Post your recommendations for keeping grocery costs under control.

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58. Recently lost 60 lbs and learned "how" to eat

I purchase food in it's most unadulterated form. Quinoa replaces pasta as does Farro. 1/4C is a serving cooked. Lots of eggs, plain nonfat Greek yogurt, low fat cottage cheese. Berries, Spinach, Peppers, give the most bang for your buck. Apples, stone fruits. Shredded Cabbage for salads. Crushed tomatoes. I do purchase pre-made balsamic dressings, sauces to add flavor. 1 TB per serving mixed w a touch of water goes a long way. Meat I do splurge and get grass fed as I feel it's the best bang for my buck. Canned tuna, lots of chicken. I do not eat meat as the centerpiece of a meal. It's usually diced and thrown in as a 2.5 Oz portion. 1 slice of bread every morning slathered w smashed avocado or hummus w an egg. Oh! And a shit ton of bananas! I was a sweet-aholic!

My grocery bill decreased eating this way. I keep the same 20 or so items on hand and find new ways to combine them. I went from 75 a week or more in 2020, to about 45 in 2022. There are some items I do subscribe and save oats, grains, almond milk, nuts.
If I want a "treat" ie: heart attack food, I have to go out to get it!

I actually Googled " food most bang for your buck" and went from there.
My job is very physical I'm a tradesperson, I'm not small by any means. This way of eating is sustainable. Water and coffee only, Bubly in the summertime!