Don't pay with cash or a debit card. Get a credit card that gives back cash rewards on all purchases and use that instead. Strange, but it actually costs me money if I want use my debit card or pay with cash. I full time and charge EVERYTHING.
Getting back 1-5 percent may not seem likie a big deal on even a small purchase (McDoalds) but it's a whole different story when you see how much you got back at the end of the year.
But don't forget to pay off the CC at the end of every month !
I also visit Costco or Sams and buy bulk chops and ribs. Take them home and get out the Foodsaver machine. I seal 2 chops in a bag and freeze them. There are usually 3 racks of ribs in a package and cut each rack in half and use the Foodsaver on them too. They can keep (frozen) for months, if necessary, until it's time for the pellet grill to make an appearance.