BECOME A BROWN-BAGGER!

One great way to save money every day is by forgoing restaurant lunches. Brown bagging could easily mean a savings of $5 a day, which translates into $100 a month, or $1,200 a year. Here are some ideas for easy lunches that travel well. As for finding a way to spend the extra $1,200 … sorry, you’re on your own!

Some items you could pack:

Dinner leftovers

Chicken, beef, or meatloaf sandwiches.

Fresh cut vegetables

Yogurt

Quiche

Breadsticks and dips

Soup

Salads with dressings packed separately.