it's always been my grocery shopping day.) That needs to get nipped in the bud!

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Menu Planning Menu Plans A&W Homemade 49

The Frugal Girl

OCTOBER 30, 2023

I like to take a little walk during my lunch breaks whenever possible. And eating out wasn’t the exception for me then. We don’t eat out often, but I like to cook. What is the hardest part of being frugal: Lunch boxes. But grocery shopping and cooking do take a lot of time.

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Green And Frugal Home and Garden Lunch Lunches 207

Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

After looking at what I have on hand and what’s on sale, I come up with a few ideas for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. I make my grocery list based on that. When you get home from grocery shopping, prep everything you can before it goes in the fridge. Limit dining out and pack your lunch. Here’s why.

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Groceries Grocery Food and Drink Saving 52

Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

After looking at what I have on hand and what’s on sale, I come up with a few ideas for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. I make my grocery list based on that. When you get home from grocery shopping, prep everything you can. Limit dining out and pack your lunch. I pack his lunches in containers like this.

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Groceries Grocery Food and Drink Saving 52