Coupons Do Work

OCTOBER 27, 2016

The holidays are around the corner and it is time to start stocking up on fall food essentials! I always need lots of mayo on hand around Thanksgiving time for leftover turkey sandwiches and my favorite deviled eggs appetizer! Here are some awesome recipe ideas: Knorr Sides Autumn Corn Chowder. 1 Lipton 20ct tea, exp.

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APRIL 14, 2015

Gwyneth Paltrow posted on her facebook page : There are a lot of people who use Food stamps (now known as SNAP), and the reality is, food stamps or not, anyone can live on $29 a week. They were the leftovers. Thus no food went to waste. Step 2: leftovers. any leftovers left and/or stockpile days.

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MARCH 11, 2016

Sunday: Leftover lasagna from Saturday. Wednesday: I used the last of the leftover turkey and stock that I saved from Thanksgiving and made Turkey Orzo Soup. Thursday: Much to my family’s dismay, it’s leftover night. One daughter declared, “I hate leftover night!” Tuesday: Easy Sausage Skillet.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Meal bowls are also a great way to use leftovers and random ingredients with endless variations. Most people struggle with leftovers, and this is a perfect way to turn them into a completely different meal ! A great sauce elevates the whole dish, and I have some ideas for you below. Less waste. Any crisp, fresh greens will do.

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DECEMBER 1, 2023

White rice and eggs is one of my go-to dishes when I don’t feel like cooking but still want something that feels like comfort food. It’s an excellent use for leftover rice and a great opportunity to use up leftovers. It’s simple, cheap comfort food. A little squeeze of fresh lemon is always a good idea.

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DECEMBER 18, 2014

DIY Lavender Bath Salts via Real Food Enthusiast These bath salts will help you relax while soothing your achy muscles at the same time. Peppermint Sugar Scrub via Real Food Enthusiast Bath & beauty stores make a killing on this stuff because most of us don’t realize how simple it is to make at home.

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DECEMBER 15, 2014

Stopping for take out would be easy (and expensive) since I drive by multiple fast food restaurants on my way home from work and swim team, but we have come to love our own version of Burrito Bowls much better than the chains. We enjoy them so much that they are on our menu at least once a week. Recipes - Main Dish'

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FEBRUARY 13, 2015

Sunday: Leftover ham & bean soup, homemade applesauce. I got the idea from last month’s Rachael Ray magazine. Thursday: Taco leftovers. My family gets a little testy on leftover night, but I don’t want to throw out any food, so they’ll have to deal with it. They make the BEST soup.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2014

Amazon has a great deal today on this 42-Piece Rubbermaid Easy Find Lid Food Storage Set. You know you will need to pack up Thanksgiving leftovers and probably Holiday party leftovers and Christmas leftovers. The post Rubbermaid Easy Find Lid 42-Piece Food Storage Set – $14.99 (Today Only!) cup, and 2.0-cup

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OCTOBER 27, 2023

Now that you’ve got some ideas for how to make extra money let’s dive into some ways you can make extra money on a tight budget ! Dining out, fast food drive-throughs, and Starbucks all have to stop. Pack your lunch, and focus on inexpensive meals like sandwiches and leftovers. Make it yourself. Anything goes.

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DECEMBER 17, 2013

Right now you can get the Easy Find Lid 30-Piece Food Storage Containers for only $6.92. This will be perfect for storing all those Holiday meal leftovers. Be sure you Follow me on Pinterest and check out my boards for recipes , craft ideas and other frugal living tips ! That matches the Black Friday price we saw!

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NOVEMBER 25, 2016

Everyone chips in though, but my mom and two aunts cook the bulk of the food. Saturday: I am roasting a turkey for my family, mostly for the leftovers, but also so the 4 of us can sit down as a family for a big meal. If funds are tight this Christmas, here’s a list of 30 FREE, but Thoughtful Gift Ideas.

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MAY 1, 2020

Eleven pounds of ham made a delicious Easter dinner with plenty of leftovers for another dinner, a breakfast casserole, and lots of ham sandwiches. One Pan Dinners are so simple and I threw this together impulsively with food in my fridge and freezer. Not hard to do for my family, so I scored 11 pound spiral ham for FREE!

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JANUARY 28, 2022

of Agriculture, a US family of 4 discards around $1500 a year on food waste. Imagine saving your family’s budget $1500 a year just by being more aware of your food waste and taking action to stop it. Designate one night a week as “raid the fridge’ night to get rid of leftovers. You’ll be thankful later. Utilize the Freezer.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2016

This Week’s Dinners: I tried two new recipes this week that I found on the Food Network’s website. We don’t have cable TV and that is one channel that I do miss, so I check that website often for recipe ideas. Sunday: Clean out the fridge: leftover ziti and other various leftovers. I NEED YOUR HELP!

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

Hot deal on this 5-pc stainless steel food storage set , just $5 (92% off! This is a great gift idea or maybe just for yourself. Serve and store food in style with these versatile stainless steel storage units with matching lids, and enjoy a timeless look that lasts. The post Stainless Steel Food Storage Set Just $8 Shipped!

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JANUARY 29, 2016

Sunday: We were still snowed in, and thankfully, we had plenty of food. We ate leftover ham & bean soup, kielbasa, and whatever we felt like eating. Tuesday: I made Burrito Bowls using leftovers from Monday night. Thursday : Pork tenderloin wraps with leftovers from Wednesday night. The sale price was $2.77

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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. Repurpose leftovers.

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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. Repurpose leftovers.

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DECEMBER 19, 2014

Amazon has a great deal today on this 42-Piece Rubbermaid Easy Find Lid Food Storage Set. You know you will need to pack up Christmas leftovers. Be sure you Follow me on Pinterest and check out my boards for recipes , craft ideas and other frugal living tips ! Today it’s on sale for $14.99. The set contains 5 each 0.5-cup,

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JANUARY 21, 2013

One package has two tenderloins, so I roasted them both at the same time and we had enough leftovers for two more meals. In a mini food processor, puree the garlic, herbs and olive oil into a paste. Additional Ideas: Serve with mango peach , tomato , or apple salsa. It is delicious when roasted. 2 lbs pork tenderloin.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 18, 2011

Top of the list though, has just got to be throwing food away. We could afford to double our food budget, and toss all kinds of food in the trash. We do do a pretty good job of recycling leftovers into new dishes. Chicken breasts into chicken salad or soup, and leftover vegetables into frittatas.

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For the Mommas

JANUARY 8, 2015

Tip 7: When heating leftovers, space out a circle in the middle. It will heat up your food much more evenly. Leave more such ideas that you have happened to come across and we will have a new article compiling your awesome ideas! That way you will be sure that you locked the door, turned the gas off, etc. Thanks, Alecia!

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APRIL 30, 2013

Here’s a cool idea! Head on over to The Thrifty Couple to learn how to grow your own pineapples from leftover pineapple tops. You can do this indoors or outdoors! It does take a couple years for the plant to produce a pineapple, but it sounds like a fun experiment! I’m anxious to try this one out. Have you ever tried this?

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APRIL 3, 2014

My husband and kids won’t tolerate a bare kitchen and bad, boring food–they would seriously revolt. They’ll give you an idea of how we spent the $425. And finally…Junk Food. I occasionally buy junk food. Lunches Included: leftovers. I felt like March was somewhat of a success.

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NOVEMBER 9, 2015

The leftovers can be stored in the freezer like I suggest below. If you want leftovers, you’ll want a bigger bird. Use a food thermometer to make sure the center of the stuffing reaches a safe minimum internal temperature of 165 °F. Here are 20 of my favorite leftover turkey recipes. Cook the turkey immediately.

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JANUARY 10, 2018

This item is a good idea for leftovers 0r for getting rid of old containers and replacing with new ones for the new year! BPA-free secure lids keep the food from spilling while transporting. These are perfect for keep leftovers and warming in the same container. If your family cooks a lot, these are a must have!

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FEBRUARY 19, 2016

I packed food for breakfast and lunches, but we did go out to dinner on both nights…did I mention we spent the entire weekend at a pool…restaurant budget blown! I ate the leftovers for lunch with tortilla chips. We’re always looking for new weekly meal plan ideas. Wednesday: Spaghetti night. I NEED YOUR HELP!

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NOVEMBER 12, 2014

When finances are tight, often the only area we can control is our food spending. By having a schedule and knowing what we usually eat, I can save money by buying many foods in bulk. Just be sure that your family will consume all of the food you purchase in bulk. I honestly don’t see a problem with that, if you can afford it.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2019

I like the idea of transforming items that I usually throw away into something useful. A nice way to keep those bulk foods you buy (to save money of course!) I’m loving this idea because my phone is always on the floor and this way I can keep track of it (and little feet may not accidentally step on my phone!).

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NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Thanksgiving is often full of foods that your child might not have on a regular basis, which may make them intimidating. Technically, this recipe is designed to use your Thanksgiving leftovers, but we think it could also be a brilliant addition to your Thanksgiving menu. Getting children to eat green foods isn’t always easy.

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MAY 4, 2016

Along with your orderly kitchen, you should also have an inventory of the food that you have on hand. Today, we’re going to plan meals using those inventories of foods you found in your pantry, fridge, and freezer. I also found a small container of leftover Chicken & Black Bean Taco Meat.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2019

of Agriculture, a US family of 4 discards around $1500 a year on food waste. Imagine saving your family’s budget $1500 a year just by being more aware of your food waste and taking action to stop it. Designate one night a week as “raid the fridge’ night to get rid of leftovers. You’ll be thankful later. Utilize the Freezer.

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MARCH 22, 2016

While I have success finding coupons in the Sunday paper and online printing sources, like Coupons.com for hygiene, paper, and cleaning products, food is another story. I don’t find too many coupons for foods that we eat and I only save about $3-5 in paper coupons on each weekly shopping trip, which is hardly extreme.

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FEBRUARY 6, 2015

My intent is twofold: to hold me accountable with our grocery spending and to give some ideas and insight into how we eat on a budget. She will try new foods and when she tells me she doesn’t like something, I believe her, because it doesn’t happen often. Are you enjoying these “what we ate on a budget” posts?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 2, 2011

If you’re used to being spontaneous with your choice of meals, the idea of planning your meals for the week in advance might seem tedious and unappealing, but there are some definite advantages involved. Here are 6 reasons why meal planning is a good idea: 1. You’ll save money. 3. You’ll waste less food.

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MAY 10, 2016

Dinner hour is often more like 15 minutes of scarfing down food before we have to leave for some kind of practice or meeting. I don’t agonize over dinner ideas, I just open up my freezer to see what’s available. Check out my Favorite 8 Freezer Meal Ideas. It was a huge success, both with time and money.

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