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Cheap and Easy Picnic Fare

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Jello Salad. There is a reason that Jello salad is a staple at picnics… they are very inexpensive to make. The basic ingredients include Jello, whipped cream, marshmallows, and a can of fruit. The trick to keeping this option frugal is to use whatever fruit is in season (in season = cheap). Don’t laugh! Strawberry Pie.

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