I’m reporting on food and affordability for NPR as part of our series “What’s Eating America.” In interviews with families, business owners and experts I’ve picked up practical strategies that help keep my family’s grocery bill down without taking all the fun out of eating. Watch for those stories in the series.
We recently ran a piece called “It’s not shameful, it’s savvy: The shoppers redefining how to save money on groceries” that looks at how people are changing where and how they shop to stretch their food budgets.
Now I want to hear from you. Tell me your best hacks for cutting food costs — the tricks, habits or small changes that really make a difference. Examples of useful details: what you buy instead of name brands, how you plan meals, ways you reduce food waste, apps or loyalty programs you use, how you shop sales or bulk, recipes that stretch ingredients, or low-cost meals your family loves.
Please use the form below to share your tip. If you want your idea considered for publication, include a short description of where you live (city/state), how much you think the tip saves, and whether we can use your name. Photos, links to recipes or quick examples are welcome but optional. I’ll compile the best ideas and share them with readers.
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