Curated articles on ways to save money on groceries

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“This is my number one best tip for saving money—plan your meals and pick recipes in advance. When you go to the store without a plan and start buying random stuff, you end up buying more than you need, and it often goes wasted throughout the week.”

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“Before you even think about making a trip to the grocery store, you should sit down and create a budget. Think about how much money you can afford to spend and stick with it. Always look in your pantry and cupboards to see what you have on hand.”

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“Having a meal plan helps you know what food you need and helps prevent the need to run to the store for dinner ingredients last minute. If you are new to meal planning I have a free meal planning ebook to help you get started.”

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“Not only are these foods budget-friendly, they are also healthy. It’s great to save money on groceries by being wise with spending decisions but it’s unwise to sacrifice health. Eating healthy can be difficult and there are many health foods which are expensive. That’s why I wanted to share this list to show there are ways you can eat a healthy, well-balanced diet and still stick to your budget.”

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“I have some great money-saving ideas for feeding yourself or your family on a budget without sacrificing nutrition or taste. If you've ever asked yourself, "What should I eat to save money?", or "How do I save money on groceries" I have these simple, straightforward ideas that will help you save money cooking at home and food shopping on a budget.”

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“You can actually offset your grocery bill at checkout with a grocery rewards credit card — as long as you pay the full statement balance on time, each month (otherwise you'll accumulate interest, which will cut into whatever you may save).”

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“But the most important thing that I do is to pay myself first — and by myself, I mean my savings account. On the same day every month, I have an automatic transfer to move money from my checking account into my savings account. I do it at the beginning of the month, so I don’t have the opportunity to spend it on something else first.”

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“Whilst meal planning may require a bit of investment in terms of planning and preparation, the effort certainly pays off - reducing your weekly food bill by ensuring you only buy what you actually need. It takes less than 30 minutes at the weekend to plan your menu for the following week, picking out some family favourites and fuss-free dinners such as spag bol, cottage pie and chilli.”

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“Making leftovers more appetizing means you’re more likely to eat them, saving you the cash you would have spent on subsequent meals. The key ​is to create dishes that don’t make you feel like you’re eating the same thing every day. For example, leftover meat patties can go into a pasta dish or a cheeseburger salad, while surplus pork shoulder can become a taco filling.”

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“Instead of starting with a list of everything you should cut out, begin by making a list of foods that bring your family genuine joy. Maybe it’s that really good olive oil that makes every meal taste better, or the artisanal cheese your partner loves, or the organic strawberries your kids devour. These aren’t budget enemies—they’re your budget priorities.”