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Four Tips for Eating Well and Saving Money on Groceries

Amy Shepard CFP with Sensible Money, reviews 4 tips for eating well and saving money on groceries including meal planning, online grocery ordering and how to buy in bulk.

By Amy Shepard May 13, 2026

Saving & Emergency Funds
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Key Takeaways

  • Plan your weekly menu for 7 dinners using apps like eMeals or Kid Eat in Color, then create a shopping list based only on those meals to eliminate impulse purchases and food waste
  • Use online grocery ordering to avoid in-store impulse buying—you see your total before checkout and can adjust items to stay within budget
  • Buy meat, vegetables, and bread in bulk when on sale, portion them at home, and freeze for later use to reduce per-unit costs and shopping frequency
  • Double recipes you enjoy and freeze half for quick meals on nights you don't want to cook, building a freezer bank of ready-to-eat options
  • Give yourself grace when starting these practices—adjust strategies over time to fit your family's preferences, dietary needs, and individual budget rather than chasing a specific spending target

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