The Coupon Game

JUNE 23, 2011

As you all know, I typically do my grocery shopping on Thursdays, therefore, that is also the day that I plan my weekly menu. For my menu planning, I start by scouring my freezer, fridge, and pantry to see what I have on-hand already. Last week, our menu plan seemed to go out the window.

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JUNE 27, 2011

I forgot to make a menu plan last week and it was a disaster! Menu planning really does save you a lot of time. Here is our menu plan for this week! Lunches: Leftovers. Dinners: Bean Burritos ( from the freezer ) , Salad. For more Menu Plans visit I’m an Organizing Junkie!

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Saving Cents With Sense

SEPTEMBER 5, 2013

Getting Started: Menu Planning Basics. An easy fix to the meal scramble and wonder of what to put on the table, is the option of menu planning. Meal Planning can be done in many different ways and customized to however your family eats. Menu Planning Basics. The question of “What’s for dinner?”

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Couponing 101

JULY 5, 2011

Here is our menu plan for the week! Lunches: Leftovers. Chicken Taquitos ( from the freezer ) , Cucumber Tomato Salad, Watermelon. Ravioli ( from the freezer ) , Salad. Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes ( from the freezer ) , Steamed Broccoli. For more Menu Plans visit I’m an Organizing Junkie!

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The Frugal Girl

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Tuesday Zoe had some pizza leftovers, and I ate leftover salad, but this time I dumped the last crumbs from a Doritos bag on my salad, and that was 10/10. Friday I have some chicken thighs in the freezer so maybe I will do something with those for the two of us. Here’s a real-life photo, with dark lighting. Girl dinner?

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Leftovers Dinner Chiquita Green And Frugal 197

Couponing 101

JUNE 13, 2011

Thanks to my Freezer Cooking Week , I have quite a few meals in my freezer right now. I will be planning to eat one or two per week and will be continuing to swap one meal per week with friends. We also purchased a 40 lb case of chicken from Zaycon Foods so we’ll be processing all of that for the freezer this week.

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Couponing 101

JUNE 7, 2011

Last week’s freezer cooking plan went really well! I now have a freezer stocked with homemade dinners that I can pull out for nights when I need a quick meal. I’ll share a little more about my freezer meals later on this week. Lunches: Leftovers. For more Menu Plans visit I’m an Organizing Junkie!

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Couponing 101

MAY 23, 2011

Here is our menu plan this week: Breakfasts: Scrambled Eggs with Cheese (we eat this most mornings). Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Pancakes (I made about 50 of these for the freezer last week). Lunches: Leftovers. For more Menu Plans visit I’m an Organizing Junkie! Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Fresh Fruit.

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The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 5, 2024

Monday I’d gotten a loaf of cinnamon bread out of the freezer on New Year’s Eve day, so I used some of that on Monday to make French toast, which we ate with whipped cream and berries. But I can tell you that the pasta is ALL gone now, so dinner will not include leftover pasta again. Friday I don’t know!

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Couponing 101

MAY 31, 2011

This week I’m making freezer meals! By making freezer meals now before it gets too hot here in Texas, I am able to serve my family healthy meals without spending a lot of time in the hot kitchen ! That is another way to stock your freezer without spending a lot of time and money. Lunches: Leftovers. Bean Burritos*.

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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! Friday We’ve got leftovers, so that’s probably what we will eat tonight. Sunday I had eaten a late lunch so I don’t think I even actually ate an official dinner. Rolls > turkey.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 13, 2014

Last week, we cleaned and organized our pantry and food cupboards and this week, we’re going to focus on our refrigerator and freezer. By keeping our kitchens organized, menu planning will be much easier, we’ll reduce our food waste, and we’ll be less likely to buy duplicates. Discard outdated food.

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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. Designate one night a week as “raid the fridge’ night to get rid of leftovers.

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The Coupon Game

JULY 7, 2011

You'll notice in my Meal Plan this week that I use several blueberry recipes. That is simply because I have an abundance of blueberries right now and we are loving all the recipes we can use them in! Also, I quadruple the recipe so that I can freeze lots. Add 1 cup of blueberries at end. Make Ahead & Freeze! )

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The Frugal Girl

OCTOBER 13, 2023

What We Ate Saturday I had three chicken thighs in the freezer, so I thawed them and made bourbon chicken and broccoli over rice. Monday A longggg lecture day for me, and I had leftover chicken. Sunday I pan-sauteed some chicken thighs, shredded them, and we ate the meat on buns, with barbecue sauce. Fruit salad and chips on the side.

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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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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. Designate one night a week as “raid the fridge’ night to get rid of leftovers.

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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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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2016

If you plan for your grocery trip, you should be able to stay on track. Develop your own routine and read my post, Eleven Tips for Easier Menu Planning for more ideas. Designate one night a week as “raid the fridge’ night to get rid of leftovers. Utilize the Freezer. You’ll be thankful later.

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Coupons Do Work

APRIL 14, 2015

They were the leftovers. This is what I do: Step 1 : make a monthly menu plan and stick it on the fridge or the wall. This is what I do: Step 1 : make a monthly menu plan and stick it on the fridge or the wall. Note: to see my example of a monthly menu plan, click here. Step 2: leftovers.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 31, 2013

Start Menu Planning. Menu planning is an excellent way to cut down on overspending at the grocery store. By planning out your family’s meals for the upcoming week, you can determine precisely what ingredients you need. Casseroles are another great way to use leftovers from another meal.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 8, 2014

When I don’t plan our meals, I’m pulling my hair out at dinner hour trying to figure out what ingredients I have on hand or what will replace the frozen chicken that I did not take out to thaw. Keep your pantry, freezer and refrigerator organized. ” 3. If whole chickens are on sale for.79/pound,

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Coupons Do Work

MARCH 17, 2015

Food: I do a monthly menu plan. I take what I have in my pantry, check out my kids sports schedule and plan accordinly. on the weekends, she makes food for the week, cooks it and puts it in the fridge and/or freezer, writes it out on a piece of paper what to heat up and instructions with that. My aunt told me.

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The Frugal Girl

OCTOBER 20, 2023

<3 Sunday Pulled pork from the freezer, on buns, with fruit on the side. Tuesday I used leftover chicken to make half of this chicken and biscuits recipe. Friday We have some leftover pizza and also some leftover pulled pork, so I think that’s what’ll be on the menu.

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The Frugal Girl

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Sunday I made chicken fingers to use up some random pieces of chicken in my freezer, and we had fruit on the side. Wednesday Zoe didn’t get home until later, so she ate some leftover sandwiches. Monday We had a simple dinner of ham, rolls, and fruit salad. and served them with some fruit and sliced veggies.

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The Coupon Game

JUNE 16, 2011

Here's the Breakdown: Bakery Pizza Dough (2): $1.99 = Paid $3.98/2 2 Breyer's All Natural Ice Cream (2): BOGO $5.99 = Paid $5.99/2 2 Tropicana Pure Premium Orange Juice, 59-oz (3): $3.00 - 3 $1/1 Peelies on bottles = Paid $6/3 Smart Balance Milk, 1/2 gal: $2.50 - $.75/1 75/1 Printable HERE = Paid $1.75/1 55/1 Peelies = Paid $7.76/4 lb = Paid $.55/1

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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. Not enough time in the morning to make breakfast AND pack a lunch, one word: leftovers! Here are a few ideas: Meal Plan.

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