Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 7, 2011

Thanks for reading. When I have a recipe that calls for an onion, I can just pull a container out in the morning to thaw in the refrigerator. Did you find the tutorial helpful? Do you chop onions a different way? Let us know in the comments. become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook. become a Twitter follower.

Economical 147

Economical Kitchen Freezers Refrigerators 147

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 1, 2012

I cook with it quite a bit and try to keep it in my freezer at all times. Thanks for reading. Roasted chicken in one of my all time favorite meals. And if I'm roasting a chicken then you can be certain that I will also make a batch of homemade chicken stock. It really is that easy. Do you make your own chicken stock?

Freezers 127

Freezers Homemade Economical Kitchen 127

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 2, 2011

Some people keep their recipes on the computer, but I don't have a convenient spot to keep my laptop when I am cooking, so I keep my favorite recipes in a binder. Welcome to the first Kitchen Economics Link Up ~ Cost Cutting Tips to Help You Save Money in the Kitchen. Thanks for reading. Do you plan your meals?

Menu Planning 138

Menu Planning Menu Plans Economical Kitchen 138

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 9, 2011

Cooked chicken and veggies can be frozen and used in soups or casseroles at a later date. Welcome to the Kitchen Economics Link Up ~ Cost Cutting Tips to Help You Save Money in the Kitchen. Thanks for reading. Utilize the Freezer Freeze those leftovers. If you're not going to eat the left food before it spoil, then freeze it.

Economical 164

Economical Saving Money Kitchen Money 164

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 29, 2024

I do try to do special things for myself & kids as possible (new to us book, sweet treat, adventures on the cheap, etc) in addition to choosing gratitude (Thankful Thursday anyone? Thankful Thursday, 5 Frugal Things, and her way of graciously sharing her faith but loving everyone here 16.

Arkansas 182

Arkansas Frugal College Kids and Family 182

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 9, 2012

I started a new weekly series in 2011 called, Kitchen Economics. Batch Cooking and Freezing: Chicken Breasts for Future Use. Freeze Your Garden Produce Now and You'll be Thanking Yourself Later. Thanks for reading. It can be intimidating to think about, but your grocery bill is one of the easiest expenses to reduce.

Grocery Spending 159

Grocery Spending Grocery Groceries Menu Planning 159

Motherhood Moments

JUNE 25, 2023

CTC’s Triple Threat production of Head Over Heels will be directed by Stephen DiMenna, with choreography by Jack Moorman, and music direction by Justin Cook. Thanks for reading! More information is available at childrenstheatre.org/whats-on/ head-over-heels. All tickets are $25. Your gift will help a child live out their dream.

Student 100

Student Art Tickets Education 100

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 27, 2013

Black Bean & Avocado Salsa at This Mama Cooks. Fiery Grilled Peach & Habanero Salsa at Cooking Light. Brie with Raspberry Salsa at Cook the Story. Thanks for reading. Kitchen Economics Recipes - Snacks' Apple Salsa at The Happy Housewife. Black Bean Mango Salsa at The Daily Meal. become a Twitter follower.

Recipes 100

Recipes Economical Cooking Snacks 100

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 9, 2024

I do a lot of our cooking from scratch which takes a lot of my time! Gretchen, thanks so much for participating! Our two goats I’m planning to milk next year We also have a big garden, fruit trees, a medicinal herb garden and grow some cut flowers. We also have three cats!

Oregon 190

Oregon Home and Garden Kids and Family Money 190

Motherhood Moments

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

(Friday, February 24) Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village featuring Publix Culinary Demonstrations sponsored by Sub-Zero Group Southeast will highlight fan-favorite Food Network and Cooking Channel personalities and the nations most celebrated chefs. Thanks for reading! This material comes from Motherhood Moment.

Wine 100

Wine Food and Wine Miami Food 100

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 22, 2024

My hobbies range from reading to painting, pen-and-ink drawing, cooking/baking, and writing. It’s healthier, and when eggs were incredibly expensive, it was much more economical (still is since I buy flaxmeal in bulk). Thank you, Kristen, for all you do with your blog! an illustration I did for one of my son’s books.

Rent 182

Rent Son Frugal Home and Garden 182

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 16, 2015

Until recently, when I was flipping through a Cooking Light magazine and I saw a recipe for skillet brownies. So I pulled the pans out of exile and started researching the ins and outs of cast iron cooking. I have no interest in collecting, but I did turn to this community to get me started in cast iron cooking. Yes, please!

Irons 100

Irons Crisco Ovens Grandmother 100

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 11, 2020

A layoff or a drop of business happened in the past, but a global economic shut down from a deadly virus? A local restaurant has created meal kits for delivery and the chef hosts a Facebook Live where you can cook your meal right along with him. Who would have concocted a story like this when planning for an emergency?

Budget 246

Budget Budgeting Family Debt 246

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 18, 2021

Retirement has become an uncertain landscape for many families as they’ve watched economic markets shift and debt grow while financial burdens wreak havoc. For instance, if you regularly order takeout or splurge on delivery services, you will want to create a grocery shopping plan for more home-cooked meals.

Insurance 100

Insurance Re-use Delivery Service Family 100

Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 16, 2014

Frugal Cooking for Simple Living by Michael Holtby. Basic Economics for Students and Non Students Alike by Jerry Wyant. Thanks Savings Lifestyle !). . $1 Per Pound Grocery Shopping by Mary Frances Pickett. How To Grow Plants by Margaret Phillips. The 7 Wonders of the Ancient World for Kids by Elaine Donato. All rights reserved.

Memorial Day 51

Memorial Day Freebies Recipes Student 51

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 27, 2013

Lasagna, tacos, sloppy joes are all meals that I've recently made by using cooked meat from the freezer. If cooking sausage, remove the casings before putting in the pan. Cook over medium-low heat and break up the sausage while cooking. Think about how you will use the meat that you just cooked.

Bulk 100

Bulk Cooking Freezers Tacos 100

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 3, 2014

A couple of notes to keep in mind: I keep a moderately stocked freezer with marked down meat , loss leaders , batch pre-cooked meat , cooked beans , homemade baked goods and sauces. There’s about $67 worth of groceries that I forgot to photograph. It is frequently a side dish at dinner. Why yes, I bribe my girls occasionally.

March 100

March Groceries Grocery Homemade 100

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 8, 2012

It thins out when cooked in dishes or soups. Thanks for reading. That is a good thing. The stock will last a few days in the fridge. I like to freeze in 1 cup and 24 oz freezer containers. Before: After 3 hours: Pour the stock through a seive: You can also make turkey stock in the crock pot. Do you make homemade turkey stock?

Homemade 113

Homemade Thanksgiving Press Freezers 113

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 6, 2013

Remove Cooking Stains from Clothing. Thanks for reading. Weed Killer. DIY Laminate Floor Cleaner. De-Icer for Steps and Sidewalks. Deer & Rabbit Repellent. Non-Toxic Lubricant for Doors and Windows. Remove Paint & Grease from Hands. Homemade Bubbles. Ant Repellent. No-Grate Homemade Laundry Soap. What have you used it for?

Dawn 168

Dawn Used DIY Homemade 168

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 8, 2011

Thanks Jeffrey for giving us some new ideas on how we can help others. Thanks for the tips SPF. Melissa presents How to Get Dinner on the Table Part Three, Freezer Cooking. Since IJ is more a believer of Austrian school of economics, he would have to say a resounding yes. They are definitely worth a try.

Saving Money 232

Saving Money Money Credit Cards Insurance 232

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 3, 2012

Thanks for reading. Label the bag. Use the fresh basil into soups, stews and casseroles. Related articles: Freezing herbs. Walnut Basil Pesto. How do you preserve fresh basil? Let us know in the comments. If you would like to receive FREE updates of FBS, there are four ways to do so: have updates sent to your email , through your RSS Feed.

Freezers 154

Freezers Gardening Garden Growing 154

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 7, 2012

Thanks for reading. Apparently it's not hard for Alton Brown. And I'm sure it won't be hard for you either. Although, I would recommend a sharp knife. Check out his video on How to Carve a Turkey. If you would like to receive FREE updates of FBS, there are four ways to do so: have updates sent to your email , through your RSS Feed.

Video 127

Video Fans Photos Games 127

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 5, 2012

Thanks for reading. It takes about 30 minutes per pound to thaw this way. Use this online calculator to determine estimated time for thawing. REMEMBER it is not safe to thaw the turkey at room temperature due to bacterial concerns. become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook. become a Twitter follower.

Frozen 127

Frozen Calculators Refrigerators Freezers 127

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 11, 2013

Thanks for reading. For even more Ripe Banana recipes, check out my Pinterest Board, "Ideas for Ripe Bananas". I'm always adding to it. If you have a recipe you'd like me to include on the board, leave the Pinterest link in the comments. become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook. become a Twitter follower.

Used 150

Used Martha Stewart Kids and Family Baking 150

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2012

Thanks for reading. If you have compost, be sure to throw the husk into it. It really is easy. Have you ever cut a coconut to use in recipes or do you buy it already pre-shredded? Let us know in the comments. become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook. become a Twitter follower.

Compost 127

Compost Composting Ovens Shredders 127