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?

• Top 10 Grocery Budget Busters
• 2 Grocery Hacks You Need To Know
• How To Really Change Your Grocery Budget
• The Ultimate Guide To A Better Grocery Budget: 7 Strategies to Save
• The Ultimate Aldi Grocery List
• How Much Should A Family Spend On Groceries?
• Free Grocery Stock Up Price List Printable