The Frugal Girl

MARCH 6, 2024

I let it cool thoroughly, then put it in a plastic bag and stick it in the freezer. If you have a chest freezer or other non-defrosting freezer, homemade bread can stay fresh for several months in its frozen state. In a self-defrosting freezer, though, I’d try to eat it up more quickly than that. Further questions?

Grocery Spending 190

Grocery Spending Groceries Grocery Sewing 190

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 31, 2016

There is one place to look for extra money that maybe you haven’t considered–your groceries. If you don’t know what you spend each month on groceries, I encourage you to keep a tally for a month to give you an idea. It is totally possible to eat your favorite foods within a grocery budget.

Grocery Spending 100

Grocery Spending Groceries Grocery Budgeting 100

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 13, 2016

This is day 13 of 31 Days to Slash your Grocery Spending. Meat is one of the more expensive items on my grocery list, so when I stumble on a great deal or markdown , I stock up. Divide the meat up and store in freezer containers or bags. This gives the ground turkey some extra flavor. Let us know in the comments.

Cooking 100

Cooking Grocery Spending Freezers Bulk 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

It’s those impulsive, last-minute trips that seem to wreak havoc on spending. Personally, I plan a weekly menu that’s centered around what’s already in my pantry and freezer, what’s on sale and my family’s schedule. Utilize the Freezer. Here are my favorite 8 Freezer Meals. Thaw as needed.

Saving Money 130

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 130

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

It’s those impulsive, last minute trips that seem to wreck havoc on spending. Personally, I plan a weekly menu that’s centered around what’s already in my pantry and freezer, what’s on sale, and my family’s schedule. Utilize the Freezer. Here’s my favorite 8 Freezer Meals. Thaw as needed.

Saving Money 113

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 113

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 28, 2013

The goal for this monthly accountability meeting is to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. I''m happy to report that I was able to reduce our grocery spending in August by about $50 and I''ll put that money in our Christmas savings.

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August Club Christmas Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

2 – Reduce your grocery spending without sacrificing quality. Do you know how much you spend on groceries each month? Groceries is the easiest budget category to overspend. It’s also very easy to reduce your grocery spending just by planning your meals. Try freezer cooking.

Emergency Fund 130

Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130