Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Here’s how we frugal-ed our way through it. Frugal Wardrobe in November: I have a small bedroom closet, so I like to keep my wardrobe fairly lean, but highly functional. Frugal Kitchen in November: I stocked up on enough baking supplies at Wegman’s that should get us through most of 2021. stuff: $40.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 11, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. I bake the boats in the oven. It’s a great time to stock up on turkeys, hams, baking supplies, potatoes, canned goods and so much more. How did you live frugally this week?

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The Frugal Girl

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Polly’s got some tweaks to share for this one; she uses 2x the garlic, oven-bakes the chicken, and serves it with pasta and red sauce or alfredo. You just mix the ingredients up, press them into a pan, and bake it as one whole piece. None of that pesky stirring-during-baking stuff! switched up a baking/cooking method?

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Recipes Main Dishes Green And Frugal Baking 240

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 2, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. Friday: Chicken Rice Broccoli Bake. Frugal Resources: 1. How did you live frugally this week? The post Frugal Friday 12.02.16 Our mission: Live WELL, On LESS Money.

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Frugal Fridays Leftovers Financial Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 5, 2012

Day 3 of the 12 Days of Frugal Holiday Fun ~ Bake & Decorate Gingerbread Men Cookies. But when you get beyond the mess, there are some great skills that kids can learn when baking and decorating Gingerbread Men (& Girl) cookies. One of my favorite Christmas traditions with my kids is also our messiest tradition.

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Mens Baking Frugal Holiday 100

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 28, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. Turned 5 over-ripe bananas into Banana Walnut Baked Oatmeal , and one loaf of banana bread. Frugal Resources from around the Web: I recently discovered a blog, Passionate Penny Pincher.

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Crock Pots and Slow Cookers Frugal Health Insurance Fridays 100

The Frugal Girl

OCTOBER 27, 2023

What We Ate Saturday I baked up the rest of the thin-crust pizza dough I’d made. The post WIS, WWA | a tired camper appeared first on The Frugal Girl. . $206 this week. But then again, I only spent $60 last week, so you know, the spending goes up and down. And we know Sam’s Club trips do not happen every week!

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Tacos Green And Frugal Dominos Club 219

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 4, 2013

Last year, I ran a series, 12 Days of Frugal Holiday Fun. My girls have already asked when we were baking gingerbread men. . So if you’re looking for some low cost ideas to entertain your family this Christmas, check out my recap from last year’s, 12 Days of Frugal Holiday Fun. I’d love to hear your ideas!

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The Frugal Girl

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

This is better than endless nights of eating out, but definitely not as frugal as an organized trip to Aldi. What We Ate Saturday I made one of Zoe’s faves: the baked ham/Swiss sandwiches on King’s Hawaiian rolls. The post WIS, WWA | all Safeway appeared first on The Frugal Girl.

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Safeway Toaster Ovens Leftovers Toasters 208

The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Tuesday I got out some leftover Christmas ham from the freezer and Zoe and I ate that with some baked apples, plus some leftover rolls. appeared first on The Frugal Girl. Monday Mia had a flight that left in the evening, so she and I grabbed a quick meal from Noodles and Company before I took her to the airport.

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Leftovers Flights Dinner Dominos 179

Simply CVS

APRIL 16, 2011

As you all know, I am interested in frugal living and also simplicity, thus the name of this site, Simply CVS. I recently came across a new blog that fits this bill, Simply Frugal Living. And there is nothing I love more than a porch swing, so I find the banner at Simply Frugal Living very inviting.

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Frugal Lives Frugal Living Frugal CVS 138

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 14, 2012

I hope you enjoyed the 12 Days of Frugal Holiday Fun. The holidays can be so hectic, so slow down and enjoy the frugal fun and the season with your family. Day 3 ~ Bake & Decorate Gingerbread Men Cookies. This post is linked to Frugal Friday at Life as MOM. Day 1 ~ Plan a Holiday Movie Night.

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The Frugal Girl

DECEMBER 11, 2023

baking, library storytimes, and being involved in our church’s Bible study, meals for the sick, and other various ministries. How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl? I grew up with frugal parents so it was ingrained in me from an early age. What’s your best frugal win? homemade bagels!

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Money Kids and Family Frugal Parenting 195

Coupons Do Work

APRIL 15, 2016

This is safe, cheap and frugal ! Baking Soda : Baking Soda is something everyone has in their pantry. Baking Soda : Baking Soda is something everyone has in their pantry. Just add 1/2 cup of baking soda in with your detergent, and your clothes will come out cleaner. And it is good for laundry too!

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Coupons Do Work

APRIL 13, 2015

1 tsp baking powder. Note: Everyday, we will feature a recipe, and it will have ‘The Frugal Way” at the end of the title of the recipe. Here is the recipe : 75 g salted butter. 75 g dark brown sugar. 1 tsp ground cinnamon. 150 g self-raising flour. 150 ml buttermilk. 1 pinch salt. 1 knob butter to cook.

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Pancakes Recipes Frugal Budgeting 100

The Frugal Girl

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Sunday Zoe was at work and I had a random plate of baked sweet potatoes, avocadoes, and a fried egg. The post WIS, WWA | no prizes awarded here appeared first on The Frugal Girl. I skipped Saturday, filled in all the other days, came back here, and still can’t remember what we ate. We are just gonna have to proceed.

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The Frugal Girl

OCTOBER 12, 2023

I am qualified to comment on some topics (like frugality! You just mix it up, press it in a pan, and bake. NO STIRRING WHILE BAKING. Which means you will not be cleaning spilled oatmeal bits afterward (I always spilled some in the oven or on my counters with the stir-while-it-bakes recipes!) furniture painting!

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Thankful Chiquita Video At&T 204

Couponing 101

SEPTEMBER 23, 2014

You could also try this DIY Natural Air Freshener that uses baking soda and essential oils. Do you have a Frugal Tip you’d like to share? Daily Frugal Tip: DIY Natural Stovetop Air Freshener is a post from Couponing 101 The post Daily Frugal Tip: DIY Natural Stovetop Air Freshener appeared first on Couponing 101.

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DIY Frugal Soda Organic 84

Couponing 101

APRIL 16, 2012

It turned out to be a very easy, frugal, and fun activity that entertained my 8 and 6 year olds for about an hour. You’ll need: Baking Soda. Baking Sheet/Pan. Line a baking sheet with a layer of baking soda. Let the children use the droppers to make pictures in the baking soda with the colored vinegar.

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Activism Frugal Frugal Kids Soda 98

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 8, 2016

Sunshine and baking soda. After the month, I smothered them in baking soda and vacuumed it off and then vacuumed again. Please share some of your frugal fixes in the comments! The post Frugal Fixes that Work appeared first on Prairie Eco-Thrifter. Why else would they have done a lot of cleaning in the spring?

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Work Frugal Cleaning Green And Frugal 100

The Frugal Girl

MARCH 8, 2024

Wednesday My mom dropped off some of this baked potato soup for us, so that was dinner, plus some fruit. appeared first on The Frugal Girl. Tuesday Another clinical that ended at 8:30, and I packed a repeat meal. If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. ? Zoe got dinner out with a friend while I was gone.

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Dinner Sunshine Leftovers Breakfast 130

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

We also had a fruit salad: Wednesday I made Zoe’s favorite baked ham sandwiches, which are always an easy fallback option. The post WIS, WWA | a tidy $100 appeared first on The Frugal Girl. This was a night I was super glad to have a Dinnerly meal option in the fridge when I got home from school!

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Dinner Green And Frugal Meals Club 198

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 21, 2011

Holiday baked goods can make an excellent gift – for someone on your list, or to take to the cookie exchange at work. However, unless you are careful, those baked goods can break the budget. Just follow the recipe on the oatmeal box, adding some raisins and sprinkling them with colorful sugars or sprinkles prior to baking.

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Baking Cookies Bread Holiday 184

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 2, 2011

So take note of the following tips to make this year’s spring clean a frugal and eco-friendly exercise. But a more considered approach needs to be adopted for a truly frugal and eco-friendly clear-out. Baking soda is another great ingredient to get rid of grime that can be used as either a scrubbing agent or even as a drain cleaner.

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Frugal Flowers and Plants Recycle Recycled 145

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 29, 2012

Baking something or making something sweet would also be fun. Total: $6-$15 (dessert and tip) Saving money and being frugal can be boring sometimes, but it doesn`t have to be. Total: $10-13 (ingredients) Go House Shopping Last week, my boyfriend and I went to go to the movies, but failed to think ahead.

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Frugal Wine Saving Money Money 188

Saving With Shellie

APRIL 24, 2014

True to it’s name, most of us probably use Baking Soda for baking. Here are a few of my favorite unusual uses for Baking Soda. Baking soda is a natural odor neutralizer. Skip the over-the-counter medications and try baking soda instead. This works because baking soda neutralizes stomach acid.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2016

Rice and beans are two inexpensive ingredients that people equate with frugal cooking and boring recipes. Cheesy Baked Black Beans and Rice from Shaken Together Life – This recipe could pass as a dip…just add tortilla chips. The post 20 Frugal & Tasty Rice and Beans Recipes appeared first on Family Balance Sheet.

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Recipes Frugal Burritos Cooking 100

Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 21, 2014

The Easy-Bake Ultimate Oven is only $29.96 Here is what you will get if you grab this deal: Classic Easy-Bake oven comes with a delicious chocolate chip cookie mix. Includes baking pan and pan tool. Oven comes with baking pan, pan tool, chocolate chip cookie mix and instructions. The post Easy Bake Oven – $29.96

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Ovens Baking Tools Frugal Lives 63

Saving With Shellie

JANUARY 14, 2014

. . . No Bake Peanut Granola Bars are on our after school snack menu. No Bake Peanut Butter Granola Bars. Line a 8×8 baking dish with aluminum foil and set aside. Press into the 8×8 baking dish and refrigerate for 1 hour. After 1 hour, remove from baking dish and cut into bars. *If Serves: 15 Bars.

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Baking Recipes Microwaveable Frugal Lives 102

Couponing 101

APRIL 3, 2012

Make your own natural air freshener out of baking soda and essential oils! What are some of your frugal homemade natural product recipes? Do you have a Frugal Tip you’d like to share? Daily Frugal Tip: DIY Natural Air Freshener is a post from Couponing 101. I love this idea. No harsh chemicals.

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DIY Frugal Homemade Soda 94

The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Thursday I got some leftover Christmas ham out of the freezer and made baked sandwiches with that. appeared first on The Frugal Girl. Wednesday I took some leftover ravioli out of the fridge, made an eyeballed Alfredo-style sauce, added in chopped kale, and mixed it all with the ravioli. And I sauteed some broccoli for the two of us.

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Leftovers Burritos Homemade Freezers 130

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Five-step fruity baked oatmeal Instead of bottles of coffee, you have coffee grounds, sugar, and cream. appeared first on The Frugal Girl. Like, instead of oatmeal packets, you might have jars of oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon, and there’s milk in your fridge. You can eat oatmeal for breakfast, but you do have to make it.

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Dinner Milk Salad Dressing Frozen 238

Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 27, 2012

Baked Zucchini & Parmesan Bites. We picked a couple zucchini this week and came up with a healthier version of fried zucchini by baking it. So, if you are looking for an easy appetizer or side dish (great for a party, dinner, or just an afternoon snack), I recommend these Baked Zucchini & Parmesan Bites. Cooking Spray.

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Baking Homemade Ovens Bread 111

Frugal Luxuries

APRIL 19, 2018

~ This week wasn't as frugal as it could have been. We enjoyed a frugal sort-of mini vacation.going out for dinner with a nice group of friends in the evenings and visiting afterward was very relaxing and interesting. How did you practice the art of frugality this week? Mike went out of town for work for several days.

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Art Frugal Green And Frugal Goals 40

The Frugal Girl

AUGUST 25, 2023

To back up: Zoe wasn’t feeling well, so I offered to bake a frozen pizza for her. The post WIS, WWA | Last one before school appeared first on The Frugal Girl. But I cannot for the life of me remember what I ate. Usually I snap a photo of what I eat, but I’ve got nothin! But I burnt that thing so badly.

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Leftovers Dominos Dinner Freezers 216

Coupons Do Work

APRIL 17, 2016

The post 12 Ways To Use hydrogen peroxide – The Frugal Way appeared first on Coupons Do Work! Hydrogen peroxide works wonders on pesky mold — including the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services agrees to this!

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Frugal Used Health and Beauty Equal 100

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 10, 2012

Day 8 of The 12 Days of Frugal Holiday Fun ~. I grew up baking Christmas cookies with my mother and grandmother and I definitely want to continue the tradition with my own girls. But baking several varieties of Christmas cookies can be more time consuming than our hectic schedules allow. Host a Cookie Swap.

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