The Frugal Girl

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Tuesday I used leftover chicken to make half of this chicken and biscuits recipe. Halving it worked great for just the two of us! Wednesday We had enough leftovers to make cooking unnecessary, which was handy because I had an evening lab (Where we learned all about how to insert catheters and administer enemas.

Green 207

Green Green And Frugal Leftovers Dinner 207

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 5, 2024

What I Spent I know sometimes at the start of a new year, people make grocery-bill-reduction goals, but honestly, I’m not even gonna stress over that. But until then, I’m just gonna keep on focusing on keeping us fed in a reasonably health way, and that will be good enough! Friday I don’t know!

Grocery Shopping 130

Grocery Shopping New Year's Groceries Grocery 130

Couponing 101

JANUARY 11, 2011

It’s been a long time since I shared my weekly menu plan (I just checked and my last one was 1 year ago today! This year our family hopes to put a lot more effort into making healthier eating choices, so I’d really like to get back into sharing my menu plan with you all in hopes that it will keep me accountable!

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Menu Planning Menu Plans Co-Op Leftovers 51

The Frugal Girl

AUGUST 31, 2023

I’ve been out of school for the last two semesters, so I’d gotten kind of used to my carefree life. ? (Ok, Anyway, this week has made it clear to me that I need to change up how I do things; I need to switch up how I use weekend time, how I plan meals, and when I do household stuff. Ok, well, not entirely carefree.

Wellness 211

Wellness Toaster Ovens Fry's Bread 211

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! Make Ahead & Freeze! w/ Homemade Fish Sticks ( Make more than enough & Freeze for lunches or future dinner!

Menu Planning 49

Menu Planning Menu Plans Freezers Recipes 49

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 24, 2014

That would make me crawl under my bed, but she’s a complete pro at handling so many people. She roasts the turkey and makes the stuffing and gravy and everyone who is coming will bring a dish. I then use the leftovers for my meal planning. Here’s my favorite 20 Leftover Turkey Recipes.

Thanksgiving 124

Thanksgiving Dinner Leftovers Menu Planning 124

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 9, 2011

And stores like CVS and Rite Aid make it very easy for all types of shoppers to buy these products for pennies or FREE. Paper products, such as toilet paper and diapers are easy for me to use coupons too. When I plan a menu, my spending is generally under control. Set the leftovers up buffet style. Reynolds brand.

Economical 164

Economical Saving Money Kitchen Money 164

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

If you are struggling with the rising grocery prices or maybe you need to make room for your family’s growing appetites, take a look at the following list and see what changes you can make to cut your grocery bill…and still eat really well! There’s a reason why menu planning is #1 on this list.

Saving Money 130

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 130

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 19, 2014

Are beans and rice regular ingredients in your menu planning? Sometimes the combination can get boring and bland, but Fiesta Black Beans & Rice makes a great side dish or even the main course–just add a side salad. You can use any color sweet pepper 1 cup uncooked (non-instant) white rice 1 1/4 cup water.

Menu Planning 100

Menu Planning Menu Plans Leftovers Cooking 100

Couponing 101

JANUARY 6, 2012

Did you know that meal planning is one of the keys to saving money on your grocery bill? Using coupons will save you money at the register, but using your food wisely is going to save you money as well! I admit to completely dropping the ball with menu planning. We wasted more food (produce, leftovers, etc.

Saving Money 98

Saving Money Meals Money Menu Planning 98

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. Make substitutions in recipes. They’re savory, quick to cook, and incredibly easy to make.

Dinner 75

Dinner Simple Family Menu Planning 75

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

However, groceries is also an easy budget category to control, but it takes some planning, skill, and organization. Personally, if I don’t make a shopping list and plan my meals, my grocery budget is toast. These are strategies I use weekly to keep my grocery bill in line with our budget. You’ll be thankful later.

Saving Money 113

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 113

Coupons Do Work

APRIL 14, 2015

Gwyneth Paltrow posted on her facebook page : There are a lot of people who use Food stamps (now known as SNAP), and the reality is, food stamps or not, anyone can live on $29 a week. watch my video below: When I was growing up, my grandmother would make two-three meals a week and the rest of the week? They were the leftovers.

Budgeting 100

Budgeting Budget Food Kids and Family 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 8, 2014

To achieve those goals I need to review our spending to see where I can make some cuts. If I don’t plan our meals and my shopping list, I spend too much money and make too many extra stops to the grocery store during the week. 3 Reasons Why You Should Plan Your Meals: 1. Meal Planning Saves Time.

Meals 186

Meals Simple Menu Planning Menu Plans 186

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2016

I use them regularly when we eat out at restaurants, and I will not shop at a department store without one, but grocery coupons are completely different for me. Most of the coupons I use come directly from the store, either from their in-store magazines , kiosks, or the coupons that print with my store receipt. Yeah, that is not me.

Saving Money 100

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 100

Coupons Do Work

MARCH 17, 2015

years is to stock up on the items that you use often that do not expire. Free (and super cheap) on something that I do use is better than nothing! Food: I do a monthly menu plan. I take what I have in my pantry, check out my kids sports schedule and plan accordinly. I wrote an article about it here. Short sleeves.

Money Saving 100

Money Saving Money 2015 Saving 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 12, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: Kylie Ofiu is the author of 365 Ways to Make Money. She blogs about ways to make and save money as well as what she is up to at her blog www.kylieofiu.com. 1.) Make your own cleaning products. It is actually really easy to clean lots of things without using harsh chemicals.

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Saving Money Money Reuse Home and Garden 220

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 14, 2013

Less than five more weeks of the mad morning dash to make it to the bus stop on time and then we''ll start counting down the days until our summer vacation. Every year, we split the rent on a beach condo with other family members to make a week away affordable for everyone involved. Make a list of expenditures. Create A Budget.

Vacation 153

Vacation Saving Money Money Food and Drink 153

Couponing 101

JANUARY 17, 2012

Now that I’ve learned a few ways to make this healthy lifestyle work, I’ve made a goal to eat whole, unprocessed foods in 2012 while sticking to a modest grocery budget. I’ve broken it down into smaller bite-sized goals to hopefully make this goal attainable. This ties in with my menu-planning goal as well!

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Whole Foods Saving Money Money Food 94

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

We use an online account like, Capital One 360 (my referral link). 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. For ideas, read: 5 Make Ahead Breakfast Ideas.

Emergency Fund 100

Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100