How about buying a countdown at class - you save a weeks subs if you get a 6 week one, or 2 weeks free subs if you buy a 12 week one. It also commits you to attending.
I think on the website there is a student area with an example shopping list......!? could be wrong as the layout has changed now...but if anyone has the link....or have a hunt around.
Green days are cheaper - but i need a bit of meat so i do red days and make sure i get good deals. Try to get deals on meat, or freeze on the day you buy it 'price discounted' meat (Sunday afternoon is one of the best times to get a reduction).
Best of luck - if you plan your meals each week and just buy what you need its easier.
I also shop online so i am not tempted by offers, i just get what i need and it gets delivered. Simples! Plus you can keep an eye on how much is it totting up to online, and then adjust to meet your budget.
A typical weekly shop for one person/meal planner could be as follows (prices are guestimates)
Value chicken fillets £4 (4 in a pack)
Bag of pasta £1
Frozen Mixed Veggies £1
Value Tinned tomatoes x 2 £1
Bananas x 7 £2
Oranges (little bag) £2
Fat free Yogs £3
Low fat Cheese pack £3
Milk £1
Value Soup x 2 £1
Bread *(nimble/ww) £1
Stir Fry veg £1
Lean Mince beef £3
Bacon £2
Value Eggs £1
Total Shopping bill = £26
Suggestions for Meals that can be made:
Monday -
B - Piece of Fruit and a Yoghurt
L - Pasta with Tomatoes and bacon
D - Chicken Stir Fry (save half for tomorrow!)
Tuesday
B - same as Monday
L - Leftover Stir fry
D - Beef mince and pasta and tomatoes (save half for tomorrow)
Weds
B - Cheese on Toast
L - Chicken and veggie Pasta (keep half)
D - Leftover Beefy Pasta
Thurs
B - Poached eggs and bacon on toast
L - Chicken and veggie Pasta
D - Cheese sandwich
Friday
B - Fruit and Yoghurt
L - Cheese and Bacon pasta
D - Tin of Soup and Bread
Sat
B - Cheesy omlette
L - Chicken Sandwich
D - Bacon and Veggie Pasta
Sun
B - Frittata = tomatoes, bacon and eggs
L - Cheese sandwich
D - Pasta with Chicken and veggies
I know thats probably so boring to some people - but make it interesting - add spices, vary the fruits, and obv you can ignore this completely!!!! I hope it helps you to see, that it can be done!