Dozens of Grocery Saving Tips + Cheap Pantry Staples!

In this video, I share my top tips and tricks for saving money on groceries without sacrificing quality or taste. Learn how to meal plan effectively to minimize waste and maximize savings. Discover the best cheap pantry staples that will help you create delicious and nutritious meals on a budget. Whether you're feeding a large family or just looking to cut down on your grocery bill, these strategies are sure to help you save big. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more money-saving tips!

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[TheRealLydiaSenn]

What are your best tips for saving on groceries?

[doubles]

One way to save money is to eat less. Consider portion sizes. Some of us are doing OK with this, but a lot of us (my husband and I included) are accustomed to larger portions than we really need. Slow down when eating and consider how much food your body needs. Also consider snacks throughout the day- are you really hungry or just bored?

[kerriestimpson]

With red lentils, I like to use a mix of minced beef and lentils and make enough for 2 or 3 meals, really stretching the meat keeping flavour and texture.

[YazWhyNY]

Meal plan around the meat that's on sale that week. You want steak but only ground beef is on sale this week? Welps, ground beef it is (steak can wait for the next time it's on sale!). It can save SO MUCH.

[westmdmama]

A video with lentil recipes would be amazing!

[MrsFord]

Lydia, you've been my go-to for years now! Thank you for such a blessing to all of us 🙌💕

[rachelr]

I meal plan too. I check our schedules but also check the weekly weather forecast. If it’s going to be hot, I don’t use the oven, etc. I also stock up on frozen veggies and protein when it’s on sale and store them in our basement freezer. We try to “Just say No” to eating out.

[Sara.Aspenvik]

I'm with you on the red lentils! They are the best! Cheap, nutritious, delicious and so versatile! 😍

[crystal]

I use my crockpot all summer. I'm not turning my oven on in summer. ❤ thanks Lydia

[christines]

Homemade tortillas, black beans, onion, red bell peppers, cherry tomatoes and a small amount of shreded chicken. A bit of chedder and some plain greek yogurt on top.

Less meat = cost savings. We try to have meat only on the weekends, but obviously we incorporate any leftovers into the weekly meals.
Grow what you can. Herbs, green onions, cherry tomato and peppers can be grown in pots.
That's how we started, now we have a farmers market stall and grow out of season stuff in hydroponics garden.

[tennesseewalkers]

Wow I love the jam made from fruit scraps idea. I recently started saving veg scraps to do a broth. 🙂

[nadinetidwell]

Lydia, you are a treasure. Thank you for this! I’m inspired!

[mariapiafernandez]

Lydia, I like meatless meals too. Tofu Stir fry is a family favorite. Tofu is relatively cheap and once cubed bake it til firm and then stir fry with any veggie on hand with teriyaki sauce and garlic and serve over brown rice or noodles. I prefer to add shredded broccoli and carrots. Another favorite is using a bag of soy crumbles from the frozen section (still under $5) and add it to pasta sauce for a protein filled dinner. You can also use it for nachos, tacos, or chilli as well. My family only likes it with pasta sauce. Winner every time.

[cindy]

we have 100% plant based and it is much cheaper.. So much info on you tube.. We still eat lots and its not all plants believe me.. Read The Starch Solution.. It is amazing

[jenniferrosenthal]

We have a rotating list of regular meals and shop every 2-3 weeks
We also freeze leftovers and stock scraps

[hobocampmama]

Lydia, you really are one of my favorite people on here. Thank you for telling me that I am not doing anything wrong- bc even tho I try all the things to save money- it's just really hard right now! Thank you for taking the time to share! xo

[tennesseewalkers]

Love lentils! They also cook so much faster than beans, heating up the kitchen less.

[kaleydc]

I would LOVE a video sharing your favorite meatless recipes

[paulacostello]

I'm not a lentils fan but what a great idea to stick them in muffins! Lots of nutrition without knowing they're there. Also, to add to your comments about frozen vegetables, when fresh vegetables are cheap, I freeze them myself. I just saw heads of cauliflower for less than half price so i bought extra and froze it. Thanks for another great video. 💗

[elizabethhenriott-raisingboys]

I found a recipe for lentil meatless loaf