Buying food in bulk is the best way to save money and packaging waste. But be aware that studies show large packages cause many people to consume more of the product, be it juice, crackers or cooking oil. Try tricking yourself by transferring products to smaller containers. Stock up on great deals, and store them for maximum preservation time. Flour keeps well in the freezer.
Milk freezes for up to three months.
After thawing, shake well. Chop and freeze bags of celery, onions and carrots when on sale, and you'll save money and meal preparation time. This creates jobs in the region, reduces transportation costs and energy consumption, ensures higher nutritional value and encourages local small-scale agriculture that protects land from development. Protein is the most expensive part of the food bill, and the average American consumes twice as much protein as she needs. Serve small portions of meat and fill up on potatoes, rice and salads.