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Premeditated Leftovers™

Prep-Ahead Meals, Cooking Tips, and Frugal Living


How to Make Natural Moth Repellent

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As you pack away seasonal clothing, here are some ways to make natural moth repellent to protect your clothes from moths while in storage. Once we moved to an area with four seasons, I realized I needed to store seasonal clothing. I  realized that along with packing up seasonal clothing, I also needed to repel moths fromRead More

15 Unexpected Ways to Save Money in Your Daily Life

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If you’ve been trying to cut your expenses and save money, you might find yourself running out of ideas. Sure, you know to cut out your morning coffee and to dump cable, but what about the other ways that you don’t normally think about? They can be very easy to miss! These 15 Unexpected WaysRead More

20 Gluten Free Cupcake Recipes

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Cupcakes are the perfect portion controlled snack or dessert, and these Gluten Free Cupcake Recipes are ideal for your cravings.  With all of your favorite cupcake flavors now in great gluten free recipes you’ll never have to feel left out.  Birthday parties, holiday events, and just after dinner dessert can be delicious with any ofRead More

8 Tips for Taming Kids’ Tech Obsession

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Michele Kambolis, a family therapist and author of Generation Stressed: Play-Based Tools to Help Your Child Overcome Anxiety is sharing tips for taming kids’ tech obsession. Technology is changing childhood, with as many opinions on healthy usage as there are gadgets to distract us. While technology holds possibilities and benefits, there are known drawbacks associatedRead More

How to Find Deals on Craft Supplies

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Ask any crafter and they’ll tell you that craft supplies can often be budget breaking. No matter what your chosen craft is, you can easily overspend if you’re not careful. Fortunately, there are several ways to find deals on craft supplies that are really easy to do. They will help cut your crafting costs downRead More

Frugal Fall Family Fun

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Are you ready for some family fun this fall? There are so many great activities you can do with your family during the fall season! When it comes to family fun during the fall, you won’t have to worry about breaking the budget. Thankfully, most fall activities are very affordable and family friendly. Make itRead More

20 Gluten Free Apple Recipes

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These 20 Gluten Free Apple Recipes are perfect for using up all the great apples you pick this fall at the local orchard.  As the old saying goes, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away”, and these recipes will keep you and your entire family enjoying the crisp delicious flavors of apples no matterRead More

Ways to Thicken Your Hair Naturally

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Ways to Thicken Your Hair Naturally Dealing with thin hair is no fun! Using conventional shampoos can leave your hair looking flat, thin, and weighed down. Check out these awesome ways to thicken your hair naturally, and without spending an arm and a leg! Head to the Kitchen… You’ll be amazed at how many waysRead More

Zucchini Fritters Recipe

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We discovered a delicious Zucchini Fritters recipe in Good Cheap Eats Dinner in 30 Minutes (or Less!) by Jessica Fisher. Even better, Jessica is letting us share this easy meatless meal with you. I was thrilled to have an opportunity to review Good Cheap Eats Dinner in 30 Minutes (or Less!) by Jessica Fisher. You mayRead More

7 Ways to Stop Weeds in Your Garden

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7 Ways to Stop Weeds in Your Garden Nothing is more discouraging than going out to the garden and seeing that it has been overrun by unwanted plants.  Weeds are the most time consuming maintenance for your garden. With these tips you can reduce your time spent weeding, skip the harsh chemical treatments, and winRead More

Rocky Road Cheerios Bars

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This easy, no-bake recipe for Rocky Road Cheerios Bars makes a tasty treat or after-school snack.   These Rocky Road Cheerios Bars are a quick and easy no-bake cereal bar treat! This tasty snack is made with cheerios, chocolate chips, marshmallows, and nuts. I love that it doesn’t require any baking and it only needsRead More

Tips for Teaching Your Kids About Presidential Elections

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These tips for teaching your kids about presidential elections are going to come in handy as we head into an election year once again. Children may not be old enough to vote, but they can begin learning at an early age how the election process works. Understanding how basic election processes begin, as well as whatRead More

Easy Ways to Increase Energy Without Caffeine

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These easy ways to increase energy without caffeine are tried and true methods used by millions of people every day. In our fast paced society we often get caught up using caffeine laden coffee, energy drinks, or supplements to keep up. These focus on natural healthy ways to get more energy that can easily fitRead More

7 Gluten Free Pizza Crust Recipes

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Everyone loves a nice pizza, but it can be tough if you have to have a gluten free diet.  These 7 Gluten Free Pizza Crust Recipes are perfect for keeping the family pizza night a tradition.  So many hesitate to eat gluten free breads thinking they won’t be as yummy. However, we have proven thatRead More

Chipotle Ranch Chicken Salad Wraps

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You wouldn’t think as a homeschool mom that I would have to pack lunches. However I do. We attend classes at a homeschool co-op, music lessons, and go on at least one field trip a week. Which adds up to quite a few brown bag lunches through out the week. My youngest son is veryRead More

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.