One of my product tests was a can of black bean burger mix. This works out to about 46 cents a burger. These were hard no for me. Our children liked them. I made homemade buns for them. I love vegan burgers. Our dog always begs in the kitchen. She didn't even venture in. The kids thought they were great so that is a good value. I had hoped these would be a good option.
Refilling your printer cartridge can save you 40 dollars each time.
If you have a family member with Medicare and suffer from insomnia, read that new guide every year. You will fall asleep and be up to date for your loved one.
Make "Tv dinner" plates from your leftover dinners for your kids' lunches. I have done this for years. I have glass-divided dishes.
Carrot fries are a delicious alternative to sweet potatoes which are more expensive.
Several vegetable and fruit servings at dinner and lunch will fill you up for less cost and more nutrition.
Have your family rate new recipes if it is not a 7 with at least 2 family members I don't make that recipe again.
Remember to shop seasonally. Try new recipes that concentrate on flavors and textures your family is accustomed to.
Group your ingredients together. If I find chicken on sale I plan 3-4 meals around that. Especially whole chickens because I can have my husband cut it up and make broth. A quart of good chicken broth is around 6 dollars these days.
Buy in bulk for the items you actually like, will use, and will store properly. It doesn't pay to buy a ton of bulgur if you don't like it, no matter how cheap it is.
Depending on your skill and where you live, foraging can be fun and cut your budget.
Don't be afraid to bring food back to the grocery store. I had moldy strawberries from Sam's Club. They looked fine until I opened them in the middle of the package.
Buy plant-based proteins such as lentils and other legumes. These can be wonderful served in lentil loaves, burritos, vegan burgers, and casseroles.
Dietary needs vary from family to family, and sometimes within families, dietary needs vary beyond age. One person with a celiac diagnosis can entangle the budget and food preparations. We removed all traditional flour from the house. If I make a pasta dish I make sure the gluten pasta is secure for our daughter, none of us can tolerate gluten-free pasta.
Colorado is intense with heat. I keep the curtains drawn until after 3. It keeps the house cooler for less energy use.
Go streaming free for the summer. Depending on how many services you use, this can be a huge savings.
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