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Homemade Burrito Bowls

Family Balance Sheet

When everyone gets home from school, work and our activities, we are ALL famished. 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.

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How We Frugal-ed in June 2022

Family Balance Sheet

Fast forward to early March 2020…pre-shutdown…my refrigerator was leaking and the freezer lights stopped working. The funny thing is that my fridge stopped leaking, and the freezer lights not working didn’t bother me. But by spring 2022, the refrigerator lights stopped working and that is annoying. Penny Deals?

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Homemade Stromboli

Family Balance Sheet

I thought it would be a lot of work, but in fact, it is quite easy! I use my dough hook attachment with my mixer to make dough, but you could also use the dough attachment on your food processor. You will also need to flour your hands too to work with the sticky dough. Recipes - Breads Recipes - Main Dish'

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Cooking Date 101: The Ultimate Supermarket Shopping List to Prepare Your Kitchen

Koupon Karen

It’s not just about the food you want to cook but also about setting the right mood and ensuring you have everything needed to create a delightful culinary experience. From the main ingredients to the wine, dessert, and even the ambiance-enhancing elements, we’ve got you covered. Proteins – This could be your main dish.

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Chicken Protein Bowls + Tips & Variations

Saving Everyday

To reduce food waste, we prepared these mostly with ingredients that needed to be used. My oven-baked rice is part of my weekly food prep. Roasted peppers are also part of my weekly food prep. A squeeze of fresh lime adds acidity and brightens up the dish. They add a salty, spicy element to any dish. Less waste.

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Easy Tuna Pasta Salad | High Protein Recipe

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Start with the sauce and work on everything else while the pasta boils. This allows the flavors to come together while you work on other things. Add the cottage cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon, vinegar, and seasonings to a small food processor or blender. A big spatula works well and doesn’t break up the pasta.

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How To Throw A Lavish Holiday Party On A Tight Budget

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

You can prepare the main dish and assign guests the duty of bringing appetizers, side dishes, drinks, or dessert. We get to celebrate our religious beliefs, take time off from work, consume holiday treats, relax. You can spend a lot of money keeping your guests well fed if you’re not careful.

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