Couponing 101

JANUARY 21, 2019

Here are 10 of my favorite homemade baby food recipes (best for 6-12 month olds): 1. If you’re looking to add a little kick to their lives, this is an awesome recipe that introduces bold spices that will liven up their palates. I love this recipe because it gives you options for the different spices you can use.

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The Frugal Girl

DECEMBER 11, 2023

I have a degree in nursing and worked in pediatrics for 8 years, then left the profession right before I had my third child. Last year, to make a little extra cash, I started boarding dogs through Rover, and I am about to start a very very part time job using my RN license for a home care company. homemade bagels!

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

This list of thoughtful, but FREE Christmas gift ideas is proof that you don’t need to spend a lot of money on the people you gift to if you use your time, resources, and creativity. Browse the entire list and let us know in the comments which ideas you’re going to give and what free gift ideas you have. Baked Goods.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 21, 2019

Here are 10 of my favorite homemade baby food recipes (best for 6-12 month olds): 1. If you’re looking to add a little kick to their lives, this is an awesome recipe that introduces bold spices that will liven up their palates. I love this recipe because it gives you options for the different spices you can use.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 31, 2020

Frugal living is being intentional with our money and creative with our resources, so we have more to put towards the things that are important to us. I started a new grocery shopping routine in January and it is working out splendidly! They’re so easy. Shred the chicken and use immediately or freeze. Meal Plan.

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

I’ve recently re-started the series, What We Ate this Week on our Budget , because I missed the accountability and I had several readers ask for its return. I am working to stock up my freezer with extra meals or meal components to make my week night dinner rush easier. homemade applesauce. homemade applesauce.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 26, 2014

There’s no point in using more money than you need to. First, do you have time to make homemade Christmas presents? Some popular items include homemade baking kits (think all of the ingredients for soup or brownies in a jar), homemade jewelry, artwork, crafts, and food. Take on extra work. Generate free cash.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

I pulled together a list of ALDI soup ideas using ingredients I found at the store. I chose to use organic, but if you want to save a few cents, the non-organic will work just fine. ** When it comes to ALDI, you improvise. They weren’t as chunky, but they worked just fine. They worked just fine. for 3 lb bag.

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Saving Everyday

MAY 24, 2024

Chickpeas are an affordable and healthy pantry staple, and they’re also incredibly versatile. This simple chickpea salad is ready in minutes using just one can of chicken peas and a few other ingredients. They’re actually beans, which is confusing since the word “pea” is in the name. English cucumbers.

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

I’ve recently re-started the series, What We Ate this Week on our Budget , because I missed the accountability and I had several readers ask for its return. They’re about 30-40% off regular price, depending on the variety. Monday: Sirloin Steak with pan sauce, Hasselback Potatoes , garden salad, homemade applesauce.

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 24, 2021

I pulled together a list of ALDI salad ideas using ingredients I found at the store. You will use red onions in other recipes. Use 1/2 – 1 full onion depending on your love of onions. Use as much of the pesto sauce as you’d like. I use about 1/2 – 3/4 of the jar. I used one peach per person.

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

I’ve recently re-started the series, What We Ate this Week on our Budget , because I missed the accountability and I had several readers ask for its return. Thankfully, they work off the extra calories. To make life a little easier this week, I made double batches of dinners, as you’ll see below and that worked well.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 20, 2014

If you don’t know where to start, search “recipes” and favorite or re-pin whatever jumps out at you. (Uh Just search “ _ recipes” (for me, it’s mushrooms) and go from “Ugh, I have to use these before they go bad” to “Woohoo, I can’t WAIT to use these __(mushrooms)”. Topped with your homemade guacamole of course).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 4, 2013

From food waste to packaging to disposable items, there are a lot of resources being used by humans. A meal plan can be one of the best ways to avoid last-minute takeout runs, as well as ensure that you have a way to use the food you buy. You can also freeze homemade meals, including soups, casseroles and other items.

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Couponing 101

APRIL 28, 2020

Most years, schools and students recognize teachers for all their hard work during this celebration. Teachers are working hard to find ways to connect with students and help them learn without the benefit of in-person instruction. Homemade art can be a cute way for children to show they care.

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Couponing 101

OCTOBER 23, 2019

However, kids may be more finicky than adult eaters in your family, so it’s important to use recipes the whole family will enjoy. These affordable, freezable, kid-friendly dishes might be just what you’re looking for in a convenient weeknight meal. Homemade Frozen Pizzas via Intentional By Grace.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 18, 2016

Wednesday: Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas with my homemade fajita seasoning. Friday: Homemade Ham & Bean Soup , homemade sugar-free applesauce This soup takes some time from start to finish, but I work from home on Fridays, so I had the time. Even if you’re not hosting a big gathering, buy them.

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Coupons Do Work

APRIL 19, 2016

Old Skool works a lot better than some of those fancy products ! Use vinegar to remove any that you find. See article: how to make homemade vinegar fabric softener ) of choice, and the inside of your washing machine will not need to be cleaned as often. In fact to clean it is with things you probably have in your house !

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 13, 2015

Saturday : I made a double batch of Ham & Bean Soup using Ham Hocks. Sunday: Leftover ham & bean soup, homemade applesauce. Tuesday: Roasted pork chops, potatoes, and green beans and homemade applesauce. Use a rimmed baking sheet, add potatoes and green beans that you coated with olive oil and seasoning salt.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 28, 2014

We live in the city, so we’re not allowed to hang our laundry outside. We’ve used this for about 6 weeks now, and we’ve been pleasantly surprised with how economical it is as well as how good it works. Don’t wash clothes until they’re truly dirty. Use mason jar containers.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 11, 2020

Pre-coronavirus, we didn’t think twice about shaking a stranger’s hand, using the ATM keypad, or going to the grocery store without donning a hazmat suit. I have been using it ever since. We’re taking life one day at a time because things are changing so rapidly. Emergency Savings = Last Resort. Cash is King.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 5, 2016

After working all day, we ordered take out for dinner. This Week’s Dinners: Saturday & Sunday: Knowing that we’d be in a pool for the weekend, I packed pasta salad, homemade chicken tenders, my mom’s chicken salad sandwiches, apples, bananas, and various snacks. How I Use Pinterest for Meal Planning.

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Couponing 101

DECEMBER 4, 2012

Half the work is already done so you will have more time to spend with friends and family and less time in the kitchen.”. Pastor Ross Parsley shows how God uses ordinary people to fulfill His plan and purpose. But he also shows that if we’re faithful with what God puts in front of us we can accomplish the extraordinary.”.

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Crock Pots and Slow Cookers Christmas Homemade Desserts 84

Couponing 101

JANUARY 22, 2019

capacity is the perfect size for homemade baby food , meal prepping, or even storing small craft supplies. It will encourage you to limit the times you eat out and help you save the food you’re already making instead of throwing it away. Here are some of my favorite ways to use these containers: Homemade baby food.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

What We Ate this Week: Monday : Ham & Bean Soup , homemade sugar-free applesauce. Saturday: I am roasting a turkey for my family, mostly for the leftovers, but also so the 4 of us can sit down as a family for a big meal. Life is so hectic for us during the school week, and dinner is sadly, on the go. Thursday: Thanksgiving.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 20, 2014

He hated farming and all the back breaking work that went with it. In the 1940′s he became a radio repair technician, started his own radio repair service company, went to work for an aircraft manufacturer and eventually ended up working on parts of the space program in the 1960s. Share what you know. Try new things.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Whether you’re an avid Aldi shopper or new to the store, I’ve pulled together 7 Aldi Dinner Ideas for $70 to make your next meal plan easier. Nice work, Aldi! In a few meals, I used the cook once, eat multiple times method. You can easily use white or brown rice in these dinners, whichever you prefer.

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Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

I knew I needed sausage, and I knew I wanted to use Italian sausage, but that’s all I had. It’s what works for me and makes me feel good, and isn’t that what the goal should be ? Use a cookie scoop to form little balls. I know that doesn’t go with the Italian theme, but it just works. It matters.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 14, 2018

It’s a large recipe and covered us for 2 dinners and a couple of lunches for myself. Tuesday: Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup. I batch cooked 4 bone-in chicken breasts in the slow cooker and used some of the chicken and the stock that the chicken made during the cooking. I use garlic powder, onion powder, and Paprika.

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Saving Everyday

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Meal bowls are also a great way to use leftovers and random ingredients with endless variations. To reduce food waste, we prepared these mostly with ingredients that needed to be used. Since we’re mainly using ingredients we already have, these require minimal cooking, making them quick and easy! Tons of texture.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 4, 2016

Today, we’re going to plan meals using those inventories of foods you found in your pantry, fridge, and freezer. This week’s meal plan should already be complete–that was Day 1’s assignment–so we will use these meal ideas on Day 8 when we plan next week’s menu and grocery list.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

If you are self-employed, work for a company or in an industry that is unstable, or maybe you or someone in your family has medical issues, you might want to save 6-12 months of expenses. Now that we’ve paid off six figures of non-mortgage debt , we are working on saving 6 months’ expenses and maybe even more.

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Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 1, 2023

They’re a fantastic source of protein and nutrients that can be enjoyed any time of the day. It’s an excellent use for leftover rice and a great opportunity to use up leftovers. Rice – This is an excellent use for leftover rice, but any rice will work. Eggs aren’t just for breakfast!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 19, 2011

Since they are working hard, they think they deserve to get good things. Instead of using expensive beauty products, why not opt for homemade products? You can go online and look for recipes for homemade beauty products. Since these ingredients have been used for hundreds of years, you can depend on their effectiveness.

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Couponing 101

MAY 15, 2020

If you’re new to baking and want some easier recipes to start, check out these 8 easy baking recipes instead! This recipe takes classic apple pie and transforms it into a work of art. While it uses familiar apple pie flavors, the presentation is simply beautiful. Easy Homemade Croissant via Baking a Moment.

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Couponing 101

APRIL 28, 2020

Homemade Margarita Mix via Slim Pickin’s Kitchen. Plus, a number of ingredients are optional and others list possible substitutions, so you’re not out of luck if you can’t get everything the recipe calls for. We like this recipe because you can use fresh, canned, or frozen corn, making it pretty flexible.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2019

If you think you’re going to come up short on cash, check out my 25 Ideas to Find Money. Swap with another family who could use a date night too. This might sound like a lot of work, but it was SO much fun and my kids really enjoyed setting the butterflies free. 40 Homemade Popsicle Recipes. Need some summer cash?

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