Family Balance Sheet

MAY 19, 2016

I often take advantage of the bulk price and batch cook the meat, as I detailed in this post: How to Batch Cook Ground Meat & Sausage. Another money-saving strategy on meat is to compare the price per pound, because often it is lower when you buy larger packages of meat. What your #1 way you save money on meat?

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Coupons Do Work

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

bag containing “Tyson FULLY COOKED PANKO CHICKEN NUGGETS” with a “Best If Used By” date of July 18, 2017 and case code 2006SDL03 and 2006SDL33. The plastic may have come from a “round, hard plastic rod” used in the manufacturing process, the USDA said. The plastic contamination affects these two products: 5-lb.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 10, 2011

A lot of food wastage comes from cooking too. If freezing leftovers and eating them another day isn’t an option for you, experiment with producing smaller portions when cooking until you strike the right balance and aren’t wasting food. Be careful with bulk buying.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 28, 2019

It not only helps me cook up unique and delicious recipes, it enables me to easily make large batches of them, saving me time and money every week. They’re feeling and cheap when you buy in bulk! Definitely recommend going to your local market and buying them in bulk to use throughout the winter months.

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Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 6, 2023

He was a great cook, and his tuna pasta salad was something I always looked forward to. This recipe only uses 8 ounces of dry pasta, but we bulk it up with veggies, tuna, and a killer sauce. Cook the pasta according to the package directions (see tip below). While the pasta cooks, you can move on to the other things.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 14, 2012

Buy in Bulk It’s a terrific way to get more bang for your organic food buck. Health foods stores sell many items in bulk containers, such as nuts, grains, beans, and lentils. If you shop at one of these stores, buy your organic food in bulk. Buy the veggies in bulk, then blanch and freeze them.

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Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

It feels too restrictive and takes away from the joy of cooking. Some days, I just want to cook what I want to cook, you feel me? Pro tip : Statistically, over 40% of families order take-out because they’re tired and don’t feel like cooking. Batch cook. Consider the bulk bins. Have a plan.

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Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

It feels too restrictive and takes away from the joy of cooking. Some days, I just want to cook what I want to cook, you feel me? Pro tip : Statistically, over 40% of families order take-out because they’re tired and don’t feel like cooking. Batch cook. Consider the bulk bins. Have a plan.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 4, 2011

Cook at home. Cooking at home not only saves you money but it also keeps you in control of what you are putting into your body. By planning ahead, the task of cooking at home doesn’t need to be time consuming. Buy in bulk. Buying in bulk in most cases helps you save money, reduce waste, and keep stocked.

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Saving Cents With Sense

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

Ingredients : 1 lb raw pinto beans (we buy ours in bulk at costco-we make a lot of this stuff!). Make sure the beans are covered with water the entire time, so you may need to add water through the cooking. Scoop cooked beans, diced peppers and onions, and salt into a blender or food processor. 4 cloves of garlic (whole).

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 8, 2017

My kids grew up on “white spaghetti”, which is just cooked noodles, olive oil, salt, pepper and Parmesan cheese. Similar to rice, they can be added to many dishes, and there are endless ways to cook them. Bulk Foods. Pasta fills you up, it’s cheap and the ways to make it are endless. Rice goes with everything.

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Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 6, 2013

Some of these tips include avoiding eating out, planning meals in advance, comparing prices, buying things in bulk, and preparing large meals that can be spread out throughout the week. Buying in Bulk. Shopping at stores that provide bulk items is another great way to shop healthy and save money. Eating Out Less.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 18, 2015

If the kids are in, then during Money Camp, we will cook sample cookies and other treats, create business cards and order forms and send the samples along with the literature out to our considerable family units. Bulk popcorn is pretty reasonable. I’ve already gotten my son’s ok to get that started.

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Couponing 101

AUGUST 2, 2012

” Check out other recent frugal tips on preparing and cooking meat: Buying Meat In Bulk. I use chicken for all kinds of dishes. It’s great to have on hand when you need to send a dish to a friend.” Shred and Freeze Boneless/Skinless Chicken Breast. A Freezer-Friendly Chicken Recipe. Thanks, Cynthia!

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

Everyone chips in though, but my mom and two aunts cook the bulk of the food. Tuesday: Tortellini & Spinach Soup. Wednesday: Spaghetti night. Thursday: Thanksgiving. Gobble, Gobble. My mother hosted her side of the family. I was asked to bring drinks, so I got off easy with prep, and I wasn’t complaining.

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For the Mommas

DECEMBER 15, 2016

I personally consider it the best invention for the home cook. There is nothing like walking in the door from work or a busy day and having a warm home cooked meal ready and waiting. It’s great to make beverages in bulk for a party or gathering and great to keep everything warm for hours. I love my slow cooker.

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Saving With Shellie

MARCH 4, 2014

I like to make a large bulk of chicken at the beginning of the week and then separate it out to add to various recipes over the next few days. This one is always a quick easy meal by combining pre-cooked chicken and a few quick chopped ingredients. Ready to Devour!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 20, 2012

Buy in Bulk Items like rice, nuts, granola (I make my own), and beans should be bought in bulk at the grocery store. Skip the frozen food aisle altogether and buy real food ingredients to cook yourself. Buying direct saves a lot of money while making it easier to buy much better ingredients. expensive and B. not very healthy.

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Saving Cents With Sense

NOVEMBER 14, 2012

I love to buy in bulk when I find a good deal – we actually found a great deal on an extra freezer years ago and I keep all my extra food there. The new Ziploc Vacuum Sealer System has several benefits: 1) Save time and money buying in bulk. Vacuum leftovers, perfect for when you get home and don’t want to cook. 2) No waste.

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Coupons Do Work

APRIL 14, 2016

When buying meat, we always ask ourselves, ‘best place to buy meat in bulk’ ,’ where to get the cheapest meat?’, Easy to cook ; and when there is a good sale, I will stock up on it. ’, and finally ‘how to save money on meat?’ Some places has discounted meet at 9AM, and sometimes in the PM.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

You could eat out less, cut back on takeout and cook more often. For most people, the bulk of these costs are made up by insurance premiums, but if you’re uninsured — or are considering an area with few in-network providers — healthcare costs may play a role in where you decide to live. There are ways to trim that down.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

Batch cooking: Buy in bulk, batch cook, and freeze in portion sizes. Freezer cooking sessions: This wildly popular cooking technique saves time and money by setting aside time to prepare a lot of meals at once. Cooked chicken and veggies can be frozen and used in soups or casseroles at a later date.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 1, 2011

This method does not use electricity or cooking fuel to heat anything, and you will not have to fool around with alcohol or oils to create a base. If you don’t have a green thumb, yarrow is also available in the bulk herb section of many natural food stores, and can be found for sale as a bulk herb online.

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Saving Everyday

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

How to cook for one person on a budget? Learning how to cook for one person can take time and effort. I’m guilty of cooking too much food, so when my husband is overseas, I completely change how I plan and prepare my meals. The Benefits Of Knowing How To Cook For One Person It can be fun. Cook grains in advance.

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Koupon Karen

JANUARY 26, 2024

In the modern hustle of daily life, especially for professionals who find themselves juggling between work and personal life, cooking at home often takes a back seat. Plan Your Meals in Advance The cornerstone of efficient home cooking is meal planning. Let it simmer until the pasta is cooked through.

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Couponing 101

MAY 30, 2012

After it has cooked, I shred it and freeze it in smaller packages (sandwich bag size). ” Did you catch the frugal tip from a couple days ago on buying meat in bulk ? This one comes from Jennifer: “I love to buy boneless skinless chicken breast when it is on sale for $1.69 Thanks, Jennifer! Please send me an email !

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Nicoles Nickels

FEBRUARY 11, 2013

Jamie just got me to eat kale recently – I like it cooked with a lot of garlic and I also love it raw in a salad with a sweet dressing! We had a great kale salad for Thanksgiving with nuts, dried cranberries and goat cheese with a maple cranberry dressing and it was divine! So I was excited to try these kale chips! Organic Kale. ·

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Despite all this, however, the bulk of the responsibility falls on my shoulders. My kids help quite a bit, actually. Ever since I created a family chore chart , everybody but the family dog pitches in and does their part. Daily Tasks These should include essential chores that help keep your home tidy.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 31, 2013

This may sound counterintuitive, but you actually save money when you buy in bulk. By breaking things up into rations, you’ll never have to cook six chicken breasts at once or find a recipe that calls for three pounds of ground beef. They’re savory, quick to cook, and incredibly easy to make. Bake a casserole.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2016

Batch cooking: Buy in bulk, batch cook, and freeze in portion sizes. Freezer cooking sessions: This wildly popular cooking technique saves time and money by setting aside a time to prepare a lot of meals at once. Cooked chicken and veggies can be frozen and used in soups or casseroles at a later date.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 27, 2014

Cook your own meals at home and avoid fast food and highly-processed foods. The bulk of what you eat should be plant foods, eaten raw or just lightly steamed. The most effective way to lose excess weight, and then maintain a healthy weight range, is to change your diet and improve your nutrition.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 10, 2011

By learning how to cook a few staple, easy and cheap meals, you can save a boat load of money. They are very easy to pack and take on the go and very versatile to cook with. They sweeten when you cook them and are available in a variety of sizes and colours. Buy dried beans and cook them up in batches and then freeze them.

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Couponing 101

MARCH 17, 2019

Homemade Strawberry Fruit Roll Ups via Divas Can Cook. It’s easy enough to buy these ingredients in bulk and make trail mix specifically for your taste! But some of the pre-packaged ones you find at the store can be pricey. Making it at home is incredibly simple and much more cost effective. One of my favorite childhood snacks!

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Saving Everyday

MAY 5, 2015

My kids grew up on “white spaghetti”, which is just cooked noodles, olive oil, salt, pepper and Parmesan cheese. Similar to rice, they can be added to many dishes, and there are endless ways to cook them. Bulk Foods. Pasta fills you up, it’s cheap and the ways to make it are endless. Rice goes with everything.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 21, 2011

We like the ones where you make crisscrosses in the dough with a fork prior to cooking. Use that jack-o-lantern (the one you should have cooked, pureed and frozen in 2 cup batches) to make loaves (no nuts). Cook on top of stove to hard ball stage. Cover and let rise until almost doubled in bulk. Popcorn balls.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 5, 2012

Buy butter in bulk when it is on sale. Extra cooked rice or pasta can be sealed in a plastic bag and refrigerated or frozen. Surprise the family with a home-baked banana loaf. Add salt to your rice to prevent it from clotting or going hard. The rice absorbs the condensation and in this way prevents clumps. Treat a lemon like an orange.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

I look for coupons and deals that are specific to the brand my family likes, and then I buy in bulk. Maybe a game night, a movie, or even giving each other cooking lessons over some Tequila? Yet, your kids simply can’t stand the store brands. So, what do you do? I coupon and hunt for deals like a mad woman!

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