How does one save money on grocery bill?

Answer 1

This is a previously published answer chosen as the best answer on similar question. I hope it's helpful.

Collect sets of recipes and use them on regular basis. People waste a lot of money buying grocery items that are used only once or twice.

Use coupons for items that you would purchase without a coupon. ** A coupon isn’t a reason to buy an item.

Shop in the same grocery stores and get to know the people who work in the fresh produce / meat sections. They give you great tips on storing food and the deal of the day. For example, the manager tells me when to come in for the best selection during the week. Buying with quality in mind is also an underlying fact to save money.

Find free programs online and make grocery list. Some offer personalized lists to fit your need. Some reminds you what is running low in your kitchen to save unnecessary grocery trips. ex.
http://www.webmomz.com/webmomz-grocery-l...
http://www.grocerysurf.com

I'd trimmed 1/3 of family spending on grocery with these method. That is about $300 a month in my case.

Answer 2

Just some suggestions 1). cut and save coupons 2). when a non-perishable item is on sale, buy the maximum, i.e. paper towels, toilet paper, bath soap, laundry detergent, etc. and stock up. 3). check the weekly circulars in the newspaper, check the sales, and keep an eye on the expiration date of the sales. You may have to shop at a few different stores, but sometimes the savings add up. If you will be spending more in gas than in savings, don't do it. 4). if an item is on sale, but it is not something you would normally purchase, leave on the shelf. 5). a good place to purchase cleaning supplies is the dollar store. You have to be careful, though, because not everything at a cheapo place like the dollar store is a bargain. 6). buy generic, or compare prices compared to weight or volume. sometimes the name brand is cheaper 7). buy in bulk. I would not recommend buying fresh vegetables or fruits like this, but purchasing meat, then dividing and freezing can save in the long run. These are just a few tips I have picked up on through the years. One thing I used to do when my kids were younger, was make out my grocery list, estimate the price (s) per line item on my list, add it up, and start marking things off my list if the total was more than the budget allowed. Also, my husband would sometimes take my list, with the estimated prices, and try to beat it. He turned out to be a better shopper -- great for me, not so great for him! Ha! Ha! But, great for our budget in the long run.

Answer 3

First thing you want to do is never go to the grocery store hungry cause then you ll buy a bunch of crap you dont need. Focus more on what you need and keep the stuff you want at a low minimum. Instead of getting name brand everything theirs certain things you can get that tastes just as good in the store brand. Also their is nothing embarrasing about using coupons cut you some out of the sunday paper and use them thats what their for. When you go to the grocery store try not to exceed your amount you were trying to pay when you walked in. i hope I helped.

Answer 4

Here is what I do:
Make a list and by each item, write an amount you think you will spend (I usually go over, for instance, 2 bell peppers $1...i get 2 for 89 cents) anyway you get the idea
Total all this up....If it totals $52, I take $60.
I stick with that list, use coupons and go to a double coupon store.
If I get money back, I put it in the spare money jar. At the end of the month, I usually have enough to take the family out for a nice evening and dining and fun!

Answer 5

A lot of people here say to use coupons,but be careful, most times name brands are still more costly then store brands even with a coupon. Also watch the amount of soda,beer,fruit flavored drinks and fruit drink boxes. Items that them have no nutrition and make a grocery bill sky rocket

Answer 6

don't buy name brand foods, use the store brand. They're just the same! Also, look through coupons that come in the mail or newspapers that will save you money. Any good deals there are, you should stock up on them. It will save you money in the long run. Also, make a list. If you have a list, you will hopefully only buy what's on the list, and it should help you save money from impulse purchases!

Answer 7

Cook from scratch - fresh veg and meat cost a fraction the cost of ready prepared meals.
Research simple alternatives to the multiple types of cleaning product - baking soda and white vinegar will clean most things.
Don't buy anything where the producer sets the size of the portion - buy bars of soap, not those bottles of liquid soap which pump out a set amount. Buy cloths and use the amount of cleaner you want, not the amount that the pre-impregnated cloths come with.
Assess whether you actually need some products - I have never used fabric conditioner and have never felt the lack. Use half the recommended amount of laundry powder.

Answer 8

Make a grocery list and stick to it.
Buy generic or store brands.
Coupons from the store or the newspaper.
Compare prices from other stores.

Answer 9

Well for one, bring all cash.

And number two, drive a hybrid vehicle like a Toyota Prius. The gas-savings will offset the surcharge that grocery stores use for credit card purchases.

Answer 10

don't buy junk food
buy store brands or generics
don't shop hungry
make a list and stick to it
buy cheaper items, like hamburger rather than steak