Learn 8 great ways to save money on food! Eating meals at home, on the whole, saves you tons of money over eating out.  For starters, you avoid restaurant markups, server tips, commuting costs, and meal extras that add up (like getting dessert when you normally wouldn't eat one). Beyond the obvious savings, there are many changes you can make to the way you prepare food, shop for groceries, and plan your meals to enhance your savings even more. Ways to Save Money on Food When You Make Family Meals at Home The tactics I use to save money on the cost of homemade meals fall into Keep Reading