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70 Ways To Cut Your Grocery Budget In Half (Without Clipping a Single Coupon)

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Looking for ways to cut your grocery budget in half (without clipping a single coupon?) While I save a bundle with coupons, the bulk of my savings come just from shopping strategically, which means you don't have to clip any coupons at all.

 

 

I also enlisted the advice of the ladies in our Dinner's Done Facebook group on this post (they had so many great ideas!) If you'd love to get encouragement on making dinner every night, I highly recommend joining this free group ~ go HERE to check it out!

 

 

  1. Always shop with a grocery list
  2. Actually stick to your grocery list once you've made it
  3. Menu Plan
  4. Shop Aldi
  5. Be cautious when buying in bulk at Costco and Sam's Club (more info HERE)
  6. Try out Fresh Thyme or Sprouts for crazy low prices on produce
  7. Check over here for current printable coupons available
  8. Make sure to check the stores you shop store app for coupons and deals
  9. Always (always) shop your store's sales ad
  10. Know your prices
  11. Stockpile when you see a good price
  12. Substitute with things you already have (no buttermilk on hand? Mix vinegar and milk)
  13. Shop without children
  14. Shop without your spouse. 🙂
  15. Buy produce in season
  16. Eat your leftovers
  17. Shop your pantry fridge and freezer (then use All Recipes ingredient search to make a meal)
  18. Learn your store's markdown schedule
  19. Shop the store brands
  20. Use Ibotta (make sure to check for free items in the app)
  21. Start a garden
  22. Try shopping once a month
  23. Check the unit price to make sure you're never spending too much
  24. Buy diapers and toilet paper on Amazon
  25. Checkout Fetch Rewards super easy money savings app
  26. Buy in bulk
  27. Pay with cash
  28. Skip the pre-packaged stuff
  29. Don't use paper towels
  30. Or trash bags
  31. Buy double ply TP and only use single sheets. (TEASING. Just checking in to see if you're still awake.) 😉
  32. Make seasonings and sauces yourself (get a few of my favorites in the index at the back of this free cookbook)
  33. Store deeply discounted items in your freezer (get the full list of what to freeze over HERE)
  34. Have breakfast for dinner once a week
  35. Don't cook more than you need if it will go to waste
  36. Only buy meat when it's on sale
  37. Shop early in the morning when meat markdowns have just been made
  38. Ask the butcher to cup up large bulks of meat to get the best price
  39. Rotate your pantry so food doesn't expire
  40. Make baked goods from scratch (homemade bread, anyone?)
  41. Cook in bulk
  42. Ask stores to price match
  43. Don't shop if you're hungry
  44. Learn the map of your store so you get in and get out fast
  45. Skip any pre-cut meats, fruits, or veggies
  46. Buy big roasts (pork and beef) when on sale and cut them into 2 or 3 chunks, making for several meal (thanks Tiffany!)
  47. Buy eggs from a friend who has chickens (I get a dozen for $3 and they are organic)
  48. Don't buy bottled water
  49. Go HERE to see your favorite stores weekly and and top deals this week
  50. Buy a rotisserie chicken at Costco or Sam's and use the meat in soups, stews, and casseroles
  51. Keep a running log of how much you spend at the grocery store each week
  52. Shop more than one store
  53. Use cloth napkins instead of paper
  54. Skip paper plates
  55. Repurpose glass jars (or use mason jars) and store your homemade dry mixes
  56. Learn to can your own foods
  57. Create a price list for your area (Thanks Ashley!)
  58. Re-use your grocery sacks
  59. Pick up produce in large bags instead of buy the piece
  60. Don't buy pre-packaged salad blends
  61. Use up every single thing in your pantry
  62. Try out shopping online using Kroger Click List or Walmart Grocery Pickup so you avoid buying extras you don't need
  63. Avoid the kid snack traps, like packing your own goldfish, making granola bars, relying on fruit, etc (thanks, Amy!)
  64. Base your meals on sales, buy lots of meat when it's on sale and freeze the extra (thanks, Nicole!)
  65. Instead of using foil or plastic wrap, store food in re-usable containers
  66. Reinvent leftovers. Bones from cooked meats can be turned into broth. Use the trimmings and peels from celery, onions carrots for flavor in the broth. Repurpose leftover bits and pieces into something else. Bake extra chicken, use it in other dishes or on a salad. (Thanks, Robin and Vicki!)
  67. Prioritize what you need most and cut out non-essentials. We no longer buy things like soft drinks, paper towels, most packaged or prepared food. Buy ingredients and cook from scratch. So much healthier for you too (thanks, Tami!)
  68. Freeze leftovers and save for lunches so you do not go out
  69. Vacuum seal fruits, veggies and meat to make them last longer
  70. Buy gift cards for gas rewards

 

 

 

What other things do you recommend to save on groceries without clipping any coupons? Leave a comment to share ~ I love hearing from you! 

 

 

Need more ideas on how to save on your grocery budget?