Whether you’re in school full-time, or working part-time while you pursue studies, you’re likely looking to save time and money where you can! Here’s how to lower your grocery costs and eat healthily, too.
Monday rolls around, and you’re faced with the same old question: What should I eat this week?
Without a plan, you’ll rely on frozen pizzas and boxes of macaroni to fuel your brain – not a sustainable option for your health or your wallet!
So, how can you eat well without spending too much time or money? We’re sharing ways to grocery shop on a budget, and how to use your time (and ingredients) more efficiently!
Trying to decide what to eat when you’re already hungry rarely bodes well - you’re more likely to give in to cravings for something fast and fried rather than cook something at home.
Make all those decisions ahead of time by creating a menu for the week. In it, outline what you’ll eat for each meal of the day. Planning ahead also means you’ll know which ingredients you need to buy, and that takes the guesswork out of grocery shopping.
Be sure to take inventory of what you have on hand. What’s already in your pantry? Plan meals around the ingredients you already have so that your grocery list is shorter (and cheaper!).
Why cook three days of the week when you could cook just once or twice? That’s the beauty of meal prep!
When you cook a meal, you can double or even triple the quantity size to get extra portions out of it. Then, you’ll have a quick lunch or dinner the next day to keep you energized for studying.
Try to plan your meals around your schedule for the week. If you have evening classes one night, you’ll probably need to plan something quick and easy for dinner. But on a day with a lighter class load, you can make a larger batch of food that will last throughout the week.
Buying smaller quantities of food tends to cost more. If you buy in bulk, you’ll save money and have more ingredients to cook with for future meal plans. This is especially useful for ingredients with a long shelf life – think rice, grains, and canned goods.
Do you tend to go out for food when you meet up with friends? It’s a fun social activity, but it puts a dent in your wallet. You don’t want to turn down your friends, so instead, suggest cooking a meal at home together!
That way, you can still spend time with loved ones, enjoy an activity that’s budget-friendly, and share a meal that’s likely more nutritious than take-out.
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