The Coupon Game

MAY 24, 2011

Menu Planning service. If you've tried e-Mealz (a budget conscious menu planning service), but are looking for something a little differnt, then try Relish! Not only do home cooked meals save money, they encourage healthy habits and allow you more time to spend with your family and less time in the takeout line.

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Menu Planning Menu Plans Friends And Family Sale Kids and Family 49

The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

What We Ate Saturday My friend Mia and I cooked together; she made some fried plantains, and I made chorizo and potato tostadas, topped with cilantro, queso fresco, and Mexican crema. But hey, at least the edible part was still perfectly ripe. I spent: $48 at Aldi $17 at the Hispanic grocery store $26 at Noodles and Co.

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Leftovers Flights Dinner Dominos 179

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Looking for ways to save money on groceries? However, groceries is also an easy budget category to control, but it takes some planning, skill, and organization. Personally, if I don’t make a shopping list and plan my meals, my grocery budget is toast. How to Save Money on Groceries. According to the U.S.

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Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 113

Couponing 101

JANUARY 6, 2012

Did you know that meal planning is one of the keys to saving money on your grocery bill? Using coupons will save you money at the register, but using your food wisely is going to save you money as well! I admit to completely dropping the ball with menu planning. A lousy menu plan is better than none at all!

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Saving Money Meals Money Menu Planning 98

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 9, 2012

Every Wednesday, I post a quick tip to help you save money in the kitchen. Batch Cooking and Freezing: Chicken Breasts for Future Use. Easy Summer Menu Planning. How to Save Money at the Apple Orchard. How to Save Money on Organic Food. My Menu/Grocery List Clipboard. Saving Money on Meat and Poultry.

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Grocery Spending Groceries Grocery Menu Planning 159

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

It definitely saved me from takeout. Thursday I had a day full of exhausting happenings (none of which were school-related) and by the time dinner rolled around, I was not in good shape to cook. This was a night I was super glad to have a Dinnerly meal option in the fridge when I got home from school! And Zoe was down with a cold.

Dinner 197

Dinner Green And Frugal Meals Club 197

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 31, 2013

Thanks to Brittany for this guest post on ways to save on a family dinner. Here are a few tips and meal ideas that will help you save at the checkout counter: 1. Here are a few tips and meal ideas that will help you save at the checkout counter: 1. Start Menu Planning. Bake a casserole. All rights reserved.

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Dinner Simple Family Menu Planning 75

Coupons Do Work

MARCH 17, 2015

I was thinking today, about the quick money saving tips that I do every so often and I wanted to share with you. Hair cuts are $15 bucks where I am and then you factor in the tip, it is too much money for a kids hair cut.Sometimes I get coupons to save a few dollars but once again, factor in the tip… I rather save that money.

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Money Saving Money 2015 Saving 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 19, 2014

Are beans and rice regular ingredients in your menu planning? This is a large recipe, so I used the leftovers the next day in wraps with leftover cooked chicken , avocado, and salsa. Have you ever considered cooking dried beans from home instead of buying canned beans? Fiesta Black Beans & Rice. Bring to a boil.

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Menu Planning Menu Plans Leftovers Cooking 100

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2016

I don’t find too many coupons for foods that we eat and I only save about $3-5 in paper coupons on each weekly shopping trip, which is hardly extreme. So I don’t rely on coupons to save big at the grocery store, and I don’t need to, because there are so many ways to save money on groceries, and coupons are not involved.

Saving Money 100

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 100

Couponing 101

JUNE 8, 2011

I mentioned in my menu plan last week that I was planning to do some freezer cooking as well as a meal swap with friends. For the freezer cooking, I just doubled the recipe for some of the dinners I was already making. When you double your meals, it saves in SO many ways! extra hours cooking last week.

Freezers 92

Freezers Meals Cooking Swap 92

For the Mommas

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

Here is how you do it – go here and select the download you wish to save. Once-a-Month Cooking Chart. Pantry Inventory for Once-a-Month Cooking. Weekly Menu Plan. Weekly Menu Plan & Shopping List. Weekly Menu Plan & Shopping List (Without Days). 2011 Calendar. Address Book.

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Menu Planning Menu Plans Home Betty Crocker 85

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 10, 2014

Make a menu plan. Menu planning will make your evenings go more smoothly. Make cooking simple. Pack up their backpacks and leave them by the door the night before. Decide on the weekend what you will eat for the week and buy the groceries you need. ” when the entire family is hungry and irritable.

Crock Pots and Slow Cookers 189

Crock Pots and Slow Cookers Home Making Kids and Family 189

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 12, 2011

She blogs about ways to make and save money as well as what she is up to at her blog www.kylieofiu.com. But besides the big expenses there are many ways being green can actually save you money right away. Using your own shopping bags can save 10cents or more when shopping. 1.) Make your own cleaning products.

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Saving Money Money Reuse Home and Garden 220

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 1, 2011

We save and eagerly wait all year for our vacation and the last thing that we want to do is stress about the money spent while on our trip. It might seem so obvious, but a little planning will help you save money while on your trip, so that you can have the relaxed vacation that you hoped for. Create a Meal Plan.

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Vacation Saving Money Money Food and Drink 178

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 14, 2013

A little up front planning will help you save money while on your trip, so that you can have the relaxed vacation that you''ve been waiting for. 8 Tips to Help You Save Money While On Vacation. We plan on participating in our neighborhood''s yard sale next month to raise our vacation funds. Make a list of expenditures.

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Vacation Saving Money Money Food and Drink 153

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 9, 2011

But that doesn't mean I don't save a lot of money at the grocery store. Whether you are a coupon queen, king or clutz, there are many other ways to save money on groceries and coupons are not involved. When I don't plan, I am sure to blow the budget. That is a lot of money, so I plan a menu. for the Hunt's brand.

Economical 164

Economical Saving Money Kitchen Money 164

Teresa's Deals

SEPTEMBER 12, 2015

Why, I think it’s because I never knew where to start and even know how to put the menu all together and gather up what’s needed and do the calculations. Maybe I am lazy when it comes to meal planning but I do know I need to for the sake of saving more money and stop buying things I do not actually need, you know what I mean?

Meals 100

Meals Budgeting Budget Friends And Family Sale 100

Saving With Shellie

FEBRUARY 3, 2012

One great idea is the cute Menu Plan magnet above. Menu planning is a great way to save money. You can plan in advance and avoid last minute trips to the store and take out. What are you cooking this week? Have you "liked" Saving with Shellie on Facebook yet? Get a custom 8.5

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Menu Planning Menu Plans Leftovers Dinner 51

Saving Everyday

JANUARY 15, 2019

You can have to on the table in about 15 minutes and requires no cooking, making it one of my favorite go-to recipes! The big game is right around the corner, and I am in full menu planning mode! Shrimp and Avocado Salad Requires No Cooking. If you preferred to buy raw shrimp, here’s how to cook them.

Main Dishes 56

Main Dishes Cooking Gardening Garden 56

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 8, 2014

Meal Planning Saves Time. I spend about 30 minutes each Sunday to plan my menu and make a grocery list. Meal Planning Saves Your Sanity. Meal Planning Saves Money. With less trips to the store and a pre-planned list, I am hopefully eliminating any impulse and redundant purchases.

Meals 186

Meals Simple Menu Planning Menu Plans 186

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 18, 2012

All of the cooking oils and vinegars are above my stove. That was 2 months before I got married and I was not much of a cook back then, so I'm not quite sure what I was doing with a bottle of Cayenne. A clean and organized pantry will make menu planning easier for me. Place your foods near the spot where they are used.

Economical 113

Economical Kitchen Organic Organization 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

The good news is that many of the changes you can make will also save you money and may even help you live a healthier lifestyle. Reduce your carbon footprint – and save money at the same time. Cook at home using fresh ingredients – home-cooked food is generally healthier, more nutritious, less fattening and uses less energy.

At Home 197

At Home Home Home and Garden Friends And Family Sale 197

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 19, 2013

This week only , get all 5 ebooks for just $7.40 (a savings of more than 80%)! Best of the Grain Free Meal Plans by Cara Faus. Cara has helped people from all over the world enjoy their grain-free transition with her meal plans, and she's now packaged the best of her menu planning service in a helpful, full-color cookbook.

Menu Planning 100

Menu Planning Menu Plans Recipes Ice Cream 100

Coupons Do Work

APRIL 14, 2015

To budget, not spend on stupid things and save as much as you can. That means I saved over $300 a year. This is what I do: Step 1 : make a monthly menu plan and stick it on the fridge or the wall. Note: to see my example of a monthly menu plan, click here. also set aside money for a rainy day.

Budgeting 100

Budgeting Budget Food Kids and Family 100

Marnies Coupon-a-rama

MARCH 28, 2014

Saving money by smart shopping and using frugal ideas. SAVING STAR FRIDAY FREEBIE!! New to Saving Star ? Stephanie Cooks. Passion for Savings. Crazy Coupon Savings. Marnies Coupon-a-ram-a. Starting Out. Coupons.com. Other Coupon Sites. Insert Preview. Policies/Sites. Coupon Databases. Unadvertise Deals.

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 20, 2015

While we love everything about a traditional holiday meal, we cook big family meals all year long, so the idea of doing appetizers just sounded fun! They’re so ridiculously easy that I don’t mind cooking up a batch even if I already have my menu planned out. Non-stick cooking spray. 1 teaspoon water.

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Baking Ovens Press Cooking 40

Marnies Coupon-a-rama

FEBRUARY 3, 2014

Saving money by smart shopping and using frugal ideas. END OF YEAR 2013 SAVINGS ON FOOD AND TOLIETRIES!! END OF YEAR 2013 SAVINGS ON FOOD AND TOLIETRIES!! We saved $3,510.52. A savings of 62% for 2013!!!! Stephanie Cooks. Passion for Savings. Crazy Coupon Savings. Marnies Coupon-a-ram-a.

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Marnies Coupon-a-rama

MARCH 27, 2014

Saving money by smart shopping and using frugal ideas. 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. Buying items in bulk can be wasteful and instead of saving, you can be losing money. Happy Savings!! Stephanie Cooks. Contact Me.

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Saving Money Money Shopping October 45

Marnies Coupon-a-rama

MARCH 13, 2014

Saving money by smart shopping and using frugal ideas. CHECKOUT51 NEW SAVINGS ARE UP!! Click here to read about it and learn how to save!! Stephanie Cooks. Passion for Savings. Crazy Coupon Savings. Marnies Coupon-a-ram-a. Starting Out. Coupons.com. Other Coupon Sites. Insert Preview. Policies/Sites.

October 40

October December September November 40

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Our emergency fund has saved us countless times and it will save us once again with the truck. If you are self-employed, work for a company or in an industry that is unstable, or maybe you or someone in your family has medical issues, you might want to save 6-12 months of expenses. Put the money saved into your emergency fund.

Emergency Fund 100

Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100

Marnies Coupon-a-rama

MARCH 29, 2014

Saving money by smart shopping and using frugal ideas. Lower the heat to medium for the chicken, cover, and let cook for about 15 to 20 minutes, turning over once: Cook up the rice while youre doing all this, get the mint chutney out, and when the chicken is ready, you are ready to serve it up: Its a good looking, great smelling dish!

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Marnies Coupon-a-rama

MARCH 24, 2014

Saving money by smart shopping and using frugal ideas. We decided to cook our turkey and we wanted pie. Stephanie Cooks. Passion for Savings. Crazy Coupon Savings. Marnies Coupon-a-ram-a. Starting Out. Coupons.com. Other Coupon Sites. Insert Preview. Policies/Sites. Coupon Databases. Unadvertise Deals. Contact Me.

October 56

October December September November 56

Marnies Coupon-a-rama

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Saving money by smart shopping and using frugal ideas. Can you save on insurance costs? We changed our car, renters, and business policies and saved about 1/3rd off our monthly premiums. You might end up saving even more! What other regular expenses might you save on? Stephanie Cooks. Passion for Savings.

Budgeting 45

Budgeting Budget October December 45

Marnies Coupon-a-rama

MARCH 24, 2014

Saving money by smart shopping and using frugal ideas. Stephanie Cooks. Passion for Savings. Crazy Coupon Savings. Marnies Coupon-a-ram-a. Starting Out. Coupons.com. Other Coupon Sites. Insert Preview. Policies/Sites. Coupon Databases. Unadvertise Deals. Website for discounted photo art prints and products. Contact Me.

October 64

October December September November 64

Marnies Coupon-a-rama

FEBRUARY 2, 2014

Saving money by smart shopping and using frugal ideas. Stephanie Cooks. Passion for Savings. Crazy Coupon Savings. Marnies Coupon-a-ram-a. Starting Out. Coupons.com. Other Coupon Sites. Insert Preview. Policies/Sites. Coupon Databases. Unadvertise Deals. Website for discounted photo art prints and products. Contact Me.

October 64

October December September November 64

Marnies Coupon-a-rama

FEBRUARY 23, 2014

Saving money by smart shopping and using frugal ideas. Sometimes, the savings are huge. Stephanie Cooks. Passion for Savings. Crazy Coupon Savings. Marnies Coupon-a-ram-a. Starting Out. Coupons.com. Other Coupon Sites. Insert Preview. Policies/Sites. Coupon Databases. Unadvertise Deals. Contact Me. Lowes Clearance.

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