The Frugal Girl

OCTOBER 17, 2023

My gas tank was pretty low, so I got to take full advantage of this sub-$3 price. Just use code 97N2J when you make your account. We ate it for dinner last night with sweet potato fries, and tonight I will make a small batch of chicken and biscuits with the leftover meat. I used Upside to get gas for $2.99/gallon

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MARCH 15, 2019

If you have any leftovers you might be wondering what you are going to do with them. If you don’t, this recipe is so simple and versatile that you can probably make it work with whatever you do have in your kitchen! Ingredients: 1 to 1 1/2 cups leftover diced corned beef. 2 cups leftover diced potatoes. 1 cup milk.

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Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 1, 2023

It’s an excellent use for leftover rice and a great opportunity to use up leftovers. While it’s simple and perfect as it’s shown , I often add leftover veggies and protein to buk it up. Rice – This is an excellent use for leftover rice, but any rice will work. I like to make the sauce first.

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Coupons Do Work

MARCH 21, 2015

With that said, I wanted to give you all a laugh about ‘this week’s highs and lows’ 1. We have leftovers for the next day. I thought I would make you smile. I am slowly packing up the house as I am getting a house built and we have to get this house on the market soon. silly, right?) our doors are fine.

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Noone ate the leftover corn, so I cut it off the cob and put it in the freezer to add to our favorite, Chicken, Black Bean & Corn Tacos | Slow Cooker Recipe. I make a lot of iced tea and usually steep 2 flavored tea bags and 8 decaffeinated green tea bags in each batch I make. Homemade Roasted Tomato Sauce. Received $5.52

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Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 20, 2013

10 Back to School Lunches You Can Make in 10 Minutes or Less. For many, this is a stressful time as you are trying to figure out what to pack, how to make it interesting, and how to keep it frugal yet healthy. Instead, take it easy on yourself and just take a peek below where you will find 10 lunches you can make in 10 minutes or less.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 18, 2016

What We Ate this Week: Monday: Burrito Bowls with leftover chicken from last week. Thursday: leftovers from Tuesday and Wednesday nights. Roast one up now for your family and freeze leftovers for future meals. And at that price, it’s an easy way to make a big impact by donating to your local food banks.

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For the Mommas

JANUARY 30, 2016

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The Coupon Game

JULY 7, 2011

Make Ahead & Freeze! Breakfast Burritos - Substituting Organic Chicken Sausage for Chorizo ( Make Ahead & Refrigerate! Cereal w/Skim Milk & Fresh Fruit DINNER: Homemade Prairie Buffalo Burgers w/Sweet Potato Fries & Salad Homemade Macaroni & Cheese (not exactly low-fat!) Make Ahead & Freeze! )

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 26, 2016

Sunday: Clean out the fridge: leftover ziti and other various leftovers. Wednesday: Leftover chicken thighs from Tuesday night and leftover smashed potatoes from Monday night, along with steamed vegetables, and homemade applesauce. This is a super simple dinner to make. I NEED YOUR HELP!

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MAY 14, 2016

We all brought home leftovers and that’s what we ate for dinner. Leftover lasagna, salad. I’m using a portion to make nachos for dinner, along with watermelon. Giant also had a really low price on the seedless watermelon. Today is Day 14 and I’m recapping the week’s menu and my shopping trips.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 13, 2015

It was still a pricey meal, but we did come home with leftovers. We didn’t have any coupons, but the lunch prices are much cheaper than dinners and we had some leftovers to eat at dinner time, along with our leftovers from Saturday night. You can use store bought fajita packs or make homemade fajita seasoning.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 6, 2016

It’s easy to make the switch, and with these items not on my grocery list, I’ve made more room in my grocery budget for actual food. Use reusable containers with lids rather than plastic wrap and aluminum foil to store leftovers. Make reusable Swiffer dry mop covers from old flannel blankets or shirts. Eat those leftovers!

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 9, 2015

And even if you are not roasting a turkey on Thanksgiving for guests, take advantage of the low turkey prices right now and buy one for your family. The leftovers can be stored in the freezer like I suggest below. If you want leftovers, you’ll want a bigger bird. Here are 20 of my favorite leftover turkey recipes.

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 12, 2019

Frittatas are a perfect way to use up leftovers, and my vegetable frittata with broccoli and sausage is delicious, hearty, and filling! I’m incredibly passionate about food waste , and frittatas are one of my favorite ways to use up produce and leftovers! In Italy, they even add leftover pasta and potatoes. Homemade Basil Pesto.

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Couponing 101

APRIL 28, 2019

With just one chicken, I can typically make 2-3 meals and several cups of homemade chicken broth! The first thing I do with my chicken is make Crock-Pot Roast Sticky Chicken (recipe below). Rub the spice mixture into the chicken, both inside and out, making sure it is evenly distributed and down deep into the skin. cold water.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 4, 2013

However, if you choose to use uncooked ground meat, your cooking time will be 7-8 hours on low. Combine all of the ingredients in a slow cooker and cook on low for 6 hours. This makes a big batch of chili. Some ideas for the leftovers: Use it as a topping for nachos. Make Stuffed Peppers. Freeze for later use.

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For the Mommas

DECEMBER 17, 2013

The Rival 3-qt Crock Pot helps you make dinners for at least three people. Three-quart capacity holds plenty of food, including a three-pound roast that can give you tons of great leftovers. Warm, low and high temperature settings are perfect for cooking stews, soups and more.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

If you are struggling with the rising grocery prices or maybe you need to make room for your family’s growing appetites, take a look at the following list and see what changes you can make to cut your grocery bill…and still eat really well! Designate one night a week as “raid the fridge’ night to get rid of leftovers.

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Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

I make my grocery list based on that. Make it a priority. 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. Making larger batches of freezer-friendly meals saves time and money. Repurpose leftovers. Here’s why. Batch cook.

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Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

I make my grocery list based on that. Make it a priority. 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. Making larger batches of freezer-friendly meals saves time and money. Repurpose leftovers. Here’s why. Batch cook.

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Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 6, 2023

It’s a healthy, filling meal that’s easy to make and easy on your wallet! Instead of an all-mayonnaise-based sauce, I made it lower in calories and higher in protein by making a high-protein cottage cheese sauce. I’ve been making a weekly batch and love dipping veggies in it! It’s SO good! Affordable.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 6, 2015

I was running low and that would cause all sorts of drama and havoc at my house. I don’t force my kids to eat something they don’t like, BUT I do expect them to respect me with nice words about my cooking and they will not have anything else unless they at least make an attempt to try the food. Sunday: Super Bowl Sunday.

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Saving Everyday

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

This butter and lemon flavored white rice recipe will up your rice-making game! After testing several different ways to make rice, I landed on my perfect oven-baked rice. Broth or water: I suggest low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth for extra flavor. Sea salt : Salt brings out flavor and just makes food better.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 28, 2016

Heat on low for 6-8 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through. Leftovers from the top 3 meals. When I make soups and casseroles this winter, I’ll just break off what I need. I started researching some health cost sharing ministries this week to see if that avenue would make sense. Very tasty!

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 16, 2012

While we love Roasted Chicken , I just didn't have the two hours to make it for dinner. Put the lid on the crock pot and turn on low for 7 - 7 1/2 hours. It's time to make homemade chicken stock. the innards (this is totally optional, but if you do include the innards, exclude the liver which makes the stock bitter).

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 11, 2012

I’ve been making it for years and it is a great meal, even in the summer, because you use the slow cooker, so it doesn’t heat up your kitchen. I usually make this with bacon, but after all the leftover ham from Easter , I wanted to try it with ham, and you know what? Cover and cook on high for 3 to 4 hours (or 6 to 8 on low).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 29, 2013

My partner is a carpenter and I am pretty handy (and also have an eye for design), so we would make a good team. I’d recommend staying away from places like Lowes and Home Depot for things like cabinetry and flooring because they are quite expensive. There are many people that have leftovers from renovations. Comparison Shop.

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Saving In Akron

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

And how to turn your leftovers into more amazing meals the next day. Let cook over low heat for 30 minutes, stirring often. Makes 16 appetizers. What things must you include and what can you leave out. Tips to outsmart the grocery stores and get the most value for your coupons. And that won’t drain your budget either.

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Saving In Akron

SEPTEMBER 2, 2011

—Cook on Med/Low heat on the stovetop for about 1/2 hour (covered). I prefer an immersion blender because it makes quick work of the mashing and you can blend it to your preferred consistency. .&# I prefer an immersion blender because it makes quick work of the mashing and you can blend it to your preferred consistency.

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For the Mommas

SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

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For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 12, 2016

It is great reheated as a leftover or made into potato pancakes as well. This freezes well too if you want to save some for a later date or make it in advance. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 25 minutes. Here is my Mom’s recipe. I hope you like it!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 16, 2013

At Lowes online you can get 144 feet of brown, heavy paper for around $9.00. Dig out that box of material you thought you might use and pick out some pieces to use for wrapping, or to make bows. Do you have some leftover wall paper you won’t be using? Make your own gift boxes using Origami. Make gift tags.

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Nicoles Nickels

OCTOBER 12, 2013

We’re all used to low prices after the holiday has passed but these prices were low before the holiday! It took me a long time to go through them and make our selections! I usually try to get candy I don’t love so if we have anything leftover I don’t eat it all! It’s so refreshing (and unusual!)

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Couponing 101

NOVEMBER 9, 2011

With just one chicken, I can typically make 2-3 meals and several cups of homemade chicken broth! The first thing I do with my chicken is make Crock-Pot Roast Sticky Chicken (recipe below). Rub the spice mixture into the chicken, both inside and out, making sure it is evenly distributed and down deep into the skin. cold water.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2016

Designate one night a week as “raid the fridge’ night to get rid of leftovers. Everyone’s plate might look different, but you’ll at least use up the leftovers and reduce the waste. Speaking of freezer, this appliance can be your biggest tool to saving money at the grocery store and not just for saving leftovers.

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Saving Cents With Sense

DECEMBER 5, 2013

This Duct Tape Peppermint Tree is so easy to make, and you can whip one up using supplies found at your local Dollar General store (check out all the fun Dollar General Holiday décor available). They have low prices on a variety of seasonal items so you can make your own crafts this season! How to Make Reindeer Cupcakes.

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