Couponing 101

JULY 5, 2011

Here is our menu plan for the week! Breakfasts: Scrambled Eggs with Cheese, Toast with Homemade Jelly (we’ll eat this most mornings). Homemade Pizza. Chicken Taquitos ( from the freezer ) , Cucumber Tomato Salad, Watermelon. Ravioli ( from the freezer ) , Salad. Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Fresh Fruit.

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Menu Planning Menu Plans Leftovers Freezers 56

The Coupon Game

DECEMBER 1, 2011

I am trying to get back into the swing of things, and back into menu planning. I can take the meat out of the freezer the night before to thaw, and I'm ready to go when dinner time rolls around. So, here's my menu plan come back! It helps me to keep myself organized when I know what's for dinner each night.

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Menu Planning Menu Plans Del Monte A&W 49

The Coupon Game

AUGUST 19, 2011

For more menu plan ideas, click HERE and scroll through my past menu plans. It always makes life interesting (or super boring) for me to challenge the creative side in me! YUMMY SNACKS: Frozen Banana Bites.

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Menu Planning Menu Plans Lunch Lunches 49

The Frugal Girl

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Sunday I went freezer spelunking and found a jar of homemade butter chicken sauce, a bag with two chicken thighs, and a package of marked-down naan. So I may go freezer spelunking again. I cut up some produce for a side. and Zoe was at a friend’s birthday party. What did you have for dinner this week?

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Ovens Dinner Green And Frugal Freezers 193

The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Sunday This was the day I had the squash soup/homemade crouton combo, in an effort to clean out my freezer. Zoe had the rest of her sushi burrito, and I had the rest of the butternut squash soup, along with some more homemade croutons. It’s usually sandwiches or tacos with me!) Zoe fended for herself. ?

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Leftovers Burritos Homemade Freezers 130

The Coupon Game

JULY 7, 2011

Cereal w/Skim Milk & Fresh Fruit DINNER: Homemade Prairie Buffalo Burgers w/Sweet Potato Fries & Salad Homemade Macaroni & Cheese (not exactly low-fat!) w/ Homemade Fish Sticks ( Make more than enough & Freeze for lunches or future dinner! Also, I quadruple the recipe so that I can freeze lots.

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Couponing 101

SEPTEMBER 2, 2014

My friend Erin from 5dollardinners.com has created an awesome time-saving meal plan where you can make 20 Gluten-Free Freezer Crock-Pot Meals from Costco for only $150 ! I opted to purchase the plan that included the assembly videos and I am SO glad I did! 20 Gluten-Free Freezer Crock-Pot Meals from Costco for $150!

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Crock Pots and Slow Cookers Costco Freezers Meals 111

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Monday I had a free frozen pizza from Safeway sitting in my chest freezer, so that’s what we ate! Sunday I had eaten a late lunch so I don’t think I even actually ate an official dinner. And Zoe picked up some dinner on the way home from work. Tuesday Butternut squash soup , plus grilled cheese sandwiches. Rolls > turkey.

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Fridays Bath and Body Works Thanksgiving Pancakes 207

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

There’s a reason why menu planning is #1 on this list. When I plan a menu, my spending is generally under control. When I don’t plan, I make multiple trips to the store, eat out too often, and most certainly blow our budget. Utilize the Freezer. Here are my favorite 8 Freezer Meals.

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Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 130

Couponing 101

JANUARY 6, 2012

I admit to completely dropping the ball with menu planning. I think I only wrote out a weekly menu twice in those two months. So, as you can imagine, things were even crazier due to my lack of planning. Here are a few of the things I noticed happening when I didn’t plan out our meals: We shopped more often.

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Saving Money Meals Money Menu Planning 98

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

There’s a reason why menu planning is #1 on this list. When I plan a menu, my spending is generally under control. When I don’t plan, I make multiple trips to the store, eat out too often, and most certainly blow our budget. Utilize the Freezer. Here’s my favorite 8 Freezer Meals.

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Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 113

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2016

If you plan for your grocery trip, you should be able to stay on track. When I don’t plan, I am sure to blow our budget. That is a lot of money, so I plan a menu. Develop your own routine and read my post, Eleven Tips for Easier Menu Planning for more ideas. Utilize the Freezer.

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Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 100

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 9, 2011

Menu Plan As I have written before, groceries are the one category that I feel like I have the most control over when it comes to spending. When I plan a menu, my spending is generally under control. Develop your own routine and read my post, Eleven Tips for Easier Menu Planning for more ideas.

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Economical Saving Money Kitchen Money 164

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

The easiest way to reduce your grocery spending is to plan your meals. Read 11 Simple Menu Planning Tips to learn how to reduce your grocery bill without making everyone in your family miserable. Here are a few ideas: Meal Plan. Try freezer cooking. Here are my freezer cooking tips and recipes.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100

Frugal Luxuries

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

For several years now I've been motivated to action when reading her classic, tried-and-true frugal tricks and tips as she menu plans, money manages and enjoys the luxuries of a simple life with her family. Shopped my pantry and freezer when creating this weeks' menu. It's getting a new coat of paint along with the house.

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Art Frugal Painting Home and Garden 40