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Check your ZIP code in theWholesale Meat Supplier Directory.
Did you know?
Prices may vary, depending on your local market.
But youre always guaranteed to pay less at a wholesaler than you would at the supermarket.
Keep in mind wholesalers hours are usually different from the typical supermarket.
Many are open from about 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Kitchen Stewardship has anin-depth guideon how to buy an entire cow.
The upfront cost is higher, but you could save hundreds of dollars on meat each year.
Plus, this is much higher quality meat than youd find in a grocery store.
In many cases, itll also be organic.
This option isnt for everyone, especially if you live in an apartment.
But its perfect if you have space for a second freezer.
Look for Coupons and Sales
Pay attention to your grocery stores sales flyers.
If meat goes on sale significantly cheaper than it normally sells for, itd be smart to stock up.
Sometimes, theyll be right on the meat packages.
Change Your Shopping Pattern
Most of us are creatures of habit when it comes to grocery store shopping.
This way, it’s possible for you to see whats on sale and what looks good.
This technique will require you to be flexible in your meal planning.
You wanted bone-in pork chops but boneless are on sale?
Get out your phone and look for a recipe.
), grab a pack or two and throw them in the freezer.
Planning can help you stretch those expensive proteins.
In addition, planning ahead will send you to yourpantry staplesto complete meals another way to save money.
However, its worth it to check out mom-and-pop stores and neighborhoodethnic marketsto see if their prices are less.
Compare Average Grocery Store Prices
Grab a notebook and visit each of your local grocery stores.
Or gather a group of friends and call yourselves The Price Hunters.
Write down your favorite meats average price per pound.
Compare findings to pick the cheapest grocery store in your area.
Learn to Cook Cheaper Cuts
Ground beef has traditionally been cheaper than other versions of beef.
However, even thats gotten pricy.
Still, its versatile and can be stretched to feed many people.
Remember to be flexible.
If ground turkey is on sale, its a worthy substitute.
Pork shoulder and beef brisket usually cost less than steaks and chops because theyre tougher cuts of meat.
Martha StewartsSweet and Sour Brisketis a good weekend project but can also be adapted for the slow cooker.
Pantry staples ketchup, brown sugar, white vinegar make up most of the ingredients.
Leftovers can be served shredded over pasta with grated Parmesan cheese.
And you do have to factor in the cost of an attachment or other gadget to do the grinding.
The key to the savings here is to divide the pack into portions to fit your familys needs.
When you get home, wrap the smaller portions in foil and then place in zipper-key in plastic bags.
Use a permanent marker to note how much and what is in the bag.
Add the date, too.
When making burgers at home, 1 pound of ground beef should make four burgers maybe even five.
Load them up with lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles, etc.
Nutrition experts say our plates should have more colorful, plant-based food veggies, salads, grains than meat.
If you are hankering for a steak to share with your partner, buy one and split it.
Another way to cut the price of meat is to go meatless for one or two dinners a week.
Janet Keeler is a contributing editor at The Penny Hoarder and a longtime food writer.
Shannon Quinn, staff writer Kaz Weida and senior writer Robert Bruce contributed.
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You know which ones were talking about: rent, utilities, cell phone bill, insurance, groceries…
