My husband works at a grocery store, so he usually just picks up what we'll have for dinner. I do meal plan for my breakfasts, lunches and snacks, though.
I do meal plan because it helps to keep grocery costs within budget and it helps me and my boyfriend to stick to a healthy diet. I get emails from all sorts of recipe websites and bookmark those that sound tasty, I've got a whole archive to fall back on depending on mood and time. I really like slow cooker and one pot recipes with lots of veggies in them. I recommend checking out a website like Tastespotting for inspiration and exposure to food blogs that fit your interests.
I think I can explain #8... Essentially, it's other drivers using your blinkers against you. It's been observed when you use your blinker, it cues the other drivers that 'you want to do something' or 'something is desirable', and so they speed up and jam in from behind...seemingly so you can't have 'it'. Up until the past few years, I've used my blinkers to the letter of driving (DMV) rules...yeah, don't follow that anymore...it's been making driving more difficult. I don't know WTF is wrong with people...when they see that blinker...they're like "floor it!" Hence, we now have the 2-second pre-blinker, or the 'after-the-turn/lane-change' blinker.
My most 'jacked up' experience is, I checked the lane I wanted to go to, absolutely no one was in it, I put my blinker on because someone (a biker) was behind me, as soon as I start to change lanes the person behind floors it from behind into the lane in which I'm transitioning, we nearly collide, and then I get the mouthed 'FU' and finger... Seriously, WTF is wrong with people??? Having enough of this BS, I've since invested in 360 vehicle video cam coverage anytime I'm driving...as 'it' is only a matter of time...
Buy a brand new car at the very end of current model year and you'll get up to $10k off in some cases. New car will have lower interest rates and better warranty, which may end up costing less in the end. This is a half-pass article.
I totally agree with your article.
I purchased a two year old vehicle from the first owner that still left me one year of warranty.
I paid 65% of the new price, yet I still got an as-new car.
I was actually able to afford a better model than if I had purchased new!
I'll never buy new.
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Ive been meal planning for about 3 years now. Throughout that time, I have saved thousands of dollars by eating what I had in my house vs spending money on fast food everyday. Not to mention my health improved significantly. Some of my favorite go to meals are Crock Pot chili, Grilled Chicken Breast & Sweet Potatoes, and of course the all time classic Spaghetti with home made meatballs.
I will do some general meal planning most of the time. I make sure that I have the basic ingredients, fruits, veggies and canned beans on hand for meals/snacks. No time or energy for anything more elaborate during this phase of my life.
We do meal plan. I shop the local circulars every week, clip coupons Sunday morning, then go to the stores. I usually spend around 4 hours a weekend preparing lunches and dinner for the week.
I don't meal plan as in make a calendar with a meal for each day. I do plan ahead and have ingredients on hand to make a variety of meals and snacks. It pays to be flexible so you can take advantage of unadvertised mark downs and discounts. You never know when you'll find that 10 pound pork loin on sale that you'll have the grocery store butcher cut and package to your liking.
I do plan, but not as meticulously as others. I basically buy the same things every week from the grocery store and try to cook meals using what is available/left. This means that it's not uncommon for me to make scrambled eggs for dinner if that's what is left in my fridge!
I do meal plan, but not always on the same day. Sometimes it's just Friday to Monday, so I can make sure there are groceries for the week ahead and some leftovers from the weekend to make the week easier!
i live with my brother, but i love cooking for my boyfriend, too...and they're both vegetarian, so that makes it fun because it makes me eat less meat and encourages me to focus on vegetable and flavors rather than fat or artificial fast food junk
I always have pasta and pesto sauce (favorite is in the plastic jar from Costco but can use any), feta cheese and pitted Kalamata olives on hand. This can be added to any sausage, chicken, leftover meat or fish and fresh or leftover vegetables. Also in summer, add in some cherry tomatoes. Makes a quick tasty Mediterranean-ish dish that's different every time depending on what you put in.
My husband works at a grocery store, so he usually just picks up what we'll have for dinner. I do meal plan for my breakfasts, lunches and snacks, though.
No, I'm terrible about this which is why I often end up getting takeout and spending too much! I'm going to try and improve on this.
Some weeks i meal plan and other weeks I do not, it depends on what I have planned for that week.
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I ALWAYS meal plan- or we end up eating out every night OR eating eggs all the time.
I do meal plan because it helps to keep grocery costs within budget and it helps me and my boyfriend to stick to a healthy diet. I get emails from all sorts of recipe websites and bookmark those that sound tasty, I've got a whole archive to fall back on depending on mood and time. I really like slow cooker and one pot recipes with lots of veggies in them. I recommend checking out a website like Tastespotting for inspiration and exposure to food blogs that fit your interests.
I think I can explain #8... Essentially, it's other drivers using your blinkers against you. It's been observed when you use your blinker, it cues the other drivers that 'you want to do something' or 'something is desirable', and so they speed up and jam in from behind...seemingly so you can't have 'it'. Up until the past few years, I've used my blinkers to the letter of driving (DMV) rules...yeah, don't follow that anymore...it's been making driving more difficult. I don't know WTF is wrong with people...when they see that blinker...they're like "floor it!" Hence, we now have the 2-second pre-blinker, or the 'after-the-turn/lane-change' blinker.
My most 'jacked up' experience is, I checked the lane I wanted to go to, absolutely no one was in it, I put my blinker on because someone (a biker) was behind me, as soon as I start to change lanes the person behind floors it from behind into the lane in which I'm transitioning, we nearly collide, and then I get the mouthed 'FU' and finger... Seriously, WTF is wrong with people??? Having enough of this BS, I've since invested in 360 vehicle video cam coverage anytime I'm driving...as 'it' is only a matter of time...
Buy a brand new car at the very end of current model year and you'll get up to $10k off in some cases. New car will have lower interest rates and better warranty, which may end up costing less in the end. This is a half-pass article.
I totally agree with your article.
I purchased a two year old vehicle from the first owner that still left me one year of warranty.
I paid 65% of the new price, yet I still got an as-new car.
I was actually able to afford a better model than if I had purchased new!
I'll never buy new.
I don't really meal plan. Just whatever is fast and easy or we feel like eating.
I think we're okay without meal planning.
Adopting good financial habits and following them with dedication and commitment will help you not only meet your end financial goals, but also reward you till the end of your life. This article shares interesting links which are very useful in saving money. Thank you sharing this article!
Ive been meal planning for about 3 years now. Throughout that time, I have saved thousands of dollars by eating what I had in my house vs spending money on fast food everyday. Not to mention my health improved significantly. Some of my favorite go to meals are Crock Pot chili, Grilled Chicken Breast & Sweet Potatoes, and of course the all time classic Spaghetti with home made meatballs.
I will do some general meal planning most of the time. I make sure that I have the basic ingredients, fruits, veggies and canned beans on hand for meals/snacks. No time or energy for anything more elaborate during this phase of my life.
We do not usually meal plan. However, we do make easier meals on busy nights.
I meal plan:
Meatless Monday
Taco Tuesday
Wildcard Wednesday
Throwback Thursday (leftovers)
Free for all Friday
Sandwich Saturday
Soup-er Sunday
We do meal plan. I shop the local circulars every week, clip coupons Sunday morning, then go to the stores. I usually spend around 4 hours a weekend preparing lunches and dinner for the week.
Healthy soups are are great way to use leftovers and are a favorite in the winter months. Use a slow cooker and it's easy cleanup!
I don't meal plan as in make a calendar with a meal for each day. I do plan ahead and have ingredients on hand to make a variety of meals and snacks. It pays to be flexible so you can take advantage of unadvertised mark downs and discounts. You never know when you'll find that 10 pound pork loin on sale that you'll have the grocery store butcher cut and package to your liking.
Yes definitely meal plan!
I meal plan based on what's on sale and if I find interesting recipes. I always have certain staples on hand so I can always whip up something.
I do plan, but not as meticulously as others. I basically buy the same things every week from the grocery store and try to cook meals using what is available/left. This means that it's not uncommon for me to make scrambled eggs for dinner if that's what is left in my fridge!
I do meal plan, but not always on the same day. Sometimes it's just Friday to Monday, so I can make sure there are groceries for the week ahead and some leftovers from the weekend to make the week easier!
i live with my brother, but i love cooking for my boyfriend, too...and they're both vegetarian, so that makes it fun because it makes me eat less meat and encourages me to focus on vegetable and flavors rather than fat or artificial fast food junk
I always have pasta and pesto sauce (favorite is in the plastic jar from Costco but can use any), feta cheese and pitted Kalamata olives on hand. This can be added to any sausage, chicken, leftover meat or fish and fresh or leftover vegetables. Also in summer, add in some cherry tomatoes. Makes a quick tasty Mediterranean-ish dish that's different every time depending on what you put in.