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JANUARY 8, 2014

When I do plan our meals, I pull frozen meat from the freezer the night before my planned meal and I’m not stressed over the inevitable question around 4 o’clock in the afternoon, “mommy, what’s for dinner?” 11 Simple Tips for Easier Meal Planning: 1. Keep your pantry, freezer and refrigerator organized.

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Meals Simple Menu Planning Menu Plans 186

For the Mommas

JULY 2, 2011

Strawberry Freezer Jam. Sarah at Give Me Neither shows you step by step instructions on how to make this Strawberry Freezer Jam. Sarah at Give Me Neither shows you step by step instructions on how to make this Strawberry Freezer Jam. If you had a chance to pick fresh strawberries, they make fantastic jam.

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Freezers Simple Recipes Homemade 72

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AUGUST 20, 2022

I still use this simple tool for meal planning! I’ve tried countless other options, but I always go back to basics, and this one simple tool has helped me save hundreds over the years. This simple spiral notebook is what I use to plan our meals and my shopping list. 4 Simple Grocery Apps that Earn You Cash Back.

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Tools Groceries Grocery Saving Money 130

For the Mommas

AUGUST 17, 2018

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Freezers Refrigerators Storage Simple 40

Couponing 101

APRIL 12, 2012

When we were talking about freezer cooking last week, Angie sent in a great frugal freezer cooking recipe! This one is so simple, great for many different dishes, and it is SOOO delicious! ” What kinds of freezer-friendly recipes do you have that help save time and money? Daily Frugal Tip: A Freezer-Friendly Recipe!

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Freezers Frugal Recipes Cooking 83

Couponing 101

APRIL 15, 2019

Making jam really is as simple as reading the directions on the package of pectin. 77/lb so I bought enough for jam and filling the freezer. Other posts in this series: Simple Guide to Canning and Making Homemade Jelly – Part 1: Introduction to Canning. The following is a guest post by Raising A Family On A Budget.

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Canning Simple Homemade Recipes 81

Saving In Akron

SEPTEMBER 2, 2011

Well, they can always get chopped up and go it the freezer bag for smoothies (me and my freezer bags, i know!). So we love fruit in our house and inevitably, there are always a few bruised apples in the fruit drawer and a some browning bananas on the counter. What do you do with yours?

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Recipes Simple Martha Stewart Freezers 124

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MAY 1, 2020

I also put quite a bit in the freezer for later use and made ham stock from the bone for homemade ham and bean soup. I cleaned and chopped up the parsley to store in the freezer for soups and casseroles. One Pan Dinners are so simple and I threw this together impulsively with food in my fridge and freezer.

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2020 Frugal April Green And Frugal 182

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FEBRUARY 13, 2014

Last week, we cleaned and organized our pantry and food cupboards and this week, we’re going to focus on our refrigerator and freezer. 5 Simple Steps to Clean and Organize Your Refrigerator and Freezer. 5 Simple Steps to Clean and Organize Your Refrigerator and Freezer. Discard outdated food.

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Refrigerators Cleaning Menu Planning Menu Plans 181

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

I either put the extra batch in the freezer or my kids ate it for Dinner #1. 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. Monday: Turkey Veggie Sloppy Joes – made a double batch to put in the freezer.

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Budgeting Budget Freezers Kids and Family 100

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OCTOBER 6, 2017

This Week in the Kitchen: Every week, I’m trying to double at least ONE meal to put in the freezer, but after last week’s marathon freezer cooking session s, I laid low this week. Chicken Orzo Soup: I used some cooked chicken and homemade chicken stock from last week’s freezer cooking session. french fries.

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Budgeting Budget Financial Goals Freezers 100

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MARCH 11, 2016

I had the meatloaf in the freezer from a few weeks ago. I found this recipe as I was flipping through a magazine and I had some sausage in the freezer. These posts will help: 4 Simple Grocery Apps that Earn You Cash Back. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips. My #1 Simple Tool that Saves Me Hundreds. It was tasty.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Freezers 100

For the Mommas

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

Download: The Vegetarian Freezer Meals Cookbook by Lucy Zane. Radiance shows you how to experience the Divine in the world in simple ways by being very present. Download: The Heart of Abundance: A Simple Guide to Appreciating and Enjoying Life by Candy Paull. It just seems like a difficult task for the average person.

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Freezers Meals Fry's Free Stuff 51

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2017

To make dinner hour easier, I’m trying to make a double or triple batch of at least one dinner each week to keep in the freezer. I served it one night for dinner and filled two Glad freezer containers with the rest. 4 Simple Grocery Apps that Earn You Cash Back. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips. 8 Freezer Meal Recipes.

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Budgeting Budget Financial Goals Tacos 100

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JANUARY 15, 2016

I had leftover rotisserie chicken in the freezer and I used my homemade chicken stock. Friday: I’m going to throw some sausages on the grill and serve with freezer fries, and a steamed vegetable. These posts will help: 4 Simple Grocery Apps that Earn You Cash Back. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips.

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Budgeting Budget Friends And Family Sale Leftovers 100

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NOVEMBER 6, 2015

Monday: Hectic night, so I pulled frozen meatballs and french fries out of the freezer and made Meatball Sandwiches, French Fries, and Steamed Veggies for dinner. On crazy nights it’s nice to have this stuff in the freezer. These posts will help: 4 Simple Grocery Apps that Earn You Cash Back. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Freezers 100

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DECEMBER 11, 2015

We’ll eat some for sandwiches this week, but I’ll put the rest in the freezer along with the stock that I made from the bones. I’ll store in the freezer until I need it. These posts will help: 4 Simple Grocery Apps that Earn You Cash Back. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips. 8 Freezer Meal Recipes.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Costco 100

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OCTOBER 20, 2017

This Week in the Kitchen: In an effort to save time and money, I’m trying to add either meals or ingredients to my freezer each week. I put the rest in the freezer for later use in soups, enchiladas, and/or quesadillas. 4 Simple Grocery Apps that Earn You Cash Back. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Daughter 100

For the Mommas

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Save Money and seal freshness in: Meat preserved with the FoodSaver system in the freezer can last up to 3 years and still taste fresh, flavorful, and freezer burn free; Prep ahead meals, leftovers, and produce stored in the fridge will stay fresh up to weeks later instead of spoiling in days.

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Foodsaver Vacuums Machines Amazon 59

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 20, 2015

A neighbor gave me several green peppers back in September, so I chopped them all up and put them in a freezer bag. These posts will help: 4 Simple Grocery Apps that Earn You Cash Back. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips. My #1 Simple Tool that Saves Me Hundreds. 8 Freezer Meal Recipes. Want to lower your grocery bill?

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Freezers 100

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

I am working to stock up my freezer with extra meals or meal components to make my week night dinner rush easier. I was exhausted when I hit my pillow that night, but I had a freezer stocked with cooked shredded chicken, chicken stock, enchilada sauce, about 9 quarts of applesauce. 4 Simple Grocery Apps that Earn You Cash Back.

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Budgeting Budget Homemade Financial Goals 100

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APRIL 22, 2016

I buy 5 lb bags of turkey meatballs at BJ’s to keep in the freezer for an easy dinner on crazy weeknights. 4 Simple Grocery Apps that Earn You Cash Back. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips. My #1 Simple Tool that Saves Me Hundreds. 8 Freezer Meal Recipes. Tuesday: Chicken tenders , roasted asparagus, cantaloupe.

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Budgeting Budget Kids and Family Freezers 100

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JANUARY 22, 2016

It’s always a major project, but I’m so grateful afterwards to have a stocked freezer. I used grape tomatoes that were in the freezer from my garden. These posts will help: 4 Simple Grocery Apps that Earn You Cash Back. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips. My #1 Simple Tool that Saves Me Hundreds.

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Budgeting Budget Homemade Freezers 100

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APRIL 15, 2016

I stuck the leftover soup in the freezer. My family enjoyed it and it was pretty simple to make. 4 Simple Grocery Apps that Earn You Cash Back. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips. My #1 Simple Tool that Saves Me Hundreds. 8 Freezer Meal Recipes. I let it simmer all afternoon. It was delicious.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Kids and Family 100

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MAY 5, 2014

I challenged myself to a pantry/freezer challenge in the month of May and after inventorying what I had on hand, I found some turkey pepperoni in my freezer, and a half jar of marinara sauce and a packet of yeast in the refrigerator. It was a delicious, simple, and inexpensive Friday night IN. Sounds like a pizza to me.

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Homemade Pizza Main Dishes Financial Goals 222

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MARCH 13, 2015

Sunday: Freezer leftovers. I’ve become more diligent about putting uneaten leftovers in the freezer. I used cooked chicken that I had in the freezer. I buy a big bag of turkey meatballs at BJ’s warehouse to keep in the freezer for a quick dinner. These posts will help: 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Freezers 100

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 31, 2013

Depending on the size of your family and what people eat, you can divide packaged products (like chicken or ground meat) into portions and put them in freezer bags. The post Simple Ways to Save on Family Dinner appeared first on Saving Cents With Sense. This may sound counterintuitive, but you actually save money when you buy in bulk.

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Dinner Simple Family Menu Planning 75

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OCTOBER 12, 2018

my private Facebook group, we are challenging ourselves to plan our meals around what we already have in the pantry and/or freezer. I still shopped this week, but I did use up some things that have been in the freezer for some time. Tuesday: Sausage, Broccoli, and Rice Skillet Dinner, using sausage from the freezer.

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Frugal Freezers Friends And Family Sale Financial Goals 100

For the Mommas

APRIL 8, 2020

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Ice Cream Makers Frozen Yogurt Ice Cream Frozen 59

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MARCH 25, 2016

Friday: I have some ham hocks in the freezer, so I’m going to make Ham & Bean Soup. 4 Simple Grocery Apps that Earn You Cash Back. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips. My #1 Simple Tool that Saves Me Hundreds. 8 Freezer Meal Recipes. I also served french fries and roasted asparagus. 10 Paper Products to Avoid.

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Budgeting Budget Freezers Dinner 100

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AUGUST 28, 2015

Monday: We ate chicken and black bean enchiladas that I had in the freezer. I really need to do more freezer cooking now that school is back in session. I used leftover roasted chicken that I had in the freezer. I store them in the freezer and heat up in the microwave. These posts will help: 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips.

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Burritos Freezers Leftovers Breakfast 100

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FEBRUARY 19, 2016

Thursday: It was a beautiful sunny day, so I grilled some burgers that were in my freezer and made oven fries and steamed veggie as sides. Friday: I found a bag of potstickers from BJ’s in the back of my freezer, so I’m going to use them in a soup. These posts will help: 4 Simple Grocery Apps that Earn You Cash Back.

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Budgeting Budget Kids and Family Homemade 100

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JANUARY 8, 2016

It was a yummy dinner and I had leftovers for the week and the freezer. Very simple dinner that I serve with fresh fruit and a salad. These posts will help: 4 Simple Grocery Apps that Earn You Cash Back. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips. My #1 Simple Tool that Saves Me Hundreds. 8 Freezer Meal Recipes.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Dinner 100

Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 2, 2013

Many times I’m looking endlessly through the freezer or picking at leftovers. Just keep Michelina’s Fettuccine Alfredo in your freezer, and then add whatever veggies and protein you have to have an instant filling meal. I try to make great lunches for my kids each day and I even make sure that my hubby has plenty of good stufff.

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Lunch Lunches Simple Freezers 56

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FEBRUARY 12, 2016

I still had chopped cooked turkey and homemade stock leftovers in the freezer from Thanksgiving. These posts will help: 4 Simple Grocery Apps that Earn You Cash Back. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips. My #1 Simple Tool that Saves Me Hundreds. 8 Freezer Meal Recipes. Bake at 350 until the cheese is melted.

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Leftovers Homemade Kids and Family Budgeting 100

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JANUARY 29, 2016

I had a ham hock in the freezer and I don’t always have time for this soup, but as you can see below we weren’t going anywhere. Last week, I found them in the freezer section and I believe the price was better. These posts will help: 4 Simple Grocery Apps that Earn You Cash Back. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips.

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Leftovers Friends And Family Sale Kids and Family Homemade 100

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APRIL 10, 2015

This Week’s Dinners: Saturday: Red Pepper & Feta Turkey Burgers , leftover chicken chili (that was in the freezer), homemade sugar-free applesauce. I baked the ham on Monday night and served it with Hasselback potatoes and summer corn (from the freezer). These posts will help: 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Freezers 100