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How do you cut your food bill? NPR wants to hear your tips

NPR | By Joe Hernandez

Published May 11, 2026 at 4:00 AM CDT

Let us know your best hacks for cutting costs.

I've been reporting on food and affordability for NPR for our new series What's Eating America.

And in talking to people, business owners and experts, I've picked up some strategies to help keep my family's food costs in check without sucking all the fun out of eating. Keep an eye out for those stories.

I also wrote a four-part newsletter that teaches you how to cut your food bill — you can sign up here!

But I want to hear YOUR tips and hacks for cutting food bills. Fill out the form below, and I'll compile the best ideas and share them out.