HOMEMAKERS: Let’s Go Grocery Shopping, (Tips & Ideas) and What NOT to Freeze |Vlog|Household Hacks

Heres the Cheat Code: Join me on this special occasion edition guys shopping for the family for ideas and join me at the end for a little homemakers wisdom about what not to freeze at home 🏠

Grocery Shopping Tips for Homemakers

1. **Create a Shopping List**: Plan your meals for the week and write down all the ingredients you’ll need. This avoids impulse buying and ensures you only purchase what you need.

2. **Buy in Bulk (Wisely)**: Items like rice, pasta, canned goods, and cleaning supplies can be bought in bulk to save money. However, avoid bulk purchases of perishable items unless you plan to freeze or use them soon.

3. **Stick to Seasonal Produce**: Seasonal fruits and vegetables are usually fresher, more nutritious, and cheaper than out-of-season varieties.

4. **Use Coupons and Store Promotions**: Check for deals or coupons before you go shopping. Many stores have loyalty programs offering discounts or points for future purchases.

5. **Check Unit Prices**: Don’t be swayed by big packaging. Check the price per unit to ensure you're getting the best value.

6. **Shop the Perimeter**: The outer edges of grocery stores usually house fresh produce, dairy, meats, and whole grains. Processed and packaged foods tend to be in the center aisles, so focus more on perimeter shopping for healthier options.

7. **Avoid Shopping While Hungry**: You’re more likely to make impulse purchases when you’re hungry, so eat before heading to the store.

8. **Bring Reusable Bags**: Not only are reusable bags eco-friendly, but some stores offer discounts for using them.

What Not to Freeze

1. **Leafy Greens**: Vegetables like lettuce, spinach, and kale don’t freeze well because they become limp and soggy when thawed. Instead, buy only what you’ll use fresh or consider cooking them before freezing.

2. **High-Moisture Fruits**: Fruits like watermelon, oranges, and cucumbers become watery and mushy after freezing. If you want to freeze fruits, choose options like berries or bananas.

3. **Dairy Products**: Soft cheeses like cream cheese or cottage cheese and yogurt can separate and change texture when frozen. Harder cheeses, like cheddar, freeze better, but it’s still ideal to avoid freezing if you want to maintain quality.

4. **Eggs in Shells**: Eggs can expand in the shell when frozen, causing them to crack. If you want to freeze eggs, crack them open and beat them before storing.

5. **Cooked Pasta and Rice**: While they can technically be frozen, pasta and rice often become mushy when reheated. If you need to freeze them, undercook them slightly before storing.

6. **Potatoes**: Raw potatoes have a high water content, so they don’t freeze well and can become grainy. If freezing potatoes, it’s best to cook or partially cook them first.

7. **Mayonnaise-Based Foods**: Foods containing mayonnaise, like coleslaw or chicken salad, can separate and become unpleasantly oily after freezing. The texture changes significantly.

By following these shopping and freezing tips, homemakers can maximize freshness, minimize waste, and save both time and money.

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