UPDATE for 20224: Some of the prices on this website are out of date (but not way far off). I am updating these prices for 2024. I will put a * in front of each post name (to the right) as I update them.
However, remember the CONCEPT of this website – if you smart-shop, you will STILL be able to cut your food costs 25% – 50% using these techniques. I am still finding crazy food deals at Kroger, Lidl, Aldi, etc.
In the column on the right are some meals I eat at very low costs. If you click on each link, you’ll see the different costs I’d pay if I paid full price, bargain price and with smart shopping. The prices on each picture are the Smart Shopping costs and an explanation of how I got them.
Plan on paying a little less than the Bargain cost for most of your meals. The Smart Shopping costs include some one-time deals, such as manager’s specials, dented cans, etc. But, you’ll run into those quite often in your area, so you’ll pay a little less than the Bargain cost of each meal when you average in your Smart Shopping deals.
The difference between the Bargain and Smart Shopping cost is not huge. You should be able to eat for less than $5 each day at the Bargain cost for each meal.
