The Bite (Issue 84): It's budget week!

Here's how to grocery shop [View in browser](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RCaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMvcDQyeHh3dXY3cy8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~) After several years of a [global pandemic](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RmaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMvNDhuaTUxeGRsYS8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjJmxoX2VtPXRyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1JTQwZ21haWwuY29tVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~), [supply-chain issues](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RmaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMvdTRkdDV0cXU0dS8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjJmxoX2VtPXRyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1JTQwZ21haWwuY29tVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~)and[skyrocketing inflation](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RmaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMvMXdwYnI0dThkYy8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjJmxoX2VtPXRyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1JTQwZ21haWwuY29tVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~), grocery prices are finally starting to come down. Well, somewhat. As [CNN Business reported](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RCaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMvdXkzdmFmM2N0dy8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~) earlier this month, from March to April, grocery prices ticked down 0.2%. It’s not a big number, but it is heartening for a couple reasons. The first is that there are specific categories that saw a more drastic drop, like [milk](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RmaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMvcWplZGpvNGZ4bC8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjJmxoX2VtPXRyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1JTQwZ21haWwuY29tVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~) which saw a 2% decline in price. The second reason is that this is the first time supermarket prices have dipped as a whole since September 2020. That said, many Americans are still feeling the squeeze — especially when it comes time to ring up the items in their cart. But this week Salon Food is focused on cutting costs. As part of “Budget Week,” keep an eye out for stories, recipes and how-tos that center on [eating better for less](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RmaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMvcGYxYWo2cGMxcy8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjJmxoX2VtPXRyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1JTQwZ21haWwuY29tVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~). What’s the first step? Well, for subscribers to The Bite, Salon Food’s weekly newsletter, here is a preview of our beginner’s guide to setting a realistic grocery budget (and actually sticking to it). Establishing your budget Like anything having to do with money, the final number you land on is going to be unique to you based on your income,[family structure](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RmaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMvemZ4ankwbGs3ei8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjJmxoX2VtPXRyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1JTQwZ21haWwuY29tVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~) and [dietary needs](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RmaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMvbG0wdWNuZTF1cC8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjJmxoX2VtPXRyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1JTQwZ21haWwuY29tVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~). That said, here are some figures to get you going: Many financial experts recommend spending between 10% and 15% of your monthly paycheck on food. That includes both dining in and eating out. So, for ease of math, if you brought in $1,000 per week — and that figure worked for your larger budget — you would budget between $100 and $150 for groceries and food each week, or between $400 and $600 per month. A great place to look for guidance is The United States Department of Agriculture (or the USDA) website, which offers [sample food spending plans for singles, couples and families of four](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RCaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMvbmNjcnRqMDcxOC8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~)divided into four categories: thrifty, low-cost, moderate-cost and liberal. As an example, the department estimates that a single female in the 20 to 50 age category could eat a full, healthful diet at “moderate-cost” for $314.80 per month. However, the best place to start establishing a realistic budget is by looking at your current food costs. Check your last few credit card statements or banking app to determine how much you are spending each month on groceries, dining out, [delivery and take-out](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RmaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMvM2VlcXoxOTR1eS8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjJmxoX2VtPXRyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1JTQwZ21haWwuY29tVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~) (I know when I’m trying to budget or save money, delivery and take-out are the first things to get put on pause, which causes me to really make sure that I’m getting the most out of my groceries at home). Once you’ve nailed down a specific number, it’s time to plan your next supermarket trip. Shop your pantry Much like [fashion experts](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RmaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMvY2hqN2NrbHlkMi8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjJmxoX2VtPXRyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1JTQwZ21haWwuY29tVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~)recommend “shopping your closet” when you feel like you have nothing to wear and the siren song of Shein is calling to you, taking a look to see [what is in your pantry](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RmaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMvbHU0Zm92Ymw1eC8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjJmxoX2VtPXRyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1JTQwZ21haWwuY29tVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~) — and taking a few moments to consider how it could be used or remixed in the coming week — is one of the easiest ways to trim grocery costs. Before I made my meal plan for the week, I took five minutes to take my notebook into the kitchen and jot down what “meal starters” I had in the pantry, refrigerator and freezer. I found: - Two cans of diced tomatoes - A bag of good [black beansÂ](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RmaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMvejQzZmpkbG9hai8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjJmxoX2VtPXRyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1JTQwZ21haWwuY29tVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~) - Vegetable stock - Half a can of chiles in adobo - A frozen packet of [scallion pancakesÂ](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RmaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMva2NpdTJwOGRrYi8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjJmxoX2VtPXRyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1JTQwZ21haWwuY29tVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~) - Fresh pico de gallo that needs to get used soon - A block of [white cheddar cheeseÂ](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RmaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMvNDN4cnRsYjk5Ni8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjJmxoX2VtPXRyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1JTQwZ21haWwuY29tVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~) - Frozen corn - Frozen spinach - Frozen peas - A can of [coconut milkÂ](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RmaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMvYXRjZ2o5bGd4aC8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjJmxoX2VtPXRyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1JTQwZ21haWwuY29tVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~) - [EggsÂ](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RmaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMveGU1b2VjMmo0Ny8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjJmxoX2VtPXRyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1JTQwZ21haWwuY29tVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~) Whether I use a physical notebook or the Notes app on my phone, jotting down those ingredients helps me both meal plan and also helps me avoid re-buying an ingredient that I actually already have — which I’ve totally done before and I always kick myself for it after the fact. Tip: A friend of mine who used to work as a chef at a small hotel on the coast of Maryland — and who was a master at making the kitchen’s small budget stretch — told me that whenever he did a survey of food costs, he made sure to look for “leaks” in the budget. Much like you check your windows and doors for leaks that can result in a costlier eclectic bill, he looked for food items that sat unused or weren’t used to their full capacity. For him one summer, it was [mango for a dessert t](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RmaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMvdmF3OXd6MzY1Mi8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjJmxoX2VtPXRyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1JTQwZ21haWwuY29tVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~)hat consistently wasn’t selling, so it got kicked off the menu. For me, it was the extra-large tub of arugula that I never quite made it through. For you, it may be a bag of snacks you can’t make a dent in before they go stale. Whatever it is, while taking notes about what is in your pantry, consider jotting down items that you don’t need to re-buy because they will go unused. Meal plan One of the benefits of [“shopping my pantry”](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RmaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMvcmVyM29tM3k5di8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjJmxoX2VtPXRyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1JTQwZ21haWwuY29tVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~) is that it gives me a quick jolt of inspiration for meal planning, which can otherwise feel like a bit of a chore. Typically, I play a little bit of “mix and match” with the ingredients on-hand to get things going. So, for instance, here are the meals I planned for this work week: - Chinese stir-fried tomatoes and eggs: This [Francis Lam recipe](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RCaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMvamMybnNkcWRibC8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~) is both simple and satisfying. I’m going to use the cans of tomatoes, as well as a few of the [eggs](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RmaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMvZ3Yydmo2cTRyay8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjJmxoX2VtPXRyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1JTQwZ21haWwuY29tVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~)I have on hand, as the base of the dish. As a side, I’ll plan on air-frying the scallion pancakes that have been lingering in my freezer. - Smoky black bean soup with cheese quesadillas: I’ll plan on combining the black beans, some of the vegetable stock, chiles in adobo and pico de gallo to make a simple black bean soup, served with quesadillas made with some of the white cheddar. - Coconut and chicken corn chowder: This is one of my favorite throw-it-together dinners. I combine fresh or frozen corn with diced onion, diced jalapeño, [shredded rotisserie chicken](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RmaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMveDJ0cW9ueWlocC8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjJmxoX2VtPXRyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1JTQwZ21haWwuY29tVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~), stock and coconut milk (plus a lot of coriander, paprika and cayenne pepper) for a hearty, dairy-free chowder. It’s great with avocado and tortilla strips. - Sweet potato, spinach and caramelized onion breakfast tacos: I love breakfast for dinner and I’ve also been dying to riff on the fantastic sweet potato taco at[Zombie Tacos](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RCaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMvd3gyNWx4amdpei8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~) in Chicago. I’m going to use the eggs and remaining cheddar that I have on-hand as a base, plus I’ll add some frozen spinach for a little greens injection. - Air-fried chicken, peas, Annie’s macaroni and cheese: I try to bake a few easier meals into the weekly rotation. I’m going to use the frozen peas I have in the freezer as a side. - Deli counter take-and-bake pizza: I may zhush this up with [hot honey](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RmaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMveGZiZnZ3bDJyei8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjJmxoX2VtPXRyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1JTQwZ21haWwuY29tVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~) and some fresh basil. I may just eat it like a raccoon over the sink. We’ll see what this week brings. Typically, if I am buying meat or [fish](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RmaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMvc3pyemZkeWYwOC8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjJmxoX2VtPXRyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1JTQwZ21haWwuY29tVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~)at the store, I’ll try to stretch it across at least two meals. For instance, I’m buying chicken for the corn chowder, so I’m going to plan on incorporating that into a simple meal, alongside peas and [macaroni and cheese](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RmaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMvdW9tcHMyMXB4Mi8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjJmxoX2VtPXRyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1JTQwZ21haWwuY29tVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~), later in the week. This work week is actually a slight anomaly in that I don’t have any “repeat dinners,” but I just want to stress as you are meal planning: repeat meals are totally OK (and they are often cheaper to prepare!). Let’s say you get a great deal on pork sausage, which you whip up into a [delicious pasta sauce](~/AASU4wA~/RgRmVJHvP0RmaHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rLndoZXJlYnkudXMvYnZkZ2owaDc3eC8_bGhfYWlkPTM0NTA5JmxoX2NpZD1sZXk5cm5oNDZjJmxoX2VtPXRyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1JTQwZ21haWwuY29tVwNzcGNCCmRi8wxyZKgO80ZSG3RyaXN0cmFtYmFsZHdpbjg1QGdtYWlsLmNvbVgEAAAAJQ~~). Go ahead and plan on making an extra big batch of baked pasta that you and your family can eat on for another day or two — or pack for lunches. I promise, they won’t get bored. To that end, I typically only choose one breakfast option and one lunch option per week for both ease and cost. This week, it’s going to be Greek yogurt, lemon zest and berries for breakfast, and then chicken salad wraps for lunch. Once you’ve established your meal plan for the week, double-check what ingredients you need to make the recipes you’ve picked — including spices and cooking fats. *** To read the rest of this story — including supermarket hacks and ways to make your budget stretch even further — keep an eye on Salon Food this weekend. In the meantime, I’d love to hear your best money-saving tips. 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