Paying too much for food at the supermarket? Your wallet may be hurting!
Timerly teams up with budgeting pros Jonathan and Amanda Teixeira to tackle the ever-pressing issue of rising grocery costs. Take a quick look at the delicious tips and tricks they’ve shared with us to keep your wallet happy while feeding your family or downsizing your household. Watch the full episode here!
🛒 Rising costs: Grocery prices are 25-35% higher than they were four years ago, turning what was once a cheap grocery bill into a budget-busting monster. The Teixeiras recommend a budget of $125 to $150 per person per month, up from a previous estimate of $100, due to inflation.
🍽️ The magic of meal planning: The secret sauce? Meal planning! Meal planning allows you to take advantage of seasonal sales, use ingredients efficiently and reduce waste. Jonathan and Amanda suggest scheduling meals to use overlapping ingredients, for example, turning leftover cabbage into Thursday’s coleslaw.
🌽 Shop wisely: Shopping at cost-effective stores like Aldi or using online grocery platforms can help you cut costs and avoid impulse purchases. Online shopping is especially valued for allowing precise budgeting and reducing the temptation of in-store displays.
🥦 Bulk purchases, etc.: Buying in bulk at places like Costco can save you money, but it can lead to overspending if you don’t manage wisely. The pair suggest that you should be cautious when buying in bulk, focusing on staple items rather than fresh produce that may go unused.
🥗 Creative cuisine: Before you buy new groceries, learn tips for using what you already have with the Pantry Freezer Meal Challenge, where you make meals from your existing pantry and freezer stock. This method not only saves money, but also ensures that nothing goes to waste.
Family and economy: Balancing a growing family’s needs and a grocery budget can be difficult. Eating leftovers, planning “empty food days,” and shopping based on what’s in the pantry are key strategies for the Teixeiras to keep food costs down while still enjoying meals together.
By injecting creativity into your meal planning and leveraging technology and strategic shopping, you can significantly reduce your grocery expenses. Review your spending habits, take advantage of online shopping, and never underestimate the power of well-planned leftovers. 💡💵🍴
The next time you’re staring at the bottom of your fridge, remember that strategic shopping and creative cooking are your best friends in the battle against the beast of a grocery bill.
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