20 Expert Tips to Slash Your Grocery Bill in 2023 | How to Save Money on Groceries in 2023

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Looking to slash your grocery bill in 2023? In this video, we'll share 20 expert tips with you that will help you save money on groceries!
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@mangopilar Жыл бұрын

The comment “ruthless little children.” that made me laugh hard.😅

@MealsWithMaria Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂 it’s funny because it’s true!

@maxtraks Жыл бұрын

When I portion snacks into snack bags, I then put the snack bags back into the larger bag. Then just grab one out when needed.

@jillgott6567 Жыл бұрын

Purchasing meat that is on sale or clearance has always saved me alot of money over the years. I have had problems with depression the last few months and have not wanted to cook resulting in a large amount of fresh food to be wasted. Now, I am feeling better, I cook one protein for several days worth of meals and rely on frozen or canned veggies with only a few fresh fruits or veggies. Saves more money and less waste.

@itstime3976 Жыл бұрын

I do as well. I tend to batch cook and freeze most of it on my good days. I just did that on Sunday. I have it in the freezer pre- portioned. It makes those rough days (sometimes weeks) a bit easier. Hope you are doing ok.

@shelleychastagner69 Жыл бұрын

A couple of ideas: 1 - Bulk is my most significant budget saver. Find a store that sells things in bulk ie. dry beans, spices, flour etc. You will see a massive benefit to the budget. 2 - Buy the big block of cheese when it's on sale and grate it all. I use a food processor. Lay the cheese out on cookie sheets to freeze and then put it in gallon-size freezer bags. No moldy cheese and you have the convenience without the price.

@allyscroggins9814 Жыл бұрын

Try “Better than Bullion “ instead of the cubes. Especially the chicken! It’s so good, you can even drink it warm for a yummy warm drink. Just need to dilute it properly.

@carahrachelle8256 Жыл бұрын

I've also heard people say they put dry oatmeal in their taco meat to stretch it and that you can't tell

@erinj9642 Жыл бұрын

If you look on your Hellmans jar you should see something that says "Known as Best Foods west of the Rockies". Out west it says "Known as Hellmans east of the Rockies".

@cathyeller5722 8 ай бұрын

I cook a large pot of brown lentils, let them cool off. Put 1 1/2 cups in each small baggy and keep them on the freezer door. When making something with ground beef or ground turkey add them to the recipe it stretches the meat. No one will notice, lentils are my favorite due to them being cheaper than other beans available. Thanks for the video

@janemason2317 Жыл бұрын

Love the egg swap! That one was new to me. With egg prices what they are I think you should do a short on that one. I think it would be really good for your channel and people who are trying to use less eggs to save money!!

@tinaelliott8029 Жыл бұрын

It’s funny you say you swap salsa for rotel, I swap rotel with my homemade salsa. Great videos Maria, I am on a personal challenge and have not purchased groceries since the end of February, I am still so well stocked I am going to continue for maybe another month. I had done a low spend January and kind of started this no spend by accident. We had to go away the end of the first week of March, so we used up and froze what we could, so as not to waste. Well I got home a week later, didn’t stop at the grocery store and looked around and realized I really didn’t NEED anything, and so it began. Now I am on a personal challenge.

@noirefit5954 9 ай бұрын

I NEVER thought about using canned chicken in food prep beyond chicken salad lol. This is so amazing! I’ve never seen anyone really cooked with it before but now!?!? Oh boy! I have so many recipes now

@MealsWithMaria 9 ай бұрын

Yay! So glad I could help!

@allyrooh3628 Жыл бұрын

For the taco meat, I also add Spanish rice to the mix. It makes so many burritos or tacos for little money. I recently saw this on Dollar Tree Meals here on YT--Take one store made salad and make wraps with it. It has protein, cheese, lettuce, etc instead of buying everything separate. Very smart trick when traveling/hotel rooms. Good video!

@michellefitz4287 Жыл бұрын

That is an extremely good idea. Thanks for sharing! 😊

@evelynsaungikar3553 Жыл бұрын

We like hummus a lot. A smallish container costs about $4 where we are. Made from dried chick peas, it costs about 50 cents!

@stacyeisner441 Жыл бұрын

Large vanilla yogurt instead of vanilla ice cream. Tastes same but cheaper & healthier

@leewillers4621 Жыл бұрын

I buy the popcorn bags from Dollar Tree and my husband pops the corn in a little popcorn maker that he bought.

@danielintheantipodes6741 Жыл бұрын

Frozen vegetables tend to be frozen very soon after they are picked so, ironically, they are often 'fresher' than the fresh vegetables. I keep some in my freezer but also buy fresh ones. But brussel sprouts have now increased in price from too high to insanely expensive and the frozen ones are normal so I have decided to stick to frozen until.- if - the prices normalise. Thank you for the video!

@christophervogt7456 Жыл бұрын

Great tips, Maria! I use a lot of them already. Liked the idea for salsa! I grab meat on sale, usually in family packs. I divide it into smaller portions and freeze. As you mentioned, manager specials are great too for meats nearing their sell by date. 👍

@heatherprice6106 11 ай бұрын

I absolutely love all of your videos. Thank you for all the ideas.

@BeachLover21 Жыл бұрын

YAY for popcorn! Our #1 snack favorite. We have a silicone microwave popper. It's awesome! Oh, and that's Best FOODS mayonnaise. It's sold on the West coast where as Hellman's is sold on the East Coast (or that's last I heard). Great video!

@RobinBaich Жыл бұрын

I don't know if anyone else noticed this, but canned broth doesn't taste as good as it used to. When I use it, I still have to add bouillon cubes just to make the broth more flavorful.

@hello-vs4me Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your videos thanks ❤😊

@truthseeker6370 Жыл бұрын

I Really enjoyed this wonderful video, Maria!

@zuzanna4380 Жыл бұрын

Such a great video, i really apreciate that you alter between these cooking videos and the ones where you talk about tricks and shortcuts etc.. Thanks a lot!

@katherinerichardson1767 Жыл бұрын

The tips were great. Thanks for sharing.

@Itsabountifullife Жыл бұрын

Great ideas, thanks for sharing

@Back-handedLuck-ul7ms Жыл бұрын

New subscriber. Love your videos. Have been watching for awhile and all of your meals that I've tried have been great. Thanks.

@christeenprice5637 Жыл бұрын

An awesome video, thanks Maria ❤️👍❤️👍❤️

@puregold1725 11 ай бұрын

One can freeze fresh veggies.

@debbierossier3185 Жыл бұрын

Don’t laugh - but we buy our popcorn in a bag or big bottle and we use something called a Whirly Pop that is used on the stove top. Yep - I was skeptical too, but it takes about the same amount of time to pop as putting in a microwave, and in my opinion takes better and has way less unpopped kernels. Use butter, salt or whatever seasoning you choose. Bonus - it makes way more than a bag of microwave popcorn. Just a little more labor intensive (but not much) but it works. On buying whole heads of lettuce - I recently learned from another KZfaq channel that as soon as you get the head of lettuce home, take it out of that flimsy plastic bag from the grocery store and wrap it securely in aluminum foil and place in the crisper section of your refrigerator. It can last if you rewrap each time you use it for a very long time - I’ve had Romaine last up to two weeks - unheard of - it works!

@MealsWithMaria Жыл бұрын

Great ideas! I’ve definitely heard of the whirly pop before!

@rhiahlMT Жыл бұрын

You can save on the snack zip lock bags by buying the fold over sandwich baggies. Portion them out and keep the main bag sealed. Mom would grab those baggies when we emptied them and refill them. They are $1.88 for 200 of them. You can also use the glad bowls to divide them up. If you are in the west or in the Carolinas and Virginia there are the US Chef's stores. This week they have boneless, skinless chicken breasts 40 lbs for $58. Pork loin for $1.79 lb and beef rib for $9.49 lb. Which is kinda pricey. I just buy from there and split it all up. Seems like a lot of money, but it will last us for months. Tip if you are in a humid area you can put pretzels and crackers into a dehydrator to get the crispy texture back.

@bobbievowell3269 Жыл бұрын

The tip for using potato flakes was new to me. Thanks.

@lelliesosa7039 Жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this video. Thank you for all of your wonderful tips. It was very helpful to me.

@hello-vs4me Жыл бұрын

Great video thanks

@BergenholtzChannel Жыл бұрын

These are really helpful tips!

@hello-vs4me Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your videos thanks ❤️ 😊

@PGIFilms Жыл бұрын

3:05 Instead of baggies, save and reuse the containers from packages of Hillshire Farms deli meats. That way you're not wasting money on disposable bags and the plastic containers can keep chips, candy, or whatever else from being easily squished. 10:50 Got me thinking of modifying one of my go-to canned chicken recipes with a can of mixed vegetables that might stretch it from 4 meals into 6 meals, but I don't know how well it keeps as a second-day or third-day leftovers. Original recipe breaks down to about $1.80/large meal, or projected $1.40/moderate meal with the added vegetables. The canned chicken is the most expensive part and fresh cooked and shredded chicken could bring costs down even lower. ORIGINAL 1 Can (12.5oz) of Swanson White Premium Chunk Chicken Breast 1 Large (22.5oz) can or 2 small (10.5oz) cans of Campbell's Cream of Chicken Soup 1 Box (16oz) of Rotini (Spiral-shaped) pasta or small/medium shell pasta ~12oz water Makes 4 large, 6 moderate, or 4 small/kid meals Step 1 - Cook pasta as directed in a large pot, drain and set aside in a large bowl while returning pot to the stove and lower heat to low-medium setting. Step 2 - Rinse and drain canned chicken. Place in the large pot and use large spoon/ladle to smash the chuck into flat "shredded" chicken. Add the cream of chicken soup and about 12oz of water. This is about half the normal amount called for in the normal 1:1 cooking instructions so that the "sauce" isn't too runny and kind of sticks to the pasta. Stir the soup mixture (about 15 minutes) until the condensed soup is fully melted/dissolved and the "shredded" chicken chunks are spread throughout. Step 3 - Add back the cooked pasta and stir until thoroughly coated. Cook for another 10-15 minutes, stirring every 3-5 minutes to keep things from sticking and burning on the bottom. Remove from heat and let sit for about 10 minutes, stir once halfway through and again before serving. This is actually better as leftovers in my opinion, because the soup "sauce" kind of thickens, gets less runny and sticks to the pasta to give it better flavor, hit it with some salt and pepper and it's good to go. I know that this version will keep for 2-3 days as leftovers. I typically reheat 4 minutes on 50% power (1100w microwave) stir and heat again for another 4 minutes at 50% power. NEW VEGETABLE VERSION In Step 2 if you dump in the can straight (with it's own water), maybe cut back the additional water to about 8-10oz instead of ~12oz in the original. I don't know how well the leftovers would keep or reheat since I've only now considered it. NOTE ON DIFFERENT SOUPS I usually go with just the Campbell's Cream of Chicken, but have been tempted to try 1 small can 🐓Cream of Chicken and 1 small can 🥦Broccoli & 🧀Cheese or just both small cans of 🥦🥦Broccoli & 🧀🧀Cheese.

@ramonahatter9887 Жыл бұрын

Great tips

@juliejernigan4994 Жыл бұрын

Happy Mother's Day Maria ❣I hope you have an Awesome day ❣I love watching your videos ❤

@couponingwithisa Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing ❤

@melissamartin5910 Жыл бұрын

I made note of the egg swap. I never heard that and will definetly use it. Thank you.

@Becka034 Жыл бұрын

Great tips! Thanks for sharing and 100% agree with the popcorn! Even at 19 my youngest loves when I make popcorn, it was always a treat in the evening since my kids were little!

@shelzp7272 Жыл бұрын

@MWM Ok, so a large bag of chips doesn’t get stale if it’s near me haha… 🥰 Also, great job sharing these tips in one video… ✔️ Would you consider making a ‘Short’ video showing how you wrap tortillas for burritos or sandwich wraps because it looks like you do it very well.

@carolparker2392 Жыл бұрын

Also reuse those ziplock bags. I can use them 20 ore more times.

@justplaintara9028 Жыл бұрын

I love your "me thing" with the substitutions no matter how my recent comment sounded! Thank you Maria 🙂

@dianasavonjourney Жыл бұрын

Fantastic tips!! Thank you!!

@MealsWithMaria Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!!!

@cilantroyepazote5160 Жыл бұрын

It depends, per once the larger container may be less, but if you notice that you're never able to finish it before it goes bad it's better to just buy the single serving container. Also if you want to buy just one or two chicken breasts maybe check your local carnicería or latin foods market. Often times they will sell you any amount of meat you like.

@Laguns-ij4hn Жыл бұрын

I have a problem with buying and prepping food. Plus my oldest is really a picky eater. I like the idea of the popcorn swap. Probably less calories and more fiber too.

@valmalukas356 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the discount code! Just ordered my first box. So awesome it’s already prepared and portioned. I can’t wait to try it.

@MealsWithMaria Жыл бұрын

Fabulous!!

@katherinerichardson1767 Жыл бұрын

Yes!!!! Popcorn is yummy, and it brings lovely memories of going to the movies.

@Jen-wq3jj Жыл бұрын

I look at what I have at home and what meals I planned for the week and then look at coupon and ads and compare price and get the best deal we spent in March $282.66 for 2 with special diet needs and not including eating some lunches out.

@Whisky-1203 Жыл бұрын

You just reminded me to freeze my vegetables before they go bad! I also like to buy fruit on sale and then freeze it to use for smoothies. Really great tips I’ll have to try next time I go shopping.

@lisalewis9343 Жыл бұрын

One thing I do also is half meat and poultry in dishes and replace with vegs or pasta or beans or rice. This will cut cost alot

@bridgetmarden7224 Жыл бұрын

❤❤❤ love all your videos and ideas 💡 thank you darlin ❤ PS thank you for being real. Not everyone has fresh so dried is what is on hand. You are awesome.

@MealsWithMaria Жыл бұрын

😀 you’re welcome!

@kathybrooks4270 Жыл бұрын

Lot's of good ideas.

@MealsWithMaria Жыл бұрын

😀😀

@kenbaxter6014 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your informative. Channel we live inAustralia on a very tight budget we always shop ALDIS.

@christinatareski8882 Жыл бұрын

Hellman's mayo out west is called "Best Foods". Same stuff.

@dixiebell7011 Жыл бұрын

Love mash potatoes swap. Best Foods Mayo. I was making my own when prices were so high and Grocery Outlet was out. Corn starch is what they put on cheese. Thanks

@ivybichon8582 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the potatoes swap in the soup. I’m lactose intolerant

@johnbrooks8258 Жыл бұрын

Hair looks good!

@muzikl96 Жыл бұрын

Best Choice? If one has access Sams Club sells an 8 pack of Rotel for $7ish. Great idea for the egg replacement. Thanks!

@sallylastname1319 Жыл бұрын

"Completely ruthless little children" 😂 So funny because it's so true!

@amyschmelzer6445 Жыл бұрын

I am canning poultry stock right now from a turkey carcass and some chicken bones I accumulated in the freezer. I never buy broth but I do keep bouillon on hand too. Sometimes bouillon is just better for what I am cooking than stock.

@charlottekearn5185 Жыл бұрын

I already do most of what you named, it is way less expensive. I just wanted to comment on your chip/ popcorn statement. You are totally right, popcorn is way more fun than chips, also if you don't want plain buttered popcorn there are so many ways to spruce it up, it's a winner everytime. If we are about to watch a movie and I say popcorn it always is a thumbs up.

@tcctocrazytccarson7309 Жыл бұрын

I'm a unique individual, for #4 you could label the bags you use for each type of snacks. You can then reuse the bags. I break down Costco size bags of their Organic White Corn to 2 to 3 cup portions place them back in the large bag and then put it back in the freezer ❤😊

@tcctocrazytccarson7309 Жыл бұрын

#12 canned chicken in particular. I heard someone once mention that canned chicken can have a tuna taste to it, but rinsing it solves that problem, it's TRUE 😊

@lauriev4082 Жыл бұрын

Great ideas. I have been doing a lot of pantry cooking the past few weeks, trying not to buy much on my limited income. Due to mobility issues I don't really go to the grocery store but do pick up instead, so I miss out on some of that discounted meat. However, I do buy meat and break it up to freeze it portion sizes for me.. I also use about half the meat in the recipe and sometimes bulk it up with veggies. I love spaghetti with just about half a pound of ground beef or sausage and tons of veggies, zuchinni, bell pepper, onions, carrots, mushrooms and anything else that sounds good that day. My friend started making it this way and won''t go back. I have even just made it with veggies and sauce. Yum! BTW, it's Best Foods mayonnaise and it is the same as Hellman's just a different name in the West. I didn't learn this until I was in my 20's, I'm 67 now.

@jodiweiss8705 Жыл бұрын

You are right that so many people are brand loyal when it comes to mayo and ketchup! That used to be me, also, before I tried the Aldi Burman brand. We really don't notice a taste difference, but the price is much better!

@MealsWithMaria Жыл бұрын

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@lizhumble9953 Жыл бұрын

I have found the international markets will sometimes have the staples for much cheaper. If you have a local market, check them out for things like pasta, fruits, spices at a discounted rate.

@smiley9872 Жыл бұрын

Pre shredded cheese is horrid, they put potato starch on it, to stop is clumping! Yes, the potato starch that you recommend for bulking up soups, everything has its place, I suppose!

@lindaplank5972 Жыл бұрын

How do you get the tin taste out of canned chicken? I can always detect canned chicken, even when I am not there when anyone cooks with canned chicken. Thanks!

@lindatsai3454 Жыл бұрын

This is a stupid question but can you pre shred the block of cheese and just store it in a Ziploc or Tupperware? Or would it go bad faster?

@BergenholtzChannel Жыл бұрын

Best is the same as Hellmann's on the West coast.

@dmmrad54 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the tips. Some i already use. I am retired and on a fixed income. Frozen veggies and fruits are always good to keep in the freezer.

@MealsWithMaria Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! Darlene, do you mind sharing what your food budget is for the month? I’d like to do a video specific to fixed income budgets.

@dmmrad54 Жыл бұрын

@@MealsWithMaria my food budget is about $130 give or take maybe $50.00 per month for one person. I buy a lot of meat that is on sale. I buy the 2.25 lb of hamburger and split it up into 1/2 lb in freezer bags. I buy chicken breasts in family pack and cut them up into thin breasts and tender portions. I will get a 3 or 4 pound chuck roast and cut up some for stew meat or stir fry, then use the whole portion that is left for pot roast. These are some of the things I do too stay on budget.

@princessjanuarymarie3197 Жыл бұрын

cool

@janeulness2119 Жыл бұрын

Did u know you can cook a “block” of frozen beef in the insta pot?

@cindywright4989 Жыл бұрын

Best foods is Helmans in the western states

@ericarandall2692 Жыл бұрын

I think you are thinking of Best Foods mayonnaise 😊 That’s the ONLY mayo we use, LOL. Although we don’t have Duke’s 😉

@hello-vs4me Жыл бұрын

I got bar s hot dogs 🌭bun size 24 pack 1.36 got 6 enough hot dogs for a year. Only 3 of us. Hot dogs at aldi

@lanorock3300 Жыл бұрын

These are some great tips, I love to try use some of them. I'm glad I found this channel very interesting, new subscriber to your channel stay connected God bless🙏. Like 512👍👍

@debbiecarleton2101 Жыл бұрын

I've been watching your videos for a couple months the only thing I can't do that you do is the pasta my friend has gluten intolerance

@hello-vs4me Жыл бұрын

Chicken aldi last month

@hello-vs4me Жыл бұрын

Got chicken legg quarters for 47 cents at aldi a month ago limit 20 pounds I got 20 pounds and husband got 20 pounds enough chicken for 6 months

@JESUSLOVESYOU.150 Жыл бұрын

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@ThanhVu-sp5nv 2 ай бұрын

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@hello-vs4me Жыл бұрын

We have been eating off stock pile for months and still have alot of food

@MealsWithMaria Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome!

@hello-vs4me Жыл бұрын

Thanks have a great week

@maricelisfigueroa856 Жыл бұрын

Where"s the recipe for the ice cream cupcakes?

@pamfrey6785 Жыл бұрын

Best foods mayonnaise

@wandahall4435 Жыл бұрын

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@hello-vs4me Жыл бұрын

Also last week Albertson's has hamburger 1.83 a pound limit 20 pounds I got 20 pounds. Husband got 20 pounds enough hamburger for a year

@hello-vs4me Жыл бұрын

I can't get beans

@MaritsaDarman Жыл бұрын

over soaking beans makes it more easily digestible

@kathyclarke6327 Жыл бұрын

Can you buy seasonal vegetables then freeze them yourself? I’m sure there must be away.

@MealsWithMaria Жыл бұрын

Absolutely!

@sarahl.944 Жыл бұрын

21-Watch meals with Maria for ideas and tips. 😉

@hello-vs4me Жыл бұрын

I make sll my cakes cookies muffins and biscuits

@amyk6028 9 ай бұрын

Beans? Not everyone wants to eat beans all day every day

@cathyeller5722 8 ай бұрын

My husband is sir fart a lot with beans. I know what you mean. Use lentils, I sneak them into all of my ground beef and ground turkey recipes. I cook a large pot of brown lentils let them cool off then separate them into 1 1/2 cups per small baggies. I now use 1/2 pound of meat and 1 1/2 cup of bag of lentils. You can't tell they are in their. You don't have to have beans every day. Once a month make a big crockpot full of beans then portion them out throughout the next couple of months. Or, sneak them into meatloaf, use them as a side dish. Prices are supposed to go up 3 percent in the next couple of months. People will be farting. (to cut down on gas, soak your beans overnight)