Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 10, 2012

It’s because I hated the Toll House recipe. If you’ve ever eaten homemade cookies before, you’ve probably tasted the Toll House recipe. I’d estimate that it’s the recipe 80% of Americans use, because it’s the one on the back of the Toll House chocolate chip bag. At least, that’s how I felt at first. What are the ingredients?

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 22, 2017

It’s a tight budget and I failed miserably over the summer, but we have lots of financial goals, so I need to get it back in line. Also, read: 30 Taco Tuesday Recipes. I’m always looking for new recipes. 8 Freezer Meal Recipes. Our monthly grocery budget for my family of 4 is $500. Tuesday: Taco Tuesday!!

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OCTOBER 16, 2017

The spreadsheet listed our short-term and long-term account balances, our debts, and our short-term and long-term financial goals. We are working towards some pretty big financial goals and we’ve hit quite a few already. I STILL use our spreadsheet today. I don’t want him to feel that way.

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OCTOBER 20, 2017

It’s a tight budget and I failed miserably recently, but we have lots of financial goals, so I need to get it back in line. Monday : Goulash – This recipe called for 2 cups of dried pasta, but I added more stock and used an entire 16 oz box. I’m always looking for new recipes. 8 Freezer Meal Recipes.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

It’s a tight budget and I failed miserably over the summer, but we have lots of financial goals, so I need to get it back in line. Also, my family has not been wowed by the recipes so far. I created a Pinterest board, Instant Pot Recipes to save ideas, and if you have a favorite IP recipe, send it my way!

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NOVEMBER 11, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. I found this recipe from one of those Facebook videos. Our mission: Live WELL, On LESS Money. What We Ate this Week: Monday: Taco boats. We love Ortega Flat bottom taco shells.

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AUGUST 6, 2022

Our financial goals are still important to us and we want to hit them regardless of the rising prices. My recipe: Fresh Basil Walnut Pesto. We’ve seen higher grocery and fuel bills lately, so we’re upping our frugal game to help the budget. How I frugal-ed in the kitchen: I spend a lot of time in my kitchen.

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OCTOBER 12, 2018

so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. Recipe is on my Dinner This Week Pinterest Board. The recipe is also on my Dinner This Week Pinterest board. Thursday: Chicken & Black Bean Tacos – This is a great freezer recipe and I had it on hand in the freezer. homemade refried beans.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

It’s a tight budget and I failed miserably over the summer, but we have lots of financial goals, so I need to get it back in line. But I am looking for new slow cooker, instant pot, and freezer recipes. I have 8 freezer recipes that we like, but I need to add more so we don’t get bored. 8 Freezer Meal Recipes.

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OCTOBER 28, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. Pesto Ranch Chicken Thighs & drum sticks in the slow cooker , rice, steamed broccoli – simple recipe that I found on Pinterest. Our mission: Live WELL, On LESS Money.

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APRIL 2, 2022

40 Homemade Popsicle Recipes. 20 S’mores Recipes. 25 Burger Recipes. 30 Camping Recipes. 20 Delicious Recipes for your Summer Cookout. They’re all designed to help you save money, pay off debt, and achieve your financial goals, so please take advantage of them. 40 Summer Desserts.

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DECEMBER 2, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. It’s voice activated so when I’m cooking a recipe, I can guide it with voice commands as I go through the steps. Our mission: Live WELL, On LESS Money. Did you shop on Black Friday?

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

It’s a tight budget and I failed miserably over the summer, but we have lots of financial goals, so I need to get it back in line. I’m always looking for new recipes. 8 Freezer Meal Recipes. Our monthly grocery budget for my family of 4 is $500. This Week in the Kitchen. Please share in the comments.

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NOVEMBER 25, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. Got turkey leftovers: 20 Recipes for Turkey Leftovers and if you’re sick of turkey, it freezes really well–how-to details in the post. Our mission: Live WELL, On LESS Money.

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

It’s a tight budget and I failed miserably over the summer, but we have lots of financial goals, so I need to get it back in line. If you have an Instant Pot, please share your favorite recipes in the comments, because I really want to like this thing! I found this recipe on Pinterest. 8 Freezer Meal Recipes.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 29, 2014

I always get excited when I find a creative lentil recipe or even a veg-friendly potpie or quiche. Meat accounts for 10 percent of Americans’ food spending, so making the switch to vegetarianism fit in quite well with my financial goals. A departure from another pasta with red sauce is always welcome.

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JANUARY 8, 2014

My husband and I made some serious financial goals for 2014. To achieve those goals I need to review our spending to see where I can make some cuts. 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.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2013

Your life is your journey; if you have determined your priorities, set your own goals and worked out a plan, then the results are in your hands. Don’t be tempted to give over control of your life to another person; that is a recipe for disaster and unhappiness.

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APRIL 3, 2014

But we have some serious financial goals to hit and the grocery budget is an easy target when it comes to cutting the budget. Homemade Tomato Soup , grilled cheese sandwiches – the recipe is from Mom Advice and it makes a ton of soup–lots of leftovers. I felt like March was somewhat of a success. I even froze some.

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 25, 2013

This secure service doesn’t cost a dime, and it can automatically organize and track your spending, display all of your financial information in one easy-to-read place, and help you stay on track to hit your financial goals. ©2009-13 Saving Cents with Sense ™, a website of Saving Sense Media LLC. All rights reserved.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2019

We made one big financial goal for 2019 and are striving and working hard to make progress. We started the year with a great January and made some progress with our goal, so to continue the momentum, I wanted to double down on our financial goal and be very mindful with our finances. Share in the comments.

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JANUARY 1, 2015

My husband and I make some financial goals at the start of every year. I’ll continue to offer additional money saving tips, ideas, strategies and recipes like I always have, but I have some new themes that I will be starting next week. Lots of possibilities and many opportunities. And 2015 is no different.

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APRIL 1, 2021

Here are my freezer cooking tips and recipes. If you have a big financial goal, think about how much you pay someone to do something that you are capable of doing yourself. Challenge yourself to avoid take out and put any extra money towards your emergency fund. Related Reading: Make meal planning a priority.

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FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Here are my freezer cooking tips and recipes. If you have a big financial goal, think about how much you pay someone to do something that you are capable of doing yourself. Here are a few ideas: Meal Plan. Try freezer cooking. This time-saving technique will save you money and your sanity. 10 – Do It Yourself.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 6, 2017

It’s a tight budget and I failed miserably recently, but we have lots of financial goals, so I need to get it back in line. I’m always looking for new recipes. 8 Freezer Meal Recipes. Grocery spending can get out of hand quickly, so I post our weekly menu to ensure that I am planning it weekly.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

This can ultimately lead to substantial savings that can go toward your financial goal and keep you from being wasteful. It can be anything from kids’ toys to storybooks, recipes, school supplies, kids’ clothes, DIY craft supplies—you name it. With a meal plan, you will only get what you need.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 7, 2015

She shares delicious recipes, money saving tips and frugal living posts at her blog, Stacy Makes Cents. What are your financial goals now? Today’s debt free story is from Stacy. Tell us about you and your family. Where are you from? What do you and your spouse do for a living? What are your hobbies? And deodorant.

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