Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 2, 2013

It works best when the foods are as close to nature as possible. The best place to prepare your food is your own kitchen, so you have more control over what goes into your meals. Food doesn’t have to be bland and boring; spice it up with curries, sauces and condiments.

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Making Food and Drink Meals Activism 186

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 13, 2011

Other names that may be found on the packaging include fructose, sucrose and corn syrup but they all mean the same thing – hidden sugar. Where possible, swap sugary foods for fruit, raw vegetables and other snacks that won’t lead to weight gain. Don’t cut out treats altogether. Stock up on whole grains. Are you really hungry?

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Wellness Swap Motivation Consumer 199

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. Have a plan.

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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. Have a plan.

Groceries 52

Groceries Grocery Food and Drink Saving 52

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 22, 2012

Believe it or not, those name brand foods, household goods, clothing, and accessories you buy can be found in the same aisles with the name of the store stamped on them. See, you aren’t going without your favorite things; they just come in a different package. Embrace the Food Network. Buy Store Brands. Used Doesn’t Mean Abused.

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Saving Money Money Budgeting Budget 221

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Originally for groceries, it has expanded to include clothing, entertainment and eating out, pet supplies and other categories. Rakuten How it works: Rakuten (formerly known as Ebates) rewards shoppers with cash back on purchases from well-known retailers, restaurants and food delivery services.

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Money Making Bank Banking 52

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2014

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? And when you are eating out, you can find a restaurant near you that offers FREE kids’ meals by visiting KidsMealDeals.com. Making Homemade Baby Food.

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2014 Saving Bills Emergency Fund 88

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 3, 2017

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? And when you are eating out, you can find a restaurant near you that offers FREE kids’ meals by visiting KidsMealDeals.com. Making Homemade Baby Food.

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New Year's Saving Bills Emergency Fund 40

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2015

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? And when you are eating out, you can find a restaurant near you that offers FREE kids’ meals by visiting KidsMealDeals.com. Making Homemade Baby Food.

New Year's 40

New Year's Saving Bills Emergency Fund 40

Couponing 101

JANUARY 15, 2015

What we’re NOT paying for: • Groceries • Household Items • Clothing • Meals Out • Entertainment How we’ll manage: Eat from the Pantry/Freezer We have a very well-stocked freezer and pantry, of which we’ll be taking advantage. Realistically, we could eat from our pantry/freezer for well OVER a month.

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Leftovers Freezers Gift Cards January 40

Work With What You've Got

APRIL 12, 2010

I would give up satellite TV, the data package on my cell phone and new clothes before I would give up my Sugar Free Red Bull. I shove them in my purse, I fold the corner down to mark my place and I spill food on them, but I love them. I love food. Oh man do I love food. And my favorite kind of food is bar food.

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Las Vegas Girls Red Bull Fry's 40

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. I've been lazy in the past and just planned for the work week and ignored the fact that we do need to eat on the weekends. Plan for all seven days.

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Menu Planning Menu Plans Economical Kitchen 138

Nicoles Nickels

FEBRUARY 16, 2012

I am trying to make this goal come true by feeding my family healthy foods whenever I am able and making better choices for everyone when we do eat out. The theme for today is “A Healthy and Safe 2012″ Obviously health and safety are two of our most important priorities as they should be!

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Giveaway Goals Consumer San Francisco 105

Coupons Do Work

FEBRUARY 4, 2016

Eating out deals: I also look for places where kids eat free if my kids are with me (even when I am not traveling) : check out list of places where kids eat free. InterContinental : Book our Dinner on Us package enjoy dinner for two each night of your stay at one of our hotel’s on-site restaurants.

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