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10 Proven Ways Canadian Families Can Save Big on Groceries This Summer

  Published on moneysavings.ca | Personal Finance & Everyday Savings If you've been to a Canadian grocery store lately, you already know — the sticker shock is real. Feeding a family in Canada has become one of the biggest household expenses, and with food prices still elevated, many families are looking for smart, practical ways to stretch every dollar. The good news? You don't have to sacrifice quality or go hungry to save big. With a few simple habit changes, many Canadian families are cutting hundreds of dollars off their monthly grocery bills. Here are 10 strategies you can start using today. 1. Shop the "Reduced for Quick Sale" Section First Every major grocery store in Canada — from Loblaws to Sobeys to Walmart — has a section dedicated to items nearing their best-before date. These items are often marked down by 30–50%, and they're perfectly good to eat within a day or two (or freeze immediately). Make it a habit to check this section the moment...

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Healthy Kids Recipes: Weeknight Turkey Tortilla Soup


Weeknight Turkey Tortilla Soup

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
  • 1 envelope reduced-sodium taco seasoning
  • 2 cups cubed cooked turkey
  • 2 cups frozen corn (about 10 ounces), thawed
  • 1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
  • Optional toppings: tortilla strips, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, sliced avocado and lime wedges


Directions

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 1-2 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add broth, tomatoes, chiles and taco seasoning; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes. Add turkey and corn; heat through. Stir in cilantro before serving. Serve with toppings of your choice.

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