Last week, with a basket full of delectable treats from my neighborhood health food store, I easily rang up $50 for only a few days worth of food.  A closer look at my $4 box of cereal, $9  yogurt covered almonds, and $3 mango orange juice, it’s easy to see where my money is going.  With just those 3 items, I’m already over this guys one time food budget of $15 a week.

His tips:

• Never allow leftovers to go bad.
• Supplement with inexpensive foods.
• Shop in the produce aisle.
• Never eat out.
• Have substantial cereals for breakfast.
• Avoid junk food.
• Avoid pre-cooked foods.
• Buy a basic paperback cookbook.
• Don’t buy beverages.

While he goes to the extreme of frugal eating, there are tips in there I can utilize right away.  I would welcome knocking $10-$20 off my weekly grocery bill choosing to spend that money elsewhere.

Read How to Feed Yourself for $15 a Week for the rest of the information.