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Okay, you've already learned the value of a grocery list. Do you want to save more money? Here are a few tips that will help you cook well and save money, without sacrificing food taste or money!
*Maximize Your Sales Savings
Clip coupons regularly. Make a note of the days your local grocery stores have double and triple coupon days. Cross-check your coupons with current sales circulars to save even more money! Also, stock up when you see a great price. You’ll save money in the long run!
*Buy Generic
Buy your flour, sugar, and other ingredients generic. It’s easy to substitute these ingredients without losing flavor. Also, make good use of generic paper towels and toilet paper. (Can you really tell the difference, anyway?)
*Reduce Waste
List the food items that you discard every time you clean out your refrigerator. Are you buying too large quantities of perishable foods? If you see a pattern of underused items that spoil, change your buying habits.
*Alternative Food
In addition to buying generic foods, you can save money by buying foods in a different form. Dry milk is great for cooking, is inexpensive, and lasts longer. Buying fresh fruit instead of fruit in a can helps you get more quality and quantity food for less.
*Shop Around
Shop at farmers markets and bakery outlets to get fresher products and better deals. You can buy in bulk in-season, then can, preserve, or freeze what you don’t use immediately.
*Preserve
Keep your fruits and vegetables fresher longer by putting a dry sponge in the bowl or cabinet. The sponge absorbs excess moisture that causes spoilage.
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