food expense

Food expenses continue to strain household budgets globally. Buying frozen vegetables saves 30% while keeping the same nutrients as fresh. Cooking in bulk and freezing portions maximizes time and cost efficiency. Rewards programs like Coles (AU) and Tesco (UK) offer fuel discounts. Shopping on Wednesday evenings helps snag markdowns on expiring items. Growing a $3 basil plant can yield $50 worth of fresh leaves.