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You might think that keeping a grocery budget in check in a small household would be easy. Fewer mouths to feed equals less money flowing from the account, right? That may not always be the case — especially when it's difficult to take advantage of volume buying. Here are some cost-saving tips:
• Look for large bags of frozen vegetables and chicken breasts on sale. Divide contents into single- serving sizes and refreeze at home in freezer-quality sealable bags.
• Check the small print on coupons or in-store promotions to avoid buying more than you need to qualify for a discount. When in doubt, ask for a clarification at the customer-service counter.
