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Summer Reading Programs For Kids (Updated List)

May 15, 2013 by Alea Milham 2 Comments

Do you want to encourage your kids to read this summer? Tracie of Penny Pinchin’ Mom has created a list of summer reading programs for kids and is sharing it with us today. Scholastic’s Summer Challenge: Kids can keep track of their reading minutes by logging in.  In return, they can enter to win variousRead More

Frozen Dessert Round Up

May 13, 2013 by Alea Milham 25 Comments

My husband received an ice-cream maker for Father’s Day in 2000. Why? Because the kids were sure that my husband wanted an ice-cream maker. A red one. And it turned out that they were right; my husband loves making ice-cream. He often insists on bringing it to our friends parties so everyone can eat realRead More

Cookie Recipes from the Hearth and Soul Hop

May 13, 2013 by Alea Milham 5 Comments

Welcome to another Hearth and Soul Hop, the food carnival for and about food that not only nourishes our bodies, but our souls! There were so many delicious contributions to last week’s Hearth and Soul Hop! This week I am highlighting the delicious cookie recipes that were submitted: Oatmeal Cookies Campfire S’more Cookies Chocolate ChipRead More

How to Kill Ants

May 13, 2013 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

I try to use natural methods to kill ants, especially they are in location near my children and pets. My first line of defense is soapy water using Dr. Bronner’s Peppermint Castile Soap. I put it in a spray bottle and squirt any ants I see. This temporarily disables the ants making them easier toRead More

Menu Plan Week of May 13

May 12, 2013 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

I blew it last week when I made my menu. I completely forgot that today was Mother’s Day. My husband told me earlier this week that he would barbecue steaks for Mother’s Day, so yesterday I made ribs in place of steaks. This morning before I woke up (and could pull steaks out of theRead More

Mom’s Real Value

May 12, 2013 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Happy Mother’s Day!

Homemade Sunscreen Recipes - Save money and avoid chemicals by making sunscreen yourself at home using one of these homemade sunscreen recipes.

Homemade Sunscreen Recipes

May 10, 2013 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

I try to be very careful about what I put on my kid’s skin. I prefer to use clothing and hats to provide protection from the sun, but that is not always enough. With ever-changing guidelines about what sunscreen ingredients are safe, it just seems easier to me to make homemade sunscreen rather than tryingRead More

Dealing with Lactose Intolerance and Lactaid Product Giveaway

May 10, 2013 by Alea Milham 3 Comments

I have mentioned on numerous occasions that my oldest son is lactose intolerant. His reaction to lactose was quite severe when he was young, so we pulled all dairy from his diet. Now when he accidentally (or intentionally) ingests dairy his reaction hasn’t been as extreme. And sometimes, like when he consumes certain cheeses, heRead More

Chocolate Recipes from the Hearth and Soul Hop

May 6, 2013 by Alea Milham 11 Comments

Welcome to another Hearth and Soul Hop, the food carnival for and about food that not only nourishes our bodies, but our souls! My highlights from visiting last week’s contributors to the Hearth and Soul Hop:  Mexican Chocolate Buttermilk Pound Cake How to Make a Volcano Cake Wild Orange Chocolate Balls Chocolate Cake with PeanutRead More

Save with the Home Depot Gardening Club

May 6, 2013 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Join the Home Depot Gardening Club and get $5 off your next lawn and gardening purchase of $50 or more. As a member of the Home Depot Gardening Club, you will receive over $300 in annual savings! Fill in your email address, ZIP code and name to start seeing project ideas, monthly to-do lists andRead More

Menu Plan – Week of May 6

May 5, 2013 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

I am returning from a trip late Sunday night, so I am starting the week with meals made from ingredients that I have in the pantry, freezer and garden which will allow me to postpone shopping for a few days. Here are free printable menu plans, a shopping list, and other useful printables that youRead More

Grocery Savings To-Do List

May 4, 2013 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Here are some tasks to maximize your grocery savings this week: Check your pantry, freezer and fridge to see what you have on hand. Make your menu using as many items as you can from your stock pile. Make a grocery list for the items you will need to buy. Check the store sales toRead More

How to Start Seedlings in Egg Shells

May 4, 2013 by Alea Milham 2 Comments

Maggie from Family Frugal Fun is sharing how she repurposes egg shells and uses them to start her seedlings. If you’re into growing some of your own food then you know its time to start your seeds. This year instead of purchasing a seed starter kit, try saving your egg shells for a week orRead More

Naturally Frugal Tip: How to Cut Kid’s Hair At Home

May 3, 2013 by Alea Milham 2 Comments

For some reason none of my kids liked getting their hair cut in a shop when they were young. That is an understatement. They all hated it! At first I tried to reason with them and find ways to make it appealing, but I was unsuccessful. Even bribes didn’t work. Then I realized that cuttingRead More

May Money Savings Guide: Sales, Clearance Items, and In-Season Produce

May 1, 2013 by Alea Milham 2 Comments

Finding  great deals is less about knowing where to shop and more about knowing when to shop. To get the best deals, you need to know the store’s sale cycles  so you can look for rock-bottom prices on those items.  With that in mind, I am sharing a money saving guide to help you find theRead More

Menu Plan Week of April 29

April 28, 2013 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

This week’s menu is filled with easy recipes because I will be out of town Thursday through Sunday. I am making  casseroles at the beginning of the week, so they can eat the leftovers if necessary. And for the end of the week, I have chosen recipes that my kids can easily make, though myRead More

Southwest Frittata with Chicken Recipe - A fast and easy dish that works well for any meal of the day. Print recipe here or save it to your recipe box.

Southwest Frittata with Chicken

April 25, 2013 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

Now that the weather has warmed up, we are busier than ever trying to squeeze as much as possible into the extra hours of day light. I am anxious to get outside, so I don’t want to spend a lot of time cooking breakfast. And I drag myself if as the sun is setting whichRead More

Delicious Lasagna Recipe Variations

April 24, 2013 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Nothing says comfort quite like a hearty lasagna—layers of flavor, melty cheese, and that satisfying bake. Over the years, we’ve shared a collection of homemade lasagna recipes and clever variations that make this Italian classic easier, faster, or even more exciting. Whether you’re short on time, feeding a crowd, or looking for a fun twist,Read More

Gluten-Free Caramel Macchiato Cake

April 22, 2013 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

I am sharing my Gluten-Free Caramel Macchiato Cake recipe at Meet Penny today. Penny is hosting 10 Days of Gluten-Free Recipes and I am honored to contribute to her series. This recipe includes adaptions to make it dairy-free. I love creating gluten-free cakes for my family. Here are a few of our favorites gluten-free cakeRead More

Menu Plan Week of April 21

April 21, 2013 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

I have a printable weekly menu plan and shopping list as well as other useful printables that you can download to make organizing your meal plan and grocery shopping a little easier. Monday – Teriyaki Chicken, Basmati Rice with Onion and Garlic, and Glazed Carrots. Tuesday – Spinach and Mushroom Quesadillas Wednesday -Use the leftover teriyakiRead 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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