Use these four easy ways to save money while feeding your family meals that they will love.

1. Create a Plan

Check out what is in your refrigerator, freezer, and cupboards. Save money by planning to use what you have on hand. Check out what is in your refrigerator, freezer, and cupboards. Save money by planning to use what you have on hand. Keep an ongoing list in your kitchen or on a free mobile app, and add items as you run out. Be sure to include foods like fruits, vegetables, and milk that your family eats every day.

2. Save More at the Store

Eat before you shop. Read the sales flyers which are usually released mid- Buy when foods are on sale. Use coupons but only for items that you know you’ll use. Buy fruits and vegetables in all their forms — fresh, frozen, and canned.

3. Save More at Home

Put refrigerated and frozen items away right away. Learn the best places to store your groceries to prevent food waste. Divide large packages of meat and freeze in meal-sized portions. Store bananas, apples, and tomatoes by themselves, and store fruits and vegetables in different bins.

4. Cook Tasty Meals

When cooking for your family, keep it simple. Cook once and eat all week. Stretch recipes by adding ingredients like rice to soups or stews and frozen vegetables to pasta. Visit azhealthzone.org to find easy-to-make recipes your family will love. Be sure to enroll in programs that you might be eligible for that will help stretch your food dollars like SNAP and WIC.