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How to avoid wasting food in a power outage

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The lights begin to flicker. You hear the regular hum of the refrigerator hiccup, then return. But then it all goes dark. Your power is out.Power outages are common when snow and windstorms take down power lines, or in the summer when power lines can't handle the increased demand. There are … [Read more...] about How to avoid wasting food in a power outage

Save money in the grocer’s bulk bin aisle

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The next time you are grocery shopping, don’t skip the bulk bins aisle. Tremendous savings can be had when buying grains, beans, spices, flours or other baking or pantry staples in bulk rather than packaged in bags and jars. Whether you need two pounds or two teaspoons of an ingredient, you’ll … [Read more...] about Save money in the grocer’s bulk bin aisle

Earn cash using the Ibotta app to shop

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The word is spreading about Ibotta, a popular app that lets you receive rebates when you shop, so we want to make sure that you have all the information you need to get started. If you have an smartphone with iOS or Android you can use Ibotta. (There's also a browser extension to use when shopping … [Read more...] about Earn cash using the Ibotta app to shop

5 cheap ways to preserve food

This article is part of a Don't Throw It Out! series on how to preserve fresh foods and avoid food waste.If you are watching your grocery dollars (and who isn’t), here are our ideas for food preservation methods that don't require expensive equipment. Use any of these tips to preserve … [Read more...] about 5 cheap ways to preserve food

30% off Eat at Home meal plan service before Aug. 31

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Have you ever wanted to try meal planning but you just don't know where to start, or you've given up because you don't have the time to figure out a good meal plan on your own?Meal planning saves a ton of money compared to eating out, but it can be tough to get started. Right now, Eat … [Read more...] about 30% off Eat at Home meal plan service before Aug. 31

How to eat healthy on a budget

Many people believe that eating healthy is hard on the wallet, but the opposite is actually true. Eating nutritious food is definitely affordable, even on a tight budget. The key to eating healthy on a budget is knowing which healthy foods to buy in general and on any given week.Sure, if you're … [Read more...] about How to eat healthy on a budget

Want to save and be healthy? Fruit is cheaper than Twinkies

What if I said you could save more than $500 a year by buying more fresh fruits and veggies?As a registered dietitian, I've heard all kinds of excuses for not eating healthy, the most common being it's too expensive. But a 2013 report by the Center for Science in the Public Interest shows how … [Read more...] about Want to save and be healthy? Fruit is cheaper than Twinkies

FREE freezer meal plan from MyFreezEasy

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MyFreezEasy wants to help you get ahead of the holiday madness by offering a FREE freezer meal plan in November 2020.The founder, Erin Chase of $5 Dinners, is throwing a free, virtual "Deck the Freezer" party from November 1-6, 2020. During the party you'll not only receive the recipes and … [Read more...] about FREE freezer meal plan from MyFreezEasy

How to order groceries online: comparing services

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With people staying home most of the time, ordering groceries online is more important than ever. But people who have never ordered food online may be confused by the options.For most services, you start with an app or an online portal, where you pick out what you want, list quantities and pay … [Read more...] about How to order groceries online: comparing services

How to preserve and avoid wasting fresh fruit

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This article is part of a Don't Throw It Out! series on how to preserve fresh foods and avoid food waste.Americans waste about one fourth of their weekly food purchases. According to a study by OnePoll, fruit is at the top of food waste. Bananas, strawberries and apples were found to be the most … [Read more...] about How to preserve and avoid wasting fresh fruit

22 places to order meat, coffee, fruit, produce and other food online

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You're doing nearly all your shopping online, or you can't always find what you want at your local supermarket. Or maybe you can't get delivery in your rural area. Many companies that always ship food online are stepping up to serve hungry consumers during this times. You can get everything from a … [Read more...] about 22 places to order meat, coffee, fruit, produce and other food online

6 ways to stop wasting food

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This article is part of a Don't Throw It Out! series on how to preserve fresh foods and avoid food waste.The average American family throws away an estimated 25 percent of its grocery shopping dollars -- as much as $2,000 a year. Fresh produce tops the list. Other food waste occurs by … [Read more...] about 6 ways to stop wasting food

Supermarket savings: Free apps for savvy shoppers

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Whether you love or loathe grocery store visits, they're a necessity that can quickly bust your budget if you arrive unprepared. Instead of aimlessly wandering and impulsively filling your cart with unnecessary items, use these free grocery shopping apps to find savings, organize your list, … [Read more...] about Supermarket savings: Free apps for savvy shoppers

Save on groceries with special ‘senior discount day’ offers

We all do it. We didn’t stop doing it when we became senior citizens. In fact, some of us do it up to three times a day, every day, in the privacy of our own homes, with the lights on. It’s a basic human need, after all. I’m talking about eating at home, of course.The cost of groceries can take … [Read more...] about Save on groceries with special ‘senior discount day’ offers

Regrow your own green onions in your kitchen

Green onions aren’t expensive to purchase in the grocery store, but they are one of those ingredients that I either forget to buy, or they go bad in the fridge before I remember to use them, which is definitely a waste of money. Green onions, also known as scallions, are great for flavor and garnish … [Read more...] about Regrow your own green onions in your kitchen

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