HACKS

10 Promotions

Don’t be fooled by ‘promotions’. Supermarkets are really clever at making you buy more than you want or need. Sometimes buy one get one free doesn’t work – particularly if it’s more expensive in the longrun and you might not use the second product anyway.

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9 Bag For Life

5p or 10p for each bag, each time you shop? It will certainly mount. Take your own bags to save your money and the environment.

Own Brand

Buy economy brands. Often, the cheapest supermarket range is just as good, if not better, than the well-known brands. Give the economy version a try – you can always switch back!

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Use Coupons

Sign up to moneysaving sites to get coupons for free or discount items. Check your local newspapers and magazines, too!

Salad

Throwing a salad together is a great way to use up leftovers in the fridge. Add chicken, ham, tuna, lentils, pulses or a hard-boiled egg, together with a simple dressing (balsamic vinegar, a squirt of lemon…) to add taste and variety.

Couscous

It’s quick to prepare and easy to mix with vegetables. Make a couple of days’ worth and store in the fridge.

Pasta

Opt for wholegrain pasta and whip up a healthy sauce with tinned tomatoes for a wholesome alternative.