How to Save Money by Meal Planning!
Hello Friends!~
Are you on a budget and want to save money on eating out? Do you want to learn a little more about food prep and meal planning?
Did you know that packing a lunch can save you up to $1500/year? Yes, per year. Those cafes, cafeterias and drive-thru restaurants add up quickly. Not only does meal prepping save you on the pocketbook, but also on the waistline.
Utilize the Weekly Meal Planner
Grocery Shopping Tips
Make a grocery list
Create a monthly food budget of groceries and eating out.
Clip coupons online and from the paper.
Don't shop full or hungry.
Avoid the weekend crowds: Go midweek, early morning or evenings.
Allow time to put away groceries.
Meal Preparation, Cooking, Storage, and Clean Up!~
What day of the week is best? Review your calendar and pick the day that you have allowed time. For me, I usually do it on Sunday evening or Monday mornings.
Carve out at least an hour or more for shopping and 1-1.5 hours for the prep, cook, storage and clean-up.
Suggested Storage and Lunch/Travel Bag:
Do you have storage for your meals? If not, I encourage you to invest in glass storage containers that have a variety of sizes. Ones for larger meal storage, lunches, and snacks. Plus, a great lunch bag so you can take meals/snacks to work, school or even on the road.
Check out these Food Bloggers & Cookbooks for meal Inspirations
Dr. Axe Real Food Diet Click Here for Website
Kate Scarlata- Click Here for Website- Great for those with Digestion issues/IBS
Patsy Catso- Click Here for Website- Great for those with digestion issues/IBS
Betty Crocker: Healthy Heart
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Lots of Love and Blessings!~
XOXO Lisa Hice
