Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 2, 2011

Groceries are the one area in our household budget that I feel like I have the most control over. The weeks that I take the time to plan the menu are the weeks that I have control over our spending. Menu planning saves me time. Menu planning saves my sanity. Menu planning saves me money.

Menu Planning 138

Menu Planning Menu Plans Economical Kitchen 138

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JANUARY 9, 2012

Did you resolve to lower your grocery expenses in 2012? It can be intimidating to think about, but your grocery bill is one of the easiest expenses to reduce. I started a new weekly series in 2011 called, Kitchen Economics. In the meantime, check out these popular posts that are full of tips to help you reduce your grocery bill.

Grocery Spending 159

Grocery Spending Groceries Grocery Menu Planning 159

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 9, 2011

I like coupons, but I am not the home manager who buys $200 worth of groceries for $4.35. But that doesn't mean I don't save a lot of money at the grocery store. Whether you are a coupon queen, king or clutz, there are many other ways to save money on groceries and coupons are not involved. I am not an extreme couponer.

Economical 164

Economical Saving Money Kitchen Money 164

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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. Some meal ideas that I have planned: A frittata with left-over baked ham and red pepper. crock pot chicken thighs.

Freezers 153

Freezers Economical Kitchen Shopping 153

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JANUARY 18, 2012

How can a girl make a grocery list when her cupboards look like this mess? A clean and organized pantry will make menu planning easier for me. I'm on a roll. I cleaned off my desk and reorganized our home office. Now I'm going through our kitchen cupboards--all in an attempt to make my life easier.

Economical 113

Economical Kitchen Organic Organization 113

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JANUARY 8, 2014

If there is one budget category that can quickly get out of control for me, it is GROCERIES. If I don’t plan our meals and my shopping list, I spend too much money and make too many extra stops to the grocery store during the week. 3 Reasons Why You Should Plan Your Meals: 1. Meal Planning Saves Time.

Meals 186

Meals Simple Menu Planning Menu Plans 186