Couponing 101

NOVEMBER 28, 2019

According to the Mayo Clinic , leftovers can be kept in the refrigerator for three to four days before the risk of food poisoning rises. That means if you prepared your feast on Wednesday or Thursday, you may be frantically trying to use up your remaining leftovers before they spoil. Leftover Turkey Casserole via Dinner, then Dessert.

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Leftovers Thanksgiving Recipes Wellness 96

The Frugal Girl

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

What We Ate Saturday French toast: an Easy Button dinner. Tuesday Zoe was out with a friend, so I put my PJ pants on, watched a bunch of assigned lab videos, and ate leftover soup for dinner. Wednesday I had lab from 5:30-9:30, so it was Zoe’s turn to eat leftover soup! What did you have for dinner this week?

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Cat Chiquita Leftovers Green And Frugal 211

The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

I spent: $61 at Lidl $30 on a Hungry Harvest box $50 on a dinner out with Zoe So, $141 this week. Monday Something good happened, which I will tell you about later, and Zoe and I celebrated by going to a bubble tea place for dinner. Tuesday We had too many leftovers in the fridge (happens in a jiffy with just two people!)

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Leftovers Burritos Homemade Freezers 130

The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

I felt a little stumped about what to make for dinner, and I stopped at Safeway rather aimlessly, hoping for inspiration to strike. and then I went home and made an alfredo sauce for pasta, with some kale and leftover ham mixed in. Wednesday I had leftover broccoli salad + pasta, and Zoe had tomato soup and a grilled cheese sandwich.

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Leftovers Safeway Club Dinner 130

The Frugal Girl

OCTOBER 6, 2023

What We Ate Saturday Lisey was so exhausted when she got here, she ended up hitting the hay at like 6:30 pm and she didn’t even want dinner. I remember I watched a ton of lab videos that evening, but my dinner has completely fallen out of my brain. Girl dinner? What did you have for dinner this week?

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Leftovers Dinner Chiquita Green And Frugal 197

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 2, 2012

Are you hosting a large gathering for Easter dinner? Here are two yummy recipes to use with the leftover ham from Easter dinner: Ham and Asparagus Frittata. Or are you taking a dish and letting someone else do the hosting? My mom and grandmother always host a large family get-together, but everyone brings a dish.

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Leftovers Easter Dinner Grandmother 100

The Frugal Girl

MARCH 8, 2024

What We Ate Saturday Zoe was at a gathering with a friend, and I made myself some whole-wheat blueberry pancakes for dinner. I continued my little breakfast-for-dinner weekend by making a plate of potato wedges, fried eggs, and sliced avocado with a grapefruit on the side. Zoe got dinner out with a friend while I was gone.

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Dinner Sunshine Leftovers Breakfast 130

The Frugal Girl

AUGUST 25, 2023

Tuesday I sauteed some ham from the freezer, then sauteed some chopped kale, then added in leftover mac and cheese plus some milk and cream. Wednesday I had a nursing orientation event that went into the evening, so I didn’t cook dinner. Friday We have some leftover chicken, so maybe I’ll do something with that for dinner.

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Leftovers Dominos Dinner Freezers 216

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Whether you’re an avid Aldi shopper or new to the store, I’ve pulled together 7 Aldi Dinner Ideas for $70 to make your next meal plan easier. I bought all the main ingredients for these 7 dinners at Aldi and the cost was around $70–AND there were leftovers for additional meals. Aldi Dinner Idea #1.

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The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 26, 2024

Monday I found a small package of ground beef in the freezer along with some homemade burger buns so…we had burgers for dinner, topped with Swiss cheese. Chiquita commandeered the empty pizza box Wednesday Zoe was out with a friend, so I ate the leftover burger from Monday night. What did you have for dinner this week?

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Freezers Dominos Hawaii Chiquita 193

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 12, 2024

Sunday Lisey’s boyfriend’s mom made dinner for us: chicken plus rice and beans. Thursday Leftover tacos. What did you have for dinner this week? Oh, and earlier in the day we got shaved ice, because of course you have to do that in Hawaii. Yep, Lisey got braces here in Hawaii! And afterward we all got froyo together.

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Hawaii Green And Frugal Tacos Pancakes 197

The Frugal Girl

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Sunday Leftover sandwiches; they’re great reheated in the toaster oven on the air-fryer setting. Monday I had a snacky dinner earlier, and then when Zoe came home from her evening shift at work, she had a frozen pizza. Wednesday Leftover chicken quesadillas. What did you have for dinner this week?

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Safeway Toaster Ovens Leftovers Toasters 207

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 5, 2024

What We Ate Saturday Zoe and I met up at Panera after her work shift, got some dinner together, and then went home and watched a movie together. ? Thursday Zoe picked up some fast food for herself after work, and I ate some random stuff from the fridge (leftover pasta and some butternut squash soup , plus a grilled cheese sandwich).

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Grocery Shopping New Year's Groceries Grocery 130

Couponing 101

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

Luckily, your weeknight dinners don’t need to be complicated, time-consuming feasts. These easy tips can help you simplify your weeknight dinners to make them easier and less stressful. Suddenly, it’s time for dinner. Plus, you won’t have to waste any time trying to decide what to have for dinner.

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Dinner Leftovers Meals Re-use 74

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Sunday I had eaten a late lunch so I don’t think I even actually ate an official dinner. And Zoe picked up some dinner on the way home from work. Friday We’ve got leftovers, so that’s probably what we will eat tonight. What did you have for dinner this week? I love blueberry pancakes!

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Fridays Bath and Body Works Thanksgiving Pancakes 206

For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 24, 2018

Leftovers are the best part of Thanksgiving — here are four ideas are worth trying. Download: Turkey Pho-Style Soup This fabulous pizza that relies on the classic leftovers from a traditional Thanksgiving dinner: roast turkey, stuffing, Brussels sprouts and even cranberry sauce. Download: Day-After-Thanksgiving […].

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Leftovers Recipes Thanksgiving Dinner 45

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 22, 2012

Another Thanksgiving has passed and now we're all wondering what to do with all of those turkey leftovers. 5 Recipes with Turkey Leftovers. If you slightly over-dosed on turkey this year and the last thing you want to do is make dinner with the leftovers, simply chop up the cooked turkey and divide into 2-3 cup portions.

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Leftovers Freezers Recipes Thanksgiving 127

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Friday I have an evening lab, but there are leftovers here so that’s probably what Zoe will eat after work. What did you have for dinner this week? It’s wild to look at the blackberry leaves and think that just a few months ago, I was picking berries off of these plants. A simple green salad on the side.

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Green And Frugal Halloween Dinner Leftovers 198

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 29, 2011

I've rounded up a list of fast family dinners to help make your dinner planning a little less stressful. If you have a favorite fast family dinner recipe, please link up in the comments. Here's to a less hectic dinner hour! Chicken Noodle Casserole at Premeditated Leftovers.

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Dinner Family Hamburger Helper Tacos 187

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 24, 2014

I then use the leftovers for my meal planning. Here’s my favorite 20 Leftover Turkey Recipes. What are your favorite Thanksgiving Day & leftover recipes? Every year, I buy a turkey at the rock bottom price and roast it for my little family of 4. It includes one of my most popular and pinned recipes, Turkey Noodle Soup.

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Thanksgiving Dinner Leftovers Menu Planning 124

The Frugal Girl

MARCH 1, 2024

I saw some leftover angel hair pasta in the fridge, so I took that out, added some half and half and some red pesto, plus some asparagus. What did you have for dinner this week? I love homemade croutons; they make a salad 10 times better, at least! And I topped it with some Parmesan. I also made a green salad.

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Menu Planning Menu Plans Green And Frugal Freezers 194

The Frugal Girl

AUGUST 31, 2023

What We Ate Saturday Leftover chipotle chicken on a salad. Sooo, we got burgers from Five Guys for dinner. Friday Zoe will be working and I’m gonna be out to dinner with my two support group besties. What did you have for dinner this week? Seriously, if you have not tried this simple chicken marinade, you should!

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Wellness Toaster Ovens Fry's Bread 213

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 5, 2020

A few details about this list of ALDI Grilling Ideas: ** I planned these dinners around my family of 4, which includes 2 adults, 1 teenager, and 1 tween. Review the ingredient list carefully to determine what you need to buy. ** I made two different salads and used them as sides for several dinners. leftover pineapple from Idea #1.

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The Frugal Girl

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Monday A longggg lecture day for me, and I had leftover chicken. Tuesday I pulled out a frozen pizza and that was our dinner. What did you have for dinner this week? Sunday I pan-sauteed some chicken thighs, shredded them, and we ate the meat on buns, with barbecue sauce. Fruit salad and chips on the side.

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Chiquita Green And Frugal Leftovers Cars 130

Nicoles Nickels

DECEMBER 18, 2012

I used my leftover ham bone with meat still on it from Thanksgiving. This will be perfect with the leftover hambone from your Christmas ham as well! Leftover Ham and Split Pea Soup. I made this soup this weekend and we have been eating it all week for dinner with some crusty bread! Hurst Beans are just $2.99

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Leftovers Giveaway Thanksgiving Petsmart 101

Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 21, 2012

Admittedly, I am a little OCD about it and have been know to eat leftovers for days just so I don’t have to throw them away. It actually doesn’t bother me to eat the same thing for 2-3 days, but I know several people who will not eat leftovers at all. Or, you could always bring what’s left to work.

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Leftovers Frugal Lunch Lunches 53

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 31, 2011

5 Dinner Mom, Erin Chase has put together an ebook, Holiday Entertaining Guide, to help you make your holiday entertaining less stressful and more enjoyable. Will you be entertaining a big crowd for Thanksgiving and/or Christmas? Or maybe a small holiday brunch or cookie exchange? $5 I was able to get a copy of the ebook to review.

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Entertainment Dinner Holiday Mom 127

Shereen Travels Cheap

JANUARY 10, 2024

At the very least, and most of what we do, is to bring back leftovers and eat those instead of going out for another meal. Even doing this once or twice can save a good chunk of money, especially if it's a dinner out you're skipping. Then make your reservations for lunch instead of dinner if you can.

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Dining Food and Drink Travel Vacation 174

Nicoles Nickels

JANUARY 6, 2013

So it’s not surprising that I love to make a ham for a special dinner every now and then! Cook’s proudly offers a variety of full-size hams for gatherings, and our new Everyday Cuts (such as Ham Medallions and Ham Chops) are perfect for weeknight family dinners or a quick and easy meal for just you or the kids.

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Dinner Giveaway Cooking Leftovers 104

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 21, 2020

A frittata is a quick and hearty meal that is a great way to use up any leftovers or food that you already have in your refrigerator or freezer. . It makes a great dinner, breakfast, brunch, lunch, and snack. This is a great way to use up leftovers, such as diced ham, chicken, or sausage. Basic Frittata Recipe.

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Recipes Leftovers Ovens Milk 130

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 31, 2014

It is a good old-fashioned family dinner and my favorite part about roasting a chicken is all of the delicious leftovers. One of my favorite dinners to make with leftover roasted chicken is Chicken & Waffles. Combine any leftover gravy with leftover chopped roasted chicken. Roast a whole chicken.

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Main Dishes Leftovers Dinner Recipes 113

For the Mommas

JANUARY 10, 2023

Quesadillas are also a great way to use up leftovers. Melted cheese in between two slightly crisp tortillas is a simple dinner I’m always happy to make each week. You can put practically anything in a quesadilla, which is why I love Quesadillas. Crispy on the outside and molten inside, what is not to love about that?

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Recipes Making Leftovers Simple 52

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 31, 2013

Thanks to Brittany for this guest post on ways to save on a family dinner. Casseroles are another great way to use leftovers from another meal. From chicken pot pie to green bean casserole and back to Shepard’s pie, casserole dishes make great dinners. Strain the soup, remove the bones and voilà – dinner is served.

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Dinner Simple Family Menu Planning 75

Saving Cents With Sense

NOVEMBER 4, 2014

The holidays just don’t seem complete without a large family dinner, complete with all of your favorite fixings. Take a look below at how to save on your holiday dinner while still enjoying all of the foods you love! Take a look below at how to save on your holiday dinner while still enjoying all of the foods you love!

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Dinner Holiday Leftovers Saving 49

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 8, 2016

This Week’s Dinners: Saturday : I baked a spiral ham that I bought on sale before Christmas. I chopped up the meat that was still on the bone and added it, along with leftover ham from Saturday night’s dinner to the soup. It was a yummy dinner and I had leftovers for the week and the freezer.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Dinner 100

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 6, 2015

This Week’s Dinners: Saturday: We went out for dinner to celebrate my oldest daughter’s tenth birthday. Sunday: Dinner was “clean out the fridge so nothing goes bad” night. We had a Sunday dinner on a Tuesday night. Wednesday: Chicken, Potatoes, and Carrots leftovers from Tuesday night.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Freezers 100

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 15, 2016

This Week’s Dinners: Saturday: I cooked a large spiral ham that I bought during the Pre-Easter sale. We used the ham to make sandwiches a few days this week and I chopped up enough for two more dinners, along with Sunday’s nights soup. I stuck the leftover soup in the freezer. I’ll serve apple slices too.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Kids and Family 100