Optimal Finance Daily · Saturday, July 25, 2026
Amanda Brownlow highlights food co-ops as a significant money-saving strategy, specifically mentioning 'Bountiful Baskets.' She notes that a $19 basket, received every two weeks, provides about $30-$40 worth of seasonal fruits and vegetables, with an additional pineapple purchase costing $10 for 22 pounds.
“Number three, find a co-op. This has been a game-changer for us. We found one called Bountiful Baskets at the recommendation of a friend.”
“For our location, it's $19 a basket, and you get fruits and veggies that are in season. It's so worth the $20 every two weeks. It has allowed us to try new things and it's saved us money.”
“In the basket each week is easily $30 to $40 in fresh produce. We spent less than $30 this week for our basket, $19. And the add-on of pineapple, $10 for 22 pounds to be exact.”