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Win £50 worth of Sainsbury’s groceries

May 25, 2011 by Katie Bryson 384 Comments

Sainsbury’s are launching the second menu of their Feed your family for £50 campaign and I’m giving FIVE lucky readers the chance to win all of the groceries you’ll need to cook it – delivered straight to your front door!

You can read my review of the meal planner to see what I made of it.

If you’d like to get your weekly shop for free then you need to act FAST as this competition isn’t open for long! Here’s what you have to do:

****THIS COMPETITION IS NOW CLOSED!***

1. For a chance to win please comment on this post telling me your top tips for feeding a family on a budget.

2. For a second chance to win please tweet this post Win £50 worth of Sainsbury’s groceries with @cookingkt  http://wp.me/pU5T8-J8 and comment HERE telling me you have done so along with your twitter username

3. For a third chance to win please follow me @cookingkt on Twitter and comment HERE to tell me you have done so.

4. For a fourth chance to win follow @sainsburys
on Twitter and comment HERE to tell me you have done so.

5. For a fifth chance to win please you can ’like’ the Sainsbury’s page on facebook, and comment HERE to tell me you have done so.

****THIS COMPETITION IS NOW CLOSED!***

GIVEAWAY RULES

This giveaway is open to all readers with a UK mailing address.  The winner will be chosen using an online randomiser and announced in a subsequent post.   As I am allowing multiple entries the randomiser may choose the same person twice, in this case I shall pick another winner until there are five separate winners.
When commenting please leave your e-mail address so I can contact you if you win.

I am running this competition on behalf of Sainsbury’s who will be responsible for arranging times to send the prizes to the winners. Their decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into. You can find a full list of terms and conditions from Sainsbury’s here http://www.sainsburys-feed-your-family.co.uk/PutItToTheTest/PrizeDrawRules/.

There is one main way to enter and several ways to get bonus entries.  You must leave a separate comment for each bonus entry otherwise they will not be counted.

****Closing date: 10pm Monday, 30th May 2011****

Good Luck!

Thanks to Sainsbury’s for providing these fantastic prizes.

Hop on over to Fuss Free Flavours for yet another chance to win the same prize!!!

****THIS COMPETITION IS NOW CLOSED!***

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Comments

  1. Elaine Livingstone says

    May 25, 2011 at 7:28 am

    top tip – make it all from scratch as its much cheaper than buying pre-made ( and you also control what is in it),

    Reply
  2. Elaine Livingstone says

    May 25, 2011 at 7:30 am

    tweeted @pooohbear2811

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  3. Elaine Livingstone says

    May 25, 2011 at 7:30 am

    already following you on twitter @pooohbear2811

    Reply
  4. Elaine Livingstone says

    May 25, 2011 at 7:31 am

    already following them on twitter @pooohbear2811

    Reply
  5. Elaine Livingstone says

    May 25, 2011 at 7:31 am

    already like Sainsbury on FB Elaine Livingstone

    Reply
  6. Sassie Clarke says

    May 25, 2011 at 7:58 am

    Top Tip – buy in bulk non perishable items when the BOGOFF’s are on

    Reply
  7. Sassie Clarke says

    May 25, 2011 at 7:59 am

    already following you and Sainsburys on twitter as @sassiecambs

    Reply
  8. Sassie Clarke says

    May 25, 2011 at 7:59 am

    have tweeted @sassiecambs

    Reply
  9. Sassie Clarke says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:00 am

    already liked Sainsburys on facebook

    Reply
  10. layla fletcher says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:02 am

    my twitter name is @laylafletcher and I have done all the steps for the comp.
    already like Sainsbury on FB as Layla Fletcher
    already following them on twitter @laylafletcher
    already following you on twitter @laylafletcher
    tweeted @laylafletcher
    My top tip is go for basic ranges and dont be afraid to shop around for cheep deals

    Reply
  11. Fiona Maclean says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:06 am

    My top tip is to serve plenty of vegetables! Carb fillers like potatoes and rice are actually an essential part of our diet, but a lot of people have cut them right out

    Reply
  12. Fiona Maclean says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:07 am

    I’ve liked the facebook page

    Reply
  13. Fiona Maclean says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:07 am

    sorry, I’ve liked the sainsbury facebook page!!!!

    Reply
  14. Fiona Maclean says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:08 am

    I’ve tweeted your message @fionamaclean

    Reply
  15. Fiona Maclean says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:09 am

    I’m following you on twitter (@fionamaclean)

    Reply
  16. Fiona Maclean says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:09 am

    I’m following sainsburys on twitter (@fionamaclean)

    Reply
  17. Liz Burton says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:09 am

    Hi Katie,

    My tip would be to buy seasonal. Buy the fruit, veg and meats that are in abundance as they are much cheaper. It also is better for the environment – no eating imported strawberries in January!

    Reply
  18. Liz Burton says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:10 am

    I’ve tweeted the tweet @missielizzieb

    Reply
  19. Liz Burton says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:11 am

    I’m following you on Twitter @missielizzieb

    Reply
  20. Liz Burton says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:11 am

    I’m following Sainsburys on Twitter @missielizzieb

    Reply
  21. Liz Burton says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:12 am

    I like Sainsburys on Facebook (Missie Lizzie)

    Reply
  22. Zoe Allen says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:17 am

    My tip would be dont over look cheaper cuts of meat or even mince! Cooked the right way cheaper cuts can be just as delicious as say sirloin for example and there is so much you can do with mince it really is a staple in this house

    Reply
  23. Zoe Allen says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:17 am

    Ive tweeted the competition phrase as @zoenmya

    Reply
  24. Zoe Allen says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:18 am

    I follow on twitter (those cakes look scrummy!) as @zoenmya

    Reply
  25. lynsey graham says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:18 am

    when cooking a meal allways use 3 vegs and plenty of them, and for a sweet try fruit salad all natural or jelly with less sugar.

    Reply
    • lynsey graham says

      May 25, 2011 at 8:25 am

      also following and rt on twitter for both @sainsburys and @cookingkt with the name @bulinachinashop

      Reply
  26. Zoe Allen says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:20 am

    I follow @sainsburys on twitter as @zoenmya

    Reply
  27. Zoe Allen says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:21 am

    I also follow sainsburys on facebook as zoe allen mse

    Reply
  28. Jane Willis says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:21 am

    Plan ahead – but not too rigorously. If you see a really good bargain on an item that isn’t on your list, you need to be able to make a mental swap of your planned meals while you are shopping. And try to always know what you already have at home in your fridge and cupboards, so you don’t accidentally double up on things, and so that you know what ingredients you have at home that would work with your bargain buys.

    Reply
  29. Jane Willis says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:21 am

    I have tweeted @janesgrapevine

    Reply
  30. Jane Willis says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:22 am

    I’m follwing you on Twitter @janesgrapevine

    Reply
  31. Jane Willis says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:23 am

    I’m following Saindburys on twitter @janesgrapevine

    Reply
  32. Jane Willis says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:23 am

    I’m follwing Sainsburys on Facebook

    Reply
  33. Emily M says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:39 am

    My top tip is to get the family eating the same thing!! Children actually enjoy eating the same meals of us and it saves money and also a lot of time! If you have to eat at different times which we often do due to the hours we work have lots of freezer pots at the ready so you can always put aside a portion for the kids for another time. Have tried out the Sainsburys meal planner myself and found it really helpful, reminded how useful it actually is to actually plan and make a shopping list!

    Thanks for running the competition, sounds like the carbonara was a hit – sneak those courgettes down!!

    Emily x

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  34. Emily M says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:40 am

    Have tweeted @emymc

    Reply
  35. Emily M says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:40 am

    Am following you @emymc xx

    Reply
  36. Eleanor Mitchiner says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:41 am

    Hi

    my twitter username is @ellymitchiner
    I am already following you and have added Sainsburys. I have ‘liked’ Sainsburys facebook page and sent out the offer post on twitter.
    My tips for feeding a family of six (four boys, one man and me) are buy fruit and vegetables at the market wherever possible, try and meal plan with an eye on the next couple of meals (how to use leftovers if any etc.) and make your kitchen a happy place as you’ll be spending a LOT of time in it cooking from scratch…

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  37. Emily M says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:41 am

    Am following Sainsburys @emymc

    Reply
  38. Emily M says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:42 am

    Have just liked Sainsburys facebook page
    all done! xx

    Reply
  39. Pamela Hamby says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:43 am

    following Sainsburys on twitter @dancer2712

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  40. Pamela Hamby says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:43 am

    following cookingkt on twitter @dancer2712

    Reply
  41. Kasia K. says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:45 am

    I already follow you on Twitter @biedooness

    Reply
  42. Pamela Hamby says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:45 am

    my tip is to make sure you shop around, read all the flyers then decide and also sometimes shopping first thing in the morning means you get ‘whoopsies’ where food hasnt got a long life so is greatly reduced this way you can still freeze it all for a fraction of the price

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  43. Pamela Hamby says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:46 am

    tweeting you and sainsburys both on twitter @dancer2712 and also commented individually on here as per your instructions

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  44. Tony Anthony Micheal says

    May 25, 2011 at 9:05 am

    I have to cook on a very tight budget so when I go shopping I go straight to the reduced selection and always stock up with as much reduced food as possible and either cook it that night and freeze it down, or freeze it straight away. That way my family can eat very healthy for a fraction of the price.

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  45. Tony Anthony Micheal says

    May 25, 2011 at 9:05 am

    I’m following Sainsburys on Facebook

    Reply
  46. Tony Anthony Micheal says

    May 25, 2011 at 9:06 am

    I’m following Saindburys on twitter @handbag2000

    Reply
  47. Emma says

    May 25, 2011 at 9:06 am

    My top tips are allways make a list of u must haves ie bread, ect,plan 8/9 meals for the week as not everyone will fancy a curry on a Monday with the left over chicken from the Sunday roast,it’s good to plan meals as when u have to feed 4/5 or more,plus u know how much money u have left for them all important treats,I’m ekitt1001 on Twitter x

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  48. Tony Anthony Micheal says

    May 25, 2011 at 9:06 am

    I’m follwing you on Twitter @handbag2000

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  49. Clare Hargreaves says

    May 25, 2011 at 9:07 am

    My tips are to plan your meals, then cook from scratch. You can bulk up a meal by using more seasonal veg & less meat. If you cook one big batch, you can freeze the leftovers for a healthy & easy ready meal for when you may be tight on time.

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  50. Tony Anthony Micheal says

    May 25, 2011 at 9:07 am

    I have tweeted @handbag2000

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  51. Clare Hargreaves says

    May 25, 2011 at 9:10 am

    Tweeted post @xeminoz

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  52. Rosalyn Forsey says

    May 25, 2011 at 9:14 am

    Top tip – make from scratch and make double each time so that you cab freeze a batch as well.

    Following you and Sainsburies on Twitter and have tweeted post.

    Great comp !

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  53. Rosalyn Forsey says

    May 25, 2011 at 9:17 am

    Have also liked on Facebook – Corky Priestley (Facebook) and @CorkyP1g on twitter

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  54. Clare Hargreaves says

    May 25, 2011 at 9:19 am

    Following you on twitter @xeminoz

    Reply
  55. Clare Hargreaves says

    May 25, 2011 at 9:25 am

    Follow @sainsburys on twitter

    Reply
  56. Clare Hargreaves says

    May 25, 2011 at 9:31 am

    Liked Sainsbury’s Facebook page.

    Reply
  57. Simply Hayley says

    May 25, 2011 at 9:47 am

    When making things like soups and bolognaise that can be bulked out with lentils etc use the extra and freeze for future use! Being pregnant I’m stocking up on my dishes in the freezer ready for bumps birth!

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  58. Linda Revell says

    May 25, 2011 at 9:55 am

    Try the supermarket own branded goods, sometimes you will be surprised at the quality and they are a lot cheaper.

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  59. Linda Revell says

    May 25, 2011 at 9:59 am

    Liked Sainsburys on facebook!

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  60. Lorraine Gaw says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:10 am

    Plan your meals for the week ahead and try to stick to fruit & veg that are in season. Also, try and visit your supermarket later in the evening if you can – mine usually have some good meat reductions around 8pm, saves me a fortune, especially on the ‘nicer’ cuts. If any of the meat is too large for what you need, split it into smaller portions, label and pop in the freezer.

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  61. Lorraine Gaw says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:11 am

    Have tweeted your comp @littlemissnau41 x

    Reply
  62. Lorraine Gaw says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:12 am

    Following you on Twitter! : )

    Reply
  63. Lorraine Gaw says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:13 am

    Following Sainbury’s on Twitter x

    Reply
  64. Lorraine Gaw says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:14 am

    Also like Sainsbury’s on FB! : )

    Reply
  65. kayleigh white says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:16 am

    My tip would be: its hard these days to get the family to eat the same meal so a great way of saving money is to make the family eat the same meals.
    I have tweeted your tweet, I have followed you on twitter – im @xxfluffywhitexx. I have liked Sainsburys facebook page and i have followed them on twitter also.
    x

    Reply
  66. Crystal says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:17 am

    Heya !

    My top tip is take full advantage of the online price comparison sites . Look after the pennies and the pounds will look after themselves !

    x

    Reply
  67. Crystal says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:17 am

    I have Tweeted the required Tweet =)

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  68. Crystal says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:18 am

    I already follow you on Twitter and I’ve been Tweeting as @CRYSTALmse

    x

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  69. Crystal says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:19 am

    I’m already following @Sainsburys on Twitter

    x

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  70. Crystal says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:20 am

    I’m already friends with Sainsburys on Facebook too . My name on there is Crystal Mse .

    Many thanks for this chance to win !

    x

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  71. claire woods says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:23 am

    Top tip for feeding on a budget – always try the shops own groceries first as sometimes they are cheaper but still taste great.

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  72. claire woods says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:23 am

    Tweeted post – @clairew137

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  73. claire woods says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:24 am

    follow me @cookingkt on Twitter – done @clairew137

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  74. claire woods says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:25 am

    follow @sainsburys on Twitter – @clairew137

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  75. claire woods says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:27 am

    For a fifth chance to win please you can ’like’ the Sainsbury’s page on facebook, and comment HERE to tell me you have done so. – Done

    Reply
  76. Daisybeebee says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:28 am

    Grow your own veg ( or get your dad to do so 🙂 ). Shop at local farmer’s markets and build up great relationships , it’s amazing the deals you can get.

    Reply
  77. Samantha says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:29 am

    I look out for items that are reduced that we will eat, especially if it can be frozen. The other day, I found frozen sausages in Sainsburys reduced from £1.99 to 25p, and mini cheesecakes (again frozen) down to 50p. In Iceland, they often reduce their products, wine gum boxes, down to £1 (now put aside for Christmas as BBD is 2012) and frozen cornish pasties were 50p for 2.

    I try not to buy things that I know will go off too soon, and thus be thrown away as I really hate waste.

    I make many of my meals from scratch; something like spag bowl buy some of the basics ranges from the shops (tinned tomatoes are always good), add basics dried herbs, 1/4 of onion, bit of garlic along with the mince. Basic spaghetti and pasta with it and you have a cheap meal. Any that’s left over, can be frozen and served up on another night.

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  78. Daisybeebee says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:30 am

    Tweeted @daisybeebee

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  79. Samantha says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:30 am

    following as @totallydot

    Reply
  80. Daisybeebee says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:30 am

    Already following on Twitter x

    Reply
  81. Daisybeebee says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:30 am

    Already following Sainsburys on Twitter

    Reply
  82. Samantha says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:31 am

    Tweeted msg as @totallydot

    Reply
  83. Daisybeebee says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:31 am

    Already following Sainsburys on FB

    Reply
  84. KATIE CORR says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:42 am

    top tip for feeding a family on a budget is to try and not be wasteful . invest in some plastic containers that will seal food properly for a couple of days so you can work out what to do with your leftovers while your storing it in the fridge

    Reply
  85. Catherine Gregory says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:44 am

    My tip is to make food yourself and with any left overs don’t throw them away. Put them in plastic tubs and freeze so you can get them out at another date and use the food that’s left.

    Reply
  86. KATIE CORR says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:45 am

    just tweeted Win £50 worth of Sainsbury’s groceries with @cookingkt http://wp.me/pU5T8-J8 and my twitter name is @cee_cee54

    Reply
  87. Catherine Gregory says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:45 am

    Have tweeted @Cat1980uk

    Reply
  88. KATIE CORR says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:45 am

    i follow sainsburys on twitter already

    Reply
  89. KATIE CORR says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:46 am

    i follow sainsburys on facebook already as KATIE CORR. X

    Reply
  90. Catherine Gregory says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:49 am

    Already following you on Twitter @Cat1980uk 🙂

    Reply
  91. Catherine Gregory says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:50 am

    Already following @sainsburys on Twitter

    Reply
  92. Catherine Gregory says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:50 am

    Am also following Sainsburys on Facebook

    Reply
  93. Ursula Connelly says

    May 25, 2011 at 10:57 am

    Have liked the Sainsburys page and followed the last £50 meal plan which all of my boys enjoyed 🙂

    Reply
  94. Dee Hardy says

    May 25, 2011 at 11:15 am

    Kendoke on twitter love living on a fiver!

    Reply
  95. Laura Pritchard says

    May 25, 2011 at 11:58 am

    Planning your weekly menu in advance really cuts costs as everything gets used & you only buy what you need rather than what tempts you in the supermarket! @Isis1981uk on Twitter.

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  96. Laura Pritchard says

    May 25, 2011 at 11:59 am

    Re-tweeted the message on Twitter @Isis1981uk

    Reply
  97. Laura Pritchard says

    May 25, 2011 at 11:59 am

    Following you on Twitter @Isis1981uk

    Reply
  98. Laura Pritchard says

    May 25, 2011 at 12:00 pm

    Following Sainsbury’s on Twitter @Isis1981uk

    Reply
  99. Laura Pritchard says

    May 25, 2011 at 12:00 pm

    Have ‘Liked’ Sainsburys on Facebook.

    Reply
  100. Karen Lancaster says

    May 25, 2011 at 12:02 pm

    When I cook for my family I tend to use left over roast on Monday or Tuesday. If we have roast chicken then I may make pealla on Monday or Tuesday. Roast beef – philly steak sandwiches, Pork – BBQ pork or stir fry. Can spread alot further and reduce meal costs

    Reply
  101. Karen Lancaster says

    May 25, 2011 at 12:03 pm

    retweeted @karenL109

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  102. Karen Lancaster says

    May 25, 2011 at 12:11 pm

    and following all on facebook and all on twitter @karenL109..

    Reply
  103. Tracy Newton says

    May 25, 2011 at 12:29 pm

    Plan all meals in advance. Also making all meals from scratch saves a fortune. Make pack lunches and don’t take cash to work then you won’t be tempted to nip to the vending machine or coffee shop.

    Reply
  104. Tracy Newton says

    May 25, 2011 at 12:30 pm

    I am a fan of Sainsburys on Facebook

    Reply
  105. Rachel Medhurst says

    May 25, 2011 at 12:48 pm

    My top tip is to use fresh ingrediants to make freezable dishes. For instance have enough ingrediants to make lasagne, shepards pie, fish pies etc…make several of each and freeze. These last quite a while frozen, so you can vary your diet as well as save money.

    Also tweeting @rachelmedhurst

    Reply
  106. K bailey says

    May 25, 2011 at 12:50 pm

    I’m now a family of 4 so keeping to a budget and also freeze left overs for another day also buy cheaper brands of certain items to save money

    Reply
  107. K bailey says

    May 25, 2011 at 12:51 pm

    Follow you now on Twitter @baile1kim1

    Reply
  108. K bailey says

    May 25, 2011 at 12:52 pm

    Tweeted comp for you @baile1kim1

    Reply
  109. K bailey says

    May 25, 2011 at 12:53 pm

    Like sainsburys on facebook 🙂

    Reply
  110. K bailey says

    May 25, 2011 at 12:53 pm

    Follow sainsburys on Twitter @baile1kim1

    Reply
  111. AMANDA LETCH says

    May 25, 2011 at 1:00 pm

    Always make a list and stick to it !
    If you have time, shop 2 or 3 times a week that way you don’t waste anything as you can plan meals better !

    @CHOCOAJ on twitter x

    Reply
  112. AMANDA LETCH says

    May 25, 2011 at 1:01 pm

    I have tweeted your post on twitter as @CHOCOAJ x

    Reply
  113. AMANDA LETCH says

    May 25, 2011 at 1:02 pm

    I am following @cookingkt as @CHOCOAJ x

    Reply
  114. Trish says

    May 25, 2011 at 1:02 pm

    My tip is to take a picnic on outings. You can take your Sainsbury’s favourites, have lots to eat and drink without worrying that the family are turning their noses up at and leaving expensive cafe food. Picnics can be great fun even in inclement weather. The children’s 88 year old great gran has been known to enjoy a hectic food scramble in the car whilst looking out at the rain because we’ve been able to suit her food wishes!
    Even finding cafe food to suit wide tastes is often difficult without the problem of expense.

    Reply
  115. AMANDA LETCH says

    May 25, 2011 at 1:03 pm

    I am following @sainsburys as @CHOCOAJ x

    Reply
  116. AMANDA LETCH says

    May 25, 2011 at 1:04 pm

    I have liked sainsburys on fb

    fb name Amanda Letch x

    Reply
  117. Trish says

    May 25, 2011 at 1:05 pm

    I’m following Sainsburys on Facebook and Twitter and I have retweeted.

    Reply
  118. Trish says

    May 25, 2011 at 1:06 pm

    Following and retweeting @cookingkt on Twitter

    @pjo77

    Reply
  119. Samantha Whistler says

    May 25, 2011 at 1:50 pm

    my tip is to invest in a chest freezer- that way you have room to stock up on essentials when you see a really good offer, plus stops you having to go to the supermarket so often!

    Reply
  120. catherine geraghty says

    May 25, 2011 at 2:13 pm

    meal plan each day so you know exactly what you need and stick to the list, so you dont get unecessary ‘bargains’

    Reply
  121. Paula Nixon says

    May 25, 2011 at 2:21 pm

    My tip is scour the markets for seasonal produce and cook in bulk – take advantage of your freezer so that you can double up when stuff is cheap and have healthy, home made food waiting for you

    Reply
  122. Paula Nixon says

    May 25, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    Hi, I’m following you on Twitter – Nixy143

    Reply
  123. Paula Nixon says

    May 25, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    I tweeted the message – Nixy143

    Reply
  124. Paula Nixon says

    May 25, 2011 at 2:25 pm

    I’m following Sainsburys on twitter – Nixy143

    Reply
  125. Paula Nixon says

    May 25, 2011 at 2:26 pm

    I’ve Liked Sainsburys on Facebook 🙂

    Reply
  126. carole says

    May 25, 2011 at 2:54 pm

    careful planning and checking of these supermarket prices and there not so good offers

    Reply
  127. carole says

    May 25, 2011 at 2:54 pm

    following you already and sainsburys and all the rest too

    Reply
  128. Kieran Walsh says

    May 25, 2011 at 3:31 pm

    @oldwalshy
    combine, some of the above, supermarkets allways, have great bargins, on certain lines, which change week by week, it never works to plan too far in advance, but a knowledge of likes and dislikes help, home cooking is best, but sometimes, it is cheaper to buy ready made, for young children try and make food intresting, , one special treat a week,supermarkets these days are allways there to help

    Reply
  129. Kieran Walsh says

    May 25, 2011 at 3:40 pm

    have allready liked on facebook/ have twitted as above as @old walshy

    Reply
  130. Jan Bailey says

    May 25, 2011 at 4:32 pm

    Top tip – cook from scratch where possible – at least you know what’s in the meal ( no nasty additives). Slip in extra veg. to bulk it out – easy if there’s a tasty sauce holding it all together. Make a list and plan your meals but be flexible. Sometimes there are good offers or BOGOFs – but remember to use or freeze these extra goodies ( they’re not a bargain if they’re in the bin cos they’re past their use-by date)

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  131. Emma Howard says

    May 25, 2011 at 5:22 pm

    My top tip for feeding a family on a budget is to use a slow cooker. I bulk buy on meat and vegetables, cook it in the slow cooker then freeze what we don’t eat that night.

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  132. Emma Howard says

    May 25, 2011 at 5:24 pm

    Have tweeted
    @ammalinetheduck

    Reply
  133. Emma Howard says

    May 25, 2011 at 5:24 pm

    Already following you on Twitter
    @ammalinetheduck

    Reply
  134. Emma Howard says

    May 25, 2011 at 5:25 pm

    Already following Sainsburys on Twitter
    @ammalinetheduck

    Reply
  135. Emma Howard says

    May 25, 2011 at 5:25 pm

    Already like Sainsburys Facebook page

    Reply
  136. Karen says

    May 25, 2011 at 7:17 pm

    Plan the week’s meals before you go shopping and make a shopping list of what you need

    Reply
  137. Barbara Sharp says

    May 25, 2011 at 8:25 pm

    I’ve liked the facebook page today.

    My tip is to make pancakes as a side dish . You can fill them with any leftover vegetables or meat, making them into individual parcels. Quick, easy, and cheap. Prepare them earlier and reheat by frying in a little oil.

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  138. Nicky says

    May 25, 2011 at 9:18 pm

    Theres only me and my boy at home I always check what on offer at the local supermarket daily. Costs have dropped dramatically since I’ve started letting him play at the park whilst I shop,

    Reply
  139. Nicky says

    May 25, 2011 at 9:20 pm

    Following you on twitter @kniknaxnjj

    Reply
  140. Nicky says

    May 25, 2011 at 9:23 pm

    Following Sainsburys on twitter

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  141. Nicky says

    May 25, 2011 at 9:24 pm

    Have liked Sainsburys on facebook

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  142. Steve Hamilton says

    May 25, 2011 at 11:15 pm

    I have liked them on facebook hun!

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  143. Gabrielle svensson says

    May 26, 2011 at 8:47 am

    cook from scratch, using supermarket own brand products.

    Reply
  144. Gabrielle svensson says

    May 26, 2011 at 8:49 am

    i’ve liked sainsbury’s facebook page (suki cat)

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  145. laura stewart says

    May 26, 2011 at 10:45 am

    liked on facebook please enter me

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  146. Melissa Hall says

    May 26, 2011 at 11:55 am

    Don’t throw anything away!
    Left over veg and spuds can be used in bubble and squeak, old fruit can be used in crumbles and pies etc!

    Reply
  147. Melissa Hall says

    May 26, 2011 at 11:56 am

    I have tweeted the post from @compgirl1

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  148. Melissa Hall says

    May 26, 2011 at 11:57 am

    I am following you on Twitter from @compgirl1

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  149. Melissa Hall says

    May 26, 2011 at 11:57 am

    I am also following Sainsbury’s on Twitter from @compgirl1

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  150. Melissa Hall says

    May 26, 2011 at 11:58 am

    I have also “liked” their facebook page.
    Phew!
    Thanks for running the competition 🙂

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  151. Cherryl Thomas says

    May 26, 2011 at 2:18 pm

    My top tip is to cook vegetarian. By using pulses for protein instead of meat you can save yourself a fortune!

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  152. Rach says

    May 26, 2011 at 2:27 pm

    My top tip is be flexible and willing to deviate form your carefully prepared list and meal plan if you see a good offer, or something reduced which you can freeze.

    Reply
  153. Rach says

    May 26, 2011 at 2:29 pm

    Have tweeted @captainsunflow

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  154. Rach says

    May 26, 2011 at 2:29 pm

    Am following you on twitter @captainsunflow

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  155. Rach says

    May 26, 2011 at 2:30 pm

    Am following sainsburys on twitter @captainsunflow

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  156. Christina says

    May 26, 2011 at 4:48 pm

    Have liked on facebook.

    Use what is on offer at the supermarket or a reduction, don’t stick to a menu

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  157. freakfire99 says

    May 26, 2011 at 5:19 pm

    Find out when the supermarkets do their reductions and try to shop at that time when possible to pick up some bargains.

    Also tweeted @freakfire

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  158. Lindy Hine says

    May 26, 2011 at 7:38 pm

    My tip is to use supermarkets own brand goods because they’re just as good as brand names. Also save time and money by cooking a huge batch of things such as spag bol and freezing. (and when you do try Quorn mince instead of steak mince as it’s cheaper and also less fatty!)

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  159. Lindy Hine says

    May 26, 2011 at 7:39 pm

    Already following you on twitter @LindyHine

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  160. Lindy Hine says

    May 26, 2011 at 7:39 pm

    Have tweeted @LindyHine

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  161. Lindy Hine says

    May 26, 2011 at 7:40 pm

    Already follow Sainsburys on twitter @LindyHine

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  162. Lindy Hine says

    May 26, 2011 at 7:41 pm

    Already like Sainsburys Facebook page

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  163. ali.b. says

    May 26, 2011 at 8:15 pm

    Thank you for the chance to win – that would come in very very handy at the mo!!

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  164. Kim Stuart-jones says

    May 26, 2011 at 8:50 pm

    I manage to feel my whole family (2 adults and 2 children) for about £50 a week. I cook from scratch every night and plan my meals a week at a time and then shop only from my shopping list, which ensures I don’t buy anything I don’t need and don’t waste anything!

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  165. Alex Brownlee says

    May 26, 2011 at 9:18 pm

    buy in bulk!

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  166. Julie squires says

    May 26, 2011 at 9:43 pm

    I have just ‘like’ sainsburys on facebook. Fingers crossed!

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  167. Julie squires says

    May 26, 2011 at 9:55 pm

    Buy food thats on offer and cook meals accordingly

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  168. Julie squires says

    May 26, 2011 at 9:58 pm

    Just liked you!

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  169. Jane Morfett says

    May 26, 2011 at 11:22 pm

    My tip is to make packed lunches to take to work each day works out alot cheaper than buying lunch out!

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  170. Jane Morfett says

    May 26, 2011 at 11:24 pm

    Have tweeted @sophiejanem

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  171. Jane Morfett says

    May 26, 2011 at 11:27 pm

    I am following you on twitter @sophiejanem

    Reply
  172. Jane Morfett says

    May 26, 2011 at 11:29 pm

    I am following sainsburys on twitter @sophiejanem

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  173. Jane Morfett says

    May 26, 2011 at 11:30 pm

    I like sainsburys on facebook!

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  174. mibsxx says

    May 27, 2011 at 2:29 am

    Mine is as others have already said, make it from scratch, it relaly doesnty take much longer, and do what my mom used to, sunday roast on sundays, use the leftovers on mondays for bubble and squeak, tuesday ideal in wintertime for a good healthy hearty stew, which can be added to on weds and thursday, thursday being a great time to turn it into a curry! Etc, this makes for a very cheap and filling diet

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  175. mibsxx says

    May 27, 2011 at 2:31 am

    Have tweeted

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  176. mibsxx says

    May 27, 2011 at 2:32 am

    am following you as @MibsXX

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  177. mibsxx says

    May 27, 2011 at 2:33 am

    am also following @sainsburys

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  178. mibsxx says

    May 27, 2011 at 2:38 am

    Have also liked sainsburys facebook page xx

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  179. Nancy Townsend says

    May 27, 2011 at 11:16 am

    Sainsbury basics range is fantastic – it is as good or better than branded items and the pennies saved per item add up to pounds over a whole shop.

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  180. Judy Beba-Thompson says

    May 27, 2011 at 5:53 pm

    Make a shopping list and stick to it UNLESS you find an item you often use greatly reduced – that’s what a freezer is for!

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  181. Judy Beba-Thompson says

    May 27, 2011 at 5:54 pm

    I’ve liked Sainsburys on Facebook

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  182. forladies says

    May 27, 2011 at 6:28 pm

    top tip is when family favourites are on offer, purcash them, to save pounds!

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  183. Greig spencer says

    May 27, 2011 at 8:41 pm

    try the basics range1 some good bargains there lol

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  184. Sarah Cooper says

    May 27, 2011 at 9:21 pm

    Meal plan and use http://www.mysupermarket.co.uk to make sure you are getting the cheapest prices.

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  185. peter says

    May 27, 2011 at 9:30 pm

    dont pay extra for ready prepared fruit and veg – buy it fresh and do all the cutting/chopping and washing yourself

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  186. Sarah says

    May 27, 2011 at 10:01 pm

    My tip for feeding a family on a budget is to do your grocery shopping on-line. It’s much easier to buy just what you need and the impulse purchases are kept to a minimum.

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  187. Laura says

    May 27, 2011 at 10:02 pm

    My top tip is to make a meal plan at the start of the week, check what you already have in, then make a list and shop accordingly and do not deviate from your list!

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  188. Laura says

    May 27, 2011 at 10:02 pm

    I like sainsburys on facebook!

    Reply
  189. Sarah says

    May 27, 2011 at 10:03 pm

    I have tweeted the tweet (from @Saspidistra).

    Reply
  190. Sarah says

    May 27, 2011 at 10:04 pm

    I am following @cookingkt on Twitter (@Saspidistra)

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  191. Sarah says

    May 27, 2011 at 10:06 pm

    I’m following @Sainsburys on Twitter (@Saspidistra)

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  192. Sarah says

    May 27, 2011 at 10:08 pm

    I have liked Sainsbury’s FB page.

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  193. Lorna says

    May 27, 2011 at 10:30 pm

    Don’t be shy about using the basics range, it makes a huge price difference to your weekly shop and often there’s little difference in taste 🙂

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  194. Lorna says

    May 27, 2011 at 10:31 pm

    Already a follower on Twitter @ellielucky

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  195. Lorna says

    May 27, 2011 at 10:32 pm

    Have tweeted also @ellielucky

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  196. Lorna says

    May 27, 2011 at 10:33 pm

    Already a follower of Sainsburys @ellielucky

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  197. Lorna says

    May 27, 2011 at 10:34 pm

    Already liked Sainsburys FB page too @ellielucky 🙂

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  198. Amanda Robertson says

    May 28, 2011 at 6:50 am

    always freeze leftovers- make a handy single portion for someone in the family and can be easily microwaved usually.

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  199. Amanda Robertson says

    May 28, 2011 at 6:50 am

    following on twitter @amanda_bc2000

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  200. Amanda Robertson says

    May 28, 2011 at 6:51 am

    have tweeted message @amanda_bc2000

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  201. Amanda Robertson says

    May 28, 2011 at 6:51 am

    am following sainsburys on twitter @amanda_bc2000

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  202. Amanda Robertson says

    May 28, 2011 at 6:51 am

    have liked sainsburys on facebook

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  203. Erica Price says

    May 28, 2011 at 8:49 am

    Buy in bulk for bargains.

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  204. Erica Price says

    May 28, 2011 at 8:50 am

    Tweeted @ericahughes

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  205. Erica Price says

    May 28, 2011 at 8:51 am

    Following you on twitter @ericahughes

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  206. Erica Price says

    May 28, 2011 at 8:54 am

    Liked on fb

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  207. elaine garner says

    May 28, 2011 at 9:18 am

    already like sainsburys page , just letting you know :0) and off to complete the rest

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  208. elaine garner says

    May 28, 2011 at 9:20 am

    and following sainsburys on twitter @elainehen

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  209. elaine garner says

    May 28, 2011 at 9:42 am

    my tips for feeding my family of 4 young fellows plus me n my hubs are
    buy quality with quantity at an affordable price thanks to the basics range
    lots of potatoes veg yorkshire puds dumplings and pie crusts added to meals of slow cooker stews casseroles and home made soups

    balancd out by less of the snacking and sugary extras that your body and budget can simply do better without

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  210. elaine garner says

    May 28, 2011 at 9:46 am

    have followed steps 2 n 3 on twitter @elainehen and now off to read your experience of the fab sounding Sainsburys £50 deal for 4

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  211. phyllis ellett says

    May 28, 2011 at 1:31 pm

    Lot of basic food ranges or even stores own labels are just as good as premium brands. Least try them once to see. Don’t be a snob, you will be suprised

    @phyllgerry

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  212. phyllis ellett says

    May 28, 2011 at 1:32 pm

    RT’d giveaway using @phyllgerry

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  213. phyllis ellett says

    May 28, 2011 at 1:32 pm

    Already following you on twitter

    @phyllgerry

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  214. phyllis ellett says

    May 28, 2011 at 1:35 pm

    Already following @sainsburys

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  215. phyllis ellett says

    May 28, 2011 at 1:37 pm

    Liked Sainsburys on FB, My ID – Phyllis Ellett

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  216. Catharine Radomski says

    May 28, 2011 at 1:48 pm

    My tip is too plan the weeks meals ahead and cook meals from scratch – I sometimes make a bit extra and freeze, a cheap ready meal if required,

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  217. Catharine Radomski says

    May 28, 2011 at 1:50 pm

    Have tweeted @Hencat1

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  218. Catharine Radomski says

    May 28, 2011 at 1:50 pm

    Am following on twitter @hencat1

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  219. Catharine Radomski says

    May 28, 2011 at 1:50 pm

    Following sainsburys on twitter @Hencat1

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  220. Catharine Radomski says

    May 28, 2011 at 1:51 pm

    Liked sainsburys face book page.

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  221. kaye says

    May 28, 2011 at 2:33 pm

    a food blogger whos brave enough to call the food minging even when theyre getting freebies from sainsburys …..love it

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  222. Corinne says

    May 28, 2011 at 3:00 pm

    Invest in a good selection of dried herbs and spices. That way you can make even cheap ingredients taste like wonderful gourmet meals.

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  223. Corinne says

    May 28, 2011 at 3:05 pm

    I have tweeted the post Win £50 worth of Sainsbury’s groceries with @cookingkt http://wp.me/pU5T8-J8. My twitter username is snowyumbrella

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  224. Corinne says

    May 28, 2011 at 3:06 pm

    I am following you on me @cookingkt.

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  225. Mary Baldwin says

    May 28, 2011 at 5:07 pm

    Make double the amount where you can and freeze the rest. You will then have an extra meal ready for a busy day, avoiding the temptation of a take-away and save on electricity from not cooking twice.

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  226. Mary Baldwin says

    May 28, 2011 at 5:08 pm

    Have ‘liked’ the Sainsbury’s facebook page.

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  227. M willams says

    May 28, 2011 at 6:47 pm

    Down size your brands, if you have Heinz go to supermarket own brand for example, can save loads this way

    Also don’t go shopping when hungry or do an online food shop

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  228. M willams says

    May 28, 2011 at 6:49 pm

    Following on twitter

    Tweeting as melandjake99

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  229. M willams says

    May 28, 2011 at 6:51 pm

    Following sainsburys on twitter and facebook

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  230. Dawn Chapman says

    May 28, 2011 at 7:14 pm

    my tip is to always plan ahead, a weeks list of menus is a good way, plus if you can try growing your own veg and salad as you would be surprised the cost of this on the weekly shopping bill!

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  231. Rob Clayton says

    May 28, 2011 at 8:40 pm

    Keep to fresh food. choosing the right ingredients (especially veg and salad) will do more than one meal, so choose carefully

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  232. victoria rogers says

    May 28, 2011 at 9:28 pm

    my top tip is to plan your menu for the week and shop accordingly, this saves loads of money and you never have to ask yourself.. “what am i gonna do for dinner tonight!” have also liked on facebook x

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  233. Karin Hall says

    May 28, 2011 at 10:56 pm

    Always go shopping at about 4-5pm, when perishable goods that are nearing their sell-by date are being reduced… You can always freeze anything you don’t need right away and use it later! And of course there’s always the Nectar points to collect from Sainsbury’s and other places!!

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  234. Maya Russell says

    May 29, 2011 at 10:28 am

    Shop online – it’s not rushed and prices can be compared more easily. The small delivery fee is well worth it especially when you don’t have to spend petrol and so worth being hasslefree!

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  235. Maya Russell says

    May 29, 2011 at 10:29 am

    Have tweeted. @maisietoo

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  236. Maya Russell says

    May 29, 2011 at 10:31 am

    Following @cookingkt on Twitter.
    @maisietoo

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  237. Maya Russell says

    May 29, 2011 at 10:32 am

    Following @sainsburys on Twitter.
    @maisietoo

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  238. Maya Russell says

    May 29, 2011 at 10:33 am

    Liked the Sainsbury’s page on facebook

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  239. nat bramble says

    May 29, 2011 at 10:58 am

    Go up the supermarket at the end of the day for the best bargains !

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  240. Alison T says

    May 29, 2011 at 11:42 am

    I always used to pad out my meals with veggies makes it go further and is healthier too also be very careful choosing what look like bargains in shops as bulk buying isn’t always cheaper best to compare prices first.

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  241. Alison T says

    May 29, 2011 at 11:43 am

    Have tweeted @buzylizzy1

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  242. Alison T says

    May 29, 2011 at 11:43 am

    already follow you on twitter 🙂

    Reply
  243. Alison T says

    May 29, 2011 at 11:44 am

    already follow sainsbury’s on twitter

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  244. Alison T says

    May 29, 2011 at 11:45 am

    Have liked sainsbury’s on facebook 🙂

    Reply
  245. Steven Montgomery says

    May 29, 2011 at 12:24 pm

    Live alone 🙂 (liked on FB)

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  246. Ann says

    May 29, 2011 at 2:52 pm

    Shop later in the day when you can pick up reduced foods. Make a big pot of soup, load of veg. Make casseroles and eek it out with lentils and veg.

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  247. Linda Gray says

    May 29, 2011 at 5:08 pm

    I use broken fillets of fish, which can be bought inexpensively from the fishmonger, to make a delicious fish pie. End-cuts of cheese which have been rejected by my family, enrich the flavour of the mashed potatoes, and give my pie a rich crunchy top

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  248. Rebecca Holmes says

    May 29, 2011 at 5:14 pm

    make pasta sauces yourself so have tinned tomatoes, herbs and garlic. Cheese eggs and milk and dried pasta cheap meals in minutes. Also buy a slow cooker then the cheaper cut’s of meat i.e lamb neck can be made in to a yummy curry forvery little money and with very little effort.

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  249. Andrew Cakebread says

    May 29, 2011 at 5:24 pm

    Always look for bargains and best deals, never buy pre made and always have some imagination!

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  250. Andrew Cakebread says

    May 29, 2011 at 5:26 pm

    Twitted @andrewcbo

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  251. Jayne K says

    May 29, 2011 at 5:42 pm

    To feed a family on a budget, get inventive with eggs. They’re a cheap source of protein.

    Reply
  252. Jayne K says

    May 29, 2011 at 5:46 pm

    Have tweeted. @jaizduck

    Reply
  253. Jayne K says

    May 29, 2011 at 5:47 pm

    Following on Twitter. @jaizduck

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  254. Jayne K says

    May 29, 2011 at 5:51 pm

    Following Sainsbury’s on Twitter

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  255. Jayne K says

    May 29, 2011 at 5:51 pm

    Liked the Sainsbury’s page on facebook,

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  256. melanie stirling says

    May 29, 2011 at 6:29 pm

    My top tip is to make a large batch of a base mince in our case I use Quorn because my son is vegetarian.Then you can add different ingrediants to that according to what you whant to make that day.For example if you want bolognese you add herbs but if you want chilli you had red beans and chilli.The quorn mince in gravy is great with rice or mashed potatoes!

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  257. melanie stirling says

    May 29, 2011 at 6:30 pm

    I have tweeted @mellysocks

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  258. melanie stirling says

    May 29, 2011 at 6:31 pm

    I am following you on twitter @mellysocks

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  259. melanie stirling says

    May 29, 2011 at 6:33 pm

    I am following @sainsburys on twitter

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  260. melanie stirling says

    May 29, 2011 at 6:34 pm

    I like sainsburys on Facebook

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  261. katrina says

    May 29, 2011 at 6:59 pm

    my top tip has to be writing out a menu for the week and stick to it – it means that you not only save time in the evening when thinking of what’s for tea but it also helps prevent the dreaded impulse buys.

    If planning is not your thing, try to go when food is being reduced (normal around 7pm here) and grab some bargains (my mum and dad did a shop today paying £21 for goods that should have totalled over £70)

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  262. Karen Dixon says

    May 29, 2011 at 7:42 pm

    When you see an item that you use all the time and can be stored buy it there and then but only do this with items with a long expiry day –

    Reply
  263. Angie says

    May 29, 2011 at 8:03 pm

    my tip —- always google your leftovers, it’s the best way to keep within budget and make use of all your weekly shop!

    Reply
  264. Angie says

    May 29, 2011 at 8:14 pm

    I’ve tweeted!

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  265. Angie says

    May 29, 2011 at 8:16 pm

    already follow Sainsbury’s @angiehoggett

    Reply
  266. Angie says

    May 29, 2011 at 8:17 pm

    already like Sainsbury’s on Facebook

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  267. Angie says

    May 29, 2011 at 8:18 pm

    already follwing you @angiehoggett

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  268. Nancy Bradford says

    May 29, 2011 at 8:48 pm

    My best tip is making loads more than you need and freezing. Also, keep mix individual leftovers (like carrots, beans, potatos) together to make soup or stew.

    Reply
  269. Sheri Darby says

    May 29, 2011 at 9:18 pm

    My best tip is to bulk things up with beans.

    Reply
  270. Sheri Darby says

    May 29, 2011 at 9:20 pm

    have tweeted as sheridarby

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  271. helen watson says

    May 29, 2011 at 9:25 pm

    I plan everything for the week and shop online so im not tempted by impulse buys and I reduce waste well worth the £3.50 delivery I only spend £60 a week for everything for a family of 2 adults and 2 kids

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  272. Anthony Elvy says

    May 29, 2011 at 9:44 pm

    Blend down left over veg with cream and water and season to taste. Hearty soups for little money 🙂

    Reply
  273. Anthony Elvy says

    May 29, 2011 at 9:46 pm

    Tweeted your message ( @elvy106 )

    Reply
  274. Anthony Elvy says

    May 29, 2011 at 9:47 pm

    Following you on Twitter ( @elvy106 )

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  275. Anthony Elvy says

    May 29, 2011 at 9:47 pm

    Following Sainsburys on Twitter ( @elvy106 )

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  276. Anthony Elvy says

    May 29, 2011 at 9:48 pm

    And finally …… following Sainsburys on Facebook 🙂

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  277. Shufflette says

    May 29, 2011 at 11:02 pm

    Bogofs, vouchers and buying in bulk to freeze/store!

    Reply
  278. Donna Bailey says

    May 29, 2011 at 11:24 pm

    My top tip is to mix cheaper products with brand names, you can’t tell the difference. For instance buy a Robinsons Squash and an own brand squash of the same flavour and mix them in a bigger bottle together and end up with an overall decent squash for a fraction of the price.

    Also buy in bulk when products you use are on special offer.

    Have liked Sainsburys on FB!

    Reply
  279. Pauline Dring says

    May 29, 2011 at 11:34 pm

    I am following Sainsbury’s on Facebook

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  280. Pauline Dring says

    May 29, 2011 at 11:37 pm

    My top tip to save money on food shopping is to grow your own veg on an allotment which costs £10 a year.

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  281. SUSAN HALL says

    May 30, 2011 at 12:29 am

    top tip – freeze unused leftovers even the smallest 1 portion amounts they will always come in handy even if only for a bitza meal

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  282. SUSAN HALL says

    May 30, 2011 at 12:31 am

    i have followed you on twitter

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    • SUSAN HALL says

      May 30, 2011 at 12:35 am

      forgot to say @straysuzi

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  283. SUSAN HALL says

    May 30, 2011 at 12:32 am

    i have tweeted the message

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  284. SUSAN HALL says

    May 30, 2011 at 12:33 am

    i already like @sainsburys

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  285. SUSAN HALL says

    May 30, 2011 at 12:34 am

    i have added Sainsburys to my friends on facebook ( straysuzi)

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  286. Pam Suman says

    May 30, 2011 at 12:38 am

    I have liked Sainsbury on facebook

    My tip would be to make double and freeze the 2nd lot – use the following week when you are in a rush or need a eve off from cooking…cheaper than a take away and more healthier!! I have used some of the recipes from the meal plan for £50 – fab idea – more different recipes in future would be great!! (more to choose from!) fingers crossed I will win!!!

    My second tip is to involve the children and guaranteed they will eat the food when cooked – it really works!!! 🙂

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  287. Kerry Black says

    May 30, 2011 at 12:57 am

    Get the kids involved. If they chop veg, they will try soup. If they stir and knead, they will balke. Go homemade and have fun together!

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  288. Kerry Black says

    May 30, 2011 at 12:58 am

    Just liked Sainsbury’s on FB-they have some great money spinning ideas!

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  289. Lauren says

    May 30, 2011 at 1:05 am

    Buy in bulk, it lasts ages and it’s cheaper.

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  290. claytonford says

    May 30, 2011 at 10:25 am

    when making a meal, make tice as much and freeze what you leave for another meal the following week,

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  291. Louise says

    May 30, 2011 at 10:38 am

    top tip: don’t take the family shopping with you (if at all possible)

    Reply
  292. Louise says

    May 30, 2011 at 10:39 am

    2. have tweeted @LouiseRWs

    Reply
  293. Louise says

    May 30, 2011 at 10:40 am

    3. am following you @LouiseRWs

    Reply
  294. Louise says

    May 30, 2011 at 10:41 am

    4 following sainsburys @LouiseRWs

    Reply
  295. Louise says

    May 30, 2011 at 10:41 am

    5 already like Sainsburys on FB

    Reply
  296. Nickie C says

    May 30, 2011 at 11:22 am

    I buy in bulk from Costco and share it out with friends & family – so we’re not all sitting with freezers full of 20 kilos of mince, but we get the cheaper price.

    Reply
  297. Nickie C says

    May 30, 2011 at 11:23 am

    Tweeted as @nickiem – http://twitter.com/nickiem/status/75145088514269184

    Reply
  298. Nickie C says

    May 30, 2011 at 11:23 am

    Follow @cookingkt on twitter – @nickiem

    Reply
  299. Nickie C says

    May 30, 2011 at 11:24 am

    Follow @sainsburys on twitter – @nickiem

    Reply
  300. Nickie C says

    May 30, 2011 at 11:24 am

    Follow Sainsburys on Facebook – Nickie Chapman

    Reply
  301. Colette Hallinan says

    May 30, 2011 at 1:08 pm

    Top Tips:

    Make a list and stick to it.
    Shop online and get it delivered so you can keep a close eye on your spending, change to cheaper alternatives and won’t be tempted by “extras” as you walk past them!

    Have tweeted and followed both :o) @Lollinski

    Reply
  302. sarah foran says

    May 30, 2011 at 2:53 pm

    Have tweeted and followed both, my top tip is remember the five a day!

    Reply
    • sarah foran says

      May 30, 2011 at 2:54 pm

      forgot to add sarahforan1

      Reply
  303. Christine Bray says

    May 30, 2011 at 2:58 pm

    Top tip Add oats to your mince: this makes your meat go further. The oats soak up all the juices and flavourings, so it’s tasty too. Helps reduce cholesterol mmm what more can you ask for!

    Reply
  304. Dej says

    May 30, 2011 at 2:59 pm

    Top tips: Buy fresh fruit and veg from a market if you can-it’ll be a lot cheaper!

    Reply
  305. Dej says

    May 30, 2011 at 2:59 pm

    I’ve tweeted about the giveaway @dejanestpas

    Reply
  306. Dej says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:00 pm

    I follow you on twitter @dejanestpas

    Reply
  307. Dej says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:00 pm

    I follow Sainsbury’s on twitter @dejanestpas

    Reply
  308. Dej says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:01 pm

    I like Sainsbury’s on Facebook (Dejeniera)

    Reply
  309. Christine Bray says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:04 pm

    5. For a fifth chance to win please you can ’like’ the Sainsbury’s page on facebook, and comment HERE to tell me you have done so.

    Reply
  310. Christine Bray says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:05 pm

    4. For a fourth chance to win follow @sainsburys
    on Twitter and comment HERE to tell me you have done so.

    Reply
  311. Christine Bray says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:05 pm

    3. For a third chance to win please follow me @cookingkt on Twitter and comment HERE to tell me you have done so. done so @chrriss88 xxx thank you

    Reply
  312. Lynn Fancy says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:11 pm

    Already following you and Sainsburys on Twitter ‘@LemonFancy’
    Rt’d your posts

    My Top Tips would be

    Always make sure you are not hungry BEFORE you go shopping! Buying whilst you want to eat makes you buy more and snacky type rubbish which will not fill you up and costs ££££
    Invest in some good quality freezer tubs and portion up any leftovers and freeze, make double of say bolognese and freeze half!
    If your freezer is not full, buy cheap loaves of bread and stock it up, saves you £££ on Electric!
    PLAN your meals for the week/month etc Even if it sounds boring it saves loads!
    Make a LIST and stick to it (and remember to take it with you lol)
    Look at special offers on items you can put away i.e. Large tins of Roses if the use by is well over the nearest Xmas and you can hold out and not open them stock up!!

    Reply
  313. Tracy Padgett says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:12 pm

    following and retweeted – tpadgett22

    Top tip – keep it simple, fresh food and no junk food,

    Reply
  314. Kim Holgate says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:12 pm

    Have tweeted, and followed both @kimnhol and have liked Sainsburys on fb.

    Top tip – try and cook fresh and stay away from ready meals by having a veg box delivered and buying meat from the butcher I am able to feed a family of 6 on a very limited bugdet.

    Reply
  315. Lynn Fancy says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:13 pm

    Already a fan of Sainsburys on FB x

    Reply
  316. LISA says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:13 pm

    buy own brand

    Reply
  317. Lynn Fancy says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:14 pm

    Already following you on Twitter ‘@LemonFancy’

    Reply
  318. Lynn Fancy says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:14 pm

    Already following Sainsburys on Twitter ‘@LemonFancy’

    Reply
  319. Lynn Fancy says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:15 pm

    Tweeted your Posts @LemonFancy x

    Reply
  320. MARK says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:15 pm

    no ready meals

    Reply
  321. RICHARD says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:16 pm

    eat healthy fresh food

    Reply
  322. Thelma says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:16 pm

    all eat the same

    Reply
  323. THOMAS says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:17 pm

    freeze leftovers

    Reply
  324. Melanie Hall says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:19 pm

    My top tip..is grow your own, last year was the first i did this, from ruuner beans to tomatoes…. saves so much, encourages the kids to have a hobby away from the tv, is so much fun

    Reply
  325. THOMAS says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:36 pm

    have tweeted @DIGGERSPADE

    Reply
  326. Thelma says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:36 pm

    have tweeted @DUSTER777

    Reply
  327. RICHARD says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:36 pm

    have tweeted @GARDENSHED88

    Reply
  328. MARK says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:37 pm

    have tweeted @COMPUTER599

    Reply
  329. LISA says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:37 pm

    have tweeted @KITTYPOWER007

    Reply
  330. LISA says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:39 pm

    follow @cookingkt on Twitter @KITTYPOWER007

    Reply
  331. MARK says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:40 pm

    follow @cookingkt on Twitter@COMPUTER599

    Reply
  332. RICHARD says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:40 pm

    follow @cookingkt on Twitter @GARDENSHED88

    Reply
  333. Thelma says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:41 pm

    follow @cookingkt on Twitter @DUSTER777

    Reply
  334. THOMAS says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:42 pm

    follow @cookingkt on Twitter @DIGGERSPADE

    Reply
  335. THOMAS says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:43 pm

    follow @sainsburys
    on Twitter@DIGGERSPADE

    Reply
  336. Thelma says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:44 pm

    follow @sainsburys
    on Twitter@DUSTER777

    Reply
  337. Colette says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:55 pm

    Always cook more than what you need then freeze the rest. Much cheaper and tastier than ready meals.

    Reply
  338. Cheryll H says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:57 pm

    Eat veggie a couple of days a week 🙂 Meat is so expensive and you can easily make something that veggie and satisfying – think jacket spuds with cheese and beans or pasta bake 🙂

    Reply
  339. Colette says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:57 pm

    Tweeted the competition post @littlelottee20

    Reply
  340. Colette says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:58 pm

    Following @cookingkt on Twitter @littlelottee20

    Reply
  341. Cheryll H says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:58 pm

    Have tweeted @pipersky1 🙂

    Reply
  342. Cheryll H says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:59 pm

    Following you on Twitter @pipersky1 🙂

    Reply
  343. Colette says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:59 pm

    Following @sainsburys on Twitter @littlelottee20

    Reply
  344. Cheryll H says

    May 30, 2011 at 3:59 pm

    Following @sainsburys on Twitter 🙂

    Reply
  345. Cheryll H says

    May 30, 2011 at 4:00 pm

    Liked Sainsbury’s FB page @pipersky1 🙂

    Reply
  346. Joanna Sawka says

    May 30, 2011 at 4:12 pm

    My tip – I am always on a diet 🙂

    Reply
  347. Joanna Sawka says

    May 30, 2011 at 4:15 pm

    Tweeted @joanna_kow

    Reply
  348. Joanna Sawka says

    May 30, 2011 at 4:15 pm

    Liked Sainsbury’s FB page

    Reply
  349. Joanna Sawka says

    May 30, 2011 at 4:16 pm

    Following @sainsburys on Twitter @joanna_kow

    Reply
  350. Joanna Sawka says

    May 30, 2011 at 4:16 pm

    Following you on Twitter @joanna_kow

    Reply
  351. RICHARD says

    May 30, 2011 at 4:22 pm

    follow @sainsburys
    on Twitter@GARDENSHED88

    Reply
  352. MARK says

    May 30, 2011 at 4:23 pm

    follow @sainsburys
    on Twitter@COMPUTER599

    Reply
  353. LISA says

    May 30, 2011 at 4:23 pm

    follow @sainsburys
    on Twitter@KITTYPOWER007

    Reply
  354. LISA says

    May 30, 2011 at 4:25 pm

    ’like’ the Sainsbury’s page on facebook,

    Reply
  355. MARK says

    May 30, 2011 at 4:25 pm

    ’like’ the Sainsbury’s page on facebook,

    Reply
  356. RICHARD says

    May 30, 2011 at 4:26 pm

    ’like’ the Sainsbury’s page on facebook,

    Reply
  357. Thelma says

    May 30, 2011 at 4:26 pm

    ’like’ the Sainsbury’s page on facebook,

    Reply
  358. THOMAS says

    May 30, 2011 at 4:26 pm

    ’like’ the Sainsbury’s page on facebook,

    Reply
  359. Krissy Del Agua says

    May 30, 2011 at 5:38 pm

    My tip would be to always google “meals for under a fiver”. There are loads of budget recipes that can be found online.

    Reply
  360. Krissy Del Agua says

    May 30, 2011 at 5:39 pm

    Have tweeted @KrisDelAgua

    Reply
  361. Krissy Del Agua says

    May 30, 2011 at 5:41 pm

    Following @cookingkt

    Reply
  362. Krissy Del Agua says

    May 30, 2011 at 5:42 pm

    follwing @Sainsburys

    Reply
  363. Krissy Del Agua says

    May 30, 2011 at 5:43 pm

    Have liked the Sainsburys facebook page

    Reply
  364. susan willshee says

    May 30, 2011 at 5:49 pm

    Top tip is ‘eat veggie!’ You can grow your own food – it’s much cheaper and easier than trying to raise your own pig, cow, etc 🙂

    Reply
  365. susan willshee says

    May 30, 2011 at 5:51 pm

    have tweeted the competition message @susanwillshee

    Reply
  366. susan willshee says

    May 30, 2011 at 5:52 pm

    following @cookingkt on twitter @susanwillshee

    Reply
  367. susan willshee says

    May 30, 2011 at 5:53 pm

    following @sainsburys pn twitter @susanwillshee

    Reply
  368. Ian Campbell says

    May 30, 2011 at 6:54 pm

    Get together with family and friends and buy in bulk – it’s much cheaper.

    Reply
  369. Ian Campbell says

    May 30, 2011 at 6:58 pm

    I’ve tweeted the competition message. My Twitter username is @Ianthesunlover

    Reply
  370. Ian Campbell says

    May 30, 2011 at 7:00 pm

    I’m following @cookingkt on Twitter.

    Reply
  371. Ian Campbell says

    May 30, 2011 at 7:00 pm

    I’m following @sainsburys on Twitter.

    Reply
  372. Ian Campbell says

    May 30, 2011 at 7:03 pm

    I like the Sainsbury’s page on Facebook.

    Reply
  373. Rachel Titley says

    May 30, 2011 at 7:07 pm

    Buy shop’s own brand products where possible. Many are just as good as the branded ones at a fraction of the price. There are exceptions, where branded may be better, but that is my best tip. Saves a fortune.

    Reply
  374. Rachel Titley says

    May 30, 2011 at 7:08 pm

    I have tweeted with @rachelscomps here: http://twitter.com/#!/rachelscomps/status/75262212335341568

    Reply
  375. Rachel Titley says

    May 30, 2011 at 7:11 pm

    oops sorry please delete this. It came up with an error message saying it didn’t post! You could use this post for my entry no. 3, that I am following you on Twitter 🙂

    Reply
  376. Rachel Titley says

    May 30, 2011 at 7:12 pm

    I am following @sainsburys on twitter

    Reply
  377. Rachel Titley says

    May 30, 2011 at 7:12 pm

    I am liking Sainsburys on Facebook

    Reply
  378. Sophie says

    May 30, 2011 at 8:09 pm

    I don’t feed a ‘family’ as such, just a group of (male) students that eat more than you would think imaginable! I make sure to always have bread with dinner that they can fill up/pick on.

    Reply
  379. Sophie says

    May 30, 2011 at 8:10 pm

    I’m following you on twitter (@sl107)

    Reply
  380. Sophie says

    May 30, 2011 at 8:14 pm

    And also like sainsburys on facebook.

    Reply
  381. lisa anderson says

    May 30, 2011 at 9:26 pm

    if you sign up to receive Waitrose news they send you lots of vouchers for monry off internet shopping and don’t
    charge for delivery after a certain time

    Reply

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