A friend of mine has a membership at a warehouse food store chain. Between 3-4 of us make a list and she gets the needed items. We divide the food and divide the cost. This can save the average family of four up to 500.00 a year and at holiday times even more. 5. It doesn't affect the taste and makes a little bit go a lot longer way.
Some stores offer double or triple the manufacturer's value.
Some super stores like K-mart and Walmart honor competitors coupons as well. Divide servings according to your needs and freeze. I got a great deal on chicken, but had to buy a 10lb bag. I thawed the chicken, cooked it all in one large soup pot and divided it into servings for chicken salad, chicken cassseroles, chicken salad sandwiches and chiken fajitas. Cost 2.90 per 10lb bag.