Simply thinking your shopping through can make a world of difference, says Miller. Most Americans watch 30 hours of television a week. Buying at the lower end of the food chain is the least expensive means of shopping, according to Miller. Take for example legumes, dried beans and peas. They have a lot of protein and are not expensive.
Meats are always the 'high dollar' end of the trip to the grocery store.
Buy meats that are on sale and freeze them in the same size serving containers that your family would use for a meal. A butcher can cut beef different ways to help you prepare several different meals. The smart shopper will always be looking for a good bargain at the store. That's one of the reasons you need to make time to shop and think your shopping through. Focus on what is on sale and what you need and don't need.