Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 2, 2011

The weeks that I take the time to plan the menu are the weeks that I have control over our spending. The weeks were I don’t menu plan are the weeks that I’m at the grocery store multiple times or we get take out multiple times, leading to an out of control grocery spending. Menu planning saves me time.

Menu Planning 138

Menu Planning Menu Plans Economical Kitchen 138

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. What I Spent So I went to pull together my grocery spending for the week and I realized that it’s all quick trips to Safeway.

Safeway 208

Safeway Toaster Ovens Leftovers Toasters 208

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

Groceries is one budget category that can get out of control very quickly, and that’s before inflation. However, it can be an easy budget category to manage, but it takes some planning, skill, and organization. There’s a reason why menu planning is #1 on this list. Save Big on Organic Foods.

Saving Money 130

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 130

The Coupon Game

JUNE 16, 2011

In my attempt to continue to work toward eating healthier and providing healthier options for my family, I have tried to choose all natural and organic foods this week. I'm not sure if it will become a permanent change, but I'm hoping to keep working in this direction. Here's the Breakdown: Bakery Pizza Dough (2): $1.99 = Paid $3.98/2

Publix 55

Publix Organic Organization A&W 55

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Groceries is one budget category that can get out of control very quickly. However, groceries is also an easy budget category to control, but it takes some planning, skill, and organization. Personally, if I don’t make a shopping list and plan my meals, my grocery budget is toast. Save Big on Organic Foods.

Saving Money 113

Saving Money Grocery Groceries Money 113

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 8, 2014

If pork tenderloins are on sale, my menu will include Roasted Garlic & Herb Pork Tenderloin and I’ll use the leftovers on another night for tacos. Keep your pantry, freezer and refrigerator organized. Develop a system for your menu and shopping list. Plan for All Seven Days.

Meals 186

Meals Simple Menu Planning Menu Plans 186