grocery prices were going up. a gallon of milk was $1.99, now it s $2.79, that s a lot of money. reporter: this is what they buy every week. if you want to get any of these for $1.79, you can pick five boxes worth. we re not buying healthy stuff because prices have gone way up. i feel guilty because we can t afford the really good things that would be healthier also. p.f. chang s is like the el elite. elite in price or taste? both. where are the family-sized meals? th reporter: the statlers keep a close eye on their budget and they shop deals. 24 ounces, get that one. reporter: she lovlz a coupon. but these days the family grocery list and the money they carefully plan to spend