For the Mommas

AUGUST 16, 2012

I used to be able to get taco seasoning free atleast once a month. Sure, I can get a deal on it here and there, but homemade is cheaper and healthier! I think this book will help you save money on some of the items you use the most. I am excited that Mandi was willing to share one of her recipes with us!

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Homemade Tacos El Paso Recipes 58

Frugal Luxuries

JULY 6, 2011

My Gift and Craft Pantries are often bulging by the time winter arrives, which allows me to spend the bulk of my time during the holidays savoring the joy of organizing gift boxes and baskets, baking and putting the finishing touches on the gifts that I make. Why do I do this? Painted the clean, dry lids with leftover white spray paint.

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Frugal Luxuries

DECEMBER 1, 2012

Sometimes I make homemade chile'/taco seasoning and put three tablespoons of it , along with a dry bay leaf, in a small cellophane bag. I've also used the taco seasoning mix I buy in bulk at Costco for this gift, in a pinch. It's all about using what's inexpensively and easily available to you at the time!

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Homemade Dinner Gifts Holiday 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 17, 2012

You can even use the bones to make homemade chicken stock. Canned vegetables can be used when the vegetables are not available or when they are not in season (and more expensive). Rice, Beans, and Pasta These three items are staples that you can buy in bulk and add in to a number of dinner recipes.

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For the Mommas

OCTOBER 6, 2015

Save Money By Finding New Uses For Old Items. When most of us make the decision to start saving money , the focus is on the actual dollar amount we spend every month. Our elders knew how to get the most use out of everything they owned and you can do the same. Put them in the freezer for future use.

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For the Mommas

JANUARY 2, 2016

Save Money By Finding New Uses For Old Items. When most of us make the decision to start saving money, the focus is on the actual dollar amount we spend every month. Our elders knew how to get the most use out of everything they owned and you can do the same. Put them in the freezer for future use. Don’t Throw that Away!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 4, 2013

From food waste to packaging to disposable items, there are a lot of resources being used by humans. A meal plan can be one of the best ways to avoid last-minute takeout runs, as well as ensure that you have a way to use the food you buy. You can also freeze homemade meals, including soups, casseroles and other items.

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Re-use Home and Garden Bulk Electronics 278

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 13, 2016

I use the pre-cooked meat in soups, chili, sloppy joes, tacos, burrito bowls, nachos, and more. Heat your largest pan (I use my big dutch oven) over medium heat and add a couple of tablespoons of olive oil. I like to add my homemade taco seasoning , but you could add spaghetti sauce, Italian seasoning, or just salt & pepper.

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Cooking Grocery Spending Freezers Bulk 100

Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

Use Coupons. Buy in Bulk – If there is a food with a long shelf-life or that you eat a lot of, consider purchasing it in bulk. You can buy in bulk at warehouse clubs or even Amazon which sells quite a selection of organic and natural food and household items. You can absolutely save money on healthy food!

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 22, 2019

capacity is the perfect size for homemade baby food , meal prepping, or even storing small craft supplies. Here are some of my favorite ways to use these containers: Homemade baby food. Check out my recent post of homemade baby food recipes to get your started! You can use these for your older kids, too!

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Storage Food Homemade School Lunch 58

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

What We Ate this Week: Monday : Ham & Bean Soup , homemade sugar-free applesauce. Everyone chips in though, but my mom and two aunts cook the bulk of the food. It’s been a fun outing, but my husband and I discussed it and this year, we will be using the artificial tree that is in our attic. Wednesday: Spaghetti night.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 9, 2011

There are simple ways to cut down on waste, from buying concentrated household products to buying in bulk. Buy in bulk or in loose. When you are shopping for groceries, get as much as you can out of the bulk bins so that you do’t have to bring home loads of packaging containers. Use concentrated household products.

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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. You need to know where the money is going before you can plan on how to plug the holes and use your income better. You can even use a budgeting app if you need a little more support reaching your financial goal. Believe me!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 1, 2011

While many plants contain salicylic acid, or tannins, or sometimes both, not all of them are suitable for use. The content may be too high, or there may be other constituents of the plant that can cause harm, so do not simply use a plant that you know contains one or both of these plant constituents.

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Flowers and Plants Frugal Plants Growing 183

Couponing 101

MARCH 17, 2019

Homemade Strawberry Fruit Roll Ups via Divas Can Cook. If you took advantage of that Nutella deal at Costco, you probably still have some left to use! 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.

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Snacks Cheap Frozen Yogurt Chocolate 72

Couponing 101

MAY 24, 2012

However, if you can, indulge in a pre or post-movie bowl of homemade popcorn instead! Use Coupons – Some movie theaters will offer concession coupons on their websites or Facebook pages. Buy in Bulk – Warehouse clubs like Costco offer discounts on bulk movie ticket purchases.

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Saving Money Tickets Movies Money 86

Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

Mashed Potatoes – 14 (this was something extra I did to use up some potatoes that I purchased in bulk). Most of the recipes I used were from the Meals in Minutes Cookbook by Sue Gregg. Her recipes use whole foods and are kid-friendly. (PS. This way we got dinner for that night plus an extra for the freezer.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 21, 2011

I do use real vanilla extract now, but for years I used the less expensive imitation extract. Use oleo instead of butter in the recipe and avoid adding nuts. These cookies have very little sugar, but do use almond. 1 C shortening (I use vegetable). Oatmeal cookies with raisins and sprinkles. Pumpkin bread.

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Baking Cookies Bread Holiday 184

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2016

I use them regularly when we eat out at restaurants, and I will not shop at a department store without one, but grocery coupons are completely different for me. Most of the coupons I use come directly from the store, either from their in-store magazines , kiosks, or the coupons that print with my store receipt. Yeah, that is not me.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

These are strategies I use weekly to help keep my grocery bill in line with our budget. Everyone’s plate might look different, but you’ll at least use up the leftovers and reduce the waste. Ways to Use Your Freezer and Save: With the exception of maybe pasta dishes, a lot of food can be frozen. Use cashback apps.

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Saving Money Grocery Groceries Money 130

The Frugal Girl

AUGUST 23, 2023

Who uses so much stuff that they have to do restocks like this all the time? Who actually uses so many repeats of items, especially things like deodorant? I do think this makes sense on occasion When you have a huge container of something, it’s handier to pour it into a smaller container for regular use.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

These are strategies I use weekly to keep my grocery bill in line with our budget. Everyone’s plate might look different, but you’ll at least use up the leftovers and reduce the waste. Ways to Use Your Freezer and Save: With the exception of maybe pasta dishes, a lot of food can be frozen. Freeze garden and in season produce.

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Saving Money Grocery Groceries Money 113

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 4, 2014

Here are some spending tips to keep in mind: Buy in Bulk. You will save money using reusable diapers even after energy costs come into play. And while you contemplate what types of diapers, you may also want to try making your own Homemade Baby Wipes to help you save. This site uses affiliate links. All rights reserved.

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Parenting Saving Frugal Parenting Saving Money 81

Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 19, 2015

My semi-homemade cookies and cream dessert has been a family favorite for as long as I can remember. The fun thing about this dessert is that you can adapt it to suit your tastes, which is why I love using the Go-Paks! can be found near the registers or the bulk bins, which are located all around the store. They’re both only $1.00

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Nicoles Nickels

APRIL 11, 2011

The Corium Series by NavJack is the thinnest case on the market and stylishly protects the iPad without adding bulk or weight. You can get 30% off of regular priced NavJack iPad or iPhone accessories until 4/24 when you use the code “grateful&# at checkout! Hoosier Homemade. Just go HERE to check it out. Entry is simple!

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Giveaway Graduation Contest Prizes 55

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 23, 2014

Then, a guest poster on my blog shared her simple recipe for homemade chicken stock. I’ll never use store bought broth again. After having the homemade version, store bought tastes devoid of flavor, like water. This is so easy! And the taste? The taste is phenomenal–so rich and full of flavor.

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Saving Everyday

MAY 27, 2024

This dish came together because I was trying to find a way to use up the rest of my kale, and I loved the texture it added. Of course, depending on the brand of ingredients you use, that may be more or less for you. I’m using curly kale, but use whatever green you like. Use any sausage you like.

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Breakfast Recipes Cooking Re-use 52

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

Many stores mark down their meat 40%to 75% off about 1 – 2 days before the use or freeze by date. Buy in Bulk and Freeze in Portion Sizes. Use Smaller Portions. It is typical for recipes to call for one pound of meat, but you can often get away with using as much as half that amount. Many stores offer value packs of meat.

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Saving Money Money Freezers Saving 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 27, 2011

Learn about the products that your wife uses regularly – If you know what products she uses, you’ll know that she’ll eventually have to replace them right? Buy in Bulk – Often times, you’ll get a cheaper per-item price if you buy multiple items at once. Related posts: 5 Products That You Should Avoid Using.

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Coupons Do Work

DECEMBER 20, 2016

2 Lipton Recipe Secrets - Shopmium Rebate; Can Not Be Used In Combination with A Coupon or Other Offers. Buy 2; Use (1) $0.75/2 Buy 2; Use (1) $0.75/2 Buy 4; Use $1.00/4 Buy 4; Use $1.00/4 Buy 4; Use $1.00/4 Buy 4; Use $1.00/4 1 Sister Schubert's Homemade Rolls. - $0.75/1 Final Price: $1.10.

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Coupons Do Work

DECEMBER 14, 2016

2 Lipton Recipe Secrets - Shopmium Rebate; Can Not Be Used In Combination with A Coupon or Other Offers. Buy 2; Use (1) $0.75/2 Buy 2; Use (1) $0.75/2 Buy 4; Use $1.00/4 Buy 4; Use $1.00/4 Buy 4; Use $1.00/4 Buy 4; Use $1.00/4 1 Sister Schubert's Homemade Rolls. - $0.75/1 Final Price: $1.10.

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Coupons Do Work

FEBRUARY 4, 2017

Buy 6: use (3) $1/2 stacked with (3) $1/1 doublers after $5 Gas Points Savings. Buy 6: use (3) $1/2 stacked with (3) $1/1 doublers after $5 Gas Points Savings. Buy (6): use (3) $1/2 coupons stacked with (3) Tops Doublers: after $5 Gas Point Savings. Buy 6: use (3) $.55/1 Buy 6: use (3) $.55/1 Valid 1/29-2/4.

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Coupons Do Work

DECEMBER 18, 2016

Buy 3: use (3) $1/1 After (3) $1.50 Buy 3: use (3) $1/1 After (3) $1.50 oz Only; Limit 1; Cannot Use with Any Other Coupon; Excludes Trial and Travel Size, Twin Pack, and 9.2 Buy 5: use (4) $.55/1 Buy 5: use (4) $.55/1 Buy 5: use (4) $.55/1 Buy 5: use (4) $.55/1 Buy 5: use (5) $.50/1-

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Coupons Do Work

JANUARY 4, 2017

Simple Truth Organic Tortilla Chips, 7.5 - 9 oz Load the Kroger Digital coupon on 1/6 only, use by 1/22. Load the Kroger Digital coupon on 1/6 only, use by 1/22. Fleischmann's Simply Homemade Bread Mix - Price Varies. Fleischmann's Simply Homemade Bread Mix. Fleischmann's Simply Homemade Cornbread Mix - Price Varies.

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