I don’t want to waste your time, so I’ll tell you this right off the bat:
It’s not because I have a backyard garden, though that sure helps. I mean, imagine this: you buy a packet of organic seeds for $2 to $4, it comes with more seeds than you’ll need for one planting season, and the plant just keeps on giving.
Yes, we don’t eat out often, but that’s not it either. I’m an adventurous eater with gastrointestinal issues, so I save my organs a lot of work by cooking most of my food. Okay, fine, my husband does most of the cooking.
It’s worth noting that we buy what we need. Do you really need that spinach in bulk? I know, you know, and the ghosts in your fridge know it just goes to waste – downsize your produce; purchase what you need.
Lastly, it’s not because we shop at a farmer’s market, which is both fun and a money-saver. Visiting our local farmers costs us about $60 every Sunday, and their bundles are always just the right size – it’s like fairy magic.
But the trick that saves me the most on my grocery bill is eating off the floor. And, no, I don’t mean in a respectable way like in some Asian cultures. If I drop my dinner on the linoleum, I pick it up and eat it anyway.
Science says this could be bad because food makes contact with bacteria as soon as it hits the floor – the 5-second rule is a lie. What do scientists know anyway, am I right? They’ve been warning us about climate change for years, and last I checked Florida is still on land.
My husband warned me not to share this with you – to use it as a guide instead – I’m telling you anyway: My goal with this newsletter is to embody David Sedaris meets your Gemini cousin who researches everything. Is that the feeling you’re getting?
Great post! My family finds it difficult to cook daily (we have four children and both parents work full-time). We're looking for tips on healthy eating and consistency with cooking. Eating off the floor, however, probably won't be an option for us.
The savvy!