Few daily kitchen tasks should require one-use items like paper towels, paper plates or plasticware. These items go straight into the trash and are a drain on your wallet. Put some hand towels in the kitchen for drying hands. Use a sponge to clean up spills on the countertop and … [Read more...] about Save convenience goods for inconvenient times
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Forget paper napkins
Investing in a number of simple cloth napkins can help your budget and the environment over time. Consider your usage, the price of paper napkins and cost of laundry before making the switch. The same applies to facial tissues and handkerchiefs.A LOZO expert posted this tip. … [Read more...] about Forget paper napkins
Keep it handy, keep it simple
A well-stocked changing area will improve your cash flow as well as your sanity. Keep a zipper lock plastic bag with facial tissues as an inexpensive (and refillable) alternative to expensive single-use packs. Try a roll of paper towels with smaller sheets so that you can use a … [Read more...] about Keep it handy, keep it simple
Check ethnic markets for affordable fresh meat
Supermarkets aren't the only stores that sell fresh meat and poultry. Check your area for ethnic food markets and fresh grocers. For example, some Asian markets sell higher quality meat at lower prices everyday.While you are at the supermarket be sure to check the ethnic food … [Read more...] about Check ethnic markets for affordable fresh meat
Don’t be afraid of too much meat
Meats are great to buy in bulk because they freeze well and there are often significant sales. Also look at "family packs" sizes, which are regularly less expensive per pound for the same item. It is usually safest to separate and freeze your meats in individual portions when you … [Read more...] about Don’t be afraid of too much meat