Lately I have went full steam ahead on my quest to actively save money. One of the ways I plan to do this is by participating in rebate programs as well as using coupons. My last few trips to Walgreens have turned out pretty well.
On shopping trip #1: Total purchases $7.45
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Walgreens rebate
Make ahead cooking
I have been putting this off but one day soon I hope to jump in feet first. Here are some of the recipes I have found online:
Freezer Meat Loaf
Freezer French Toast
Macaroni & Cheese
Chicken Pockets
Chili Cheese Fries
Freezer cheesecake
Chicken Biscuit Casserole
Pork Chop Grill Packets
Ham omlettes
Pizza
Sloppy Joes
Spaghetti Sauce with Meat
Bacon rollups
Some people may be ready to start cooking [...]
Frugal meal ideas -1
Today I was searching the net looking for inexpensive recipes like I do every week. I came across this site called Blogander which is a collection of blogs on different subjects. One of the blogs is called Cheap Eats. It is a guide to eating cheap with tips, recipes and techniques. I think these would [...]
Finding deals before you go grocery shopping
I am sure there are a lot of people who are looking near and far for ways to save money. Groceries are usually the first stop when you want to cut costs. It is one of the few expenses you can control if you really work at. By working at it I mean taking the [...]
Saving money - medical expenses
Let’s see, with the rising costs of um everything, I am constantly searching for even more ways to save money. These are some suggestions my husband has come across that I would love to share.
When you call to make a appointment, ask for an estimate of what the costs may be for your visit.
If certain [...]
Meal Ideas -3
Cheapskate Stew - made with leftovers you already have on hand
Mash potato soup - easy and quick, ready in 15 minutes. Uses leftover mash potatoes
Chicken pie - inexpensive and easy
Yum Yum green beans - different and easy
7 minute dinner - are you thinking what I am? Show me how :) Only 3 ingredients
Pepperoni Rolls - kid [...]
Frugal craft ideas
Today I was on one of the many mommy sites I love to visit, Mommykaboodle.com, and found a post full of great ideas. The post was basically about craft ideas that you can do with your kids that will not cost you tons of money. Some of the crafts used magazines, coffee cans, milk jugs [...]
Frugal Meals Ideas - 2
Everyday sandwich bread - also includes wheat, oatmeal, cornmeal and potato bread
Garlic bread crumbs - great recipe for stale bread
Cinnamon cake - easy and cheap (no eggs)
Taco seasoning - homemade (definitely frugal)
Greens - easy and quick (about 5 to 10 minutes)
Pinto beans - regular and crockpot method
Country pie - easy baked dish
Baked potaoes - simple [...]
Frugal recipes
Everyday sandwich bread - also includes wheat, oatmeal, cornmeal and potato bread
Garlic bread crumbs - great recipe for stale bread
Cinnamon cake - easy and cheap (no eggs)
Taco seasoning - homemade (definitely frugal)
Greens - easy and quick (about 5 to 10 minutes)
Pinto beans - regular and crockpot method
Country pie - easy baked dish
Baked potaoes - [...]
In the mail
Today is such a beautiful day. Not only is the weather finally nice at 65 degrees but I got some freebies in the mail!! Hamburger Helper, Dove shampoo and conditioner, and a Glade candle set.
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