What Is a Master Grocery List?

Master Grocery List

A master grocery list contains ingredients used daily for meals and household items. It helps create weekly healthy grocery lists, as food groups are visible (produce, lean meat, whole grains).

To create a master list, brainstorm everything bought, including: foods, ingredients, household necessities. It’s a reusable list referenced when making weekly/monthly lists.

Typical Grocery List

My typical list contains: dairy, meat, bread, produce, frozen foods, beverages, household items, personal care. It lists consumables replaced regularly.

How to Master Grocery Shopping

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Smart Shopping Habits

  • Create a budget. Stick to it.
  • Buy whole items.

Grocery Shopping Basics

Make A Plan Before You Go

  1. Make a list
  2. Decide where to shop
  3. Best time to shop

How to Make a Shopping List

  • Save time, money and sanity with one primary grocery trip a month using these planning and shopping tips.

Sam’s Club Scan & Go Tip

Scan groceries as you shop then check out on phone. Incredible for saving time and convenience.

Grocery Shopping for One Person on a Budget

  • Beware buying in bulk
  • Meal plan in reverse

Tips for Grocery Shopping

  • Bring a list
  • Best time to shop
  • Coupon organizer
  • Store layout
  • Speedy check-out

Categorizing Grocery Items

  1. Frozen foods
  2. Meat
  3. Produce
  4. Cleaners

Top Tips

  • Monitor screen at checkout
  • Shop early for seasonal items

Making a Master Shopping List

  • Print multiple copies
  • Keep copies together
  • Leave room for extras

Efficient Shopping List

  • Have a running list
  • Meal plan
  • Take inventory

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