Hello,
I could do with some help in regards to saving and cooking. I am a bit of a beginner as so far we have always had quite a bit of income in between us but DP is going back to uni so we need to save a bit of money. He will be commuting which is eating a ridiculous amount of money and after council tax, rent and other bills we have estimated that we will have about £200 left a month. This will have to include all kinds of cosmetics, loo paper and so on as well.
I know that doesn't sound too little but it seems very tight somehow-I would rather not spend the full 50 a week if possible to have a bit of money for 'emergencies'. DP eats quite a lot but is happy with vegetarian meals. I am a bit chubby at the moment and am trying to eat healthily but fresh fruit and veggies are just so expensive and I am worried whether we can keep that up after summer.
I just wondered whether anyone has any advice in regards to meal planning or whether anyone knows any good sites that might help me. We will have a freezer so I can batch cook and I have a slow cooker, but I will be very busy with my job (newly qualified teacher) so can't spend all weekend cooking I think. So I am looking for some cheap, quick and healthy recipes- I know, not much to ask
We are moving to a new area and don't have a car. We will have a Sainsbury and Iceland within walkable distance if that is any help.
I just don't really know where to get started with organising our finances and meal planning. My family lives in a different country and is not much help due to that (product wise etc).
I hope people don't think I am somehow 'spoiled' or 'stupid' for not knowing where to start but I am just a bit worried and could do with any support I can get. I am very aware that a lot of people have a lot less money than this but I want to do this right from the start. Thank you
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BeansAndToast · 12/07/2013 13:30
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