The Frugal Girl

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

This is better than endless nights of eating out, but definitely not as frugal as an organized trip to Aldi. I spent $63 at Safeway, spread out between an embarrassing number of trips. Sunday Leftover sandwiches; they’re great reheated in the toaster oven on the air-fryer setting.

Safeway 208

Safeway Toaster Ovens Leftovers Toasters 208

The Coupon Game

MAY 12, 2011

It's been forever since I've posted a menu plan. Thus, the weekly menu has not been what it ought to be. 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. That needs to get nipped in the bud!

Menu Planning 49

Menu Planning Menu Plans A&W Homemade 49

Coupons Do Work

APRIL 14, 2015

They were the leftovers. I do the same thing AND my kids eat healthy! This is what I do: Step 1 : make a monthly menu plan and stick it on the fridge or the wall. Note: to see my example of a monthly menu plan, click here. Step 2: leftovers. any leftovers left and/or stockpile days.

Budgeting 100

Budgeting Budget Food Kids and Family 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

There’s a reason why menu planning is #1 on this list. When I plan a menu, my spending is generally under control. When I don’t plan, I make multiple trips to the store, eat out too often, and most certainly blow our budget. And I promise you that I do feed them–lol! Utilize the Freezer.

Saving Money 113

Saving Money Grocery Groceries Money 113

The Coupon Game

JUNE 16, 2011

Here's the Breakdown: Bakery Pizza Dough (2): $1.99 = Paid $3.98/2 Here's the Breakdown: Bakery Pizza Dough (2): $1.99 = Paid $3.98/2 TOTAL IN GROCERIES = $111.25 Total Savings in Coupons = $8.95 Total Savings in Advertised Sales = $30.39 TOTAL SAVINGS = $39.34 TOTAL OOP = $71.91 A Savings of 35%!! 75/1 Printable HERE = Paid $1.75/1

Publix 55

Publix Organic Organization A&W 55