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This One Essential Item Will Save You So Much Money With Your Keurig

By Timary Malley at Hamilton College

The word 'Keurig' is often accompanied by the word 'expensive'. The Keurig alone can range anywhere from $80-$220, and then add the cost of K Cups, which range from about $10-$15 a box. While on a college budget, this is definitely something seen as unaffordable. 

A Keurig can be used for much more than just brewing coffee and it is definitely worth the cost because it is so versatile and easy to use. The K Cups on the other hand, get a little annoying because you need to continually purchase them. 

While purchasing my Keurig, my mother stumbled upon a nifty item that would come in handy: a reusable K Cup Filter. Priced as low as $9.35 for a package of THREE, you no longer need to purchase the expensive K Cups. 

What to do

Simply buy the ground coffee you fancy, or if you're into it use the coffee beans that you grind yourself. Add in a scoop of ground coffee to the filter and, just like a K Cup, place it into the Keurig. Then continue as though you would with a K Cup. Now you get to enjoy your cup of joe without worrying about breaking the bank!