If you’re depriving yourself in the name of being frugal, you are missing the point.
I’m afraid I was getting too caught up in trying to spend $35 on groceries in a week. It seems to be the gold standard among the frugal blogosphere, and I’m afraid I have continued to perpetuate that magic number.
In reality, [...]

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Typically, I go to the grocery store every week. I’m getting a little tired of going out in the cold and lugging back groceries all the time, so this week I’m going to try something new.
I’m going to try to plan my menu and list for two weeks out.
When I put together my menus and [...]

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 Update: This has been a great, popular discussion! Please Stumble It and let us know your opinion about the topic!

 Meredith asked a great question:
I am trying to decide which philosophy works best…shop for what is on my menu for the week, or shop sales/deals and stock up. What are your thoughts?
I think results will vary [...]

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My weekly grocery goal is to spend between $35-40 on groceries. Most of the time, I’m on the low end, but if I need to replace some pantry staples, it’s a little higher.
Today, I went to Giant Eagle and Aldi, and spent $37.88 between them both.
I haven’t posted my grocery receipts in awhile, so I [...]

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