The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

She was feeling kinda sad and isolated since she can’t drive; I took her out to a little Mexican restaurant near where she lives, and then she treated us both to a massage, since she had a gift card. and then I went home and made an alfredo sauce for pasta, with some kale and leftover ham mixed in. unbaked, obviously!

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Leftovers Safeway Club Dinner 130

The Frugal Girl

AUGUST 25, 2023

What We Ate Saturday I’d eaten a late lunch and wasn’t hungry. To back up: Zoe wasn’t feeling well, so I offered to bake a frozen pizza for her. Monday Zoe still wasn’t feeling well and just wanted some mac and cheese so I made that for her. Anyway, I got Domino’s for us afterward.

Leftovers 215

Leftovers Dominos Dinner Freezers 215

Saving Everyday

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

If you’ve ever wondered what to do with leftover fried rice, I’ve got some fun ideas for you to turn it into a whole new and delicious meal your whole family will love!! And since Ling Ling is committed to using high quality, pure ingredients , staying in not only tastes better than going out, it’s healthier too!

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Leftovers Fry's Used Cooking 67

The Frugal Girl

OCTOBER 6, 2023

What We Ate Saturday Lisey was so exhausted when she got here, she ended up hitting the hay at like 6:30 pm and she didn’t even want dinner. Sunday Zoe had a night off of work, so the three of us went out for pizza and then went to Target, where we did some clothes shopping. I snuggled with Chiquita. Zoe was at work. Girl dinner?

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Leftovers Dinner Chiquita Green And Frugal 196

The Frugal Girl

MARCH 1, 2024

What I Spent I went into this week with absolutely no menu plan…I was just winging it all week long and still, we didn’t eat out at all. What We Ate Saturday I made spaghetti and meatballs, which I hadn’t done in ages. Although…this wasn’t EXACTLY spaghetti and meatballs. at Safeway Sooo, $110.50

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Menu Planning Menu Plans Green And Frugal Freezers 193

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 5, 2024

But until then, I’m just gonna keep on focusing on keeping us fed in a reasonably health way, and that will be good enough! But until then, I’m just gonna keep on focusing on keeping us fed in a reasonably health way, and that will be good enough! Friday I don’t know! What did you have for dinner this week?

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Grocery Shopping New Year's Groceries Grocery 130

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 26, 2024

What I Spent I did get a Hungry Harvest box and I made a small trip to Aldi, but I haven’t done an honest-to-goodness grocery shopping trip since we got back from Hawaii! I’ve done some freezer scrounging to come up with things to eat, so…yay for using up what’s on hand. squirrel-watching I spent: $ 6.99

Freezers 192

Freezers Dominos Hawaii Chiquita 192

Saving Everyday

JANUARY 9, 2013

Everyone in my family loves soup, which is awesome considering it is budget friendly, good for you, easy, and a great way to use up leftovers! I threw together this quickie soup last night using leftover chicken and kale! Ingredients: 2 cups leftover chicken. 1 can fire roasted tomatoes. 4 cloves garlic.

Leftovers 63

Leftovers Trader Joes Used Friends And Family Sale 63

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

I kind of regretted that I hadn’t ordered another Dinnerly box for this week! Sunday I had eaten a late lunch so I don’t think I even actually ate an official dinner. Friday We’ve got leftovers, so that’s probably what we will eat tonight. I love blueberry pancakes! Rolls > turkey.

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Fridays Bath and Body Works Thanksgiving Pancakes 205

The Frugal Girl

OCTOBER 13, 2023

What I Spent Four days this week involved chicken thighs, and I didn’t even realize it until I typed this post up! Monday A longggg lecture day for me, and I had leftover chicken. Wednesday We both got home at 9:30 pm (Zoe from work, me from lab) so I picked up some Chick-Fil-A for us. This habit is gonna continue. ?

Chiquita 130

Chiquita Green And Frugal Leftovers Cars 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

We also used the 40 year old burnt orange coffee pot to make coffee that day as well as the 20 year old ice chest and 25 year old rain ponchos from the local amusement park, old plastic forks and spoons, unused condiment packages from fast food restaurant stops and plastic tablecloths used at last years wedding shower.

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Re-use Used Reuse Amusement Park 235

The Frugal Girl

AUGUST 31, 2023

I’ve been out of school for the last two semesters, so I’d gotten kind of used to my carefree life. ? (Ok, Anyway, this week has made it clear to me that I need to change up how I do things; I need to switch up how I use weekend time, how I plan meals, and when I do household stuff. Ok, well, not entirely carefree.

Wellness 213

Wellness Toaster Ovens Fry's Bread 213

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

I pulled together a list of ALDI soup ideas using ingredients I found at the store. Any leftover soups can be served as leftovers or frozen in freezer containers. ** I listed the price I paid for the main ingredients. They weren’t as chunky, but they worked just fine. You will also use in recipes #2, 5, 6, 7.

Leftovers 130

Leftovers Recipes Bread Cooking 130

Coupons Do Work

FEBRUARY 2, 2016

I love using the Magic Eraser ! Did you know you can use for almost any stain that you can think of, besides in the kitchen and bathroom? Here are a list of 8 ‘Magic Eraser Uses’ (and at the end, a HUGE list of Magic Eraser Hacks / since there are A LOT of ways to use this sponge!).

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Used Phones Cleaning Microwaveable 100

The Frugal Girl

OCTOBER 17, 2023

I used several strategies to save on white tees Now that it’s colder, my short-sleeve white scrub tops are feeling a little too breezy. My stuff won’t get here for a bit, but that’s fine. I used Upside to get gas for $2.99/gallon Just use code 97N2J when you make your account. Which is how I got my $2.99/gallon

Frugal 202

Frugal Gas Shoes Lunch 202

Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 21, 2012

Admittedly, I am a little OCD about it and have been know to eat leftovers for days just so I don’t have to throw them away. It actually doesn’t bother me to eat the same thing for 2-3 days, but I know several people who will not eat leftovers at all. Or, you could always bring what’s left to work.

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Leftovers Frugal Lunch Lunches 53

The Frugal Girl

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

I placed a Chewy order and used TopCashback Oddly, I’d forgotten about TopCashback for a while! By the way, we use Arm and Hammer Slide litter. In fact, when my friend Carrie was here, she said, “I can’t smell the litter box at all. See #4 for the chair story! back on my purchase. What is your secret??”

Frugal 210

Frugal Eyeglasses Arm and Hammer Painting 210

Couponing 101

APRIL 28, 2019

It really is not spicy despite the spices used, but if you’re concerned, you can omit any spices you don’t want. Don’t worry if you forget to do this the night before, I forget all the time and it still turns out fine.). You can also set it aside until you are ready to use it in your recipe. cold water.

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Used Homemade Leftovers Frugal 81

Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 1, 2012

Hardly the gang of kids that I grew up with, who roamed the surrounding streets on Halloween night, using pillowcases for our haul! I can’t send it to school, the teacher would kill me! Is there a place to reasonably donate leftover Halloween candy? Maybe the ghosts and goblins of Halloween are really the leftover candy!

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Leftovers Halloween Gratitude Kids and Family 61

Saving Everyday

APRIL 6, 2012

I know this isn’t a “new” idea but it’s a recipe that’s been around for years, and it’s great! So while I was browsing, er… wasting two hours of my life on Pinterest last night, I found this recipe for Easy Layered Salad and thought it looked delish. Ingredients. 4 cups mixed salad greens.

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Leftovers Easter Recipes Used 77

Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 27, 2023

You won’t find things like “start a YouTube channel or blog” in this post. We don’t have time for that. I’m using Christmas as the goal because it’s three months away, and that’s what most people are looking for this time of year. Don’t spend it!! Sell it and save it!

Saving Money 52

Saving Money Budgeting Budget Money 52

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. Review the ingredient list carefully to determine what you need to buy. ** I made two different salads and used them as sides for several dinners. You will also use in additional meals.

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Leftovers Dinner Package Cooking 130

Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Eggs aren’t just for breakfast! White rice and eggs is one of my go-to dishes when I don’t feel like cooking but still want something that feels like comfort food. It’s an excellent use for leftover rice and a great opportunity to use up leftovers. You can keep it simple or jazz it up.

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Simple Leftovers Cooking Recipes 52

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

For starters, I didn’t donate plasma this month and that is usually my biggest source of extra cash. Lately, the line has been really long to get in and I wasn’t in the mood to stand in it. My plan is to use the sauce for pizza. I used it on some necessities. But in the end, $155 is still a gift. Received $5.52

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August Frugal Green And Frugal Financial Goals 130

Couponing 101

MAY 20, 2019

Your kid doesn’t like the sandwich you made him, so he tosses it. If you shop without a clear idea of what you want to eat for the following days, you might just buy whatever looks good to you at the moment, which will make it harder to use everything you’ve purchased. Eat Your Leftovers. Don’t throw it away!

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Food Waste Food Leftovers Meals 79

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 11, 2015

I couldn’t pass it up, since I paid.79/lb Tuesday: We had leftover chicken with pesto sauce from Monday night so I put on top of thin spaghetti. Thursday: Turkey Noodle Soup using the leftover turkey from a few weeks ago. Saturday: Leftovers. We’re swimming in leftovers. of unbleached flour.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Costco 100

Saving Everyday

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Meal bowls are also a great way to use leftovers and random ingredients with endless variations. Most people struggle with leftovers, and this is a perfect way to turn them into a completely different meal ! To reduce food waste, we prepared these mostly with ingredients that needed to be used. Less waste.

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Leftovers Meals Re-use Recipes 52

Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

We know that saving for a rainy day isn’t just a phrase our grandparents used to throw around. We know that saving for a rainy day isn’t just a phrase our grandparents used to throw around. I can’t help you with the self-discipline end of things; I’m still learning that myself. Believe me!

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Saving Money Money Saving Credit Cards 52

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 28, 2014

You don’t have to go back to the days of living in a log cabin without electricity to make an environmental impact. I tried hang drying towels before and didn’t like the way they felt like burlap on my skin.). Don’t wash clothes until they’re truly dirty. Use mason jar containers.

Saving Money 191

Saving Money Simple Money Friends And Family Sale 191

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 5, 2015

They all rewards that were for Thanksgiving ingredients that were on my grocery list, so I wasn’t buying things that I didn’t need just to get the deal. I roasted my free turkey that I received from Giant and as you’ll see below I used the meat and stock through out the week for my meal planning.

Budgeting 100

Budgeting Budget Leftovers Thanksgiving 100

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 2, 2016

What We Ate this Week: Sunday: Using leftover turkey & gravy, I made Turkey & Waffles , steamed vegetable. Tuesday: Using leftover turkey, I made Turkey Noodle Soup and served with a salad and homemade sugar-free applesauce. Thursday: Leftover Turkey & Noodle soup and grilled cheese sandwiches.

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Frugal Fridays Leftovers Financial Goals 100

Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 18, 2019

Pesto means “pounded” because the traditional preparation was to pound and grind the ingredients into a paste using a mortar and pestle. The mortar and pestle preparation yields a creamier sauce that is a vibrant bright green color, but it takes time and patience, so most people use a small food processor.

Recipes 52

Recipes Used Green Cooking 52

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 24, 2015

I am getting better at putting leftovers in the freezer if we don’t eat them before they go bad. This was the first time that I made sweet potatoes this way and I don’t know if I’ll make them any other way again. Wednesday: I pulled leftover Cajun Sausage and Red Beans out of the freezer and served over rice.

Budgeting 100

Budgeting Budget Leftovers Freezers 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 28, 2014

It’s cold out, so we idle our cars for longer periods of time to get them warmed up and then idle while we wait for somebody else to make us food so we don’t have to get out of the car. The amount of wrapping paper that this continent uses is absolutely disgusting, and it’s a complete waste of resources and money.

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Green Christmas Food Waste Leftovers 167

Family Balance Sheet

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. I used the recipe on the cornmeal bag and I baked in my cast iron skillet. We noshed all day and didn’t have a true sit down dinner. How I Use Pinterest for Meal Planning.

Leftovers 100

Leftovers Friends And Family Sale Kids and Family Homemade 100

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 18, 2015

63/lb, I couldn’t pass up the price. I roasted it immediately and used the meat of it for this week’s meals. I also made a bone stock and froze 2 (2 cup) portions of chopped meat to use later. Sunday: We went out for a large lunch after church and just had leftovers for dinner. Friday: Leftover.

Budgeting 100

Budgeting Budget Leftovers Lunch 100

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. Our home also has electric baseboard heaters, but they are inefficient and quite costly, so we don’t use them.

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Frugal Cheap Fridays Win 100