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Do you think it’s possible to live off of $25 worth of groceries per week? It may be possible, but it sure isn’t fun. But when desperate times call for desperate measures, there certainly are ways to economize-at-the-grocery-store. If you would rather spend your money on aftermarket auto parts and pay all of your bills on time, then you should stick to these tips for being thrifty at the supermarket.

1. Stick to the basics. Bread, milk, and eggs are necessities that don’t really break the bank, and are crucial for many other dishes. Create a weekly theme to abide to that you’ll embellish on. For example, you can get mayonnaise for sandwich week, cheese for grilled cheese week, or oats for breakfast week. Have a poached egg on toast, create a mini croquet monsieur or mix up some egg salad, the possibilities can be ever-changing.

2. Buy what you need. If you only need a ¼ cup of walnuts, don’t get the 2 pound bag, go to a store that will sell nuts individually or weigh it by the bulk. It will be cheaper and reduce all the unneeded waste.

3. Avoid buying snacks. Any products that come in bulk, in a bag, a box, or wrapped in boxes will likely be more expensive than getting some 89 cent bananas and eating them all week.

4. Look what’s on sale and get coupons. Checking out that mailer sent to you every week can really help you decide which stores are best for you and where the best deals out there can be found.

5. Visit the local farmer’s market. This is the season of abundance, meaning everything is on super sale. Plus the foods are fresher and more authentic.

6. If you buy too much, use your freezer. If bread happens to be on sale at 50 cents a pop, you might as well grab a good four loaves and store it up for hungry times.

7. Buy cheaper products that taste the same. Coffee is a big one, you don’t need Folgers, other brands taste just as good. The same things go for organic eggs and pricey fruit drinks. Buy regular eggs, frozen juices, or mix up your own fruit drinks at home.

There are plenty of ways to live off of your paycheck and still have a little left over for the movies and popcorn. Just stick to the basics, use your head, and do it yourself at home for a more friendly bank account. You’ll be less stressed and more motivated for change.

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