Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

When finances are tight, often the only area we can control is our food spending. While my husband works hard to bring the money in, my job is to make it go as far as it can while feeding our family healthy meals. Today I’d like to share what works for our family. Tacos, Burritos, & Quesadillas.

Grocery Spending 246

Grocery Spending Grocery Groceries Food and Drink 246

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 14, 2016

Wednesday: When I was planning this week’s menu, I knew that I would be working an unusually late night, so I planned the lasagna for Tuesday knowing that it would cover us for two dinners. Saturday: I batch cooked taco meat a few weeks ago and stored in the freezer. My big shopping trip this week was at Giant Food Stores.

Grocery Spending 100

Grocery Spending Grocery Groceries Raisin Bran 100

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MAY 4, 2016

31 Days to Slash your Grocery Spending. Along with your orderly kitchen, you should also have an inventory of the food that you have on hand. Today, we’re going to plan meals using those inventories of foods you found in your pantry, fridge, and freezer. Today is Day 4 and your assignment: Pantry Challenge.

Groceries 100

Groceries Grocery Budgeting Budget 100

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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. Not only do I need to get control of our grocery spending again, but I also am challenging myself with a new budget for January. Pick a meal planning day that works best for you.

Meals 186

Meals Simple Menu Planning Menu Plans 186

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MAY 16, 2016

Day 16 of 31 Days to Slash your Grocery Spending: Avoid Food Waste. family of four discards around $1,500 a year on food. family of four discards around $1,500 a year on food. Imagine saving your family’s budget $1500 a year just by being more aware of your food waste and taking action to stop it.

Food Waste 165

Food Waste Kitchen Leftovers Food 165