Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 5, 2013

As a culture, it seems that everything is celebrated with a meal to a restaurant. I’m not arguing that you should never eat out; I love the stress-free, mess-free meals that restaurants provide. Here’s how we are successful in eating in: Meal Plan. I meal plan once per week. So why do we eat out so often?

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Eating Out Restaurant Food and Wine Meals 222

Saving Everyday

JANUARY 1, 2013

Not only will buying frozen veggies save you money because you can use coupons, but they are better for you. I use them at least a few times a week and can make one bag last 2-3 meals. Frozen veggies are perfect for soups, casseroles, and any quickie pasta or rice dish! See the rest of my money saving tips ~.

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Frozen Frugal Buy Buying 63

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

She also roasts the turkey and makes the gravy and the stuffing, but my aunts, uncles, and cousins all bring a dish and/or dessert to round out the meal. Find Out How To Safely Thaw a Frozen Turkey. My mom hosts Thanksgiving. Nobody feels like they did all of the work and we all go home so stuffed and well fed. Let’s Talk Turkey.

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Menu Planning Menu Plans Thanksgiving Recipes 147

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 2, 2011

But that 30 minutes makes my grocery trip go much smoother and with a pre-planned menu, dinner hour is spent preparing the meal, not wondering, “what are we having for dinner?”. Because I menu plan, I pull frozen meat from the freezer the night before my planned meal. Eleven Strategies for Easier Meal Planning: 1.

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Menu Planning Menu Plans Economical Kitchen 138

Couponing 101

MARCH 18, 2019

When I first started grocery shopping, I would buy meat in 1 pound packages because that is generally the amount I would need for our meals that week. Honestly, I just assumed those larger packs were meant for families with lots of kids or the occasional party-sized meal. What are your favorite meats or groceries to buy in bulk?

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Bulk Saving Money Money Buy 85

Saving With Shellie

MARCH 17, 2014

The Disney hit, Frozen comes out tomorrow and if you are planning to get a copy, you don’t want to miss these deals. Frozen Blu-ray Combo Pack - Includes the 2 Disc Blu-ray, DVD + Digital Copy. Available for $19.96 Frozen DVD – Amazon has the lowest price anywhere at $14.96. It’s 50% off!

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Dvd Blu Ray Frozen Rebates 67

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 9, 2015

This is the best time of year to buy a turkey and you can use the meat for future meals. The USDA recommends 1 pound per person for a fresh or frozen turkey. Should I Buy Fresh or Frozen Turkey? If buying frozen, you can buy it weeks ahead of time, but you will need to thaw properly before cooking. How should I thaw it?

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Thanksgiving Leftovers Cooking Re-use 100

Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 5, 2012

I love to cook and often make more elaborate meals on the weekends but during the week forget it! MinuteRice’s newest product, Minute® Steamers (available in the frozen food aisle), are the perfect addition to your family’s dinner table. Tips: · Add 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese. · South-of-the-Border Turkey Dinner. . ·

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Meals Giveaway Fry's Dinner 93

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 25, 2013

The problem with this was that often we ended up spending $50 or more for a meal while on vacation, but we rarely found the meal satisfying. Now we have 3 kids, and eating out for every meal while on vacation is not possible. Plus, we eat healthier than if we were eating out for every meal.).

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Crock Pots and Slow Cookers Travel Food Vacation 176

For the Mommas

SEPTEMBER 10, 2015

Not Your Mommas Frozen Food – Dinner With Barber Foods. Gone are the days where frozen food meant solid blocks of mystery meat in gravy that you ate in front of the TV. Today’s frozen food aisle is definitely Not Your Mommas Frozen Food. Check the quick cooking section for meal inspiration.

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Frozen Food Dinner Food Frozen 40

Couponing 101

APRIL 12, 2012

Here’s what she suggested: “I have been making a lot of homemade frozen foods lately. The filling can also be frozen in an airtight container for approximately 1 month. Do you have a Frugal Tip you’d like to share? Daily Frugal Tip: A Freezer-Friendly Recipe! Bon Appetite!”

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Freezers Frugal Recipes Cooking 83

Saving Everyday

JANUARY 8, 2013

Not only will cooking big meals save time and money, it will also save on your energy bill because you won’t have to use your oven and stove as much! A big pot of soup made with frozen veggies, canned tomatoes, broth and seasoning can cost less than $5.00 Have a frugal tip you’d like to share? and last for days.

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Cooking Frugal Groceries Grocery 49

Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Follow these tips, and you’ll reach your goal in no time! One of my biggest pet peeves is when you read articles like this, and all of the tips are unrealistic. Lean into cheap meals. Avoid meals that require pricier ingredients , and lean into budget-friendly meals. I encourage you to do this.

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Saving Money Budgeting Budget Money 52

For the Mommas

JULY 24, 2016

20 Tips for Frugal Living. Here are 20 Tips for Frugal Living that still allow you to enjoy life. Save money by preparing your own meals. Frozen foods, prepared foods and junk food are not only more expensive than something you cook yourself, but also less healthy. You have more options with a frugal lifestyle.

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Frugal Lives Frugal Living Frugal Magazine and Newspaper Subscriptions 49

Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 9, 2012

My solution is to always have a few go-to meals on hand. I’ll usually serve it with some kind of frozen vegetable (I prefer broccoli with pasta). See the rest of my money saving tips ~. You usually wind up paying WAY too much for what your getting, and a delivery fee to boot. When it’s done, I season it and serve.

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Trader Joes Frugal Uncle Bens Pizza 53

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 12, 2016

The turkey burgers were marked down and the fries were frozen. I like to keep a bag of frozen french fries on hand for quick grill dinners. We’re always looking for new weekly meal plan ideas. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips. 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat. How I Use Pinterest for Meal Planning.

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Leftovers Homemade Kids and Family Budgeting 100

Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 4, 2012

Tip: When shopping, go to the center and get your nonperishable items first, such as canned and dry goods, and then gather your refrigerated, frozen foods and hot deli items last – right before checkout. This will ensure that hot foods stay hot and that frozen items stay cold, even in your vehicle trunk on the way home.

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Food Holiday Leftovers Refrigerators 51

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 18, 2016

And yes, we get bored with frozen vegetables at times, but it’s an easy way to get our vegetables. I often buy the frozen Birds Eye Baby Broccoli Florets. It is usually $2 for a 14 oz bag and I can get 2 meals from the bag. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips. 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat.

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Budgeting Budget Daughter Leftovers 100

Family Balance Sheet

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. I made some rice and steamed some vegetables to add to the meal. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips. 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Freezers 100

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 25, 2016

Sunday: We were exhausted from a busy Friday and Saturday away, so I baked a frozen pizza and had fruit on the side. Pork tenderloin in one of my favorite cuts of meat and my favorite Cook Once, Eat Twice meals. Thursday: I bought a huge 5lb bag of turkey meatballs at BJs last week to have on hand for quick meals.

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Budgeting Budget Freezers Dinner 100

Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

Chances are, you already have more than enough for several meals. Meal planning is not for me. In fact, I recommend food prepping over meal prepping. The more you have ready to go, the quicker and easier it will be to make easy, delicious meals for your family throughout the week. Have a plan. Here’s why.

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Groceries Grocery Food and Drink Saving 52

Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

Chances are, you already have more than enough for several meals. Meal planning is not for me. In fact, I recommend food prepping over meal prepping. The more you have ready to go, the quicker and easier it will be to make easy, delicious meals for your family throughout the week. Have a plan. Here’s why.

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Groceries Grocery Food and Drink Saving 52

Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 6, 2023

It’s a healthy, filling meal that’s easy to make and easy on your wallet! Our meals were simple and predictable , but they were always delicious. Most people think of a pasta salad as a side dish, but this qualifies as a complete meal for me. Pasta salads are great for meal prep! Affordable. Easy to change up.

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Recipes Food and Wine Cooking Re-use 52

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 18, 2015

I roasted it immediately and used the meat of it for this week’s meals. I used the same recipe as my Easy Lasagna Recipe , but added a 10 oz box of thawed frozen chopped spinach and the regular lasagna noodles. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips. 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat. 8 Freezer Meal Recipes.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Lunch 100

For the Mommas

JANUARY 20, 2023

Lasagna rolls are great for portion control, for meal prep and are easily frozen. Lasagna is the quintessential comfort food. Always cheesy, always delicious. Rolled into lasagna roll-ups, it looks elegant. Next time you have a lasagna craving, try these.

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Dinner Entertainment Recipes Meals 52

Coupons Do Work

APRIL 13, 2015

Also you can freeze them (no more buying frozen pancakes! I gave her tips from my website and now she is shopping with coupons and eating healthy ! Quick & Healthy Family Meals cinnamon swirl pancakes recipe' We love a yummy recipe and we will try out new ones when we can ! this is a budget friendly recipe too!).

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Pancakes Recipes Frugal Budgeting 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 4, 2016

I bought a big bag of frozen ravioli. We’re always looking for new weekly meal plan ideas. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips. 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat. How I Use Pinterest for Meal Planning. 8 Freezer Meal Recipes. Did you make a new budget-friendly dish this week that your family enjoyed?

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Friends And Family Sale Homemade Leftovers Kids and Family 100

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 15, 2016

Friday: It’s been a long week, so I’m throwing a frozen pizza in the oven and calling it a day. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips. 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat. How I Use Pinterest for Meal Planning. 8 Freezer Meal Recipes. I’ll serve apple slices too. 10 Paper Products to Avoid.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Kids and Family 100

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 5, 2020

I used the Aldi flyer and put together a meal plan of 7 ALDI grilling ideas. In a few meals, I used the cook once, eat multiple times method. You can use the entire package of meat and just double the recipe (link below) or use the extra 1 lb another meal. You will also use in additional meals. Ingredients Needed: 1.4

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Leftovers Dinner Package Cooking 130

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 29, 2016

It was a cozy meal for a crazy day. Wednesday: This was by far my favorite meal of the week: Roasted Pork Tenderloin , brussel sprouts, and homemade applesauce. pound, but it comes with two tenderloins and for the price I paid above, I got two meals out of it. We’re always looking for new weekly meal plan ideas.

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Leftovers Friends And Family Sale Kids and Family Homemade 100

Saving Everyday

APRIL 12, 2024

The best way to meal prep chicken thighs is in the oven—broiled. Weekly food prep is one of my biggest tips for making quick and easy meals, and the best way to meal prep chicken thighs is in the oven—under the broiler. Meal prep is fine, but I don’t love eating the same thing all week long.

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Meals Ovens Cooking Recipes 52

Coupons Do Work

MARCH 2, 2016

Frozen Food Month : frozen meals and entrees, veggies, side dishes, desserts and juice concentrate. Food Sale Items this month: Frozen Foods. March Madness : soda pop, chips, dips, cheese, crackers, sandwich items, snacks, wings, cut fruit and veggie trays. and more things : Produce in Season this month: Cabbage.

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March Food Clothing and Accessories Buy 100

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 12, 2016

I have caught myself spending way too much time perusing the pins and boards in awe the laundry room as big as my living room and the Frozen birthday party ideas that must have taken 4 months to plan, but for the most part it has been a huge asset in my money-saving tool box. Pinterest is A Gold Mine for Money Saving Grocery Tips.

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Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 100

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 12, 2022

Be sure to check the comments for loads of tips and ideas for these egg & sausage burritos. At breakfast time, place a frozen burrito on a plate and cover with a cloth napkin or paper towel—microwave for 30 seconds. This recipe is featured in 8 Freezer Meal Recipes. This post was originally published in 2013.

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Burritos Freezers Breakfast Recipes 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 20, 2012

Over my many years of environmental and personal finance writing, one of the most common things I get asked for is tips on how to save money on groceries. Let’s take a look at some of the tips I use here at my house. Skip the frozen food aisle altogether and buy real food ingredients to cook yourself. expensive and B.

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Saving Money Money Groceries Grocery 189

Saving Everyday

SEPTEMBER 29, 2014

1/2 Zatarain’s Frozen Entrées Coupon. $1/1 1/2 Marie Callender’s Frozen Meals Coupon. $1/4 2/2 Marie Callender’s Main Dish Meals Coupon. $2/2 2/2 Bertolli Classics Meals for Two Coupon. $2/2 1/2 Marie Callender’s Frozen Meals Coupon. $1/4 Chang’s Home Menu Meals Coupon.

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Kashi Main Dishes Banquet Aveeno 76

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 13, 2015

Read 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat for how I consistently spend less on meat purchases. these 15 tips to save money when eating out. It was still a pricey meal, but we did come home with leftovers. I still made the acorn squash, but heated some frozen ravioli also. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Lunch 100