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Prep-Ahead Meals from Scratch by Alea Milham

I’ll Be On In The Kitchen with David January 6

January 4, 2016 by Alea Milham 5 Comments

Did you miss the show? You can watch my appearance on In The Kitchen with David here. I am thrilled to announce that I will be on In The Kitchen with David on Wednesday, January 6th. David is QVC’s resident foodie, and a best-selling cookbook author. He is known for simplifying comfort food and creates recipes with busy families inRead More

Delicious heart-shaped chocolate truffles.

Dark Chocolate Truffle Hearts

January 3, 2016 by Alea Milham 25 Comments

This recipe and instructions for dark chocolate truffle hearts is perfect for creating treats for your loved ones on Valentine’s Day. Truffles are the ultimate treat for a devoted fan of chocolate. Rich and silky, they melt like butter on the tongue. These soft truffles have a hint of cherry flavor and are enrobed inRead More

Gluten-Free Meal Planning Resources - cookbooks, meal plans, and shopping lists

Gluten-Free Meal Planning Resources

December 29, 2015 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

It can be difficult to feed your family homemade gluten-free meals. Below you will find information about gluten-free meal planning resources that can make it easier. I have been gluten-free for over a decade, so I know how hard following a gluten-free diet can be. Gluten-free packaged meals and snacks cost a small fortune, creatingRead More

25 Gluten Free Cookie Recipes

25 Gluten-Free Cookie Recipes

December 22, 2015 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

These 25 Gluten-Free Cookie Recipes are ideal for packing in school lunches or gathering for a fun cookie swap with friends. From gluten-free versions of your favorite classic chocolate chip or peanut butter to decadent dipped cookies that are sophisticated enough for a dinner party, this list contains some of our favorite delicious sweet gluten-free treats. 25Read More

Travel Beauty Hacks Using Kleenex

Travel Beauty Hacks Using Kleenex

December 19, 2015 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Packing beauty essentials is difficult when you have to fly. That’s why I have started bringing along Kleenex. It is versatile and even better, it doesn’t trigger any bag checks when going through security. Here are my travel beauty hacks using kleenex. Travel Beauty Hacks Using Kleenex When travelling, I can’t bring all my beauty productsRead More

Use a paper towel around a oil bottle to catch drips

Holiday Kitchen Hacks Using Paper Towels

December 18, 2015 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

The holidays are always hectic, but they are going to be even crazier for me as I prepare to go on a book tour in January. I just got home today from a trip pertaining to my book. My travel is seriously cutting into my holiday prep. This means I will need to employ time saving hacks to prepareRead More

10 Gluten-Free Sandwich Bread Recipes- These sandwich bread recipes are easy to follow and produce gluten-free breads with great texture. Give them a try!

10 Gluten-Free Sandwich Bread Recipes

December 17, 2015 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

10 Gluten-Free Sandwich Bread Recipes One of the biggest struggles with gluten-free sandwich bread is texture.  When buying various store brands you will find that some are better than others, yet nobody wants to eat all the additives that end up in those breads.  Making your own from scratch is far healthier, cheaper, and more delicious.Read More

How to receive a signed bookplate for Prep-Ahead Meals from Scratch. Preorder the cookbook at your favorite retailer then fill out the form to receive a signed bookplate from Alea

How to Receive a Signed Bookplate for Prep-Ahead Meals from Scratch

December 15, 2015 by Alea Milham 2 Comments

I have had people ask me how they can receive a signed copy of my cookbook Prep-Ahead Meals from Scratch. While I wish I could meet each person and personally sign their books, it just isn’t possible. Fortunately, my publisher has graciously designed bookplates for me, so I can send a signed bookplate for Prep-AheadRead More

Mexican Cocoa Recipe - A Spicy Hot Chocolate Recipe

Mexican Cocoa Recipe – A Spicy Hot Chocolate Recipe

December 12, 2015 by Alea Milham 8 Comments

Get ready for a party in your mouth! This Mexican Cocoa recipe is a delicious blend of chocolate, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper. This Mexican hot chocolate has layers of flavor to it. And the little extra spot of heat from the cayenne pepper is very welcome to those of us who live in the highRead More

Delicious homemade peppermint hot chocolate recipe using crushed candy canes.

Peppermint Hot Chocolate Recipe

November 27, 2015 by Alea Milham 3 Comments

This homemade peppermint hot chocolate recipe is made with crushed candy canes and dark chocolate chips. Yesterday was our first real snowstorm. It has snowed a few times this year, but it has always been a small amount that quickly melted. Yesterday when we woke there was already 6 inches on the ground and itRead More

a collection of homemade Christmas wreaths

12 Homemade Christmas Wreaths

November 26, 2015 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Here are 12 homemade Christmas wreaths to add a touch of holiday cheer to your porch this year. In 2001 we moved to an old neighborhood in Virginia. I immediately fell in love with the hardwood floors, lead pane windows, and spiral staircase as soon as I walked in the foyer. I just knew itRead More

Prep-Ahead Meals from Scratch Where to Buy

Prep-Ahead Meals from Scratch is on Sale

November 23, 2015 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

I recently discovered a few stores where my cookbook Prep-Ahead Meals From Scratch is on sale. I do not know how long the sale will last. You will need to figure in shipping and sales tax to determine which is the best deal for you. Prep-Ahead Meals From Scratch is on Sale Here: Prep-Ahead Meals From Scratch willRead More

How to Make Divinity - Divinity Recipe and tutorial demonstrating how to make divinity from scratch. Divinity makes a lovely and frugal food gift.

How to Make Divinity Candy – Recipe with Picture Tutorial

November 19, 2015 by Alea Milham 28 Comments

I am going to beg the forgiveness of all of my healthy readers in advance. I have already secured it from my IRL friends by letting them serve as taste testers for this delicious homemade divinity recipe. 🙂 I enjoy baking and making candy during the holiday season, but when doing a lot of bakingRead More

10 Gluten-Free Rolls Recipes- Use these recipes to bake gluten-free rolls everyone at your table will enjoy. They are a great addition to holiday meals!

10 Gluten-Free Rolls Recipes

November 19, 2015 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

10 Gluten-Free Rolls Recipes For the upcoming holidays, these 10 Gluten-Free Rolls Recipes are a great addition to your gluten-free dinner table.  So often, those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity find holiday and family meals to be hard.  Not being able to eat their favorite foods, or even indulging and feeling horrible later canRead More

Beautiful and frugal DIY Christmas Home Decor ideas for this holiday season

15 DIY Christmas Decor Ideas

November 16, 2015 by Alea Milham 2 Comments

Try these easy DIY Christmas decor ideas to make your home festive and cozy this holiday season. Yesterday, I shared how we decorated our home with Nativity Scenes. While we enjoy decorating our home with religious decorations we also decorate with just-for-fun DIY Christmas decorations like snowmen and nutcrackers too. Each of our children’s roomsRead More

Quick and Easy Microwave Peanut Brittle Recipe

Easy Microwave Peanut Brittle

November 12, 2015 by Alea Milham

You will love how quickly this easy microwave peanut brittle recipe comes together! Many people think that if you must follow a restricted diet you will never be able to indulge again, but that is simply not true. There are many delicious foods that do not cause any problems for people on a restricted diet.Read More

Pumpkin Pecan Overnight Oatmeal- This overnight oatmeal recipe is a yummy way to get heart-healthy oats and pumpkin into your diet. It's also gluten-free!

Pumpkin Pecan Overnight Oatmeal

November 9, 2015 by Alea Milham 7 Comments

This pumpkin pecan overnight oatmeal recipe does not require any cooking. Simply place it in the refrigerator in the evening and wake up to a pre-made breakfast. This Pumpkin Pecan Overnight Oatmeal is a great choice for any oatmeal loving family.  Oatmeal is always a favorite for breakfast, but it can even be a greatRead More

serving a piece of jalapeno popper crescent ring

Jalapeno Popper Crescent Ring

November 3, 2015 by Alea Milham 4 Comments

This Jalapeno Popper Crescent Ring recipe makes a delicious appetizer any time of year! Party season has begun! The period from Halloween to New Year’s Day is filled with so many holiday parties and family get gatherings. Because holiday dinners are a little more involved, I like to keep my appetizers simple. For some casual parties,Read More

10 Ways to Give Back This Holiday Season- These ways to give back will help your entire family really bring the holiday spirit to those in need this year!

10 Ways to Give Back This Holiday Season

November 2, 2015 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

So many times we get so caught up in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season that it can be incredibly easy to forget the real reasons that we celebrate them. One of those reasons is family and the joy that comes with giving to others and helping those who are less fortunate thanRead More

Homemade Candy Recipes and Fudge Recipes - A round up of homemade candy recipes, bark recipes, and fudge recipes. Candies make lovely gifts at the holidays.

30 Homemade Candy Recipes

November 1, 2015 by Alea Milham 10 Comments

Many of our friends and family have everything they could possibly need, so I enjoy giving consumable gifts. I give homemade jams, breads, cookies, applesauce, and of course candies. Candies are popular with just about everyone and they have the added benefit of the “wow factor” because people mistakenly think they are hard to make.Read 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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