5 Tips for Trimming Your Food Bills

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Monday, May 12, 2008
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With today's food prices rising at a fast pace and the pain at the gas pump continuing because of skyrocketing energy prices, my pocketbook is starting to feel the pinch. I realize that it is time to pay attention to my food-buying habits and see if I can save some money while still enjoyin...

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Community Kitchens
Diana Vergis Vinh
Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at 05:06 PM

We're getting together to cook up a bunch of food then freeze it for later. This is a great way to save money, have fun and get to know new people.

Saving money on food/grocery costs.
Terrie L Marsh
Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at 08:44 PM

I've tried starting a garden this year but so far I can't get free of the poke berry weeds. However, I have been and will continue to cut out and use any and all coupons I can. I use the double coupons whenever possible and wait until things I need or want is on sale and then use the coupons or double coupons. I've also went on a diet starting last week so I am trying to be better at portion control. It's hard, but with fruits and veggies for snacks in between meals, I've been able to do it so far. Hopefully, the garden will work this year so I won't have to spend such a fortune on fresh fruits and veggies. Any other tips you have will be greatly appreciated! :)

re: Saving money on food/grocery costs.
ellen haas
Wednesday, May 14, 2008 at 12:21 PM

It sounds like you are trying really hard and that should pay off. Here is another tip that is good for both health and saving $$. Instead of snacking on chips and such have a bowl or glass of carrot sticks and celery sticks in the refrigerator. You save on bags of chips and watch your calorie count too. Good luck, Ellen

re: re: Saving money on food/grocery costs.
Terrie L Marsh
Wednesday, May 14, 2008 at 12:27 PM

Thanks Ellen,

I stopped eating chips about 2 weeks ago.. and they're on sale almost every week whereas celery and carrots almost never are :(

I am trying to get a garden going but it's been raining for 3 days now. Go figure lol.

Thanks for your help! I need all the encouragement I can get. I lost my job last June so I really am hard pressed at buying groceries, but I cut corners wherever I can.

Thanks again!

Terrie

food prices
Lee
Friday, May 23, 2008 at 11:19 AM

NOTHING NEW IN YOUR 5 TIPS TO SAVE MONEY!

Making meat go further
Rachel
Monday, May 26, 2008 at 11:02 PM

We have been eating a lot less meat in our household but I have come across a great way to make meat go further. A couple of good quality flavoured sausages (not the cheap fake ones) added to a risotto, quiche, fried rice etc make the dish just that little bit more appetizing without having to fork out major dollars on a whole lot of meat!

Protein
Samantha
Tuesday, May 27, 2008 at 03:36 PM

We all need protein but it doesn't have to come from meat or cheese. Canned salmon or tuna is often on sale and pulses such as lentils, chick peas, black beans etc. are cheaper per serving than meat especially if you buy them dry, in bulk. These protein alternatives don't contribute to the clogging of your arteries or the draining of your pocketbook. Don't know how to cook with pulses? Recipes abound online.

chicken
Busy mom
Friday, May 15, 2009 at 09:08 AM

I buy a whole chicken when it's on sale for around $.98lb. I cook the whole thing in the crockpot and pick the meat off. Then I use the stock for chicken and noodles or other recipes. I use the chicken for chicken and noodles, BBQ chicken sandwiches, casseroles, chicken salad, etc. (tip for the broth/stock: Put it in the fridge overnight and then scoop the white fatty stuff off in the morning).