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Homemade spiced pear butter recipe in a mason jar.

Homemade Spiced Pear Butter

September 13, 2019 by Jody 18 Comments

We have a large pear tree. Each year I enjoy using pears in a variety of recipes, including my pressure cooker pear sauce and Jody’s homemade spiced pear butter. ~Alea During the fall I love the various fruits and spices that make an appearance like apples, pumpkin, and cinnamon. Sometimes I love to mix upRead More

Snickers Inspired Caramel Apple

Snickers-Inspired Caramel Apples

August 30, 2019 by Jody Leave a Comment

These Snickers-inspired caramel apples are dipped in caramel, then chocolate, then rolled in chopped peanuts.   Forget traditional simple caramel covered apples and candied apples this fall. This gourmet caramel apple is inspired by one of the most popular candy bars on the shelves: Snickers.  Crisp and tart golden delicious apple meets sweet caramel, richRead More

Garlic Pesto Spaghetti Squash

August 28, 2019 by Jody 1 Comment

This easy garlic pesto spaghetti squash recipe is filling meal for meatless Monday! If you are looking for a low-carb dinner, gluten-free recipe, or just lighter (not to mention inexpensive) meal, spaghetti squash is a wonderful main dish. You can also serve it as a delicious side.  Since I usually eat mine so I canRead More

Gingerbread Pumpkin Biscotti Recipe- This pumpkin biscotti includes all of the iconic flavors of fall. Enjoy it with a cup of coffee or your favorite latte.

Pumpkin Gingerbread Biscotti Recipe

August 16, 2019 by Jody 3 Comments

This Pumpkin Gingerbread Biscotti Recipe is just in time for fall. Enjoy it with your favorite coffee or latte. Between, oh say September and February I am consumed with the flavors of fall and the holidays. Cinnamon, pumpkin spice, ginger, clove…yum. In my lattes, baked goods, savory dishes, and anywhere else I can possibly work itRead More

Tic-Tac-Toe Travel Game Bag- Kids will have fun passing time with this homemade travel game bag. It is a cute and simple way to take tic-tac-toe on the go!

DIY Tic-Tac-Toe Travel Game Bag

July 3, 2019 by Jody 13 Comments

This DIY Tic-Tac-Toe travel game bag is easy to make! The outside of the bag forms the game board and the bag holds the game pieces. I love to create fun and sweet little activities for the kids, or for them to give as homemade gifts to their friends. This DIY Tic-Tac-Toe Travel Game Bag is simple enoughRead More

7 Ways for Kids to Explore Nature This Summer- Whether you homeschool or just want to explore the outdoors, here are 7 summer nature activities for kids.

7 Ways for Kids to Explore Nature This Summer with Kids

June 21, 2019 by Jody Leave a Comment

Here are 7 Ways for Kids to Explore Nature This Summer that we particularly like that allow us to dive into nature studies. There are many educational and enjoyable ways to explore nature year round. Whether you homeschool with the traditional calendar, year-round, or you don’t homeschool at all and are just looking for ways to makeRead More

Sandalwood & Patchouli Mermaid Bath Bomb Recipe

May 30, 2019 by Jody Leave a Comment

You are never too old to believe in mermaids or at least indulge in this Homemade Mermaid Bath Bomb Recipe.  Soak and splash away all the cares of the world when you add this Sandalwood & Patchouli Mermaid Bath Bomb Recipe to your bath.  The soothing and sensuous scents of sandalwood and patchouli combine withRead More

Baked Pork Chops Recipe with Lemon Rosemary Cream Sauce

May 8, 2019 by Jody Leave a Comment

If you want something a little more special than the usual pan-fried pork chops give this Baked Pork Chops Recipe with  Lemon Rosemary Cream Sauce a try this week! The Baked Pork Chops Recipe With Lemon Rosemary Cream Sauce is a flavorful and beautiful dish that will impress your family or friends for dinner anyRead More

Cauliflower Rice Stuffed Peppers Recipe

April 29, 2019 by Jody Leave a Comment

Enjoy a filling Cauliflower Rice Stuffed Peppers Recipe without the guilt of loads of carbs. Hey hey, the gangs all here – all the flavors of stuffed peppers that you know and love minus the carbs from traditional rice. Peppers,  Italian sausage, tomatoes,  onion, parmesan cheese, and spices make this Cauliflower Rice Stuffed Peppers RecipeRead More

baked pork chops with raspberry balsamic sauce

Oven Baked Pork Chops Recipe with Raspberry Balsamic Sauce

April 26, 2019 by Jody Leave a Comment

Tender, flavorful, and moist this Oven Baked Pork Chops Recipe With Raspberry Balsamic Sauce turns ordinary pork into something that will knock their socks off! Give this Oven Baked Pork Pork Chops Recipe With Raspberry Balsamic Sauce a try for date night, Sunday supper, or at your next dinner party.  This pork chops recipe producesRead More

Chicken Curry Soup Recipe with Cauliflower Rice

April 23, 2019 by Jody Leave a Comment

The savory and sweet flavor of this Chicken Curry Soup Recipe with Cauliflower Rice makes a filling meal without weighing you down. If you like the exotic sweet and smoky flavor of curry you will love it in this low-carb Chicken Curry Soup Recipe with Cauliflower Rice. It takes your taste buds delight to a higher levelRead More

Pecan Spiced Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

March 25, 2019 by Jody Leave a Comment

Grab your cast iron skillet and prepare to be blown away by how delicious this Homemade Pecan Spiced Cinnamon Rolls Recipe is! Technically these are pumpkin pie spice sweet rolls but cinnamon is the main ingredient in pumpkin pie spice so I am still calling these “cinnamon rolls”.  This recipe for Pecan Spiced Cinnamon RollsRead More

easter eggs filled with slime

Easter Egg Surprise Slime

March 7, 2019 by Jody Leave a Comment

This Easter Egg Surprise Slime is a great way to turn slime into an Easter-themed activity that will keep them busy for hours. Jump to Printable Easter Egg Surprise Slime Tutorial   I am always looking for fresh ways to make slime new and exciting ( although truth be told my kids just love slime!).  EggRead More

Homemade Lavender Baby Wash- This DIY baby wash contains natural ingredients and has a mild lavender scent. It's also quite easy and inexpensive to make.

Homemade Lavender Baby Wash

February 27, 2019 by Jody 2 Comments

You get a wonderful scent and gentle cleansing with this Homemade Lavender Baby Wash and none of the scary unpronounceable ingredients. If reading the back of the bottle from your store-bought baby wash makes you want to skip the baths altogether, have no fear. It is easy, inexpensive, and even fun to make your own.Read More

how to sell stuff online

How to Sell Stuff Online

February 22, 2019 by Jody Leave a Comment

If you have recently decluttered your home, you may be finding yourself overwhelmed with items that you don’t wish to throw away, but don’t want to donate or keep. These items are perfect for selling online to make a little bit of side cash. How to Sell Stuff Online Have you been inspired by MarieRead More

Irish Jack Cherry Rose Cocktail with 3 leaf clover

Irish Jack Cherry Rose Cocktail

February 21, 2019 by Jody Leave a Comment

This Irish Jack Cherry Rose Cocktail is the perfect way to wet your whistle on St. Patrick’s Day and it’s pretty to boot! Our contribution to the St. Patrick’s Day festivities is a play on the classic Irish Jack Rose but in lieu of the Calvados, we are using a hard cherry apple cider instead. And althoughRead More

peanut butter banana oat bars in pan

Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Bars Recipe

February 14, 2019 by Jody 1 Comment

This Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Bars Recipe makes a delicious breakfast treat or afterschool snack. It is tasty whether served cold or warm. Hearty, healthy, and delicious breakfasts and snacks are a goal for moms everywhere. This Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Bars Recipe gives kids the delicious flavors that they love and also a great doseRead More

Shamrock Pretzel Pops - pretzels dipped in candy and arranged in a shamrock shape on a straw. A St. Patrick's Day treat.

Shamrock Pretzel Pops Recipe

February 10, 2019 by Jody Leave a Comment

The lucky Shamrock Pretzel Pops Recipe will be loved by the young and the young at heart! By making this Shamrock Pretzel Pops Recipe you may avoid getting pinched whether you are wearing green or not, they are just that cute! All you need are pretzels twists, sprinkles, and green candy wafers to create thisRead More

Mardi Gras cake mix donuts on plate with beads

Mardi Gras King Cake Donut Recipe

February 5, 2019 by Jody Leave a Comment

Enjoy this festive Mardi Gras King Cake Donut Recipe for dessert in place of a traditional king cake or even for a decadent breakfast on Fat Tuesday! These cake mix donuts look like miniature King Cakes! They are bright and fun with purple, green, and gold frosting drizzled over the donuts. Using a basic whiteRead More

Valentine’s Day Cocktail Recipe: Rosé With Love

January 30, 2019 by Jody Leave a Comment

This Valentine’s Day Cocktail Recipe: Rosé With Love  has it all, Rosé wine, strawberries, and St. Germaine Elderflower liqueur. Mix up a special  Valentine’s Day Cocktail Recipe this year. Our Rosé With Love is a drink that is sweet, simple, and sophisticated. It is perfect for sharing with your special Valentine for a romantic dinner at home or atRead 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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