For the Mommas

APRIL 13, 2016

LongHorn Steakhouse – New Dinner & Lunch Coupons. Love eating out! Then make sure you print two New LongHorn Steak House Coupons to save on your next eat out! Both these food coupons expire on 5/2/16! PRINT: $4 Off 2 Dinner Entrees . $3 3 Off 2 Dinner Entrees .

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Dinner Lunch Lunches Eating Out 40

Couponing 101

JANUARY 22, 2019

Amazon is offering a deal for 70% off these convenient mini food storage containers ! capacity is the perfect size for homemade baby food , meal prepping, or even storing small craft supplies. Having things in the house that make it easier to make and store your own food is guaranteed to save you money.

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Storage Food Homemade School Lunch 58

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 5, 2014

Do you make enough money to cover your mortgage or rent, groceries, transportation, and other essential expenses, but find yourself on a treadmill of not being able to save? Let’s say you are eating lunch out 4 days out of five per week. Let’s say you are eating lunch out 4 days out of five per week.

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Budget Budgeting May Lunch 245

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.

Economical 173

Economical Kitchen Grocery Groceries 173

Coupons Do Work

OCTOBER 30, 2016

Halloween is here and that means FREEBIES — when eating out! I don’t and that means if there are places where I can get free food or where my kids will eat free, I will do it ! Here are 12 places to eat free this Halloween 2016. Some exclusions do apply so read the rules before you print the coupon.

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Halloween Baskin Robbins Freebies Food 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 1, 2014

The family in the documentary was what many Americans might consider “extreme”, as they only shopped at a farmers market which sold locally sourced food (cutting back on the emissions from transportation of food as well as the chemicals required to preserve the food in transport). Get Take Out/Eat Out Less.

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Documentary Eating Out Kids and Family Food and Drink 173

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2012

Even if you don’t consciously add salt to your food, you’re not necessarily in the clear as many foods contain added salt and you may well be consuming a lot more salt than you realize. Know which foods are high in salt. Some foods contain a lot of salt including bacon, cheese, ham, olives, salami and smoked meat and fish.

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Consumer Eating Out Salad Dressing Nutrition 187

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

When finances are tight, often the only area we can control is our food spending. While my husband works hard to bring the money in, my job is to make it go as far as it can while feeding our family healthy meals. This makes meal planning simpler and has saved me a ton of money. Here’s what it looks like for us.

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Grocery Spending Grocery Groceries Food and Drink 246

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 14, 2013

Less than five more weeks of the mad morning dash to make it to the bus stop on time and then we''ll start counting down the days until our summer vacation. Every year, we split the rent on a beach condo with other family members to make a week away affordable for everyone involved. Make a list of expenditures. Create A Budget.

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Vacation Saving Money Money Food and Drink 153

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 2, 2014

We wake up, stroll to the kitchen, sit in a chair, hop in the car to drive to work, sit in a chair at the office all day, go to lunch with the gang and sit in a chair, hop in the car to drive home, then sit in a chair to watch TV. We have to make a special effort to exercise, even sometimes spending money to do so. Stop Eating Out!

Food and Drink 167

Food and Drink Parenting Kids and Family Eating Out 167

Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

Like housing, utilities, and insurance, food is a major expense you can’t go without. Reducing your food expenses is one of the best ways to reduce your overall spending and find extra money in your budget ! Consistently using things you already have not only saves money but also prevents food waste. Make it a priority.

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Groceries Grocery Food and Drink Saving 52

Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

Like housing, utilities, and insurance, food is a major expense you can’t go without. Reducing your food expenses is one of the best ways to reduce your overall spending and find extra money in your budget ! Consistently using things you already have not only saves money but also prevents food waste. Make it a priority.

Groceries 52

Groceries Grocery Food and Drink Saving 52

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

My interest in frugality is less about saving money specifically, and more about making good use of the resources I have. Making good use of the resources I have – not only money, but my health, physical abilities, skills, etc. For me, being in the kitchen and making food for people is an act of love.

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Kids and Family Parenting Cars Car 191

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

If you are struggling with the rising grocery prices or maybe you need to make room for your family’s growing appetites, take a look at the following list and see what changes you can make to cut your grocery bill…and still eat really well! Also, I plan for everything–breakfasts, lunches, snacks, and dinners.

Saving Money 130

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 130

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 8, 2014

To achieve those goals I need to review our spending to see where I can make some cuts. If there is one budget category that can quickly get out of control for me, it is GROCERIES. If I don’t plan our meals and my shopping list, I spend too much money and make too many extra stops to the grocery store during the week.

Meals 186

Meals Simple Menu Planning Menu Plans 186

Couponing 101

JUNE 14, 2019

We always make sure to buy a large pack of water before leaving on a trip. Packing your own cereal, fruit, lunch meat, cheese, peanut butter, and bread can save you TONS of money when traveling! It’s definitely worth it to keep refilling the ice in the ice chest to keep the food cold.

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Travel Frugal Hotel Food and Drink 85

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 5, 2014

For example, when I was trying to get healthy unsuccessfully, I cut back my daily soda habit to one or two times a week, I only stopped for fast food twice a month, and I started making the organic mac n’ cheese instead of Kraft. And of course making sure I run the next day to burn off the extra indulgence.

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Food and Wine Goals Finance Wine 232

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 1, 2011

Make a list of expenditures. Brainstorm all of the expenditures that you will have and make a list. Maybe you don’t want to cook at all during your vacation or maybe eating out for every meal is beyond what your budget can handle. We include breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks in our planning.

Vacation 178

Vacation Saving Money Money Food and Drink 178

For the Mommas

JULY 24, 2016

Eat out less. One of the biggest expenses you probably incur is eating out. The average person spends over $2,000 a year on eating out. And as an added bonus, leftovers make a great lunch the next day. Instead of eating out, pack your lunch. Reduce convenience foods.

Frugal Lives 49

Frugal Lives Frugal Living Frugal Magazine and Newspaper Subscriptions 49

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2014

If not, it isn’t too late to make one – and this is one resolution that you can succeed at, too. I have many ways for you to start saving, including couponing, but before you become overwhelmed with the idea, here are 10 tips that are simple, easy and will make you one savvy shopper in 2014, so you can start saving more.

2014 88

2014 Saving Bills Emergency Fund 88

The Coupon Game

SEPTEMBER 8, 2011

With the cooler morning weather, I feel like gettin' cozy with my food choices for this week's menu. So, for that reason, I've chosen some comfort foods that include firing up my trusty crockpot! I'll be making many of my meals this week with the ease of slow cooking. Look below for the recipe for Double Nutella Cupcakes.

Menu Planning 85

Menu Planning Menu Plans Cupcakes A&W 85

Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 24, 2014

At my locations here in Nashville, prices start at $13.99, so this will make for an affordable date night! Being Italian, I’m can be pretty picky when it comes to eating out. The food is not fancy – it’s just good, Italian food done right! Even their lunch portions are very generous.

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Restaurant Nashville Dining Lunch 51

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 3, 2017

If not, it isn’t too late to make one – and this is one resolution that you can succeed at, too. It is an eye-opening experience and will allow you to figure out what you can cut back on, as well as what is a necessary expense. What about eating out? Pack a lunch and watch your savings grow. How about clothes?

New Year's 40

New Year's Saving Bills Emergency Fund 40

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

Make it a game and be creative when looking for money within your budget and finding new ways to earn extra money. It sounds dreadful, but it is possible to reduce your grocery bill without making everyone in your family miserable. For ideas, read: 5 Make-Ahead Breakfast Ideas. 5 – Brown bag your lunch.

Emergency Fund 130

Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 9, 2012

If you make $50,000 a year after taxes and spend $60,000 a year, your finances are going backward. You won’t make any sacrifices. But there is no way you are going to give up cable, the cell phone, eating out or your gym membership. Perhaps a walk with a friend instead of lunch. Or making your own coffee.

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Money Debt Finance Credit Cards 203

Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Before we dive into how to save money when traveling, it helps to MAKE extra money for your trip, and we’ve got a comprehensive post on ways to make extra cash. How to Save Money When Traveling When it comes to traveling, the three main areas you can save are accommodations, travel, and food. Let’s break it down.

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Saving Money Money Travel Hotel 52

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.

Food and Drink 40

Food and Drink The Biggest Loser Lunch Lunches 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 4, 2011

Know that money is limited and people need to make choices between things. Make change. Food Related. Show the kids how you are paying and explain the concept (checks, cash, debit, credit, food stamps or whatever). Let them buy something once in a while with their own money – making sure to count their change.

Money 187

Money Parenting Kids and Family Gasoline 187

The Coupon Game

MAY 12, 2011

I notice I tend to desire to eat out more when the menu isn't planned, which in turn causes a higher cost in our food budget. That needs to get nipped in the bud! So, here's my Menu Plan for the week: (We start on Thursdays because it's always been my grocery shopping day.)

Menu Planning 49

Menu Planning Menu Plans A&W Homemade 49

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Personally, if I don’t make a shopping list and plan my meals, my grocery budget is toast. When I don’t plan, I make multiple trips to the store, eat out too often, and most certainly blow our budget. Also, I plan for everything–breakfasts, lunches, snacks, and dinners. According to the U.S.

Saving Money 113

Saving Money Grocery Groceries Money 113

Nicoles Nickels

JANUARY 6, 2013

Make sure to read his post below. Some of my close friends and family have signed up after hearing me rave about the food and see how well Jamie and I are both doing. Some of my close friends and family have signed up after hearing me rave about the food and see how well Jamie and I are both doing. Weight loss this week: 2.6

Food and Drink 76

Food and Drink Fuel Lunch Lunches 76

Nicoles Nickels

JANUARY 13, 2013

Make sure to read his post below. This was a good week for both of us – we didn’t eat out at all and I even passed up pizza during a lunch meeting at work in favor of my Cheesy Homestyle Potatoes lunch! We just got Jamie’s next frozen food order today and woohoo! Weight loss this week: 1.8

Food and Wine 71

Food and Wine Food and Drink Lunch Lunches 71

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 26, 2011

I have been able to save on things like food, gas, and clothing. Here are some examples: Stop eating out on the weekend. If you’re lacking on equipment front, check out Amazon for some great deals on appliances. Stop buying lunch every day. Instead, do a bit of planning and bring a lunch to work.

Bills 124

Bills Money Insurance Saving Money 124

Nicoles Nickels

APRIL 21, 2013

The smell persists in the office making me not want to eat there and this week I had several doctor’s appointments which threw me off track. I do great for breakfast, dinner and dessert, it’s lunch that gets me! I am excited to get a new food order hopefully this week so my favorites will be back.

Food and Drink 61

Food and Drink Birthday Soda Lunch 61

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2015

If not, it isn’t too late to make one – and this is one resolution that you can succeed at, too. It is an eye-opening experience and will allow you to figure out what you can cut back on, as well as what is a necessary expense. What about eating out? Pack a lunch and watch your savings grow. How about clothes?

New Year's 40

New Year's Saving Bills Emergency Fund 40

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 19, 2014

We ate at home a lot and watched our food budget carefully. We still allotted a lot of money for food, but we were careful not to go too far over budget. Daniel cut some of his business expenses by cutting out a monthly fee for a co-working space and cutting out monthly charges for services he didn’t need anymore.

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Debt Debt Free Finance Friends And Family Sale 245

For the Mommas

APRIL 11, 2016

If you are like us, you love to eat out but sometimes it is such a hassle. All you have to do is order online to pick up your meal at a certain time and use the code 20TOGO at check out! To get this awesome deal, head over here to check out the menu. Doesn’t that make an easy dinner? SAVE $2.00

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Arm and Hammer Jimmy Dean Excedrin Herbal Essence 40