Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 25, 2013

My husband and I both like to travel, but we’ve never had a large disposal income, so we’ve never had a lot of money to travel. 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. Pick Accommodations with Free Food in Mind.

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Crock Pots and Slow Cookers Travel Food Vacation 176

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 15, 2013

Disclosure - This post contains affiliate links that help support this site at no additional cost to you. You can read the site''s full disclosure here. This week''s bundle takes you back to the basics with 5 cooking resources to help you meal plan, create your own recipes, make homemade condiments and reduce waste.

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 13, 2015

In fact, there were many weekends that I didn’t cook, because we ate out for every meal. Those days are long gone for us now as we’re working hard to cut corners and save money. 15 Smart Tips to Save Money When Eating Out. 15 Smart Tips to Save Money When Eating Out.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 9, 2011

But I find food products to be a different story. Boxed, processed food coupons are very easy to find, but I try to limit those foods in our diet, so I really have a hard time finding coupons for food that we do eat. But that doesn't mean I don't save a lot of money at the grocery store.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 27, 2011

Eating leftovers is one of my tenets of saving money in the kitchen but I am even guilty of wasting food at times. I started wondering how much money I am actually wasting when I throw food away. According to the EPA, Americans dump 34 million tons of food a year and it accounts for 14% of total municipal waste.

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Economical Kitchen Grocery Groceries 173

Saving Cents With Sense

FEBRUARY 20, 2014

I quickly found that making my own baby food for my baby not only saved me money, but it also allowed me to know exactly what he was eating. Save Money. The average cost of baby food jars is around $.50-$1.00 Are you ready to start making your own baby food? Baby Food Storage Containers.

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Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Cook’s! As you can imagine, the food at Disney has changed drastically in that time. Thirty years ago, the food scene at Disney wasn’t anything to get excited about. Best Breakfast at Disney World My best will probably not be your best , especially when it comes to food. Cook’s!

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Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 16, 2013

One of the best tips for saving money at Disney is sharing food! If you’ve followed the site for long, then you know we’re huge foodies and love trying all the unique and exciting cuisine that Disney has to offer! The shrimp were large, crispy, and perfectly cooked. First, it was huge.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 6, 2013

Another wonderful aspect of gardening is that it is not only inexpensive but it can actually save you money and you can actually earn money from it. Vegetable and herb gardens can be a source of food, which can help you save money on food expenses. Cooking can be expensive or cheap depending on you.

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Hobby Cheap Gardening Garden 213

Coupons Do Work

APRIL 14, 2016

’, and finally ‘how to save money on meat?’ ’ Here is the frugal way to save money when you want to purchase meat. Coupons.com usually has some coupons and also your favorite brand might have coupons on their site, here is a list of places : Butterball. Use the site : eatwild.com.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

Things like salt, pepper, cooking oil are not included. My daughter is very eager to learn to cook. There was plenty of food for our dinner, plus enough for one person’s lunch the next day. Cooking dinner. You are also able to control the day of the week your food is delivered. We’ll use it for camping.

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Delivery Service Meals Daughter Kids and Family 113

freestuff.tv

APRIL 3, 2011

It comes with attached coupons for valuable savings on Holland House Cooking Wines. And if you opt in to the Splash Recipe Club you will also receive a quarterly newsletter filled with more recipes and handy cooking tips. Enjoy this site? content of this site may be reused in any fashion without written consent.

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Recipes Debt Free Debt Food and Wine 109

Marnies Coupon-a-rama

MARCH 27, 2014

Saving money by smart shopping and using frugal ideas. Other Coupon Sites. Policies/Sites. HOW TO SHOP WITHOUT COUPONS and still save money!! "I note of it) Be sure to rotate food items to save on money so you dont. Also, check out Mambo Sprouts for coupons on health food items.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

Whether you simply want to venture from the daily routine, stop watching so much TV, or you just need to save money by not going out, it’s never too late to pick up a new hobby. Cooking and Baking. However, many people thrive in the kitchen, due to a curiosity for experimentation and a general love of food.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 5, 2020

In a few meals, I used the cook once, eat multiple times method. I didn’t list a price for pantry staples, such as seasonings, cooking oils, butter. For the corn on the cob, you can either cook on the stovetop or try grilling it. Cook vegetables according to package instructions. Grill until cooked through.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 26, 2016

This Week’s Dinners: I tried two new recipes this week that I found on the Food Network’s website. I don’t cook with a lot of red meat, but I’ve been craving meatloaf. I roasted both packs for Cook Once, Eat Twice. My #1 Simple Tool that Saves Me Hundreds. 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat.

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Saving Everyday

MAY 5, 2015

My kids grew up on “white spaghetti”, which is just cooked noodles, olive oil, salt, pepper and Parmesan cheese. Similar to rice, they can be added to many dishes, and there are endless ways to cook them. It’s before I learned a thing or two about food photography. Bulk Foods. Rice goes with everything.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

Related Reading: How to Save Money on Groceries. Put the money saved into your emergency fund. Who wants to cook after a long day! As my kids have grown, I have expanded my work hours at our office and by the end of the week, I’m too cooked to cook , so take out it is! Try freezer cooking.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 8, 2014

Over the holidays, I wasn’t as diligent with my meal planning and our grocery bill went over what I budget for food. Meal Planning Saves Money. My husband tries to come home several times a week for lunch and my 2nd grader packs her lunch at least 3 times a week, so I need to make sure there is food for lunch.

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Meals Simple Menu Planning Menu Plans 186

Nicoles Nickels

MARCH 28, 2013

Jennie-O offers a full line of turkey products ranging from breakfast sausages and bacon, sandwich meats, frozen patties and meatballs and pre-seasoned ground meats ready to cook. I love that you can grill or broil them and that they take less than 15 minutes to cook through. Always cook to well done, 165°F. Entry -Form.

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Jenny-O Giveaway Making Cooking 111

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 5, 2015

Camping gear , food, gas, park fees and everything else always adds up and at the end of the trip, you might wish you didn’t go in the first place! Here are a few tips you could do to save money on your next camping trip. Make a daily meal plan so you’ll know exactly what food to bring and how much.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 8, 2012

They barely have food to eat, and the mother, who is pregnant, prepares for the new baby by sewing feedsack nighties for him. You can do this as an individual and have the money donated to the charity of your choice, or you can sign up and organize this with your child’s school, and the school will get the money.

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Giving Money Swagbucks Donation 235

Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 24, 2013

In this slow, sluggish economy, pretty much everyone is looking for ways to downsize, cut back, and save money. Extra storage comes in handy in a lot of ways – for example, it lets you buy in bulk and save money. A lot of people avoid their small kitchens and instead spend a lot of money ordering takeout.

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Saving With Shellie

MARCH 18, 2015

About Better Homes & Gardens : Better Homes & Gardens magazine is designed for people interested in turning home, cooking, and gardening inspiration into action. It is focused on decorating, building and remodeling, crafts, entertaining, cooking, healthy living, and gardening.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 9, 2014

I was recently introduced to Erin Chase, “The $5 Dinner Mom” – not in person, just online via her popular site 5dollardinners.com. This lady has been blowing up, from The Today Show to The View, she is inspiring folks all over the country to save money by eating in! Saving money isn’t always as clear-cut as it seems.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 8, 2011

I am talking about spring cleaning your finances and finding more ways you can save money. Now on to the rest… Save Money this Spring: #1. Save Money this Spring: #2. Dana presents 5 Frugal Ways To Beat Food Price Inflation. Save Money this Spring: #3. Save Money this Spring: #4.

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Saving Money Money Credit Cards Insurance 232

Marnies Coupon-a-rama

FEBRUARY 3, 2014

Saving money by smart shopping and using frugal ideas. Other Coupon Sites. Policies/Sites. END OF YEAR 2013 SAVINGS ON FOOD AND TOLIETRIES!! Also, check out Mambo Sprouts for coupons on health food items. My Favorite Blog Sites. Stephanie Cooks. Passion for Savings. Starting Out.

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Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 5, 2015

Saving money is critical for families on a budget, and it is a challenge for most not to go over. Small appliances including juicers, multi-cookers, microwaves, alarm systems, and ceiling fans have a small price tag, and major appliances may cost a bit more up-front, but over the lifecycle homeowners can realize huge savings.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 2, 2011

Also, my husband tries his best to come home several times a week for lunch, so I need to make sure there will be food for him. 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. Plan for all seven days.

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Menu Planning Menu Plans Economical Kitchen 138

The Frugal Girl

MARCH 4, 2024

How did you get interested in saving money? I learned to save money by watching my parents. (I I still remember saving my change as a kid so I could “shop” for books at yard sales.) We knew it would be a balancing act, so we were working on saving money long before the wedding. Just sayin’… 7.

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Green And Frugal Kids and Family Hotel Frugal 177

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 11, 2016

Planning was essential for meals because I knew that if I got tired and hungry it would be so easy to continue to snack or grab non-nutritious filler foods. I also knew that I couldn’t completely stop from eating all the foods I loved. I needed to find healthier versions of those foods to make smarter choices when I was eating.

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Food and Drink The Biggest Loser Lunch Lunches 40

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2015

What are your top 3 – 5 tips for saving money/pinching pennies to put towards paying off your debt. If you track your spending for 2-3 months by saving every receipt you get a good idea where every dollar is going. Little things like coffee, lunches, fast food etc add up and can kill your budget.

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Debt Credit Cards Debt Free Credit 100

Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 27, 2013

When you plan a staycation, you are not only saving money but quite possibly your sanity as well! Try cooking your own fresh bread, make a tomato salad, or even crush your own grapes into kid friendly beverages. Wrap each other up in strips of fabric as mummies, and enjoy traditional foods such as grapes! Head to Ireland!

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Vacation Backyard Kangaroos Ice Cream 61

Marnies Coupon-a-rama

MARCH 29, 2014

Saving money by smart shopping and using frugal ideas. Other Coupon Sites. Policies/Sites. Also, check out Mambo Sprouts for coupons on health food items. My Favorite Blog Sites. Stephanie Cooks. Passion for Savings. Crazy Coupon Savings. Marnies Coupon-a-ram-a. Starting Out. Contact Me.

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Marnies Coupon-a-rama

MARCH 24, 2014

Saving money by smart shopping and using frugal ideas. Other Coupon Sites. Policies/Sites. We decided to cook our turkey and we wanted pie. Also, check out Mambo Sprouts for coupons on health food items. My Favorite Blog Sites. Stephanie Cooks. Passion for Savings. Crazy Coupon Savings.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

MAY 1, 2024

Visit sites, such as GroupOn, to find discounts on admission and food for the location you plan to visit. Skip the hotel There are many sites, such as Airbnb, that offer homes or condos to rent. Not only do you have more space to relax, but you will also save money on food.

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Vacation Budget Budgeting Airfare 40

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 22, 2024

My hobbies range from reading to painting, pen-and-ink drawing, cooking/baking, and writing. How did you get interested in saving money? What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts? I figure I may not be “earning” money, but I can earn by saving. Maybe four years?

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Rent Son Frugal Home and Garden 178