I find its much easier to go by a monthly budget as well. I do 2 big shops a month and 2 quick (milk & some produce) shops a month.
We dont eat a lot of processed food. Make your own in bulk & freeze- ie: I do this for things like muffins. It takes nearly the same amount of time to make 2 dozen muffins as it does for one. Freeze in portion controlled freezer bags- grab a bag & voila- breakfast or snack for school for the kids.
I go by my shopping list and I dont cheat! I dont like warehouse stores as they are usually more expensive as it will go bad before we use it. I like Aldi for certain items- Trader joes for others.
For a family of 4- one gluten free, one dairy free (not the same person) we spend between 600-800 a month. And, we are are eating pretty healthy stuff- 95% plus not processed foods. (And no I dont have a ton of extra time to cook, but making in bulk & freezing really helps!).
We dont eat a lot of processed food. Make your own in bulk & freeze- ie: I do this for things like muffins. It takes nearly the same amount of time to make 2 dozen muffins as it does for one. Freeze in portion controlled freezer bags- grab a bag & voila- breakfast or snack for school for the kids.
I go by my shopping list and I dont cheat! I dont like warehouse stores as they are usually more expensive as it will go bad before we use it. I like Aldi for certain items- Trader joes for others.
For a family of 4- one gluten free, one dairy free (not the same person) we spend between 600-800 a month. And, we are are eating pretty healthy stuff- 95% plus not processed foods. (And no I dont have a ton of extra time to cook, but making in bulk & freezing really helps!).