Ways To Save Money On Food
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Everyone enjoys saving money on food. Because of the pandemic we are all cooking more at home. Here's some ideas on way to save money on food.
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Make a shopping list and buy only what you need.
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Shop at discount supermarkets.
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Never shop when hungry because you tend to buy too much.
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Check for weekly specials
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Learn about “unit pricing” sometimes listed beside the price on the shelf
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Check the clearance bins for discounted items.
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Choose store brands, or buy from the bulk bins.
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Cook from scratch.
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In the grocery store, shelves at eye level contain the most expensive items; look at the top and bottom shelves for the same item at a cheaper cost!
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It’s cheaper to buy frozen meats, poultry and fish than fresh.
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You can replace fresh vegetables with frozen or canned vegetables to lower costs.
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Recipes may require special herbs and spices that you don’t use often. Buy smaller quantities at bulk food stores instead of buying a large package.
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Check the best before dates, to prevent spoilage.
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Use Store Discount coupons.
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Shop with cash to omit overspending.
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Pack your own lunch
Watch the video from the Recipes To The Rescue Online Course, Cooking Reboot.