The forever increasing grocery costs can really destroy a grocery budget. Am I right? Before you start to get stressed with increasing prices, know that there are many ways to reduce the amount you spend at the grocery store. Things like signing up for grocery store reward programs and making a meal plan and corresponding shopping list are fantastic ways to see savings.
Another great way to save money on groceries is by couponing! Couponing is a fun way to see even more savings on your grocery bill.
If you have been wondering about how to coupon in Canada, then I hope to help answer your questions by providing a complete guide to couponing in Canada!
Keeping your pantry stocked with necessities is a great way to avoid the take-out trap. But how exactly do you build a frugal pantry so it can perform its duties best and not cost an arm and a leg?
Take a look below at some helpful tips on how to build a frugal pantry, so you can be sure you always have everything you need right at your fingertips. Building a frugal pantry is simple, and as you will see, it doesn’t require you breaking the bank to get started. Now, let’s get building!
1. Evaluate your eating habits.
To begin, take a look at the meals your family eats each week. Do you love casseroles? Slow Cooker meals? Veggie side dishes? Snacks? Knowing what your family enjoys regularly can help you best plan out your pantry. Write down 10-12 dishes your family loves so you can start to deconstruct the meals by the ingredients used.
2. Deconstruct the meals by ingredients.
Once you know what you are eating, it’s time to deconstruct the meals by the ingredients used. For example, if you love spaghetti dinners, you will want to make sure you have pasta noodles, pasta sauce, and ground beef on hand at all times.
Another example would be ingredients in the premade meals and snacks you buy, like instant oatmeal or muffins. It’s definitely cheaper to create these convenience items at home and they can often taste much better.
3. Create your list.
Once you know what you need, you can create your shopping list. The idea is to stock up on canned and dry goods that can be used in a variety of ways. All of these items can be purchased in bulk and last a long time, so you will have a stocked pantry that is easily accessible. Here is what your shopping list may look like:
Assorted seasonings and dried herbs for sauces, marinades, and coatings.
Dried cereals, granolas, and oatmeal
Crackers and bread mixes (for use as intended or to create coatings)
Oils and vinegars for cooking or seasoning
Dried beans, lentils, nuts, seeds
You could also check out my Basic Pantry List that includes a helpful printable!
4. Buy on Sale
Try to purchase all of your pantry staples while they’re on sale. This will give you the most bang for your buck and allow you to purchase more than what you normally would have if they weren’t on sale. If you’re into using coupons, be sure to use any that you may have!
5. Organize your pantry.
Once you have your items, you want to organize the pantry so the ingredients are easy to find. Group them as described above. This will help you see what you have, see what you want to use, and see what you may need to buy.
Use your frugal pantry ingredients to create all of your favorite meals. In most cases, all you need to add is fresh meat, dairy, or a few fresh vegetables or fruits to finish off the recipe. Having these pantry staples on hand will cover the bulk of the recipe while saving you time and cash.
So are you ready to eat great while saving some money? It’s easy to build a frugal pantry when you give these tips a try!
These look so cozy! Get a pair of Vresdi Winter Boots for women for just $27.59 from Amazon.ca (reg. $45.99). To get the deal price, be sure to use the coupon code BP2TIX7V at the checkout. Here are some details:
Shaft measures approximately low-top from arch
Platform measures approximately .84"
Breathable air mesh upper, soft fabric lining and padded collar, lightweight and flexible
Soft Memory Foam Return Energy Insole + High Rebound Shock-absorbing Phylon Midsole
Air Cushioned Lightweight dual-density Ultra Go outsole with comfort pillar technology
BPA-Free Healthy Material – Shopwithgreen salad container made from premium food grade material. The bowl, spoon are food grade PP, the cover are made with premium BPA free silicone. Phthalates free, BPA free
Large Capacity – 52 OZ bowl, 2 OZ dressing container, 3 divided removable tray. Perfect capacity for your daily work, camping, outdoor, kids and adult. A great choice for your family, husband, wife, children
Keep Salad Fresh - Top lid features a rubberized sealing ring and locking clips to keep food fresh on the go - Reusable spoon stores conveniently in the top lid
Keep Food Separately – Don’t worry about food in a mess when take it to work. the removable compartment tray stores 3 or more toppings and/or snacks separately. The 2 OZ dressing sauce container keeps dressing mess-free during transport
Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator Save – Microwave temperature do not reach 120℃, Top dishwasher recommend, Easy storage, easy wash, save your precious time
This is a great offer from Yves Rocher that ships free too! Here are the steps to take to get three full sized freebies and three free samples:
Step 1: Shop through Rakuten first to receive 7.5% cash back on your purchase from Yves Rocher.
Step 2: Add something to your cart that is $10 or more. (I chose the Delectable Blackberry 4-Product Gift Set)
Step 3: Use the coupon code WELCOME50 for 50% off your order and a free mascara. (Even after the 50% discount, your cart total has to be $10 or more for free shipping and free mascara.)
Step 4: Pick 1 Full sized freebie (I chose the body milk) and then pick 3 free samples after that!
CartersOshKosh.ca has started some Boxing week sales with savings up to 60% off! So I took a look and found some PJ bottoms that are actually 79% off!
The Plaid Fleece PJ bottoms pictured above are only $3.74! Still available in sizes 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8!
Your order will ship for free if you spend $50 or more. Or if your local store offers curbside pickup, you can pick it up at the store yourself if they have the size you need!
You have got to head over to Old Navy Canada! I found some cute canvas espadrille flats that are only $4.18! They are on clearance for $6.97, but Old Navy is adding an extra 40% off to your purchase at the online checkout!
There are four different colours with lots of sizes left.
Mastercraft Screwdriver Set features satin-chrome plated shafts for durability and rust resistance
Made with CRV blades for durability and strength
Soft textured grip for comfort and control
Set includes 15 screwdrivers (slotted：1/8" x 3", 3/16" x 4", 1/4" x 1-1/2", 1/4" x 4", 5/16" x 6", phillips：ph1 x 1-1/2", ph2 x 1-1/2", ph2 x 4", ph3 x 6", two pieces square：S0 x 3", S1 x 1-1/2", S1 x 4", S2 x 1-1/2", S2 x 4", S3 x 6")
8 precision drivers (slotted: 2.0 x 50, 2.4 x 50, 3.0 x 50 mm, phillips: #000 x 50, #00 x 50, #0 x 50 mm, torx: T8x50, T9x50 mm)
Dried rice, pasta noodles, quinoa, couscous
