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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

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JANUARY 8, 2014

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. 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.

Meals 186

Meals Simple Menu Planning Menu Plans 186

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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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MARCH 9, 2011

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. When I don't plan, I am sure to blow the budget. That is a lot of money, so I plan a menu.

Economical 164

Economical Saving Money Kitchen Money 164

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NOVEMBER 24, 2014

If you are hosting or just taking a dish, I put together a comprehensive post last year to help you make the day stress-free, Thanksgiving Menu Planning Tips & Recipe Ideas. I then use the leftovers for my meal planning. Kitchen Economics Saving Money - During the Holidays' Please share in the comments.

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Thanksgiving Dinner Leftovers Menu Planning 124