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Last
week's newsletter was all about a greener, healthier Thanksgiving. Now we're coming
at you with a new angle: Green groceries on the cheap. We're here to help ease
the strain on your wallet-for both the holiday season and the coming year. Buying Local, seasonal food is just the beginning. Add protein to your feast and keep the meal lean and fresh with pure grains from the bulk foods aisle. Clipping coupons never went out of style, but there are more ways to squeeze a buck. For example, check out the pros and cons of buying store-brands. Get ready to gobble up yummy food - not hard-earned cash. Go forth and shop wisely!
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 Local, Seasonal Produce
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 From tart cranberries to earthy green beans, all the old Thanksgiving standards are fall harvest foods, already in season. And seasonal food is cheaper - it's the law of supply and demand in action. More good news: locally grown foods don't require much energy to reach your table. But which ones are grown locally? If you don't know, hit the farmer's market - and feel free to improvise or create new traditional dishes. One word to the wise: Don't forget the greens! They're loaded with vitamins and require no cooking. Want to show off your prized squash or rhubarb? Show us on
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So Many Proteins, So Little Time
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 On the protein front, meat is one way to go, but it can be expensive. If you need to buy meat for a recipe, make sure you're getting the right cut. No need to pay a premium for filet mignon on Taco Tuesday.
To get the most from your proteins, variety is key. Consider adding tofu, tempeh, or quinoa to your menu. Nature's wonder food - eggs - are easy to cook, loaded with good stuff, and their versatility is off the charts.
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Bulking Up
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 How about cutting down on unnecessary packaging? Bulk up! Buying bulk foods gives you more control over your cost and quantity, while going nearly waste-free. Bulk foods tend to be purer than the stuff in boxes, like rice mixes which may contain added salt, MSG or preservatives.
What else should you know about bulk foods? Find out...
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365 Degrees of Whole Foods
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Our own Diana Budds knows firsthand that buying organic food can be a "Whole Paycheck" venture, so when she heard her local Whole Foods' offered a free "Frugal Shopping" tour, she made a beeline for the store. What did she learn? For starters, it's smart to buy store-brand items -- but how can you be sure you're getting sustainably produced, organic goods? First, consider the reputation of the supermarket. Then compare by price. At some chains, you know you're in good hands. Others may cut corners. Do your research and use your best judgment. Diana discovered that Whole Foods' 365 brand prices are mostly on par with standard supermarket prices. For more frugal tips, check out the story. Know a great store-brand product to recommend? We want to hear from you. Post your comments at SustainLane.com.
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Go Coupon Crazy
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Don't be shy when it comes to coupons. It takes only the tiniest effort to find great discounts, but you have to make a habit of it. Start by signing up for SustainLane's GreenSaver, delivered weekly to your mailbox. Savings up to 35% or more on all the green goods you could want. Lunch bags, cleansers, cloths and sponges are on sale now, so don't pay full price. For discounts on groceries, view a current circular online before hitting the market or go to your favorite brands' websites to print coupons. Right now, Trader Joe's has super discounts on produce. Check the Fearless Flyer for deals near you. The Whole Deal is Whole Foods' discount guide.
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Thanksgiving News
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Feast for Four on $25 Yes, you can. But first, hide your iodized salt. Then, let Anthony Chittum show you the way. Be Your Own ShrinkOr at least shrink your spending by paying cash at the market. Find out how it works in your favor. Don't Call Them LeftoversBut do read the article to find out why they're so much more... If You Have to DriveGas prices may cooperate with holiday travel this year, giving you more room to splurge on an all-organic feast Beating the SystemA sucker may be born every minute, but you aren't one of them, so learn how to avoid the pitfalls of Thanksgiving "sales". Holiday ExpressFrom planes to trains and automobiles, here are some penny-pinching strategies for getting to and from your destination. Inspired to discuss a story? Post
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Video: Kids Consult on Table D�cor
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 In less than a minute, learn how you can harness the creativity of your own kids (or someone else's) to create lovely, low-cost centerpieces for your Thanksgiving Day table. Watch it now.
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