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How We Frugal-ed in June 2022

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Fast forward to early March 2020…pre-shutdown…my refrigerator was leaking and the freezer lights stopped working. The funny thing is that my fridge stopped leaking, and the freezer lights not working didn’t bother me. No thank you! Six lights = $480–also, no, thank you! Yes, please!

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Sauteed Boneless Taco Pork Chops

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There''s no reason why you can''t use bone-in pork chops; I just happened to have boneless in my freezer.). Thanks for reading. Recipes - Main Dish' These Sautéed Boneless Taco Pork Chop take about 20 minutes to prepare from start to finish. They make a delicious and quick dinner on those crazy busy weeknights.

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Holiday Planning Helpers

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Plus there are 30 simple recipes , from side dish to main dish, dessert to appetizer, that will not disappoint your guests. The book sells for $3.99, but right now, if you use code THANKS at checkout, you can get it for just $1.99 ! And how to turn your leftovers into more amazing meals the next day. The onions can.

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Slow Cooker Asian Orange Chicken Thighs and Drumsticks

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I had some chicken thighs and drumsticks in the freezer that needed to be used up, so I dusted off my slow cooker and we had one delicious dinner. Thanks for reading. I don't use my slow cooker as much as I should. It is definitely an under-used appliance in my kitchen. Pour orange mixture over chicken.

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Chicken, Pinto Beans & Rice Casserole

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Chicken, Pinto Beans & Rice Casserole is a hearty and versatile dish. Cooked pinto beans were in my freezer, so that is what I grabbed. Thanks for reading. If you don't have pinto beans, replace them with another bean, such as red or white or black or chick peas. Chicken, Pinto Beans & Rice Casserole.

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Whole Chicken in a Crock Pot

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But that whole chicken in my freezer needed to be used, so instead of the oven, I reached for my crock pot. Pour into freezer containers to keep in the freezer. Thanks for reading. Life has become very hectic lately and I found myself in search of less time consuming recipes. What are your favorite spices for chicken?

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Fresh Basil Walnut Pesto

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If you want to freeze the pesto for future use, omit the cheese and place in freezer container. Thanks for reading. When ready to use, thaw the pesto and mix cheese in to the pesto. Print recipe for Basil Walnut Pesto. Have you made anything from your herb garden yet this year? Let us know in the comments.

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