Food can easily be one of your biggest monthly expenses. In fact, Americans spend an estimated 6% of their budget on food, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

While more expensive options include eating out or getting take-out, even cooking at home can be expensive, depending on the ingredients you choose to buy. It can be even more costly if you are focused on eating healthy and organic options instead of the less healthy, cheaper options at the grocery store. But just think of all the different ways you could spend the money if you successfully cut your food bill. Read on for ideas on how to cut your food bill each month.