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MARCH 2022
Meals for a healthier wallet
The benefits of home cooking are well known. You can use healthier ingredients, control portion size, limit sugar and salt, and avoid food allergies. By cooking together, you can also teach your kids the basics of healthy living, while sharing a fun family activity. And you can demonstrate how to stretch your food dollars with careful planning and savvy shopping.
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Savor these 6 budget-friendly shopping tips.
1. Plan ahead
Before you head to the store, create a shopping list based on your weekly menu plan. Never shop when you’re hungry. Be sure to check your refrigerator and cupboards to see what you have on hand before you head to the store. And try to limit your shopping trips to once a week.
2. Stock up on seasonal produce
Food in season is typically priced to sell. Corn on the cob, for example, can cost 10 times less in the summer than it does in the winter. So, think about buying produce in season and freezing what you don’t use. See what’s in season right now in your state by visiting SeasonalFoodGuide.org.
3. Make the most of leftovers
Using leftover vegetables, poultry or meat in soups, stews, salads and casseroles can help stretch your food dollars. For example, enjoy roast chicken one night, use the leftovers for chicken enchiladas the next night and make chicken stock from what’s left. For more tasty leftover tips, visit Chowhound.com.
4. Choose store brands
Whenever possible, buy store brands, such as our own Kirkland Signature™ brand, which are typically higher in quality and lower in price than national brands. They’re all required to meet the same grocery industry standards, but store brands cost less.
5. Try frozen, dried or canned
Produce is typically frozen, canned or dried at the peak of ripeness when nutrients are plentiful. With frozen foods, you can use only the amount you need, carefully reseal the package and return it to the freezer. Canned foods are often sitting in a bath of juice, syrup or salty water, so just rinse them before using. And dried fruits are concentrated in flavor and a great substitute for fresh fruit.
6. Shop at Costco
As you know, at Costco, we sell high-quality food in bulk at low costs per unit and pass the savings along to members. Whether you’re single or have a large family, you can save money by buying grocery items in bulk, including perishable items like fresh produce, meat, poultry, fish and more. Just divide up and freeze what you don’t use.
Sources:
NerdWallet. How to Save Money on Groceries.
WebMD. 10 ways to save money on food shopping.
Thinking about making some positive changes in your eating and spending habits? You’ll find the help you need for your journey with your Costco benefits.
