Family Balance Sheet
NOVEMBER 12, 2014
Having a routine keeps me scheduled so that I don’t forget to prep something and end up tempted to eat out. By having a schedule and knowing what we usually eat, I can save money by buying many foods in bulk. Tacos, Burritos, & Quesadillas. As is usually the case, I now find myself benefiting from her wisdom.
Saving Everyday
AUGUST 1, 2022
For example, if you’re making shredded chicken for tacos, make extra and freeze some for another meal. I usually batch cook a few things on Monday that we can eat from all week. Repurpose leftovers. Eating up those leftovers prevents food waste, period! Dining out is something you can stop immediately.
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Saving Everyday
AUGUST 1, 2022
For example, if you’re making shredded chicken for tacos, make extra and freeze some for another meal. I usually batch cook a few things on Monday that we can eat from all week. Repurpose leftovers. Eating up those leftovers prevents food waste, period! Dining out is something you can stop immediately.
Family Balance Sheet
MAY 14, 2013
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. For lunch, we usually pack a cooler with food each day that we are at the beach and eat out somewhere for lunch on the one day when we need a sun-break. Create A Budget.
Couponing 101
JANUARY 15, 2015
Eat Leftovers Leftovers will become our close friends. We always *intend* to use our leftovers but they usually end up in the back of the fridge, to be discovered only when it’s too late. Repurpose Leftovers My husband is very skilled at repurposing leftovers. This way the food doesn’t “feel” like leftovers!
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. In our house, we've all begun to fall into a summer schedule and are living life a bit more leisurely these days. Thus, the weekly menu has not been what it ought to be. That needs to get nipped in the bud!
Family Balance Sheet
JANUARY 8, 2014
If pork tenderloins are on sale, my menu will include Roasted Garlic & Herb Pork Tenderloin and I’ll use the leftovers on another night for tacos. 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. If whole chickens are on sale for.79/pound,
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