The Frugal Girl

MARCH 4, 2024

We consider her our “bonus kid” and our family is extremely close. I still remember saving my change as a kid so I could “shop” for books at yard sales.) Tell us a little about yourself Hello, everyone! I’m Mary, and it’s a pleasure to participate in Kristen’s Meet a Reader series. Our son is 29 and biological.

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Saving Everyday

MAY 24, 2024

What Are Chickpeas Chickpeas, or garbanzo beans, are part of the plant family of legumes called Fabaceae. This simple chickpea salad recipe is full of flavor and textures, super filling, and can be made in about 15 minutes. It’s light, refreshing, and hits the spot on a hot summer day! Protein and fiber both help with weight control.

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Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 1, 2023

White rice and eggs is one of my go-to dishes when I don’t feel like cooking but still want something that feels like comfort food. White rice and eggs is one of my go-to dishes when I don’t feel like cooking but still want something that feels like comfort food. The garnishes are optional but highly recommended!

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

3 – Cook/Eat from the pantry and freezer. Supplement with stuff that’s on sale at the grocery store. Supplement with stuff that’s on sale at the grocery store. How are you doing with the financial goals you made for 2023? So I am declaring a Frugal February. I’m a big fan of Zero Based Budgeting.

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February Frugal Financial Goals Goals 130

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 4, 2016

Currently our monthly budget for my family of 4 is $500. This Week’s Dinners: Saturday: We went out to dinner with friends. I bought another type of white fish that was on sale, but I don’t remember what kind. Friday: We’re going out to dinner with some friends to a local favorite diner.

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Friends And Family Sale Homemade Leftovers Kids and Family 100

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 1, 2015

Currently our monthly budget is $500 for my family of 4. This week, I made one of my favorite Cook Once, Eat Twice meals: Roasted Pork Tenderloin. It’s a little more expensive per pound, but we’re getting bored with chicken and it was on sale this week. Did you try a new dish this week that your family enjoyed?

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Teresa's Deals

SEPTEMBER 12, 2015

Build A Menu will plan a variety of meals taking advantage of store sales , making it quick and easy for you to choose what your family will enjoy that week, and prepare an itemized grocery shopping list organized by category ready for you to print and use. Cooking with Kids. This sale runs from Sept 11th – 21st.

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Meals Budget Budgeting Friends And Family Sale 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 28, 2014

Here are some simple things our family does to be more environmentally friendly and to save money: 1. Instead of having oodles of clothes, our family is minimizing our wardrobes. My husband and I cook a lot and often have leftovers. So often, being environmentally friendly and saving money go hand in hand. Hang clothes to dry.

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Saving Money Simple Money Friends And Family Sale 191

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 29, 2024

We use the eggs, harvest meat & if I can’t get out to hunt venison we’ve had friends give us meat. I was born frugal, into a super frugal family. We’re meeting an Arkansas reader today and initially, I thought she was the first one! Here’s Jennifer. ? Since summer ’09, right after I had my first kid.

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Couponing 101

APRIL 9, 2019

The following is a guest post by Raising A Family On A Budget. Over the course of this series on canning, you will gather the knowledge and know how to successfully, and safely make your own canned goods to share with family and friends. Stephanie Huston is the mom behind Raising A Family On A Budget. Do you love kiwi?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

Look at applying these strategies in your home; you will probably find that you can influence your immediate circle of friends and relatives and possibly your local community. Consider the household products you buy – reduce the toxic chemicals in your home and improve the health of your family and the planet.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

If you are struggling with the rising grocery prices or maybe you need to make room for your family’s growing appetites, take a look at the following list and see what changes you can make to cut your grocery bill…and still eat really well! Everyone is trying to figure out how to save money on groceries!

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Saving Money Grocery Groceries Money 130

Couponing 101

OCTOBER 2, 2012

My friend Mandi, over at Life Your Way , is putting on a Benefit eBook Sale right now. A friend of hers named Jenny tragically and suddenly lost her husband a few weeks ago. Mandi has put together this great Benefit eBook Sale , and 100% of the sales will be donated to this sweet family.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 26, 2014

I was surprised to learn that many families use these at every meal rather than real plates so they have fewer dishes to do. You can often by these cheap at garage sales. To get around this, I’ve started putting my bacon on a rack to drip after it’s cooked, and I bought a reusable spray bottle to put my oil in.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Buy dried milk to use in cooking – especially if you aren’t a regular milk drinker. There have been countless times I have seen nearly new, decorator pieces being sold for pennies on the dollar at garage sales because the homeowner decided to re-decorate. I grew up with this, in theory and in practice. Buy good clothing, used.

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Making Do Making Green And Frugal Friends And Family Sale 219

Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

It feels too restrictive and takes away from the joy of cooking. Some days, I just want to cook what I want to cook, you feel me? After looking at what I have on hand and what’s on sale, I come up with a few ideas for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Batch cook. The list is long, but don’t be overwhelmed.

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Grocery Groceries Food and Drink Saving 52

Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

It feels too restrictive and takes away from the joy of cooking. Some days, I just want to cook what I want to cook, you feel me? After looking at what I have on hand and what’s on sale, I come up with a few ideas for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Batch cook. The list is long, but don’t be overwhelmed.

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Grocery Groceries Food and Drink Saving 52

Saving With Shellie

JUNE 20, 2018

Ultra is the latest addition to the Instant Pot family. Simple twist-and-click programming allows for easy access to preset cooking programs and provides ultimate user customization. 16 microprocessor controlled programs take the guess-work out of your cooking. Up to 70% quicker. appeared first on Saving with Shellie™.

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Saving With Shellie

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

Right now, BestBuy.com has this Chefman – 3 Liter Deep Fryer on sale for only $39.99 (reg $90)! The Chefman Jumbo Size Stainless Steel Dual Deep Fryer gives you the ability to make multiple fried dishes at once for the whole family. This is perfect for backyard barbecues and having friends over! Grab yours today!

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Deep Fryers Fryers Friends And Family Sale Backyard 40

Saving With Shellie

MAY 1, 2018

Ultra is the latest addition to the Instant Pot family. Simple twist-and-click programming allows for easy access to preset cooking programs and provides ultimate user customization. 16 microprocessor controlled programs take the guess-work out of your cooking. Up to 70% quicker. appeared first on Saving with Shellie™.

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Friends And Family Sale Cooking Sears Appliances 45

For the Mommas

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

Better Homes & Gardens magazine is designed for people interested in turning home, cooking, and gardening inspiration into action. It is focused on decorating, building and remodeling, crafts, entertaining, cooking, healthy living, and gardening. It also has extensive information specifically for women and families.

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Gardening Garden Magazines Home 63

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 23, 2015

Doesn’t a break from your daily schedule to get away and spend quality time with your family sound amazing? Every summer we take a week to focus on our girls, fitness, good food and spending time with our extended family that we vacation with. A friend makes extra money teaching piano. Is the cost holding you back?

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

A few details about this list of Aldi Dinner Ideas: ** I planned these dinners around my family of 4, which includes 2 adults, 1 teenager, and 1 tween. In a few meals, I used the cook once, eat multiple times method. I didn’t list a price for pantry staples, such as seasonings, cooking oils, butter. Nice work, Aldi!

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 17, 2018

Here’s a peek at what’s going on with me, my family, and our life. One thing that I didn’t want to do much of on our date week was COOK, but I didn’t want blow our budget. In fact, my husband said to me on Saturday morning as we headed out the door for a morning of yard saling, “I had a really good week!”

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Home and Garden Financial Goals Friends And Family Sale Gardening 100

Couponing 101

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

But you don’t need to break the bank to give your friends and loved ones amazing gifts! Shopping sales is one of the most obvious (and fun) ways to save money. Many of the most popular holiday gift items go on sale, so you might be able to avoid paying full price. Stack Savings. Shop Last Minute. Save Your Receipts.

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Saving Money Money Holiday Gifts 64

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 30, 2014

The recipe really is simple, and I like that I can save on the ingredients by shopping sales this time of year and/or using coupons. Give it as a gift to friends, neighbors, teachers or family – and don’t forget to make enough for you to enjoy it, too. Once it comes to a boil cook for 2 minutes. Set aside to make sauce.

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Chex Mix Valentines Day Friends And Family Sale Hawaii 112

For the Mommas

OCTOBER 4, 2014

Here is the perfect gift for friends and family members, who love reading magazines. Here are all the magazines included in this sale: Auto Category. Cooking Category. Family Category. Hot Deals Online Sales' Right now, you can get 5 magazine subscriptions for just $20 !! Motor Trend. Automobile. Instructor.

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Los Angeles Magazines Friends And Family Sale Journal 58

For the Mommas

JUNE 15, 2019

Secura Electric Hot Air Fryer Extra Large Capacity Air Fryer is on sale for $79.99 (Reg $160) at Amazon. Features: HEALTHY & FLAVORFUL COOKING FOR YOUR ENTIRE FAMILY – 1700W Power Air Fryer basket holds up to 5.3 Secura Electric Hot Air Fryer Extra Large Capacity Air Fryer ONLY $72 (Reg $160).

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Fryers Friends And Family Sale Fry's Recipes 45

For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 15, 2014

JC Penney has this Bella Triple Slow Cooker on sale for $39.99. This colorful unit lets you cook, warm and serve meals buffet-style without ever taking them out of their stoneware pots. It’s great for entertaining with friends or the extended family. 101 Deals of Christmas Hot Deals Online Sales'

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JC Penneys Rebates Friends And Family Sale Mail In Rebate 45

Couponing 101

DECEMBER 5, 2012

Dayspring is having a Flash Sale today on their beautiful Redeemed Share The Joy Fabric Apron ! “This apron will enliven your Christmas holiday cooking with an inspiring message and a blush of Christmas colors! Dayspring Flash Sale: Redeemed Share The Joy Fabric Apron for $14.99 (Reg. $30) Get it for just $14.99 (reg. $30)!

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Flashes Friends And Family Sale Grandmother Sale 79

Couponing 101

DECEMBER 16, 2013

Right now Amazon has these 12 Brightly Colored Silicone Cupcake Liners on sale for only $6.99 (reg. Our BPA-Free, Nontoxic, Naturally Nonstick, Food Grade Silicone is Healthier for Your Family, and there is no need to grease your muffin tin or cupcake cups with butter or oil! Shipping is free with Amazon Prime or any order over $35.

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Cupcakes Friends And Family Sale Amazon Freezers 69

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

If you need to find some wiggle room in your budget, or combat the rising grocery prices, or maybe make room for your family’s growing appetites, take a look at the following list and see what changes you can make to reduce what you’re spending on groceries…and still eat really well! How to Save Money on Groceries.

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Saving Money Grocery Groceries Money 113

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 8, 2015

Currently our monthly budget is $500 for my family of 4. I bought a huge watermelon that was on sale and we had it several nights as a side dish. while I went on a girls weekend away with some college friends. Tip #2: I used chopped up ham that I had in the freezer from the Easter ham sales.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 5, 2015

Currently our monthly budget is $500 for my family of 4. There is a fee, but many of my friends have been raving about the convenience of groceries being delivered right to your door step. I haven’t gotten into to fire pit cooking yet. Every Friday, I share what we ate for the week on our budget.

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Coupons Do Work

FEBRUARY 5, 2017

Family Pack, Previously Frozen. Family Pack, Previously Frozen. B1G1 Sale Prices Based on Purchasing a Single Item. Excludes: Grass Fed, Organic or Cooked. Excludes: Grass Fed, Organic or Cooked. USA, Excludes: Grass Fed, Organic or Cooked. - $0.25/1 Looking for the best meat deals ? Be sure to check back!

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Saving Everyday

JUNE 1, 2023

Grocery stores cater to families, so most products come in packages large enough to feed 2 to 4 people, making things even more difficult. Shop sales. Shopping weekly sales is the easiest way to save money on groceries ! Combine what’s on sale with what you already have to save money and prevent waste!

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Grocery Shopping Grocery Groceries Shopping 52

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

If you are self-employed, work for a company or in an industry that is unstable, or maybe you or someone in your family has medical issues, you might want to save 6-12 months of expenses. He took the truck to our mechanic because a light came on on the dashboard. But the truth is, we have the money. 1 – Determine how much you need.

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