![]() Now you’re all set to save on your grocery budget.Welcome back to the 49th week of Throwback Thursday! Come link up your latest and greatest posts or reach into those archives and show us some of your blasts from the past! I simply baked some chicken breasts with McCormick’s chicken seasoning and used our leftover sides again. Don’t waste your food! For example, we had leftover rice and broccoli from last night’s meal. You can have the same meals twice in one week, or you can use leftover side dish as an accompaniment to your main dish the next night. Stick to your list and your budget! My iPhone makes it really easy for me to keep my grocery list and calculator handy. That’s not always, but it helps me concentrate if I’m alone. Go to the store with a full belly, and if you can swing it, without your entourage of little ones. Look for any coupons you can use, but DO NOT use coupons to buy items you would not normally purchase. Go through your pantry and figure out what items you will need to purchase on your shopping trip. Run through your meal plan one more time and make sure that you have enough meals planned. Is there a great sale on turkeys? Add that to your plan. Sale items can really help lower your grocery budget. Peruse sales flyers of your favorite stores and mark any items you can use. I’ve started keeping all of my shopping lists and my favorite meals list in my Clean and Organized Home Binder. This will be your master list of meals that you can pull from if you’re stumped for ideas. Round up your family’s favorite meal ideas and make a master list of meals. I have an ebook available all about once a month grocery shopping if you’re interested. We shop weekly and occasionally every other week. We used to shop once a month, but that is not working for us right now. Taking a little time to plan your trip will make all the difference. Many other grocery stores also have websites that include their sales, so I encourage you to check out your store’s website, sign up for any rewards cards they may offer and plan ahead. We shop at the commissary on base, so I use their website to look up sales and load my rewards card. Once you have an idea of the frugal meals you want to make, it’s probably a good idea to check the sales at your local grocery store. ![]() Here are just a few of my favorite frugal recipes salmon patties, chili mac, and pinto beans and rice. So, what about dinner? There are so many simple and delicious meals you can make with less expensive ingredients. Lunch is usually leftovers or a grilled cheese or salad. We do very basic things for breakfast: cereal, eggs/bacon, yogurt, etc. So, I’ve been thinking a lot about what meals I want to plan this summer. With inflation causing the price of gas and groceries to go up higher than I’ve ever seen, I’ve had to get creative with my grocery budget. ![]() If you have less people in your family, your budget may be lower. The Ultimate Guide to Once a Month Grocery Shopping.Pregnancy Tips for Moms (From a Mom of Seven).How To Homeschool Kindergarten – The Ultimate Guide.Preschool Book Lists Your Child Will Love!.Teach the Alphabet – 20 Simple Activities to Teach Your Child the ABCs Through Play.How To Teach Reading in Your Homeschool.Cleaning Tips and Hacks – How To Clean Anything In Your House.
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