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Five Frugal Things | Oy, that exam!

The Frugal Girl

I used a Starbucks gift card for a drink and sandwich My friend Mia and I went out to Starbucks with Sonia, and I used a gift card from my Erie YourTurn rewards to pay for my purchase. I used Chick-Fil-A points for a free tea/lemonade After my competency tests last week, my mouth was as dry as the Sahara, from the nerves.

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Canning CAN Be Cheap!

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Many of you have specifically asked where to find used equipment. When you can, it is imperative that you use jars that are specially made for canning. Never try to use non-canning jars to preserve your food – doing so could lead to dangerous (invisible) bacteria growing in your food. Canning Jars.

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Fun And Cheap Hobbies You Should Try

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

When you’re stressed-out, a little sunshine and fresh air will do wonders. Vegetable and herb gardens can be a source of food, which can help you save money on food expenses. If you have too much food, you can always give it away or sell it for additional income. Cooking can be expensive or cheap depending on you.

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How to Save on Food Costs When Traveling

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We used to think that a vacation wasn’t a vacation unless we had eaten like the locals and indulged in all of the local foods. Instead, we’ve learned to save money on food when vacationing so we can vacation longer and see more sites. We’ve used a number of strategies to do this.

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Saving Money on Food While On the Road

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Alcohol was dirt cheap in New Orleans, and transportation was a very small line on our budget in New York City. Something that I’ve found throughout all of my trips to the many different places I’ve visited, is that food is always a cost that is hard to contain. Generally lunch and breakfast can be cheap and easy. Grocery Shop.

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Frugal Friday: Cheap Turkeys for the Win! 11.18.16

Family Balance Sheet

Cheap turkeys. 39/lb turkeys at Giant Food Stores. Even if you’re not hosting a big gathering, buy them. And at that price, it’s an easy way to make a big impact by donating to your local food banks. It’s super easy, super cheap, and you can make a zillion and a half different flavors.

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Healthy Foods that Won’t Break Your Budget

Saving Everyday

Healthy food gets a bad rap for being expensive, but it doesn’t have to break your budget. Pasta fills you up, it’s cheap and the ways to make it are endless. I use it often to stretch soups and casseroles. Try using broth instead of water. You can use them in granola bars, meatballs, cookies, and cakes.