Tricia

Frugal uses for salt

Salt can be used for so much more than just flavoring your food.  We can’t truly be frugal without knowing more than 1 use for something as cheap as salt. To test the freshness of a egg – add 2 teaspoons of salt to 1 cup of water. If the egg is fresh it will sink, it will float if it is no good. Shelling pecans – soak pecans in salt water for 2-3 hours. The nut meat will be easier to...

Tricia

Frugal grocery tips

I have being doing ok during my journey to get out of debt. I have discovered a lot of useful tips that I have been able to work into my life. Some of these tips are common sense but I felt the need to post them anyway because I have a horrible memory. Prepare your menu in advance according to what is on sale. This works well because then after I plan a menu I am not later stressing over what to...