How Do You Save Money While Grocery Shopping?

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Grocery shopping can be expensive...

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$2.50 for an avocado, $10 for chicken breasts — it can really add up.

But with a bit of planning (and a few clever tricks) you can keep that grocery bill down and still get some great groceries.

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Tricks like avoiding the inner aisles...

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Because this is where those pricey processed foods are located.

Or buying generic groceries instead of those expensive name-brand varieties...

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You can't even tell the difference!

Or how about checking other stores' prices and asking for a price-match?

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You'd be surprised by how many stores actually match prices.

Something as simple as swapping out canned beans for dried ones can really add up in the end.

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They'll taste better and save you money!

What are your tips for saving money on groceries?

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Any thrifty tricks you swear by?

Tell us your best tips for saving money on groceries in the comments below and they could be featured in a future BuzzFeed Community post!