We all know sticking to a list is the key to saving money. I live 11 miles from town, so I keep what I call a 'running list' all the time. When I make it down the mountain, I know I have to keep to the list to keep the pantry stocked, especially in the winter.
Not only do I stick with the list, I look at what's on the list above each grocery aisle. If nothing is there that's on 'my' list, I pass that aisle by. I save so much this way, otherwise I know I'll see something I think I just can't live without, and in the buggy it goes. Good savvy list shopping.
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This is essential to saving money. Experts also say to shop the perimeter of the store first so you don't buy too many things that are processed. I shop at an employee owned store and they allow me to print out a list of isles and what is on each one. Here is a link to see if you all want to pick one or more free printable shopping lists to keep on the fridge or pantry or both. Hope that helps!!
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Shopping / running errands on just one day each week is another way to save money, Shirley (as I'm sure you know). Less money spent on gas (at least for us city dwellers who don't have a mountain from which to descend).
I like to use a little shopping book (from the dollar store of course), with divider tabs: one section for each of the places I customarily shop. Of course the technologically proficient can do the same on their devices. I find the little book of lists very handy to not only jot items down as I prepare the menu for the week but also to carry with me as I go from place to place.
Kudos to you as well, Sandi! Processed foods may appear to be less expensive (sometimes), but when we look at the potential long-term effects on our health? Particularly where corn syrup is concerned? Best to simply avoid those products.
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