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I threw the Menu Plan out.

The Coupon Game

Last week I had a fully planned-out Menu Plan , and instead decided to take a last minute trip to visit my family. So, we'll be incorporating last week's menu plan for this week. Check out last week's Menu Plan HERE. It was a much needed time away from the routine of everyday.

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Menu Plan Thursday

The Coupon Game

As you all know, I typically do my grocery shopping on Thursdays, therefore, that is also the day that I plan my weekly menu. You'll see my grocery photo and breakdown soon.) For my menu planning, I start by scouring my freezer, fridge, and pantry to see what I have on-hand already. but I know we ate!

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Eleven Tips for Easier Menu Planning | Kitchen Economics Link-Up

Family Balance Sheet

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.

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10 Ways to Save at Giant Food Stores

Family Balance Sheet

As the home manager, my mission is to serve my family quality and tasty food on our limited budget. GIANT Food Stores of PA has been part of my weekly grocery shopping routine for years. Shop the sales flyer. Focus on what’s on sale when you write your menu plan each week. Shop the Loss Leaders.

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Simple Ways to Save on Family Dinner

Saving Cents With Sense

Thanks to Brittany for this guest post on ways to save on a family dinner. Anyone who has gone grocery shopping for their household knows that feeding the family can get expensive. According to a 2012 Gallop Poll, the average American family spends about $150 a week on food alone! Start Menu Planning.

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How to Save Money on Groceries

Family Balance Sheet

However, it can be an easy budget category to manage, but it takes some planning, skill, and organization. How to Save Money on Groceries. There’s a reason why menu planning is #1 on this list. When I plan a menu, my spending is generally under control. It’s a constant challenge to keep them fed!

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Easy & Budget Friendly Meal Planning

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Easy & Budget Friendly Meal Planning. Build A Menu will plan a variety of meals taking advantage of store sales , making it quick and easy for you to choose what your family will enjoy that week, and prepare an itemized grocery shopping list organized by category ready for you to print and use.

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