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

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 8, 2012

The next time you make your menu plan and grocery list, instead of glancing through the sales circulars for ideas, challenge yourself to see what's lurking in your freezer and pantry. I also realized that I have plenty of food to get us through the week without a major trip to the store. crock pot chicken thighs.

Freezers 153

Freezers Economical Kitchen Shopping 153

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 9, 2011

But I find food products to be a different story. Boxed, processed food coupons are very easy to find, but I try to limit those foods in our diet, so I really have a hard time finding coupons for food that we do eat. When I plan a menu, my spending is generally under control. The same goes for junk food.

Economical 164

Economical Saving Money Kitchen Money 164

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 18, 2012

We don't have a pantry closet, so I use several cupboards in my kitchen for food storage and some shelves in my garage for any overflow. Because of my lack of space, I am more of a ‘shop as I need’ kind of person and I use the sales flyers to plan a week’s menu. Place your foods near the spot where they are used.

Economical 113

Economical Kitchen Organic Organization 113

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 9, 2012

I started a new weekly series in 2011 called, Kitchen Economics. Easy Summer Menu Planning. How to Save Money on Organic Food. My Menu/Grocery List Clipboard. Stop Wasting Food. Eleven Simple Tips For Easier Menu Planning. Batch Cooking and Freezing: Chicken Breasts for Future Use.

Grocery Spending 159

Grocery Spending Grocery Groceries Menu Planning 159

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 8, 2014

Over the holidays, I wasn’t as diligent with my meal planning and our grocery bill went over what I budget for food. 3 Reasons Why You Should Plan Your Meals: 1. On hectic mornings, life is so much easier when breakfast is planned and there are ingredients on hand. Plan for All Seven Days.

Meals 186

Meals Simple Menu Planning Menu Plans 186