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My new favorite website is The Pioneer Woman Cooks!
Frugal Living with Fergie | July 30th 2008
I came across her website a few times while using stumble upon and absolutely loved it. So much that now, often times when I am struggling with what to make for dinner I’ll pull up The Pioneer Woman Cooks in search of ideas, as there are many a read more
Beat-the-heat summer treats
Frugal Village | July 30th 2008 by Sara Noel
Cool treats are one of the highlights of summer. With fresh fruit coming into season throughout the summer, each month can offer something new and refreshing. Set aside the high-calorie ice cream, and have your children help you make healthier altern read more
Cool down with summer drinks
Frugal Village | July 23rd 2008 by Sara Noel
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Bake your cake and eat it, too
Frugal Village | July 17th 2008 by Sara Noel
photo by p2cl The following cakes are quick to mix and perfect for covering all types of summer entertaining. They’re not sickeningly sweet, and all are fail-proof. Whether you’re baking for a friend swinging by for coffee, bringing a de read more
10 Meals for Under $10
A Womans Blog | July 14th 2008 by Tawnya
In the spirit of all things frugal, I thought I’d share 10 of my family’s favorite meals that can be prepared for under $10. Each meal can feed at least a family of 5 and sometimes with a little left over to nibble on the next day at lunc read more
In a cooking pinch? Try frugal substitutes
Frugal Village | July 12th 2008 by Sara Noel
photo by chocolate monster mel You can’t always get what you want. Sometimes you have to make do and be flexible. If you’re cooking and suddenly realize that you’re out of an ingredient, it might be more practical to go without it read more
How I Shaved $200 Off My Grocery Bill - Part 4
A Womans Blog | July 11th 2008 by Tawnya
If you missed the beginning of this discussion, you can start it here. We all know that meat is one of the most expensive purchases at the grocery store. Traditionally, it’s just been a part of nearly every American Meal. But by skipping out on read more
Use up yogurt before it expires
Frugal Village | July 10th 2008 by Sara Noel
photo by melodrama.ca Yogurt is refreshing for all seasons. When it goes on sale, you might tend to buy more than usual. The small cups sometimes get shoved to the back of the fridge. Next thing you know, you notice it expires today! You don’ read more
Summer salads keep things cool
Frugal Village | July 3rd 2008 by Sara Noel
Some days, it’s just too hot in the kitchen to use the stove. Salads are for all seasons, but some are the perfect summer side or complete-meal solution. They’re cool, refreshing and easy to toss together. You can even make them ahead at read more
Freeze corn bounty
Frugal Village | June 30th 2008 by Sara Noel
photo by roniweb DEAR SARA: Could you tell me whether you can freeze corn on the cob? I hit a deal today for 12 ears of corn for $1.98! If you can, how? — alarosalpn, forums DEAR ALAROSALPN: Yes, you can freeze corn on the cob. I use the 5-5- read more
Make it yourself to save money
Frugal Village | June 27th 2008 by Sara Noel
photo by marlana Frugal people know how to make things. It’s not just a way of combating costs. For many, these are basic life skills and a way of life. A little self-reliance goes a long way. It’s easier to start out small and build you read more
Enjoy the fruits of your labor
Frugal Village | June 25th 2008 by Sara Noel
photo by mwri High food prices have more people planting produce gardens. Many have decided to skip adding their usual annuals and perennials to save on costs. Instead, some people are planting fruit-bearing shrubs and trees, or they’re buying read more
Convenience foods not so convenient
Frugal Village | June 19th 2008 by Sara Noel
photo by Arlette Cooking existed long before boxed and canned convenience goods. While some prepackaged products provide tasty shortcuts, it’s good to know how to make things yourself. You want your family to enjoy more than just add-water, he read more
Lump-free gravy easy as a few shakes
Frugal Village | June 15th 2008 by Sara Noel
photo by talekinker Homemade gravy is far superior to what you can buy in the store. It’s cheaper, too. It’s oil, liquid, such as stock, and a thickener. Seems simple enough. Yet how often have you bought a can, jar or packet? The trick read more
Hide frugal food under wraps
Frugal Village | June 11th 2008 by Sara Noel
photo by Dannynic Tortilla wraps are light, frugal fare. Assemble them hot or cold. Fill your tortilla with your favorite fixings such as omelette, salad combinations or sandwich fillings, and fold them in half or roll them up. Serve them whole or s read more
Try something new and save money, too
Frugal Village | June 4th 2008 by Sara Noel
photo by cynicaloptimist You don’t have to serve beans and rice every night to keep dinner low cost. Consider cooking a tender roast or whole chicken. They lend themselves to tomorrow’s dinner of light stir-fry, all-in-one casserole, read more
Blend with the times
Frugal Village | May 28th 2008 by Sara Noel
photo by ChezDeniseetLaudalino Small kitchen appliances can be an obsession. You don’t realize how many you own until you try to list them all. Some collect dust and serve as a reminder of your good intentions. One underutilized appliance is a read more
Meatless Mondays can save your budget
Frugal Village | May 22nd 2008 by Sara Noel
photo by dreamsister Food prices are soaring. To keep costs down, add meatless meals to your regular menu plan. You’ve probably made spaghetti and sauce or a big salad for dinner without anyone noticing or complaining that it didn’t cont read more
Lower your food bill
Frugal Village | May 15th 2008 by Sara Noel
photo by galant Low-budget meals are in high demand. They have the reputation of being high in fat or lacking nutrition, but you have to consider the ingredients you’re using. If you’re cooking a fatty cut of meat, then avoid pairing it read more
Easy Focaccia
Bubut's House | May 12th 2008 by Cathy
Did it ever happen to you to go through your fridge thinking you have nothing? Anyway, it was Sunday and we are entitled to a good meal. Focaccia is a real treat because you can create something special with flour and herbs. I had tomatoes yesterd read more
Use your bean when figuring out expiration
Frugal Village | May 12th 2008 by Sara Noel
photo by Mavis DEAR SARA: I have a question about dry beans. Do they ever expire? My parents have sealed buckets of them that they stocked up on during the Y2K scare. Are they still safe to cook? They’re trying to pass some to me. They say the read more
Get the most out of your hot dog buns
Frugal Village | May 11th 2008 by Sara Noel
photo by donut The mismatch amount of hot dogs to a package of buns often leaves you with leftovers. If you overplan a party, you’ll have extra, too. Don’t waste them. I like to call the following “reucipes” (ri-yoos-uh-pees) read more
Muffin pans save the day
Frugal Village | May 7th 2008 by Sara Noel
photo by RBerteig Muffin pans can be a lifesaver when you have guests and don’t want to spend all your time cooking. Use your pan for brownies, meatloaf or cheesecake, or line them with foil and use them as gelatin molds. You’re limited read more
Sweet and tangy summer menu
Frugal Village | May 1st 2008 by Sara Noel
photo by togood2b4gotton Backyard grilling is a great break from using the oven, which heats up the kitchen during the warmer months. My husband is the grillmaster, so I get to simply watch and supervise, or, as I like to call it, help. One of my fa read more
Turn crumbs into tasty dessert
Frugal Village | April 24th 2008 by Sara Noel
Have you ever had bits of potato chips, cereal or pretzels left over after a night of munching? Maybe the chips have been pulverized into crumbs or are partially stale, or there isn’t enough cereal for a full serving. There’s no need to t read more
Simple measures for tough times
Frugal Village | April 20th 2008 by Sara Noel
photo by Abri Beluga Frugal living can be a way to reach a financial goal, but it’s also a way to make it through a rough patch. It offers you a way to prepare, conserve resources and survive. The following reader tips can help you plan for to read more
Make mealtime fun for kids
Frugal Village | April 9th 2008 by Sara Noel
photo by Guillermo Esteves Young kids can be stubborn, refusing to eat anything but favorites such as hot dogs, pizza, peanut-butter-and-jelly sandwiches or chicken nuggets. So it’s always good to have a few tricks up your sleeve. Instead of g read more
Gelatin gives dessert a kick
Frugal Village | April 3rd 2008 by Sara Noel
photo by madaise Every home cook should have a few recipes that call for secret ingredients. Not like Aunt Gertie’s mystery meat or your sister-in-law’s clean-out-the-fridge casseroles. You want recipes that family and friends hound you read more
Save time, money with two-for-one dinners
Frugal Village | March 24th 2008 by Sara Noel
photo by jbcurio During my most frugal times, I discovered that creating a dinner that made two meals saved time and money. Think of it as planned leftovers or “Planovers”: One large meal doubles as a foundation for a second meal a.k.a. read more
Keep recipes organized
Frugal Village | March 16th 2008 by Sara Noel
photo by nate steiner The road to clutter is paved with good intentions, and that is especially true with recipes. If you’re saving them from magazines, newspapers and printed from Web pages, finding them later can be a problem without an read more
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