Comments on: Grocery Shopping For A Month

By: Jessica

Jessica — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 15:25:22 +0000

Hi,

You all have great ideas and was wondering if you know anyone who fits this description…

I’m looking for someone to bring on a major daytime talk show who…

To save money, is an EXTREME bulk grocery buyer. I mean they refuse to step foot in a regular grocery store because they swear by bulk shopping.

If you want to nominate yourself or someone that’s just perfect please e-mail-

daytimetalk@gmail.com

Thanks so much and happy shopping!

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By: Jessica

Jessica — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 16:25:17 +0000

My grocery bill is about the smallest bill that my husband and I pay. Luckily its just two of us, and we both bring our lunches to work. I buy groceries once a week, and its usually around $40 total.

NO, I AM NOT STARVING.
(as many people, especially coworkers, have asked.)

I only buy meats and produce. I’ve learned to stay away from any food that is on an ‘inside aisle’ except when I absolutely can’t–i.e.: rice/pasta noodles. I don’t buy any canned soups or ‘meals in a box.’ I can’t drink milk, which cuts out a big expense.

By: matt burnham

matt burnham — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 21:50:14 +0000

bean cooking- the best way to cook beans, in my humble opinion, is to soak them overnight, then cook them in the microwave! Some people think it’s a little strange to cook anything longer than a couple of minutes heating up coffee in the microwave, but it uses less energy and takes a lot less time.

By: Debbie in NC

Debbie in NC — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 20:55:26 +0000

Wow this has motivated me to break out my bread machine again! My last attempt was more like a brick than bread but hey practice makes perfect. I would also love to see the homemade granola recipe! Thanks!

By: Lynnae

Lynnae — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 19:13:50 +0000

I’ve spent around $313.00 so far, and I’m trying to keep it under $445.00. I’ll hit the farmer’s market or the produce stand once a week for fresh veggies.

By: Rob in Madrid

Rob in Madrid — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 18:48:08 +0000

Just wondering what it cost you for a months worth of food? And as others mentioned how often do you buy fresh veggies?

By: Marci

Marci — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 00:03:25 +0000

Re: The cook once and eat-for-a-month freezing system….There is also a Lite and Easy version of it. Highly recommend the system, whether it’s for a week, 2 weeks, or a month…and you can substitute your own menus and get the same effect. At least there is ALWAYS something ready to thaw/eat in the freezer – stops those eating out splurges. A lot of mine go into lunch sized portions that I take to work with me.

Our local Franz bread store has grain breads for 99 cents still. And the Wheeler Dealer often times has cereal 5 for $5. 3 weeks ago Freddies had a coupon for $1/box brandname cereals – mid to large size – so I stocked up on them. Always have oatmeal on hand for when I run out of the cheap stuff also :)

I bought one 6 pack of mixed lettuce starters – $1.29- have to say they are producing more lettuce than we can eat – in a container, in all this Oregon coast rain, I was surprised at how well they are growing! For a family, I would have bought 2 6packs. I mix mine with my dandylion leaves, nasturium leaves, chives, walking onions, and curly parsley and am delighted with the salads. Also works well for my chef salads.

Nice thing about your once a month grocery shopping – not only will save you time – but hopefully gas money and your time (a VERY valuable commodity)

And for the little guy shopping with you – I give my grandkids their own ’shopping list’- a piece of paper with a couple things on it that they are responsible for picking out. Or the coupons that they are responsible for filling…The paper keeps their hands occupied, and they seem to stay interested in the shopping adventure.

Good luck with the new system.

By: otherdeb (Deb Wunder)

otherdeb (Deb Wunder) — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 21:25:56 +0000

Would you be willing to share your bread and tortilla recipes?

Thanks!

By: Adventures In Mommyland

Adventures In Mommyland — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 19:57:22 +0000

I don’t have much time to comment, I read your blog but never comment. I had to comment on this one. I have been making home-made bread lately to save money and be healthier…I agree with everything you say, it is like you are in my head. It is amazing! Keep up the great blog…I love it!