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35 Money-Saving Grocery Tips | Kitchen Economics

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A couple of years ago, I coined the term, Kitchen Economics , after I read a dictionary definition of the word "economics" : "the science that deals with the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services, or the material welfare of humankind." Freeze your garden harvest - green beans , hot pepper. Produce Tips.

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Vegetable Freezer Bags for Homemade Chicken Stock | Kitchen Economics

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When it's time to make stock, I'll dump the contents of one bag into my crock pot, along with the chicken carcass, salt, pepper, parsley from my garden , and garlic. become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook. It really is that easy. Do you make your own chicken stock? Do you shop at Aldi? Let us know in the comments. Thanks for reading.

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Zucchini Basil Corn Muffins

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If you are looking for new ways to use up your garden zucchini and basil and you don''t mind turning on your oven, try these savory and tasty Zucchini Basil Corn Muffins. become a fan and ''like'' FBS on Facebook. Kitchen Economics Easy Summer Food Recipes - Breads' become a Twitter follower.

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Resolve to Lower Your Grocery Spending

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I started a new weekly series in 2011 called, Kitchen Economics. Freeze Your Garden Produce Now and You'll be Thanking Yourself Later. become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook. Every Wednesday, I post a quick tip to help you save money in the kitchen. Batch Cooking and Freezing: Chicken Breasts for Future Use. Thanks for reading.

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How to Make Simple Syrup

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To add some flavor, I infuse the syrup with herbs from my garden--pineapple sage, lemon verbena, and lavender. become a fan and ''like'' FBS on Facebook. Kitchen Economics Recipes - Sauces Recipes - Beverages' To sweeten our tea, I make a simple syrup. My favorite is the lavender. become a Twitter follower.

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Friday Links – Fridays Are Just Another Day

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Do know that once my life stabilizes I will be back to being your support and fan on a regular basis. Who has started their garden? My current lack is just temporary. Enough about me. What interesting stuff are you all up to for the weekend? Any one heading somewhere warm for a winter vacation?

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How to Freeze Basil

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I didn't bother growing basil in my garden this year, because we always receive such large quantities from our CSA. become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook. I froze the last batch that we received to use later in the fall and winter when I make a lot of soups and casseroles. Let us know in the comments. Thanks for reading.

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