Groceries are a super large chunk of everyone’s budget but there are some key things that you can avoid that will help to drastically reduce your weekly and monthly costs. I know many of these are “fun” items and it kinda feels like I’m putting you on a diet, but at least try this challenge for me before you give up on me…
A Grocery Challenge:
The next time you are in the grocery store focus on just things for meals and keep any extra items in a different part of the buggy (or even better have a kid push a smaller second buggy). Anything “extra” I want you to pay for separately. You are going to see right away just how much of your grocery costs went to things that weren’t for a main meal.
Top Things That Break Your Grocery Budget
Soda & Sparkling Water
Remember when your grandmother used to only offer you water… yeah she was smart. If it drives you crazy then grab a couple lemons from the produce department usually around 50¢ and you’ve got some flavor added in.
Crackers & Chips
In most stores these are right across from soda… so maybe just skip these aisles completely! These are not providing any nutrition, just calories. If you have to pay for something grab a bag of grapes on sale at the same price and you’ve at least gotten some vitamins added in.
Juice
Don’t miss this easy freebie! Head in to your local Walmart and buy one Brainiac Foods Breakfast Blends pouch and you can get the full purchase price back via Venmo or Paypal!! Just enter your email and phone number here to get started.
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Make sure the family is covered in the sweatshirts and hoodies department! Right now score Nike styles starting at $22.97 (reg. $45)!
There is a nice variety available on sale for men, women, and kids.
Deal Ideas:
Nike Sportswear Club Fleece Women’s Pullover Hoodie – $32.97 (reg. $65)
Nike Sportswear Club Fleece Men’s Crew – $39.97 (reg. $60)
Jordan Brooklyn Essentials Little Kids’ Pullover Hoodie – $16.97 (reg. $40)
Jordan Big Kids’ Brooklyn Fleece Pullover Hoodie – $25.97 (reg. $50)
Sale prices are valid for a limited time. Shipping is free on orders $50 and up. Read More→
If you are looking for some new home items, check out the clearance deals on Mainstays Home Collection by Becky G. & Alejandra!
This collection is full of the cutest things ever, and I want them all!
Deal Ideas
Mainstays by Becky G. & Alejandra Oblong Decorative Pillow, Beige Cabana Stripe, 14″ x 20″ – $7.44 (reg. $12.94)
Mainstays by Becky G. & Alejandra 9.5″ Artificial Grass in White Two-Tone Ribbed Ceramic Pot – $2.68 (reg. $5)
Mainstays by Becky G. & Alejandra Bamboo Melamine Dinner Bowl, Lemon & Green – $1 (reg. $1.50)
Mainstays by Becky G. & Alejandra Indoor/Outdoor Layering Rug, Orange Stripe, 24″ x 36″ – $2 (reg. $10)
Mix up dinner this week with an easy savings on pesto! Load an eCoupon on your Kroger app and head into the sale to pick up Barilla Pesto for just 79¢!
This item is part of a mega event. The price listed is after a $1 instant savings when you purchase 5+ items. You can mix and match items and are welcome to buy more than 5.
Kroger Barilla Pesto Mega Deal (ends 10/14):
- Barilla Pesto, 6.2-6.5 oz, $2.29
-$1.50 off Barilla Pesto Sauce printable
-$1.50 off Barilla Pesto Sauce, limit 1, Kroger Cashback eCoupon
-$1.50 off Barilla Pesto Sauce, Kroger eCoupon
(makes it 79¢)
Check out the full Kroger ad for more great deal ideas.
Go ahead and start shopping for new winter boots at Woot! Find styles by Hunter, Koolaburra, and Sorel!
There are styles for women and men.
Deal Ideas
Hunter Original Tall Women’s Rain Boots – $59.99 (reg.$185)
Koolaburra by UGG Women’s Koola Ultra Mini Platform Boot – $29.99 (reg. $65)
SOREL Women’s Whitney ll Plus Tall Lace Waterproof Boot – from $39.99
price varies by size
Sale ends 10/14. Shipping is free when you log in with your Prime credentials.
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Shop at Walmart for storage containers. Right now you can get this Hyper Tough 27-Gallon Storage Tote for just $9.97 (reg. $14.97)!
This storage container with snap-on lid features notches for zip-ties or locks. They are also stackable. These are great for storing items in the shed or garage.
Go ahead and grab them while they are on sale!
Hyper Tough 27-Gallon Storage Tote with Snap-on Lid – $9.97 (reg. $14.97)
Shipping is free with Walmart+ or free with orders of $35+.
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This is such a fun deal! Speed to Walmart where you can score $100 off a Blackstone Outdoor Tabletop Propane Pizza Oven!
This makes it just $97 – regularly $197!
Even better, this pizza oven has great reviews. This is the best way to upgrade homemade pizza!
This deal is good for a limited time and while supplies last. Shipping is FREE.
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I make this hamburger soup pretty often for a few reasons: it has tons of veggies (yay nutrients!), it freezes really well, and it’s really, really tasty.
It’s great served with grilled cheese sandwiches! This recipe is adapted from The Pioneer Woman’s hamburger soup.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 stalks of celery, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 32 oz container of beef broth (you can use chicken broth if that's what you have on hand)
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
- 3 medium-sized russet potatoes, peeled and chopped into 1" cubes
- 3 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
Directions
- In a large Dutch oven over medium heat, add the ground beef, onion, celery, and garlic and cook until the beef is completely browned. Drain off any excess fat.
- Add the diced tomatoes (with their juices), broth, bell peppers, carrots, potatoes, ketchup, salt, pepper, oregano, Worcestershire sauce, and cayenne.
- Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook 25-30 minutes more (the potatoes should be soft, but not mushy).
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