Use low-cost protein foods such as dry beans, eggs, peanut butter, turkey and chicken. Hamburger and liver are good buys in red meats. Large roasts can be cut up an used in different ways for more than one meal. Stretch meats by using them in sauces and casseroles. Use reconstituted nonfat dry milk for cooking instead of whole milk.
Dry milk is equally nutritious, and can be less expensive.
You can sometimes get two meals for the price of one. Store cooked foods properly to make them last longer. Freeze them if you have the space. Where available, use fish and wild game. Utilities and Household Maintenance Maintain and clean your heating and cooling unit and filter regularly.