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How to grow jalapenos

How to Grow Jalapenos

July 24, 2018 by Alea Milham 2 Comments

If you want to try growing jalapenos in your garden, this guide on how to grow jalapenos will help you with every step from planting to harvest. Whether you are a fan of homemade salsa or just love to add a little spice to your food, jalapenos are the way to go. Growing your ownRead More

Water and ice activities for kids

10 Fun and Frugal Ways to Keep Cool

July 23, 2018 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

Here are 10 fun water and ice activities for kids to enjoy on a hot summer day: We’re more than halfway through our summer break and just now starting to feel the heat. As the kids begin to anticipate school, I’m trying to get them outside while they still can. But, it’s just too hotRead More

10 tips for staying on a budget and saving money

10 Tips for Staying on a Budget

July 13, 2018 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

Here are 10 tips for staying on a budget to help you get your finances under control and start building your personal savings. A budget is a must-have for nearly every family.  Knowing how much money you have to spend on each area of your life can help keep balance and help with stress levels.Read More

Coupon for Prep-Ahead Breakfasts and Lunches

July 6, 2018 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

I just discovered a COUPON for my new Cookbook Prep-Ahead Breakfasts and Lunches on Amazon. I have no idea how long this coupon will be available, so take advantage of it soon! I also have no control over the book prices, so I do not know how long it will remain at this price. GoRead More

Chipotle Seasoning recipe

How to Make Chipotle Seasoning Mix

July 2, 2018 by Alea Milham 7 Comments

You can easily make Chipotle Seasoning Mix using ingredients in your spice cupboard. You may need to pick up ground chipotle peppers, but the other ingredients are probably already in your pantry. I have been seeing Chipotle seasoned items everywhere. Maybe it is because I have had chipotle peppers on my brain, but at theRead More

plant with healthy roots

How to Prevent and Treat Root Rot in Plants

June 28, 2018 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Keep your garden thriving with these tips on how to prevent and treat root rot. One day your plant can be perfectly healthy and thriving, and the next day you may notice it looks withered and weak. Root rot is quite common in plants, and once it hits it can take your plant down quickly. TheRead More

Patriotic 4th of July Desserts featuring an assortment of red, white, and blue desserts as well as flag dessert recipes, and eagle cupcakes.

4th Of July Desserts

June 26, 2018 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

These 4th Of July Desserts will help you find a red, white, and blue patriotic dessert recipe for your holiday celebration! Independence Day has always been one of my favorite holidays both as a kid and an adult. There’s something so amazing about it and I love coming together as a country, despite our differencesRead More

Pizza Quinoa Salad Recipe stored in a 2 cup wide-mouth mason jar

Pizza Quinoa Salad

June 25, 2018 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

This pizza quinoa salad is an easy make-ahead recipe that is both tasty and filling. A healthy lunch is the goal. But salads can be tricky to make in advance on meal prep Sunday and keep it from wilting while sitting in the refrigerator all week. This pizza quinoa salad recipe from my cookbook Prep-AheadRead More

DIY Americana rag balls usingred, white, and blue bandannas in a wire basket

Patriotic Rag Balls

June 25, 2018 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Use this tutorial to easily create Patriotic Rag Balls to use in your home decor. I have always loved the beautiful seasonal filler balls that sit piled up in glass jars, dough bowls, and baskets but am not too thrilled about the price tag that is usually attached. So, I set about making my own andRead More

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1 Simple Trick to Save Time with Meal-Prepping

June 20, 2018 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

If you are meal prepping, no matter what your motivation to do it, time is probably a big factor for you. Meal prepping is a wonderful way to save time throughout the week from the time you spend at the grocery store to the time it takes to cook dinner. Not only do you saveRead More

School Bus Rice Krispie Treats- These delightfully easy little school buses are the perfect treat for kids and teachers as they head back to school!

School Bus Rice Krispies Treats

June 19, 2018 by Alea Milham 7 Comments

These School Bus Rice Krispies Treats make a fun dessert for back to school parties. School is back in session and one of the best ways to start the year off right is some fun treats for kids and their teachers. These School Bus Rice Krispie Treats are fun to assemble and they will makeRead More

DIY patriotic table decor idea. Place setting includes a flag charger, gingham napkin, and flag napkin ring.

DIY Patriotic Flag Chargers

June 18, 2018 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Use this tutorial to make Patriotic Flag Chargers for your 4th of July gathering. Have you envied the beautiful tablescapes you see on Pinterest or at a crafty friends house? Me too! That’s why I decided to set out to create my own in an affordable and easy way (so easy my 7-year-old helped meRead More

A box of homemade Oreo balls. One Oreo Cookie Ball is cut in half so you can see the truffle like filling.

How to Make Oreo Balls + 17 Oreo Truffles Recipes

June 15, 2018 by Alea Milham 4 Comments

Oreo Balls are homemade candy truffles with a center made of crushed Oreo cookies and cream cheese, that are then dipped in melted chocolate or almond bark. Use this Oreo Balls recipe to make these delicious no-bake treats, and be sure to check out all the variations you can create below.   When I firstRead More

Growing Jack-o'-lantern pumpkins

How to Grow Jack-o’-lantern Pumpkins

June 14, 2018 by Alea Milham 5 Comments

These tips on how to grow Jack-o’-lantern pumpkins include how to start Jack-o’-lantern pumpkins, how to transplant Jack-o’-lantern pumpkins, and how to care for Jack-o’-lantern pumpkins. Carving your own Jack-o’-lantern is fun, but did you know that growing your own jack o lantern pumpkins can be a great time, too? Growing your own Jack-o’-lantern pumpkins isn’t just rewarding,Read More

Cajun Egg Croissant Breakfast Sandwiches Recipe from the cookbook Prep-Ahead Breakfasts and Lunches

Cajun Egg Croissant Sandwiches

June 4, 2018 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

These make-ahead Cajun Egg Croissant Sandwiches from the cookbook Prep-Ahead Breakfasts and Lunches are a great addition to your Meal Prep Sunday routine! The recipe makes 12 breakfast sandwiches that you can just grab and go on busy mornings! When I ask people what meals are the most stressful, they often mention dinner. At first, IRead More

Strawberry-Kiwi Baked Oatmeal in 13 x 9 pan

Strawberry-Kiwi Baked Oatmeal

June 1, 2018 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

This easy strawberry-kiwi baked oatmeal recipe is an easy prep-ahead breakfast idea that can be made 3 ways. I wanted to make the Strawberry-Rhubarb Baked Oatmeal Recipe from my cookbook Prep-Ahead Breakfasts and Lunches for a friend. My friend loves oatmeal and has a busy schedule, so I wanted her to try the make-ahead bakedRead More

No-Bake Chocolate Butterscotch Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

No-Bake Chocolate-Butterscotch Oatmeal Cookies

May 30, 2018 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Do you like the unique flavor of chocolate butterscotch haystacks? What about the chocolate butterscotch topping on Scotcheroos? If you like those you will love this No-Bake Chocolate-Butterscotch Oatmeal Cookies Recipe! Over the weekend, I went to make my No-Bake Oatmeal Butterscotch Cookie recipe only to discover that my husband had raided the butterscotch morsels andRead More

How to pick a delicious cantaloupe every time!

How to Pick a Cantaloupe

May 28, 2018 by Alea Milham 8 Comments

Have you wondered how to pick a good cantaloupe?  It is actually quite easy and there is no thumping required. I love cantaloupes. In fact, I can, and have, made an entire meal of a cantaloupe. Some of my friends have mentioned that while they like cantaloupe, they rarely buy it because too often theyRead More

How To Cut Your Grocery Bill While Eating Real Food - Tips and tricks for saving money while feeding your family real food.

How To Cut Your Grocery Bill While Eating Real Food

May 25, 2018 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

While whole foods can be expensive, you can use these tips for saving money while eating real food to include more wholesome foods in your meals. As you step out on a journey to improve your health and feed your family real food, your budget can quickly get out of control.  We have some greatRead More

Quick and Easy Memorial Day Desserts - Red, White, and Blue Dessert Recipes

Memorial Day Desserts

May 25, 2018 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Check out these quick and easy Memorial Day Desserts when planning your picnic or barbecue. They are festive red, white, and blue dessert recipes that will be a hit at your party. For most of us, Memorial Day is a holiday spent remembering those that have given the ultimate sacrifice for our country and theRead More

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Welcome. I'm Alea!

On Premeditated Leftovers I share simple recipes made with whole foods, practical shopping tips, time saving techniques, and meal planning strategies. I also share tips for minimizing food waste, so more of the food that is purchased ends up on the table.

While volunteering as a budget counselor, I realized that food is the element of most people’s budgets where they have the greatest control. I set out to develop low-cost recipes from scratch to prove it’s possible to create delicious meals on a limited budget. Eating well while spending less is about more than just creating recipes using inexpensive ingredients; it’s about creatively combining ingredients so you don’t feel deprived and are inspired to stick to your budget.

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