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Homemade Burrito Bowls

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On crazy busy weeknights, I need a quick & easy, but hearty dinner to satisfy my active family. My new go to meal is Homemade Burrito Bowls. I use rotisserie chicken, Minute® Rice, and all the fixin’s. Everyone creates their own bowl to their liking and no one leaves the table hungry.

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How I’m Managing our Family Budget during the Pandemic

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Like many across the globe, my family’s finances are a bit unstable due to the Coronvius Pandemic. My second prayer is that my family gets through this crisis financially. More family time! My family has eaten together almost every night during this time. Connecting with friends and family near and far.

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Weekly Meal Plan 02.26.16

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Our current monthly grocery budget for my family of 4 is $500. Wednesday: Leftover chicken thighs from Tuesday night and leftover smashed potatoes from Monday night, along with steamed vegetables, and homemade applesauce. Thursday: Turkey & Black Bean Tacos, homemade applesauce. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips.

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8 Freezer Meal Recipes

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Last week, I took on a bold task to create extra meals to store in the freezer. Meal time has become very hectic at our house as my kids have gotten older and I quickly realized that I need to change my meal prep strategy. 8 Freezer Meal Recipes. After the meals bags were filled, I made the turkey burgers.

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30 Free but Thoughtful Christmas Gift Ideas

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Whether you’re trying to save money or just limit the amount of stuff in your life, it doesn’t make it cheap to gift your friends and family ideas from this list. If you have the knack for your DSLR, a photo session would be a perfect idea for new parents, soon-to-be high school or college graduates, or a family portrait.

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Money-Saving, Kid-Friendly Freezer Meals

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Preparing and freezing meals ahead of time can be an easy way to save money and time. However, kids may be more finicky than adult eaters in your family, so it’s important to use recipes the whole family will enjoy. Taco Rice Casserole Freezer Meal via A Taste of Madness. Stuffed Quinoa Peppers via Pinch of Yum.

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Turn 1 Rotisserie Chicken into 3 Easy Meals

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They are extremely convenient, inexpensive and my family thinks they’re delicious. To be honest, my family could eat an entire rotisserie chicken in one sitting, but I usually shred it right away so it lasts longer. And you can make delicious homemade chicken stock from the bones. 8 Meal Ideas for Rotisserie Chicken.

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