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Ten Tips for Spending Less on Food

Decrease the amount of food waste in your household. Make plans to use all the food you purchase.
Mash and freeze bananas that are overripe. Use later to banana bread.
Take leftovers for your lunch or plan another meal for the family using them.
Before you go to the grocery store, check your pantry and freezer to make sure you don’t buy more than you need.
Plan your meals around sales at the grocery store.
Purchase fruits and vegetables that are in season or are on sale that week.
Plan a couple of meatless meals every week. Use beans to make a vegetarian chili or bean burritos.
Make a list of the food you put in the refrigerator and freezer and date the packages to help you remember what needs to be used first.
Consider buying generic foods rather than the higher priced national brands.
Clip coupons for items that you know you will use. Check web sites offering coupons www.Coupons.com and SmartSource.com. Be aware that some stores will not accept coupons from the internet.