Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 2, 2011

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. Sure, there is time spent upfront; about 30 minutes for me each Sunday when I plan my menu and make a grocery list.

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. While you're at it, make a list of what you have on hand and try to eat through the list. crock pot chicken thighs.

Freezers 153

Freezers Economical Kitchen Shopping 153

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 9, 2011

And stores like CVS and Rite Aid make it very easy for all types of shoppers to buy these products for pennies or FREE. Menu Plan As I have written before, groceries are the one category that I feel like I have the most control over when it comes to spending. When I plan a menu, my spending is generally under control.

Economical 164

Economical Saving Money Kitchen Money 164

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 24, 2014

That would make me crawl under my bed, but she’s a complete pro at handling so many people. She roasts the turkey and makes the stuffing and gravy and everyone who is coming will bring a dish. I then use the leftovers for my meal planning. Kitchen Economics Saving Money - During the Holidays'

Thanksgiving 124

Thanksgiving Dinner Leftovers Menu Planning 124

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 18, 2012

Now I'm going through our kitchen cupboards--all in an attempt to make my life easier. 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.

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. Eleven Simple Tips For Easier Menu Planning. Did you make a goal for 2012 to lower your grocery spending? Every Wednesday, I post a quick tip to help you save money in the kitchen. Buttermilk Substitute.

Grocery Spending 159

Grocery Spending Grocery Groceries Menu Planning 159

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 8, 2014

To achieve those goals I need to review our spending to see where I can make some cuts. 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