Nicoles Nickels

JUNE 5, 2013

Jamie and I first discovered Daiya Foods at the South Beach Wine and Food Festival in February. They had created some fun recipes with the cheeses and we were amazed when we tasted them that they were dairy free! They sell Daiya products at my local Whole Foods and the variety is amazing! Enter the Giveaway!

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Nicoles Nickels

AUGUST 9, 2013

She’s tried swapping them out for a gluten free version, with little success. So Amanda’s recipe at A Few Shortcuts this week is perfect timing for us. This Homemade Granola Bars recipe looks wonderful just as it is. The ingredients are foods I love, like pecans & oatmeal. Can''t wait to make my own!

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Saving Everyday

JULY 7, 2014

I had some roasted cauliflower I needed to use up, so I finally decided to try the infamous cauliflower “pizza crust” I’ve been seeing this recipe on Pinteret for months now. That step is in the recipe below, but I wanted to reiterate not to skip this step. printable recipe follows post). Ingredients.

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APRIL 17, 2019

My lemon basil pesto recipe is super easy to make and totally addictive! Every home cook needs a simple basil pesto recipe in their repertoire, especially in the spring and summer when fresh basil is abundant. The recipe is straight forward , but I’ve made this more times than I can count and have learned a few things.

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FEBRUARY 3, 2014

A lot of recipes call for regular ground beef, which is full of fat and yields a greasy soup. There’s nothing worse then seeing a ton of grease/fat floating around on top of your food. Another ingredient that’s common in most recipes is dry gravy mix, which is mostly artificial. printable recipe follows post).

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Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

I’ve been playing around with the idea of cooking up some freezer meals and doing a meal swap with my friends! For the freezer cooking, I just doubled the recipe for some of the dinners I was already making. I also made five of two of the meals for a meal swap. Then we all swapped.

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For the Mommas

OCTOBER 28, 2021

TenderCrisp Technology lets you quickly pressure cook to lock in juices, then swap lids for a crispy, golden air fry finish. 10-in-1 versatility lets you pressure cook, slow cook, steam, make yogurt, sear/sauté, air fry crisp, bake/roast, broil, dehydrate, and keep foods warm inside the pot. quart cooking pot and 4.6-quart

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NOVEMBER 16, 2023

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. My chicken was already shredded because that’s part of my weekly food prep. Swap the chicken out for whatever meat you have.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 2, 2022

Swap with another family who could use a date night too. Local fairs & festivals – Look for local fairs and festivals for low-cost games, food, and activities. Summer Food: Our diet changes over the summer. 40 Homemade Popsicle Recipes. 20 S’mores Recipes. 25 Burger Recipes.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 11, 2015

Host a Swap Meet. Swaps are a great theme for your moms’ group, the neighborhood, and family. How to Host a Cookie Swap. How to Host a Soup Swap. Gifts of food/baked goods. Read this post for ideas: 20 Christmas Breakfast Recipes. Have everyone bring their favorite Christmas cookie or treat to share.

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Couponing 101

JUNE 8, 2011

I mentioned in my menu plan last week that I was planning to do some freezer cooking as well as a meal swap with friends. For the freezer cooking, I just doubled the recipe for some of the dinners I was already making. I also made five of two of the meals for a meal swap. Then we all swapped.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2019

Swap with another family who could use a date night too. The initial kit includes the mesh garden and a voucher to order the caterpillars and food separately. Local fairs & festivals -Look for local fairs and festivals for low cost games, food and activities. Summer Food: Our diet changes over the summer.

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For the Mommas

OCTOBER 19, 2012

The Soup and Bread Cookbook aims to explore the social role of soup through a collection of terrific, affordable recipes from food activists, chefs, and others. Now neighbors across the country are getting together regularly for home-based “soup swaps.” Download: The Soup and Bread Cookbook.

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For the Mommas

DECEMBER 4, 2014

Have you used the same recipes over and over again for the past 10 years? Whether you’re searching for the perfect organic food supplier, or looking to swap your chemical-packed cleanser with something all-natural, expert author Lynn Huggins Cooper can help you turn your lifestyle from chemical nightmare to organic dream.

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Coupons Do Work

JANUARY 3, 2017

Costco and Whole Foods markets carry more Select and Prime cuts of meat. Swap the meat : Try Less Expensive Cuts of Meat : For example: If you love …rib-eye steak, try …CHUCK-EYE STEAK. Bargain supermarkets (Winco/Walmart) carry Standard and Choice grades. When I am on a strict budget, I am always looking for sales.

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For the Mommas

AUGUST 16, 2012

I am excited that Mandi was willing to share one of her recipes with us! . This includes: a set of printable recipe cards and access to all of the recipes from the book on PlantoEat.com. Discover more than 60 recipes for homemade kitchen staples like these in Easy Homemade, which is available for just $0.99

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MARCH 8, 2016

This homemade macaroni and cheese recipe is made with white cheddar, Havarti, and Parmesan and then tossed with crispy Hillshire Farm® Polska Kielbasa, green chilies, and green onions. This recipe was inspired by a meal we had a few weeks ago at a local Mexican restaurant. This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 4, 2011

Make it a habit to incorporate at least 5 different coloured foods a day into your diet. Swap your sweets. Try using recipes that give you several days worth of meals so you don’t have to slave over the stove for hours a day. Growing your own food is a great way to get hands on with your diet. Eat seasonally.

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Saving Everyday

JUNE 1, 2015

When the temps hit 80 and above, my husband craves foods that keep him cool. I know a lot of husbands that are meat and potatoes kind of guys and there is nothing with that, but I feel pretty lucky to have a guy that shares my love of food and will try just about anything! printable recipe follows post).

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

One way to save money on this is to simply make a list of all the single-use products you have at home and see if you can’t swap them for a longer-lasting option. Organize “Swap Days” In the time of our great-grandmas, there was something known as the barter trade. Minimizing food waste also helps you save money.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

Here are my freezer cooking tips and recipes. However, if you do use it , ask your gym if they swap volunteer hours for a free membership. Also, look into food delivery services, such as GrubHub, Uber Eats, and Door Dash. Challenge yourself to avoid take out and put any extra money towards your emergency fund.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 22, 2012

Today I’m participating in the Ultimate Blog Swap. You’ll find me posting over at The Holistic Mama about Saving Money on Organic Food , and I’m excited to welcome Camille from Growing Up Gabel to Family Balance Sheet : One of the many ways that I save money is by making things I would otherwise buy at the store. Thanks for reading.

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Frugal Luxuries

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

This post has been reprinted from the Frugal Luxuries Food blog circa 2009. Eat by design: Establish a food budget and then design a weekly, bi weekly or monthly menu. Bring along only the cash amount you have allotted for food provisions, as well as a pen and paper or calculator To keep a running tab.

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Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 13, 2015

Pick-ups are a great time to swap recipes, host a potluck, or catch up with friends! I tried a box of some of the foods that Wholsale offers – everything from Justin’s Nut Butter to Terra Chips to KIND bars – they have everything! Pretty sweet deal.

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