We got the inside scoop from a grocery consultantheres what they said.
That means that a good percentage of us will spend a part of our lives preparing dinner for one.
So why havent groceries caught up to the trend and packaged groceries into more convenient serving sizes?
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We spoke with supermarket consultantJoseph Welsh, whose firm is based in Las Vegasheres what we learned.
One area of the grocery store where shoppers may notice that occurring is the meat counter.
Were trying to keep packages under 10 bucks, he says.
Regarding ground beef, Welsh says, It doesnt matter what lean it is.
You start getting over $10 a package and it dies.
Six, seven, eight bucks, thats the sweet spot.
There are also more companies selling single-serving packages of products like steak and fish.
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Generally priced at around $10, the meals can be a more appealing alternative to the freezer aisle.
Even independents now have meal replacements and meal solutions.
Looking to buy higher-end cheeses that you wont find behind the deli counter?
Keep your eyes peeled for stores that sell cheese ends.
Not close to a gourmet store like that one?
Whole Foods shoppers have a similar option.
For produce, it can be best to focus on fruits and vegetables that keep for a while.
And little by little, grocery stores are making it easier to do.
