Some people are real lovers of a tasty and dense meal, so they have to spend a lot of money on the purchase of various prepared dishes or food products used in the cooking process. On average, Russian families spend between 15 and 25 thousand rubles per month on food and drink. But there are some unusual life hacks that can significantly reduce the cost of buying products. Such savings have a positive effect on the family budget.
1. Freeze leftover food
In the process of preparing different dishes, the hostesses have some products that are perishable, so they have to be eaten urgently. In fact, it is enough only to freeze them in the freezer in order to use them for the preparation of other dishes in the future.
You can freeze various herbs and cheeses, fruits and vegetables, as well as oil. To do this, you need to have a fairly large freezer. Greens are best frozen in separate portions, and hard cheeses can be easily grated and frozen. Some people even store cooked pasta or other dishes that are not eaten at once by all family members in this way.
If a woman does not have the opportunity to cook different dishes every day, then she can make one large portion, which is divided into parts and frozen. Ready meat, various sauces and even broths can be stacked in the freezer. If they are divided into separate portions, then at any time you can get and defrost a tasty and healthy dish.
2. Buy seasonal products
To reduce food costs, it is advisable to purchase only seasonal fruits and vegetables. They have an affordable cost compared to exotic products. In the summer, it is advisable to purchase different berries, cucumbers, tomatoes, young potatoes and zucchini. They can be used not only for cooking, but also for creating different snacks for the winter.
Many of these products can be stored in the freezer, so you can use them already in the cold season. It is advisable to purchase berries in bulk, after which they are well washed and frozen. In winter, they can be used to make jam, smoothies or berry pie.
3. Look for grocery stores with low prices
Each supermarket uses its own pricing policy, so anyone can choose a store that offers the most affordable and affordable prices. Often in different stores held numerous promotions, with which you can save a lot.
It is possible to install a special application on the phone, with the help of which various promotions held in supermarkets are monitored, which will allow you to always buy goods at a substantial discount.
It is important to constantly use different loyalty cards and coupons. You can even use the services of online stores offering goods at low prices and with free delivery.
4. Buy items created by direct stores
Many supermarkets sell branded products. Typically, such products are more affordable in comparison with analogues. They are represented by different pasta, cereals or legumes. The quality of such products is quite high, but at the same time, large amounts of money can be saved.
But before purchasing a large number of such products, you need to make sure of optimal quality and pleasant taste.
5. Forget about buying ready-made meals
If a person likes to eat a lot and tastes good, then he often spends money on visiting various cafes and restaurants.But the cost of ready meals is very high, therefore, to save money, it is advisable to refuse such acquisitions. It is best to buy individual products from which you can cook a delicious and refined dish yourself.
Even if a person wants to treat himself to Japanese cuisine, he can make sushi and rolls on his own. Making pizza is incredibly simple in the oven, using different sausages or vegetables to create a unique filling.
Conclusion
If you use the above tips, you can significantly reduce the costs associated with the purchase of food. To do this, it is advisable to buy goods on stocks, as well as freeze leftover food. No need to buy ready-made dishes, as they can be prepared on their own, saving a large amount of money.