18 Changes You Can Make to Save $200 On Your Monthly Grocery Bill

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8. Eat Less Meat

There’s no arguing that the most expensive food on your grocery list is meat. So, it’s only right that the easiest way to save money is to eat less of the stuff.

Red meat is the most expensive and least healthy, so this is where you can cut corners. Why not try Meatless Monday with your family? Or simply replace the meat part of a meal with some tender-cooked vegetables.

In stews, ground beef costing $3.59 can be substituted with hearty and protein-rich black beans that cost just $0.80 per pound can. There are even some crazy hacks where you can replace fried-chicken dishes like hot wings with a cheap head of cauliflower. And, in stir-fry’s and curries, tofu is a delicious and cheap substitute for chicken breast.

Eating less meat will not only save you money, it’s better your health and your cooking ability, too.