How Do You Create A Master Grocery List?
• Create categories for the things you buy, like “Pantry” and “Produce”- and then create subcategories, perhaps breakfast foods; canned goods; snack foods or baking supplies. • Write down every item, in it’s appropriate category, that you purchase at the grocery store. Include sponges, shampoos, and doggie treats, even if you don’t necessarily buy these items at the grocery store. Check every room in the house to make sure you have not forgotten to write down all the needed items. • Type these items in a Word document on your computer (use the tables feature) or in a spreadsheet. If you have a student in the house, make them practice their typing skills. • Leave space at the bottom of each category for write in items – this is particularly handy around the holidays. Print out and use the list when looking at the weekly circular in your paper. Highlight or circle items you need and cross them out as you buy. If you keep the receipt after your trip, you should also be able to start a ver
