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APRIL 1, 2021

But the truth is, we have the money. And while I don’t like parting with our money, I am grateful that this repair won’t send us into financial distress. Dave Ramsey suggests in his book, The Total Money Makeover (affiliate link) , that you create a starter emergency fund of $1000. It is NOT a spending account.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 21, 2012

Admittedly, I am a little OCD about it and have been know to eat leftovers for days just so I don’t have to throw them away. It actually doesn’t bother me to eat the same thing for 2-3 days, but I know several people who will not eat leftovers at all. See the rest of my money saving tips ~.

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Leftovers Frugal Lunch Lunches 53

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 11, 2011

If you work out how much you’re spending on work lunches in the average work week, you might be surprised to know just how much money is being frittered away. You can save money by taking your own lunches to work and depending on what you’ve previously been grabbing in your lunch break, it might be a lot healthier too.

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Lunch Lunches Saving Money Money 218

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FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Looking for ways to save money on groceries? This list is a massive round up of my best tips that I have shared over the years. How to Save Money on Groceries. That is a lot of money, so I plan our meals. Develop your own routine and read all about how I plan our menu weekly: How to Meal Plan: 11 Tips for Success.

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Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 113

Couponing 101

MAY 20, 2019

A few simple lifestyle changes are all you need to reduce your food waste, allowing you to save money and be kinder to Mother Earth. Check out these 5 Simple Tips to Avoid Overbuying at the Grocery Store. After all, you won’t see your delicious leftover curry in your fridge if it is blocked by an impenetrable wall of condiments.

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Food Waste Food Leftovers Meals 79

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 26, 2012

If you like to eat out a lot, and you would like to save some money, here are few tips to save when dining out. Limit Yourself If you dine out regularly, you can limit the number of times that you go out to save some money. If you keep up with how often you eat out, you are more aware of how much money you are spending.

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Dining Saving Money Money Eating Out 203

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NOVEMBER 12, 2014

While my husband works hard to bring the money in, my job is to make it go as far as it can while feeding our family healthy meals. My #1 tip for trimming grocery spending is an easy one: Serve simple, frugal, scheduled meals. This makes meal planning simpler and has saved me a ton of money. Saving Money - In the Kitchen'

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Grocery Spending Groceries Grocery Food and Drink 246

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 14, 2013

We look forward all year to our summer vacation, so the last thing that we want to do is stress about the money spent while on our trip. A little up front planning will help you save money while on your trip, so that you can have the relaxed vacation that you''ve been waiting for. 8 Tips to Help You Save Money While On Vacation.

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Vacation Saving Money Money Food and Drink 153

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 29, 2013

There are many people that have leftovers from renovations. While I wouldn’t recommend doing things that obviously need a professional, such as plumbing and electrical work, there are many things that you can do to save money on your renovations. Doing what you can yourself can save a ton of money.

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Renovation Saving Money Money Craigslist 203

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APRIL 6, 2016

And the bonus to starting these new habits is that you can save quite a bit of money too. So we’re helping the environment and saving money…it’s a win-win. 6 Everyday Changes that Save Money & Help our Planet. Use reusable containers with lids rather than plastic wrap and aluminum foil to store leftovers.

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Saving Money Gift Cards Money Giveaway 100

Couponing 101

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

So how can you save money on the additional school supplies you need throughout the year? Here are our tips to keep your kid rolling in #2 pencils without spending an arm and a leg. When your child runs out of something during the school year, just replace it with something leftover from a previous school year. Buy Generic.

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Dollar Store Reuse Saving Re-use 65

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2016

So I don’t rely on coupons to save big at the grocery store, and I don’t need to, because there are so many ways to save money on groceries, and coupons are not involved. How to Save Money on Groceries WITHOUT Coupons. That is a lot of money, so I plan a menu. When I don’t plan, I am sure to blow our budget.

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Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 19, 2011

This is why they spend their money on gadgets and extravagant travel getaways. Instead of looking at it this way, think of the act as a way of saving money for your future benefit. Even though they have all the money in the world, they have simple lives free of all the complexities. Frugal Food Tips. Learning to Start.

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Frugal Frugal Life Frugal Lives Frugal Living 185

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 8, 2014

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. Meal Planning Saves Money. 11 Simple Tips for Easier Meal Planning: 1. For me, meal planning is the strategy that saves me the most money on groceries. Ready to meal plan?

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Meals Simple Menu Planning Menu Plans 186

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 9, 2011

But that doesn't mean I don't save a lot of money at the grocery store. Whether you are a coupon queen, king or clutz, there are many other ways to save money on groceries and coupons are not involved. That is a lot of money, so I plan a menu. Set the leftovers up buffet style. Utilize the Freezer Freeze those leftovers.

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Economical Saving Money Kitchen Money 164

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. But besides the big expenses there are many ways being green can actually save you money right away. 1.) Make your own cleaning products.

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Saving Money Money Reuse Home and Garden 220

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 27, 2011

As I was flushing a very old, forgotten-about, slimy Greek salad down the disposal last week, it occurred to me that I have gotten a little lax about leftovers at our house. (I I didn't compost the salad, because it had feta cheese mixed in) We certainly eat leftovers, but by the end of last week, we were (1) lazy and (2) lazy.

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Economical Kitchen Groceries Grocery 173

Couponing 101

JANUARY 21, 2019

So in order for me to avoid wasting money on jarred food and to know what exactly is going into said food, I decided to make my own! Plus, I felt much better about saving some money (to then spend on their clothes…). This is a great choice when you have an over-abundance of leftover pumpkins in the Fall. Pumpkin and Thyme.

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Homemade Money Recipes Baby 83

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 13, 2017

Monday: I never made the baked ziti last weekend like I thought I would, so I made it on Monday, because I knew I would need leftovers on Tuesday night. It was a busy night, so we ate leftover baked ziti. Friday: We have loads of leftovers, so I will disappoint my family with leftover night. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Financial Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 11, 2016

Sunday: Leftover lasagna from Saturday. Wednesday: I used the last of the leftover turkey and stock that I saved from Thanksgiving and made Turkey Orzo Soup. Thursday: Much to my family’s dismay, it’s leftover night. One daughter declared, “I hate leftover night!” 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Freezers 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

But the truth is, we have the money. And while I don’t like parting with our money, I am grateful that this repair won’t send us into financial distress. Dave Ramsey suggests in his book, The Total Money Makeover , that you create a starter emergency fund of $1000. 2 – Decide where to put the money.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 15, 2016

Sunday : I took the ham bone from Saturday and some of the leftover ham and made a big batch o ham & bean soup. I stuck the leftover soup in the freezer. I used leftover ham from Sunday and made what turned out to my kids’ new favorite dinner. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips. 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Kids and Family 100

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 24, 2014

If you are hosting or just taking a dish, I put together a comprehensive post last year to help you make the day stress-free, Thanksgiving Menu Planning Tips & Recipe Ideas. I then use the leftovers for my meal planning. Here’s my favorite 20 Leftover Turkey Recipes. Please share in the comments.

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Thanksgiving Dinner Leftovers Menu Planning 124

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NOVEMBER 20, 2015

Sunday: leftover lasagna and other various leftovers hanging out in the fridge. Thursday: We ate the leftovers from Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Lunches and snacks included some leftovers, egg sandwiches, soup, apples, oranges, pretzels, and popcorn. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips. Want to lower your grocery bill?

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Freezers 100

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OCTOBER 20, 2017

This Week in the Kitchen: In an effort to save time and money, I’m trying to add either meals or ingredients to my freezer each week. My husband and I had leftovers, one daughter had breakfast-for-dinner, and the other daughter had a can of soup. Wednesday: leftover night. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips. garden salad.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Daughter 100

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 9, 2015

The leftovers can be stored in the freezer like I suggest below. If you want leftovers, you’ll want a bigger bird. I’ve put together a list of menu ideas for you here: What do I do with all of the turkey leftovers? Here are 20 of my favorite leftover turkey recipes. What are your best turkey tips?

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Thanksgiving Leftovers Cooking Re-use 100

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DECEMBER 11, 2015

Tuesday: We had leftover chicken with pesto sauce from Monday night so I put on top of thin spaghetti. Thursday: Turkey Noodle Soup using the leftover turkey from a few weeks ago. Saturday: Leftovers. We’re swimming in leftovers. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips. 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Costco 100

Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 1, 2023

It’s an excellent use for leftover rice and a great opportunity to use up leftovers. While it’s simple and perfect as it’s shown , I often add leftover veggies and protein to buk it up. Rice – This is an excellent use for leftover rice, but any rice will work. This meal is cozy and comforting.

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Simple Leftovers Cooking Recipes 52

Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

Reducing your food expenses is one of the best ways to reduce your overall spending and find extra money in your budget ! Consistently using things you already have not only saves money but also prevents food waste. Throwing food away is throwing money away ! That said, you can have a loose plan and still save money.

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Groceries Grocery Food and Drink Saving 52

Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

Reducing your food expenses is one of the best ways to reduce your overall spending and find extra money in your budget ! Consistently using things you already have not only saves money but also prevents food waste. Throwing food away is throwing money away ! That said, you can have a loose plan and still save money.

Groceries 52

Groceries Grocery Food and Drink Saving 52

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 2, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. Our mission: Live WELL, On LESS Money. What We Ate this Week: Sunday: Using leftover turkey & gravy, I made Turkey & Waffles , steamed vegetable. Please share your tips in the comments.

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Frugal Fridays Leftovers Financial Goals 100

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APRIL 8, 2016

Monday, 3/28: My mom sent us home on Sunday with Easter dinner leftovers. Thursday, 3/31: Leftover night – the options were Salsa Chicken and pork chops. Wednesday, 4/6: Leftover night – the options were spaghetti or chicken & black beans tacos. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips. I didn’t have to cook!

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Leftovers Easter Dinner Daughter 100

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2015

I discovered this money saving gem about 10 years ago and I buy almost all of our meat at marked down prices. Lunches and snacks included sandwiches, leftover lasagna, oranges, grapes, popcorn, yogurt sticks, and cheese sticks. These posts will help: 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips. How I Saved This Week on Groceries: 1.

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Groceries Grocery Saving Money Money 100

Couponing 101

JANUARY 21, 2019

So in order for me to avoid wasting money on jarred food and to know what exactly is going into said food, I decided to make my own! Plus, I felt much better about saving some money (to then spend on their clothes…). This is a great choice when you have an over-abundance of leftover pumpkins in the Fall. Pumpkin and Thyme.

Homemade 56

Homemade Money Recipes Baby 56

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. Our mission: Live WELL, On LESS Money. 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.

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Frugal Fridays Leftovers Financial Goals 100

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NOVEMBER 6, 2015

Wednesday: Chicken, Potatoes, and Carrots leftovers from Tuesday night. Lunches and Snacks included leftover pasta, leftover meatballs, soup, apples & peanut butter, oranges, peach cups, bananas, pretzels, yogurt sticks, cheese sticks, and Halloween candy. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips. Want to lower your grocery bill?

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Freezers 100

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JANUARY 8, 2016

I chopped up the meat that was still on the bone and added it, along with leftover ham from Saturday night’s dinner to the soup. It was a yummy dinner and I had leftovers for the week and the freezer. Monday: Leftover Ham & Bean Soup, salad. Thursday: Leftovers from Wednesday night. 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips.

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Budgeting Budget Leftovers Dinner 100