Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 14, 2012

These frozen veggies will stay good for quite a long time. Blanching is another nifty way to save money on organic vegetables all year-round. For example, instead of buying fresh produce, purchase the frozen, canned, or dried stuff. Just by knowing a couple of great gardeners, I save all kinds of money on fruits and vegetables.

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Organic Organization Budgeting Budget 270

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

Millions of Americans and Canadians are experiencing what the emptiness feels like…the emptiness of their savings accounts, the emptiness of their wallets, and the emptiness of their kitchen cupboards. Can you really save money making your own stuff? Yeah, that will save you some money. Why should you pay an extra $0.50

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Groceries Grocery Bills Used 252

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 5, 2013

Eating out: our worst “frienemy” Saving busy professionals and parents from slaving in the kitchen after a long day at work, and bringing friends together, eating out is a cornerstone of our North American culture. I usually have the stuff for nachos, BLTs, or even just a frozen pizza in the freezer. Bring Snacks.

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Eating Out Restaurant Food and Wine Meals 222

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 28, 2014

Soups can be made and frozen and the carcass can be repurposed to make turkey stock. How to Have a Green Christmas Sustainable Gift Giving this Holiday Season Cheaper, Less Stressful Alternatives to Christmas Gift… Do You Save Wrapping? If you make a big turkey and have leftovers, you can use them for days afterward. Go Green'

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Green Christmas Food Waste Leftovers 167

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 7, 2013

Digging holes in cold, or even frozen ground is not realistic. Spring Cleaning Tasks to Get a Head Start On How to Garden Over Winter: Key Strategies for Success Heat Yourself Not Your Home This Winter Easy Ways to Save Money on Your Air Conditioning and Heating 5 Green Ways to Control the Temperature in Your House. Get Organized'

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Home Home and Garden Garage Cleaning 210

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 21, 2014

Individual mobile phones that can also take pictures, look up information, tell time, perform calculations and much more are undreamt of tools that can help us save lives, save money and stay in touch. If knowledge is power, we all have the opportunity to become powerful. We also have the luxury of having our food prepared for us.

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United States Money Plumbing Mobile Phone 162

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 8, 2011

Save money on food costs. That’s not to say that canned and frozen options should be avoided altogether but there’s no substitute for the fresh variety, especially where taste is concerned. Not only will it save you money on your food costs but it will also be fresher, healthier, free from pesticides and better for the environment.

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Grow Your Own Growing Finance Food 205

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 10, 2011

Not everything lends itself to being frozen so be sure to check whether the packaging states that it’s okay to pop in the freezer. You can save a good chunk of money by buying things in bulk but only when it’s a sensible decision. You can extend the life of your food by freezing it and thawing bits out as and when you need them.

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Food Leftovers Bulk Meals 239

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 25, 2014

Prior to switching to a healthier lifestyle, that grocery store routine included a few habitual grabs like mac n cheese, soda, and frozen toretellinis that weren’t doing much for my healthy living goal. most of the time, I walk out empty handed, which means more money for bigger goals like savings and retirement. Happiness.

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Goals Health and Beauty Personal Finance Instruments 176

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 17, 2012

Since the 2008 recession, many people have rediscovered the savings, joys and health benefits of locally grown food – whether you have a backyard garden, participate in a community garden or shop at the local farmer’s market. You save money on gasoline (assuming fewer trips to the store). Tips on food storage in root cellars.

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Advantage Home and Garden Canning Gardening 210

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 8, 2016

It saves time and money over a tedious refinish job. Fixing a frozen garbage disposal. Frozen pipes swell up and burst and then when the water thaws, leak lots of water. It works best if there isn’t a lot of ‘protective’ coating on the wood but will work even used over lacquer finishes. Dining chairs.

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Work Frugal Cleaning Green And Frugal 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 23, 2013

I already had saved up a box full of wine bottles, in hopes of selling them at my next garage sale, so we didn’t have any cash outlay for those. Since the celebration was a meal at the restaurant in the museum, and since our birthday girl has already seen nine decades we decided on a history theme. How I made centerpieces for $2.70

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Making Paper Wine Friends And Family Sale 187

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 19, 2011

When not saving money, she is usually spending it on food for her two greyhounds and two cats. Letting air get into your package, even after it is frozen, is a sure way to reduce the quality of the food. If food is not frozen quickly enough, or is not frozen completely through, it runs the risk of developing harmful bacteria.

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Saving Money Money Food Waste Freezers 154

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 4, 2011

They may start getting money for birthdays or for doing chores and may learn that they can save it, spend it and give it away. Show them the big truck that pulls up with hamburger buns, frozen fries and etc and talk about where the food comes from. If you save money using passes or coupons or something talk about that.

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Money Parenting Kids and Family Gasoline 187

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 9, 2011

The lady ahead of me in the line at Walmart mentioned that the frozen pretzels she was buying were $3.00 Negotiation saves you money or gets you what you want or need. less over at Hen House and the checkout clerk knocked $3.00 off the price. Garage sales – need I say more? Negotiation is expected. You need to negotiate.

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Haggle Haggling Price Discount 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 9, 2013

This allows us to cash in on the savings without watching our money go in the garbage by food waste. My aunt usually brings the dessert, which is a nice break because not only does it save us money, but it also saves us the time to have to make one. I’m not a huge fan of boxed, canned, or frozen food. Cutting Down.

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Dinner Christmas Food and Wine Bulk 192

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 23, 2014

Many of these items are just as easy to make at home and will save us money. But then I found a recipe for Sweet Cumin taco seasoning , and now I just make a quadruple batch and save it in a jar. Nothing beats the convenience of buying some frozen waffles from the store and putting them in the toaster for breakfast.

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At Home Making Home Food 199

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 4, 2014

A huge advantage to homemade baby food is the cost savings. By making foods at home moms and dads can know what kinds of foods, fresh or frozen, quality, and quantity is in their baby’s menu. Doesn’t it seem only natural that home prepared baby food is the most cost effective? The food is tailored to fit baby’s growing needs.

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Homemade Baby Food Parenting 167

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 12, 2012

When I lived on my own, I developed a few tricks for eating healthy and saving money on food which worked really well. Keep frozen fruit and yogurt on hand for a last-minute smoothie. You can embellish them by adding frozen or fresh veggies, or topping them with green onions, chives, or cilantro, etc. You just have to look.

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Saving Money Money Green And Frugal Lunch 201