In Australia, the increasing price of groceries is a constant topic of conversation. We can’t avoid the grocery store but we can buy smarter! How to save money bulk buying? Read on.
Bulk Buying: A Money-Saving Masterstroke
Buying meat and groceries in bulk can slash your expenses. Consider this: purchasing a large pack of chicken breasts at once can cost significantly less per kilo than buying individual portions.
Let’s crunch the numbers, shall we? Today at Woolworths, a twin pack chicken breast costs $14 per kilo, however a 1.7kg pack is $11 per kilo. Buying 3 twin packs over your shops would total about $28, whereas the bulk pack yields the same for about $19. That’s a saving of $9. Now while that might not sound like much, if you take that approach for the staples you buy each time you shop, it really adds up.
The same logic applies for those items we always use. Think toilet paper for example. A 4 pack at Woolworths today is $7.50, whereas a 24 pack is $13.60. If you bought the small pack 6 times, you have spent over $31 more than if you purchased the 24 pack.
For even greater savings, keep an eye out for bulk-buy specials at your local supermarket or butcher. These deals can make your dollars stretch much further.
What to do with bulk food purchases: Batch Cooking
Some of you will think – what am I going to do with all of it? I am a single person household, so I get it. But once you’ve stocked up on bulk purchases, it’s time to unleash the power of batch cooking. Spend a day in the kitchen whipping up great freezer meals, then divvy them into freezer-friendly portions.
From hearty stews to flavourful curries, batch cooking allows you to prepare a variety of meals in advance, saving you time and money throughout the week. Now you have saved money at the grocery store, and no need to order Uber Eats on those busy days.
Conclusion: Save Money, Live Well
In conclusion, embracing bulk buying and batch cooking is a really easy way to save money without sacrificing. So, next time you hit the shops, go big and save big!
Check out this article if you need a bit of inspo to get into the kitchen. Quick meals, great for freezing that don’t have you in the kitchen for the whole day.
