Saving Cents With Sense
SEPTEMBER 5, 2013
Getting Started: Menu Planning Basics. An easy fix to the meal scramble and wonder of what to put on the table, is the option of menu planning. Meal Planning can be done in many different ways and customized to however your family eats. Menu Planning Basics. The question of “What’s for dinner?”
The Frugal Girl
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
We did Thankful Thursday on Thanksgiving, and today we’re doing WIS, WWA on Black Friday. Monday I had a free frozen pizza from Safeway sitting in my chest freezer, so that’s what we ate! Obviously, you could give the gift card as a gift, but you could also use it as you buy Christmas gifts.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Family Balance Sheet
JANUARY 28, 2022
These are strategies I use weekly to help keep my grocery bill in line with our budget. There’s a reason why menu planning is #1 on this list. When I plan a menu, my spending is generally under control. Everyone’s plate might look different, but you’ll at least use up the leftovers and reduce the waste.
Family Balance Sheet
FEBRUARY 15, 2019
If you need to find some wiggle room in your budget, or combat the rising grocery prices, or maybe make room for your family’s growing appetites, take a look at the following list and see what changes you can make to reduce what you’re spending on groceries…and still eat really well! Utilize the Freezer.
Couponing 101
JANUARY 6, 2012
Did you know that meal planning is one of the keys to saving money on your grocery bill? Using coupons will save you money at the register, but using your food wisely is going to save you money as well! I admit to completely dropping the ball with menu planning. A lousy menu plan is better than none at all!
Family Balance Sheet
FEBRUARY 28, 2014
February’s homework was to clean out and organize the refrigerator, freezer, and kitchen pantry. Maintaining order in the kitchen definitely makes meal planning easier and I feel more in control when everything is organized. I did something different this month and used cash instead of my debit card.
Family Balance Sheet
FEBRUARY 16, 2016
We use an online account like, Capital One 360 (my referral link). The easiest way to reduce your grocery spending is to plan your meals. Read 11 Simple Menu Planning Tips to learn how to reduce your grocery bill without making everyone in your family miserable. Here are a few ideas: Meal Plan.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
92 
Let's personalize your content