24 Incredible Ways to Spend Less Money on Food

Make meat a side dish rather than the main dish

Regardless of whether you buy directly from the farmer or shop at the grocery store, meat is likely the most expensive part of your meals. You can spend less by demoting meat from its starring role at the table and using it as a supporting player instead.

Casseroles, soups and stews are a few of the ways to give your family the meat they crave without breaking your budget.