Money website Save The Student has shared a hack for slashing your bill on one supermarket staple that you’re likely ‘massively overpaying’ for – and you don’t have to be at university to benefit
Shoppers can easily slash their food bill without having to change supermarkets using one simple trick.
Cash-strapped Brits across the nation are still grappling with the grim consequences of the cost-of-living crisis, which means every single penny counts. When it comes to food, many households have started strictly buying budget-range products – but even these have spiralled in price over recent years in a move often referred to as ‘cheapflation’.
Luckily, there is an easy way to cut down your spending when it comes to a staple in every single homemade dish you make. Of course, we’re talking about seasonings.
Taking to YouTube, money-saving website Save the Student urged shoppers to avoid picking up herbs and spices in small glass jars and instead head to the World Foods aisle. The brand compared crushed chillies at Sainsbury’s – which costs £1.90 for an 85g jar.
However, just around the corner in the world’s food section, you can buy a 250g bag for £2.20. While this is a higher upfront cost, you’ll be saving money in the long run due to the price per gram (22.4p per 10g vs 8.8p per 10g).
“Those little pots might be convenient, but you’re much better off buying from elsewhere in the shop for savings up to 80%,” the channel said. “If you’re desperate for the convenience of the smaller jars, you can always pour the bigger (and cheaper!) bags into them when you get home. Best of both worlds.”
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Bulk buying products is no new revelation, but it is a great way to save money over time. For example, a 10kg bag of rice from Sainsbury’s costs £13 if you have a nectar card (£1.30 per kg). A smaller 1kg bag will set you back £1.85 – which works out 55p more expensive per kg.
Foods with a short expiration that can’t be frozen are probably not the best to buy in bulk, so make sure you always read the best before dates and storage methods. You’ll also need to make sure that you have the up-front funds to buy in bulk and the space to store the items.
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