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How to Know If a Grocery Sale Is Actually a Good Deal
I used to think a sale was a sale. If the sign said SALE, I assumed I was saving money. Then I started paying attention to what I was actually paying. And I realized something: A sale price isn't necessarily a good price. During the Great Recession, I had been a wife for about two years; we'd been in our first home for about a year when I became pregnant with our first child. We were living on a very modest single income, and I had enrolled in college. Finding ways to make en
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How to Stock Up Without Panic: 15 Staples to Buy When Prices Are Low
Have you noticed your grocery bill creeping higher, even though you're buying the same things you've always bought? The same milk. The same peanut butter. The same pasta. You're not imagining it. Whether you're name-brand loyal or depend on the house brands, everything seems to have a new, higher price tag. And it isn’t just the price that has changed. Shrinkflation is very real, my friend. Jump to List The latest numbers from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics give us a goo
Oct 55 min read


Chorizo Breakfast Burritos
Spicy homemade chorizo, fluffy scrambled eggs, tender potatoes, and lots of cheese all wrapped in a warm tortilla. Perfect for brunch or a grab-and-go meal! Jump to Recipe Starting your day without breakfast can really throw you off, especially if you're rushing out the door or tempted by the convenience of a drive-thru! Instead of settling for a quick, unhealthy option, why not whip up some delicious homemade chorizo breakfast burritos? They’re not only easy to make, but als
Aug 244 min read
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