Here's a simple way to build a file of weekly menus and simply grocery shopping.
First, create a list of meals you want to prepare for the week. Put some thought in to it and try to pair meals with similar ingredients or "convertible leftovers" (for example, leftover roasted chicken may become chicken tacos the next night).
Once you've created your list of meals, make a complete grocery list on your computer and save it by Date (e.g. "October week 2" or "November 7-12"). Include all of the ingredients for each dish, even if you know you already have it. This part takes a bit more time up front, but it will save you tons of time in the long run!
Print your list and go shopping in your kitchen first. Mark off any items you have and then head out the door to the grocery store!
On weeks that you have more time, use this system to create a new menu and grocery list. When you don't have the time - make the system work for you and just open up and old menu. Your grocery list will be pre-made and ready to go! Because you put all of the ingredients on it the first time, you can head back to the kitchen to mark off the items you have, then ..... Just print, and go!
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