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FEBRUARY 1, 2012

I cook with it quite a bit and try to keep it in my freezer at all times. I cleaned and chopped up the vegetables and divided them into 6 freezer bags. become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook. Roasted chicken in one of my all time favorite meals. bag of carrots for 79 cents, 3 lb. Let us know in the comments.

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FEBRUARY 1, 2023

I’m a big fan of Zero Based Budgeting. 3 – Cook/Eat from the pantry and freezer. Spend Frugal February planning your meals from food that you already have in your kitchen, refrigerator, and freezer. If you need a reset too, here are 8 ways to frugal your way through the month. 2 – Track your cashflow.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

I am working to stock up my freezer with extra meals or meal components to make my week night dinner rush easier. Last Sunday, I spent some time in the kitchen cooking up a storm: I cooked a whole chicken in the Instant Pot. Ruby, “my helper”, doesn’t leave my side when I’m cooking a chicken.

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JANUARY 28, 2022

Personally, I plan a weekly menu that’s centered around what’s already in my pantry and freezer, what’s on sale and my family’s schedule. If you don’t think the food in the fridge will be eaten before it goes bad, place leftovers in a freezer container, label, and store in the freezer. Thaw as needed.

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JULY 14, 2011

I just put 5 cups in my freezer and many young beans are still on the plants. I wasn't always a huge fan of green beans. But as I got older, I discovered that I actually like them when they aren't over-cooked and still have a crispy texture to them. They turned from purple to green when they were cooked.

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MAY 14, 2012

Cooked pinto beans were in my freezer, so that is what I grabbed. Add the chicken and cook for about 5 minutes each side. Add the garlic, onion, and pepper; stir and cook until softened. Bake for 20 minutes or until the rice has cooked all the way through and the liquid is absorbed. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

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JUNE 6, 2011

I had some chicken thighs and drumsticks in the freezer that needed to be used up, so I dusted off my slow cooker and we had one delicious dinner. Cook on low for 6-8 hours until done. I don't use my slow cooker as much as I should. It is definitely an under-used appliance in my kitchen. Pour orange mixture over chicken.

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APRIL 6, 2011

I make chicken stock two ways, depending on how I intend to cook the chicken. It cooks overnight and in the morning, your kitchen smells wonderful. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, uncovered, for about 1 ½ - 2 hours, until chicken is cooked through. Place the bones back into stock pot and cook for another hour or so.

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JUNE 20, 2011

We received the Swiss chard in our CSA box last week and I had some breakfast sausage in the freezer that I wanted to use up. Break up the sausage into tiny pieces as it cooks. Cook sausage completely. Cook to wilt in about 3 minutes. Pour sausage mixture into a 9-inch pie plate prepared with non-stick cooking spray.

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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. Divide up and store in freezer containers or bags. Thanks for reading.

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MARCH 22, 2016

If you don’t think the food in the fridge will be eaten before it goes bad, place leftovers in a freezer container, label, and store in the freezer. Utilize the Freezer. Speaking of freezer, this appliance can be your biggest tool to saving money at the grocery store and not just for saving leftovers.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Personally, I plan a weekly menu that’s centered around what’s already in my pantry and freezer, what’s on sale, and my family’s schedule. If you don’t think the food in the fridge will be eaten before it goes bad, place leftovers in a freezer container, label, and store in the freezer. Thaw as needed.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2011

If you have a freezer, roast the turkey immediately and freeze the cooked meat in 2 cup portions for future meals. Stretch your dollar even more and make homemade turkey stock that can also be stored in the freezer. become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook. I store mine in 32 oz glass jars. Let us know in comments.

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2012

It is fairly easy process, but you can't just put the basil leaves in the freezer like I do when I freeze other herbs. The basil leaves will turn black in the freezer. Place int the freezer. Once frozen, move the basil cubes into a freezer bag. become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook. How to Freeze Basil.

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JULY 5, 2011

I then threw the leaves in freezer bags and flattened the air out of the bags. I'll store in the freezer until I'm ready to use. Now I won't have to buy any herbs in the middle of the winter, I'll have fresh herbs right in my freezer. So I cut back the parsley, oregano, thyme and dill and cleaned them. How do you preserve herbs?

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AUGUST 8, 2011

I used pre-cooked shredded chicken that I had in the freezer making it very easy to pull together, but the bulgur wheat does take an hour to cook. This recipe has been in my recipe binder for years and I only recently tried it when I had a lot of cucumbers and grape tomatoes that needed to be eaten.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2011

Pasta e Fagioli adapted from Cooking Light 1 Tbsp olive oil 10 oz turkey sausage, casings removed. I cooked the whole 20 oz package and used half for this recipe and then put the other half in the freezer for a future meal. Add the sausage and garlic and cook until sausage is no longer pink. Print this recipe.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2012

So instead of using dried beans, I used cooked beans that I had in the freezer, but you could also use canned beans. 3 cups cooked Great Northern beans or 2 (14.5 become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook. Ham and Bean Soup Ingredients 2 large ham hocks. 1 onion, chopped. 2 celery stalks, chopped. 6 garlic cloves, minced.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2014

Who cooks at home anymore, many people eat out. Even if you do cook at home, have you ever worn an apron? They were used to protect clothing while cooking – to keep grease splatters and spills contained on the apron. Attic fans. Be careful where you spend your money! Of course, many times they were for show as well.

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JANUARY 10, 2013

On a daily basis, home cooks produce, distribute, and consume in our kitchens for (and with) our families. Utilize your freezer. Have an emergency back up meal in freezer or pantry at all times. Shop your freezer/pantry. Create vegetable freezer bags for making chicken/turkey stock. Doesn't that sound familiar?

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APRIL 16, 2012

But that whole chicken in my freezer needed to be used, so instead of the oven, I reached for my crock pot. Pour into freezer containers to keep in the freezer. Have you ever cooked a whole chicken in a crock pot? become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook. The next day, skim any fat that has risen to the top.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2011

This is also a great freezer recipe. Banana Oatmeal Muffins adapted from Cooking Light 1 ½ cups flour ? Pour batter into a 12-muffin pan that has been coated with cooking spray. You know those mornings, where you need to eat something, but there is no time to make breakfast for yourself or your family. Add the dry ingredients.

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MARCH 21, 2013

I walked into the kitchen yesterday afternoon to start dinner when I realized that I totally forgot to take the pork chops out of the freezer the day before. The new me could hear Dave Ramsey barking in my ear, so I headed to our freezer instead. The new me could hear Dave Ramsey barking in my ear, so I headed to our freezer instead.

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NOVEMBER 3, 2011

Frugal Freezer Chicken Vegetable Soup at 2 Make Ends Meet. Winter Squash and Apple Soup at Cooking with Sara. become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook. Creamy Corn Chowder at Big Bear's Wife. Cream of Roasted Tomato at Family Balance Sheet. Crock pot Beef Stew at Eastern Panhandle Moms. Ginger Chicken Soup at Moneywise Moms.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2012

It thins out when cooked in dishes or soups. I like to freeze in 1 cup and 24 oz freezer containers. become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook. I have found turkey stock to be more gelatinous than chicken stock once it has cooled down. Do not be alarmed. That is a good thing. The stock will last a few days in the fridge.

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APRIL 16, 2013

There''s no reason why you can''t use bone-in pork chops; I just happened to have boneless in my freezer.). Turn over and brown the other side for another 4 minutes or until pork chops are cooked through. become a fan and ''like'' FBS on Facebook. They make a delicious and quick dinner on those crazy busy weeknights. cup flour.

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JANUARY 3, 2011

Add the carrots to the mixture and cook until the onion and carrots are soft, about 3 minutes. Great Freezer Meal : Once the loaf mixture is mixed up and before it is baked, I divide in half and wrap one of the halves in foil and then put it in a freezer bag to freeze. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

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OCTOBER 27, 2012

I also filled up plastic containers with water and placed in both of my freezers to make ice. If we have a lengthy power outage, I'm at risk to lose a lot of food, so hopefully by filling my freezer with ice, I'll avoid the food thawing out and spoiling. become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook. Let us know in the comments.

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NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Buy dried milk to use in cooking – especially if you aren’t a regular milk drinker. Pay attention to expiration dates by organizing your pantry and freezer so that the oldest food is in front. Instead of going out to eat with friends, take turns cooking and eating at each home.

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FEBRUARY 1, 2019

I’m a big fan of Zero Based Budgeting. 3 – Cook/Eat from the pantry and freezer. Spend Frugal February planning your meals from food that you already have in your kitchen, refrigerator, and freezer. The goal is to be extremely intentional with our money, so we can put more towards our financial goals.

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FEBRUARY 6, 2015

I don’t force my kids to eat something they don’t like, BUT I do expect them to respect me with nice words about my cooking and they will not have anything else unless they at least make an attempt to try the food. My husband is a huge NFL fan so we always make a big deal about the Super Bowl. Sunday: Super Bowl Sunday.

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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. And the freezer also comes in handy when I pick all the fresh vegetables from the garden each summer! Vacuum leftovers, perfect for when you get home and don’t want to cook.

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NOVEMBER 5, 2012

If you forget to get the turkey out of the freezer in time, you can thaw the turkey in cold water. become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook. This online calculator will also tell you how long you need to thaw the turkey in the fridge depending on size of turkey. Thaw the turkey in cold water. Thanks for reading.

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MARCH 9, 2011

Utilize the Freezer Freeze those leftovers. Cooked chicken and veggies can be frozen and used in soups or casseroles at a later date. Raw vegetables like carrots, peppers, onions and parsley can be shredded or chopped and bagged and stored in the freezer for future dishes. Stockpile in the freezer. Freeze for later use.

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APRIL 27, 2011

Some ways to avoid food waste: Put the leftovers in your freezer. Cooked chicken and veggies can be frozen and used in soups or casseroles at a later date. Raw vegetables like carrots, peppers, onions and parsley can be shredded or chopped and bagged and stored in the freezer for future dishes. Thanks for reading.

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JANUARY 23, 2013

Lemon can also be used for cleaning the bottom of pots so that the crud that gets cooked on will come off. Try a half a lemon on your barbecue to get rid of build up and cooked on grease naturally. Baking soda is a fan favorite. It will smell nice and the vapor from the lemon lifts microwave grime right off. Baking Soda.

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MARCH 11, 2013

I just unpeel them and stick them in a freezer bag. become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook. Coconut Lemon Banana Bread at Good Life Eats. Did you know you can freeze ripe bananas ? I do it all the time when I don't think I'll use them up before they get too bad. Thanks for reading. become a Twitter follower.

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