Save More By Cutting The Grocery Bill In Half

Many Americans live paycheck to paycheck, unable to get ahead because of their tight budget, without room to throw extra at debt to make things a little more comfortable. However, many do not realize their grocery bill is a fantastic place to find extra funds. Almost everyone can shave off extra, especially if you are willing to put a bit more time and creativity into cooking. There are five simple tips everyone should try to reduce their grocery budget without taking up too much extra time. With these tips, everyone can find breathing room in their budgets!

Freeze Produce

Fruits and vegetables top the list of food waste in American families, as many forget to eat the produce they purchased and have to throw it away when it goes bad. Every bit of food tossed is money wasted. Though no one wants to waste money, things do happen and produce starts to go bad. The best solution is to freeze the produce. For instance, dice celery and carrots for soup and slice onions and peppers for stir-fry dishes before putting each in freezer bags and then into the freezer. It only takes a few moments, but freezing produce extends the shelf life or the produce, reduces waste, and saves money over time.

Another great trick is to freeze produce purchased in bulk from a farmer’s market or grown in your backyard. Does your family love green beans? Purchase a bushel from a local farmer or grow several plants and freeze for later consumption.

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