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MARCH 16, 2011

Welcome to the Kitchen Economics Link Up ~ Cost Cutting Tips to Help You Save Money in the Kitchen. A few Link Up guidelines: Please link a your cost-cutting kitchen tip. I'm looking forward to reading your tips and saving some money in the kitchen. Do you have any tips for saving money on organic food?

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Economical Saving Money Organic Organization 166

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NOVEMBER 2, 2011

Do you have a kitchen full of ingredients and your not sure how to pull them together to make a meal? I didn't have the exact ingredients in the kitchen, but I was able to adapt the recipe and work with what I did have. Have you ever found yourself with a kitchen full of food, but no idea how to pull it all together?

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Economical Kitchen Meals Dinner 127

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MARCH 23, 2011

Welcome to the Kitchen Economics Link Up ~ Cost Cutting Tips to Help You Save Money in the Kitchen. A few Link Up guidelines: Please link a your cost-cutting kitchen tip. I'm looking forward to reading your tips and saving some money in the kitchen. Let us know in the comments. Thanks for reading.

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Economical Kitchen Paper Groceries 185

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JANUARY 25, 2012

The cabinet next to my stove is very narrow and while it was the best cabinet to keep spices, it was not the most functional. It stored all of my spices, but I couldn't see or find anything. One day while browsing in Target something caught my eye that looked like the answer to my problem. A lazy susan. So I bought two.

Economical 127

Economical Organic Organization Kitchen 127

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OCTOBER 19, 2011

They can be used for storing anything and not just in the kitchen. The glass jars are perfect for storing my homemade sugar-free applesauce , homemade chicken stock , and roasted tomato sauce in the freezer. The jars might not all be the same shape and size, but I'm not shelling out money for containers anymore.

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Reuse Economical Kitchen Freezers 138

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MARCH 2, 2011

My binder is a very important part of my kitchen. Menu planning takes a little time and effort, but the rewards are a reduced grocery bill, no worries at night about 'what's for dinner', and hopefully a less stressed cook in the kitchen. A few Link Up guidelines: Please link a your cost-cutting kitchen tip. Thanks for reading.

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Menu Planning Menu Plans Economical Kitchen 138

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MARCH 9, 2011

Welcome to the Kitchen Economics Link Up ~ Cost Cutting Tips to Help You Save Money in the Kitchen. A few Link Up guidelines: Please link a your cost-cutting kitchen tip. I'm looking forward to reading your tips and saving some money in the kitchen. Let us know in the comments. Thanks for reading.

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Economical Saving Money Kitchen Money 164

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JANUARY 18, 2012

Now I'm going through our kitchen cupboards--all in an attempt to make my life easier. We don't have a pantry closet, so I use several cupboards in my kitchen for food storage and some shelves in my garage for any overflow. What does your kitchen pantry or food storage area look like? Does it need a little attention?

Economical 113

Economical Kitchen Organic Organization 113

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FEBRUARY 8, 2012

The next time you make your menu plan and grocery list, instead of glancing through the sales circulars for ideas, challenge yourself to see what's lurking in your freezer and pantry. While you're at it, make a list of what you have on hand and try to eat through the list.

Freezers 153

Freezers Economical Kitchen Shopping 153

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OCTOBER 26, 2011

Meat and poultry are usually the most expensive items on my grocery list. We eat mostly poultry and I only buy it when it is on sale. I stock up if the price is exceptionally good, like the $1.59/lb lb chicken breasts a few months ago.

Economical 173

Economical Saving Money Kitchen Money 173

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NOVEMBER 16, 2011

This is a big week at the grocery store for holiday staples. Turkey, potatoes, fresh cranberries, sweet potatoes, russet potatoes, canned goods, and everything else you need to make a complete Thanksgiving meal are all on sale. At no other time of the year will you find turkeys at rock bottom prices.

Economical 149

Economical Thanksgiving Kitchen Freezers 149

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FEBRUARY 1, 2012

Roasted chicken in one of my all time favorite meals. And if I'm roasting a chicken then you can be certain that I will also make a batch of homemade chicken stock. I cook with it quite a bit and try to keep it in my freezer at all times.

Freezers 127

Freezers Homemade Economical Kitchen 127

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APRIL 10, 2014

Green Living Kitchen Economics Saving Money - In the Kitchen' In an effort over the years, to save money at the grocery store and reduce our waste, we’ve found reusable alternatives to many paper products, such as paper towels, paper napkins, storage. [[ This is a content summary only.

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Saving Money Money Paper Economical 153

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APRIL 14, 2014

Kitchen Economics Recipes - Main Dish Saving Money - During the Holidays' My mother typically makes the ham and I contribute a side dish or dessert, but I’ll probably take advantage of the low holiday prices and buy a ham for my. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]].

Leftovers 185

Leftovers Recipes Main Dishes Economical 185

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MARCH 17, 2014

This quick kitchen trick will solve that problem for you. Cooking ''How-To'' Series Kitchen Economics' It’s easy to make a substitute without having to purchase a quart of buttermilk, which is the only size I can find in my area. How to Make Buttermilk. Pepper Jack Corn Muffins (my March recipe at The Happy Housewife).

Making 195

Making Economical Kitchen March 195

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OCTOBER 12, 2011

One of my favorite times of year is apple season. Every fall, we head to a local orchard for a fun-filled day. The orchard offers a corn maze, a pumpkin patch, a children's play area with slides, swings, peddle-powered go-carts, and a corn box, and of course, apple picking.

Economical 138

Economical Saving Money Kitchen Money 138

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MAY 5, 2014

Grocery Budget Challenge Kitchen Economics Recipes - Main Dish' I served the pizza with fresh cantaloupe, homemade sugar-free applesauce and baby carrots. It was a delicious, simple, and inexpensive Friday night IN.

Homemade 222

Homemade Pizza Main Dishes Financial Goals 222

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NOVEMBER 17, 2014

After two sessions of freezer cooking, my kitchen was an absolute mess and I didn’t help matters when I decided to head to the apple orchard that same weekend so I could make 12 quarts of homemade sugar-free applesauce for the freezer. Freezer Cooking Kitchen Economics Saving Money - In the Kitchen slow cooker'

Freezers 205

Freezers Meals Recipes Cooking 205

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NOVEMBER 24, 2014

Kitchen Economics Saving Money - During the Holidays' It includes one of my most popular and pinned recipes, Turkey Noodle Soup. What are your favorite Thanksgiving Day & leftover recipes? Please share in the comments.

Thanksgiving 124

Thanksgiving Dinner Leftovers Menu Planning 124

Shereen Travels Cheap

MAY 11, 2024

They are the ultimate in budget dining, because they are basically a mobile kitchen. Walk or take public transportation A big percentage of travelers rely on renting cars or taking cabs when on vacation, but that’s not always economical. Eat at food carts Another way to save on meals is to eat at food carts.

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Travel Recycle Recycled Recycling 229

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JANUARY 9, 2012

I started a new weekly series in 2011 called, Kitchen Economics. Every Wednesday, I post a quick tip to help you save money in the kitchen. It can be intimidating to think about, but your grocery bill is one of the easiest expenses to reduce. Batch Cooking and Freezing: Chicken Breasts for Future Use.

Grocery Spending 159

Grocery Spending Groceries Grocery Menu Planning 159

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JULY 23, 2013

Kitchen Economics Easy Summer Food Recipes - Breads' If you would like to receive FREE updates of FBS, there are four ways to do so: have updates sent to your email , through your RSS Feed. become a fan and ''like'' FBS on Facebook. become a Twitter follower.

Economical 157

Economical Freezers Ovens Baking 157

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APRIL 2, 2014

Grocery Budget Challenge Kitchen Economics Saving Money - In the Kitchen' I have never experienced a problem with marked down meat, but I have been saving 40%-50% off most of the meat that I buy! What about you? Do you buy marked down meat? Let us know in the comments.

Saving Money 133

Saving Money Money Economical Saving 133

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FEBRUARY 25, 2011

Over the weekend, I'll be announcing a new series and link-up that starts next Wednesday, Kitchen Economics ~ Cost Cutting Tips to Save You Money in the Kitchen. There are over 400 blogs and yours truly is in there somewhere. More details to come. Have a great weekend! Thanks for reading.

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Personal Finance Economical Finance Kitchen 127

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JANUARY 20, 2014

Kitchen Economics Recipes - Slow Cooker Saving Money - In the Kitchen beans' When I’m in a pinch, I’ll buy a can, but right now my freezer is stocked with plenty of beans. Do you cook dried beans or buy them canned? What’s your favorite bean recipe? Share it in the comments.

Crock Pots and Slow Cookers 244

Crock Pots and Slow Cookers Cooking Economical Recipes 244

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JANUARY 10, 2014

Grocery Budget Challenge Kitchen Economics Saving Money - In the Kitchen grocery budget' Do you feel like you spend too much on groceries every month? Will you be joining the challenge? Let us know in the comments.

Budgeting 174

Budgeting Budget Groceries Grocery 174

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OCTOBER 14, 2013

31 Days to Find $1000 Kitchen Economics Recipes - Breakfast/Brunch' For more ideas, follow me on Pinterest. I have started a 31 Days to Find $1000 Pinterest board where I’ll be posting ideas all month long.

Breakfast 100

Breakfast Finds At Home Economical 100

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JUNE 7, 2013

Kitchen Economics Summer Fun Guide' If you would like to receive FREE updates of FBS, there are four ways to do so: have updates sent to your email , through your RSS Feed. become a fan and ''like'' FBS on Facebook. become a Twitter follower.

Economical 100

Economical Kitchen Parenting Desserts 100

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MARCH 21, 2014

Kitchen Economics Saving Money - In the Kitchen' Disclosure – This post contains affiliate links that help support this site at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting Family Balance Sheet! You can read the site’s full disclosure here.

Grocery Savings 100

Grocery Savings Groceries Grocery Economical 100

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MAY 27, 2013

Kitchen Economics Recipes - Snacks' If you would like to receive FREE updates of FBS, there are four ways to do so: have updates sent to your email , through your RSS Feed. become a fan and ''like'' FBS on Facebook. become a Twitter follower.

Recipes 100

Recipes Economical Cooking Snacks 100

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JANUARY 8, 2014

When your kitchen is organized, you avoid buying duplicates and it is easier to cross reference what is on sale, the ingredients needed for recipes, and what you have on hand. Kitchen Economics Saving Money - In the Kitchen' Keep your pantry, freezer and refrigerator organized. Do you plan your meals?

Meals 186

Meals Simple Menu Planning Menu Plans 186

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AUGUST 28, 2013

It pays to take an inventory of what is already in your kitchen before you make a grocery list. Christmas Savings Club Kitchen Economics Saving Money - During the Holidays' My goal during the pantry challenge was to shop our freezer and pantry to put together my weekly menus instead of only using the Sunday sales flyers.

August 100

August Club Christmas Goals 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

Purchase energy-efficient machines and appliances – when computers, printers and kitchen appliances need replacing, look for those that are kinder to the environment. ” The 2005 World Summit noted that sustainability in business needed to address a balance between the three pillars of sustainability, economic, social and environmental.

Green 173

Green Work Economical Consumer 173

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

Another fairly recent staple in our kitchen is lacto fermented carrots. as well their health enhancing potential is legendary as is the economical and time - saving benefits of developing the habit. One time, Mike found a rare sale where its cost was two dollars per bottle. I now refill them regularly with my own home brew.

Kitchen 40

Kitchen Food and Drink Mother's Father 40

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MARCH 16, 2015

I filled my kitchen sink with equal parts water and white vinegar and soaked the pan for 30 minutes. My husband was not too happy with the smell of the kitchen. Homekeeping Kitchen Economics' But because they were my grandmother’s skillets I do want to use them. Baking Crisco doesn’t smell very pleasant.

Irons 100

Irons Crisco Ovens Grandmother 100

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JANUARY 9, 2024

The Economic Implications of Renovating a Home Renovating a home is a strategic financial decision with potential high returns. Renovations like kitchen updates or adding an extra bathroom often increase resale values, making them attractive to future buyers. This article delves into understanding the deep impact of home renovations.

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Renovation Home Psychology Lighting 52

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OCTOBER 14, 2013

31 Days to Find $1000 Kitchen Economics' For more ideas, follow me on Pinterest. I have started a 31 Days to Find $1000 Pinterest board where I’ll be posting ideas all month long.

Grocery Spending 113

Grocery Spending Groceries Grocery Finds 113