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Reusing Glass Jars | Kitchen Economics

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She has always reused food containers, such as glass pickle jars or plastic cool-whip and sherbert containers, so I am not quite sure how or why I got started buying plastic food storage containers. They can be used for storing anything and not just in the kitchen. Do you buy food storage containers or reuse food containers?

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35 Money-Saving Grocery Tips | Kitchen Economics

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A couple of years ago, I coined the term, Kitchen Economics , after I read a dictionary definition of the word "economics" : "the science that deals with the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services, or the material welfare of humankind." Reuse glass jars. Doesn't that sound familiar? Produce Tips.

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How to Make Homemade Chicken Stock on the Stove Top | Kitchen Economics Link-Up

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It cooks overnight and in the morning, your kitchen smells wonderful. JPG"> I reuse 8 or 24 oz glass jars to freeze the stock. 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.

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Eco-Conscious Travel Tips

Shereen Travels Cheap

Well, bamboo forks will never do that, plus, you can wash them and reuse them without worrying about BPA and degradation. They are the ultimate in budget dining, because they are basically a mobile kitchen. Reuse things, save them from having to replace your half-used soap or shampoo. those savings are passed on to you.

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Resolve to Lower Your Grocery Spending

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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. Reusing Glass Jars. 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.

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Going Green at Work

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Purchase energy-efficient machines and appliances – when computers, printers and kitchen appliances need replacing, look for those that are kinder to the environment. Reduce paper use – look at ways to reduce the amount of paper used in the business; recycle waste in an environmentally-friendly manner; reuse waste paper where possible.

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Reduce Your Grocery Spending Without Sacrificing Quality | 31 Days to Find $1000

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Reuse glass jars. 31 Days to Find $1000 Kitchen Economics' Homemade Taco Seasoning. 10 Paper Products to Cross off your grocery list. Stock up and save with pre-holiday grocery sales. Stop wasting food. Shop at bread outlets. Make homemade bread crumbs from bread heels. Homemade window cleaner for just pennies.