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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. We ate leftovers. Wednesday: leftover night from Tuesday’s dinner.

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OCTOBER 12, 2019

Frittatas are a perfect way to use up leftovers, and my vegetable frittata with broccoli and sausage is delicious, hearty, and filling! I’m incredibly passionate about food waste , and frittatas are one of my favorite ways to use up produce and leftovers! They’re hard to mess up.

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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. I bought all the main ingredients for these 7 dinners at Aldi and the cost was around $70–AND there were leftovers for additional meals. Nice work, Aldi! Aldi Dinner Idea #1.

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FEBRUARY 19, 2016

Use my referral code to join. I adapted slightly, because I didn’t have cilantro and chilies and I used my homemade taco seasoning for flavoring. I ate the leftovers for lunch with tortilla chips. Friday: I found a bag of potstickers from BJ’s in the back of my freezer, so I’m going to use them in a soup.

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Saving With Shellie

JANUARY 10, 2018

This item is a good idea for leftovers 0r for getting rid of old containers and replacing with new ones for the new year! This Pyrex 14-Piece Storage Plus Set can be directly transferred from a freezer to a microwave oven, and they’re also easy to stack, making for convenient storage when not in use.

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FEBRUARY 20, 2020

I knew I needed sausage, and I knew I wanted to use Italian sausage, but that’s all I had. How to make sausage balls with ricotta: Preheat the oven. Use a cookie scoop to form little balls. Into the oven until golden brown… We like these with warm marinara, but they’re equally delicious with sour cream.

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NOVEMBER 5, 2011

The holidays are quickly approaching, and well, if you're not organized, you're going to be scrambling at the last minute to get things done. You’re going to love chapters about… How much should you budget for your holiday meal. The perfect plan to have everything cooked using only one oven.

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NOVEMBER 9, 2015

Eat any “edible” leftovers and give the refrigerator a wipe down. Try organizing existing contents to make the best use of space. Check or calibrate your oven temperature. Place an inexpensive oven thermometer like this one in your oven and turn your oven temperature to 350 on the dial.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2011

You’re going to love chapters about… How much should you budget for your holiday meal. The perfect plan to have everything cooked using only one oven. And how to turn your leftovers into more amazing meals the next day. And packed it is with the same help and love you get from $5 Dinners every day.

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MARCH 28, 2018

The secret to a perfect sheet pan dinner is using ingredients that cook in the same amount of time. They’re delicious! Preheat the oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, mix the sauce ingredients and brush it over the pork, making sure to use it all. Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes.

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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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DECEMBER 10, 2015

My pumpkin black bean brownies are so rich and fudgy that your guests will never know they’re healthy! Speaking of pumpkin, Healthy Living Made Simple Magazine has some awesome tips for using pumpkin in this month’s issue! One of them suggested using leftover pumpkin pie in smoothies – genius!

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JULY 7, 2014

I had some roasted cauliflower I needed to use up, so I finally decided to try the infamous cauliflower “pizza crust” I’ve been seeing this recipe on Pinteret for months now. They might not have any carbs, but if they’re loaded down with ingredients full of fat and calories, that’s not good either.

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NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Try to include recipes with similar ingredients to use up everything you buy. For example, if you need spinach for one recipe, look for another that uses spinach so you can use it up. This way, you can get just the amount you need, saving money and preventing leftover ingredients from going to waste. Here are some tips!

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DECEMBER 30, 2013

If you need a quick and easy side dish to add to your repertoire, this is just what you’re looking for! These are similar to my Easy Oven Roasted Potato Wedges , but have a creamier inside and are a little fancier (where the wedges are more like fries). And olive oil is one of the most heart-healthy oils you can use.

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AUGUST 10, 2016

Make a master list and use it to keep your kitchen stocked with food. We use small plastic containers of various sizes to hold the food, and each child has a thermos with a tight lid for warm foods, such as soups and pastas. You’ll save money in the long run by not using disposable bags. Get your Kids Involved.

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