Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 5, 2013

Food from restaurants can cost significantly more than food cooked at home. A plate of pasta with red sauce can cost less than a dollar if made at home; at most restaurants it will cost you well over $10. We also grocery shop once per week. Buy “Easy” Foods. So why do we eat out so often?

Eating Out 222

Eating Out Restaurant Food and Wine Meals 222

Couponing 101

MARCH 26, 2019

My biggest area of spending is food, but I’ll actually look at these as two separate categories: groceries and dining out. This number will be a personal choice based on dietary needs, where you live, household size, and how much you will realistically cook at home vs. dine out. Step 2: Determine Your Budget.

Saving Money 88

Saving Money Money Used Budget 88

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 28, 2012

The American culture is wrought with excessive spending so it is no surprise that the typical household overspends on necessities such as food, gas, utilities, and phone usage. How to Save Money on Food. You cannot avoid spending money on food. When cooking at home, try to reduce meat consumption to save money.

Phones 202

Phones Bills Money Saving Money 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

For so long, we plodded along with next to nothing while our neighbors were running up their charge cards and using home equity loans to take vacations. But, I can’t believe people are making big bucks telling other people how to control their spendthrift ways, or sharing how to shave a few cents off a grocery bill.

Thrifty 213

Thrifty Garage Spendthrift Fair-Trade 213

Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 24, 2012

I never liked Asian food much growing up. During my time in Taiwan I was able to travel all over the region and try different foods from countries and cultures. Luckily our local grocery store carries the Simply Asia and Thai Kitchen product lines that make it easier for me to find the ingredients I need. I’ll be honest.

Thai Kitchen 61

Thai Kitchen Kitchen Prizes Giveaway 61