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Cat Cora's Secrets for Grocery-Shopping on the Cheap

The Oprah Winfrey Show  |  March 11, 2009
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Know Your Produce

Buying fresh doesn't have to cost a lot of money. When looking at produce, Cat says to look at what's on sale—and what's in season.

Find out what's in season right now.

Also, look for locally grown products. That means they're fresher and, in most cases, less expensive.

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