The Frugal Girl

MARCH 6, 2024

If you have a chest freezer or other non-defrosting freezer, homemade bread can stay fresh for several months in its frozen state. The repeated defrosting cycles tend to cause freezer burn on foods pretty quickly, so I try not to keep things in my kitchen freezer for long at all. Good enough is good enough. Further questions?

Grocery Spending 188

Grocery Spending Groceries Grocery Sewing 188

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! Knowing what’s on hand will prevent food waste and make menu planning easier.

Saving Money 98

Saving Money Meals Money Menu Planning 98

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 15, 2013

This week''s bundle takes you back to the basics with 5 cooking resources to help you meal plan, create your own recipes, make homemade condiments and reduce waste. With a little planning, you can save time and money in your kitchen, and this week only get all 5 ebooks for just $7.40, or 85% off their list price!

Cooking 100

Cooking Food Waste Meals Recipes 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 4, 2013

Our consumer-driven society is one that results in a great deal of waste. From food waste to packaging to disposable items, there are a lot of resources being used by humans. This consumption of resources — and the waste it produces — is not sustainable. Nor is it healthy. Go Green'

Re-use 278

Re-use Home and Garden Bulk Electronics 278

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl? The Frugal Girl is one of the few blogs whose URL I have memorized, so I’ve never missed an entry! How did you get interested in saving money? My interest in frugality is less about saving money specifically, and more about making good use of the resources I have.

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Kids and Family Parenting Cars Car 189