Here are 5 quick and easy tips to save money in the grocery store.
Make a Plan
Take an inventory of the pantry, freezer and fridge and make a list. Stick to it. All ow yourself o more than 1-2 impulse buys. Use your store rewards card. Use coupons and shop the specials.
Don't Miss the Middle
Nutritious and inexpensive foods are found in abundance in the middle of the store like rice, whole grains, canned beans, vegetables and tomatoes which can make entire vegan and vegetarian meals. Canned tuna and salmon is also very inexpensive and are great sources of protein.
Meats in Bulk
Shop the sales for large quantities of meats and portion them into meal-sized amounts in freezer bags or in vacuum-sealed bags. “Meal-sized” will be dependent on your family. Try to cook from your freezer and not from what you want in that moment because what you want right now may be very expensive.
Frozen Food is Your Friend
Frozen shrimp can be $7 less per pound. Buy it "raw/uncooked" at least size medium or large. Most fresh shrimp have already been frozen anyway. They thaw quickly. Vegetable steamer bags are $1.79 per bag and easily feed 2-3 people. They are a convenient way to bulk up the fiber content of your soups, stews and stir-frys. Frozen fruit is always ready when you are to add to smoothies and shakes or to add to your plain yogurt and oatmeal.
Shop in Season
In the produce department look for the big sales of “in season” fruits and vegetables. These are often found in a special case the manager has highlighted or on the end caps of the aisles. Examples in Florida include strawberries in February, corn and melons in the summer, apples and squash in the fall. As a rule, you should shop in season for more environmental sustainability and greater nutrient-density in the food because it is picked fresh.
Wendy Wesley is Nutritionist Near me verified and specializes in weight loss, emotional eating, food addiction, meal plans, menopause nutrition, digestive disorders, diabetes, cardiac disease, vegan/vegetarian diets and kidney nutrition.