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How to Save on Utilities in the Summer

May 17, 2022 by Kristi 1 Comment

Are you wondering how to save on utilities in the summer? Use the tips below to save money on your electric bill, water bill, and even your natural gas bill. The summer months are great for camping, family barbecues, or just enjoying the warm weather. Summer months can also dramatically increase your electric bill. BetweenRead More

Seasonal Produce Chart A Guide to What Produce is in Season

Seasonal Produce Chart: A Guide to What Produce is in Season

January 8, 2022 by Kristi 2 Comments

This seasonal produce chart will help you save money by buying fruit and vegetables when they are most affordable. One of the easiest ways to save on groceries is purchasing produce that is in season. When you go to the grocery store, you will typically find some produce that is in season and some thatRead More

ways to cool your house without using an air conditioner this summer

How to Cool Your House without Using the Air Conditioner

May 25, 2021 by Kristi 2 Comments

Electricity bill got you down? Use these tips on how to cool your house without using the air conditioner to save money on utilities this summer. Can you believe it’s already June? In some parts of the country, we are already experiencing triple-digit temperatures. Trying to balance keeping your home cool while not having aRead More

How to Keep Your Poinsettias Alive This Year- Learn how to properly care for your poinsettias so they continue to thrive long after the holiday season.

How to Keep Your Poinsettias Alive This Year

December 2, 2019 by Kristi 11 Comments

The poinsettia plant is a perennial. Yes, they really are. The indoor plant you use to decorate during the holidays is actually a flowering shrub. Use these tips on how to keep your poinsettia plant alive this year to enjoy it year-round. The signature plant of the Holiday season is beautiful red poinsettias. They startRead More

Frugal New Year's Eve Celebration Ideas- Enjoy your New Year's Eve without spending a lot of money. These budget-friendly ideas are still a lot of fun!

Frugal New Year’s Eve Celebration Ideas

December 15, 2018 by Kristi Leave a Comment

New Year’s Eve is a time to celebrate! Another year down and the start of a new one. While a fancy celebration in a 5-star hotel might sound exciting, it’s not always affordable. Let’s be honest, it’s hardly ever affordable! That doesn’t mean you can’t kick off the New Year having a blast all whileRead More

How to Season and Clean Cast Iron Pots and Pans

November 15, 2018 by Kristi 7 Comments

To some people cooking with cast iron seems a little outdated. If you are not familiar with cast iron you might be a little intimidated by the maintenance of seasoning your cast iron. However, cooking with cast iron is very easy and once you get used to it you will be sold! This is theRead More

25 Healthy Foods for Under a Dollar-On a budget? Feed your family from this list of healthy foods that are under a dollar each serving!

25 Healthy Foods for Under a Dollar a Serving

September 13, 2018 by Kristi 4 Comments

Here is a list of healthy foods for under a dollar to help you feed your family nutritious meals without spending a lot of money: There is a common misconception that in order to feed your family healthy food, you need to spend a lot of money. You might be surprised to hear that feedingRead More

Tips for Hiking with Kids

Tips for Hiking with Kids

August 30, 2018 by Kristi 1 Comment

Use these tips for hiking with kids to make your next family hike more enjoyable. Hiking can be a fun and very frugal family activity. A lot of people with young children tend to stay away from hiking for several different reasons. Some think their children won’t be able to handle a hike and othersRead More

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Summer Bucket List Ideas

June 12, 2018 by Kristi Leave a Comment

Do you want to make a summer bucket list with your kids this year? Here are some summer bucket list ideas to inspire you! You’ve probably heard the term “bucket list” and if you haven’t it’s simply a list of everything you want to do before you die. I don’t know about you but IRead More

What to Buy at Warehouse Stores-Be savvy when you shop at warehouse stores. What to buy and what to avoid when buying groceries at a warehouse store.

What to Buy at Warehouse Stores

February 27, 2018 by Kristi 2 Comments

If you want to get the most from your warehouse membership, here is what to buy at warehouse stores. Shopping at warehouse stores like Sam’s Club or Costco allows you to easily stock up on items your family uses. If you know what to purchase and what not to purchase you can save a goodRead More

Frugal Holiday Family Fun- You don't need a large budget to create Christmas memories with your family. Enjoy these fun and affordable activities this year.

Frugal Holiday Family Fun

December 1, 2017 by Kristi Leave a Comment

The holidays can be expensive, but you can have fun as a family with these ideas for frugal holiday family fun. We are officially in the holiday season! I don’t know about you but I get so excited during this time of year. The holidays are the perfect time of year to enjoy family outings,Read More

How to Deep Clean a Bathroom

June 8, 2017 by Kristi 7 Comments

Does your bathroom need a thorough cleaning? Here are tips on how to deep clean a bathroom. The dreaded area of the home, the bathroom! Don’t you just love cleaning the bathroom? Most of us are probably going to answer that with a big NO! Thankfully, cleaning a bathroom doesn’t have to be a dreadedRead More

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How to Create a Stockpile

May 6, 2017 by Kristi 1 Comment

Use these tips on how to create a stockpile to stock your kitchen pantry with food and your bathroom with personal care products. Creating a stockpile is a great way to ensure you always have plenty of food on hand. There are several reasons you might want to consider creating a stockpile. Some people stockRead More

How to Save on Canning Supplies - tips for saving on all the items you need for canning

How to Save on Canning Supplies

August 23, 2016 by Kristi 7 Comments

Do you have a garden overflowing with ripe fruits and vegetables? If so you might want to think about canning all the yummy treats from your garden. Fruits and vegetables go bad very quickly and canning is a great way to preserve your hard work! Canning isn’t always a cheap hobby to jump into. InRead More

How to Keep Track of Kitchen Inventory- Save yourself valuable time and money by creating an inventory of items you have on hand in your kitchen.

How to Keep Track of Kitchen Inventory

February 19, 2016 by Kristi 2 Comments

Do you find yourself coming home from the grocery store realizing you bought too much of one thing or not enough of another? I don’t know about you but this happens to me all the time! For almost six months straight I was buying tomato sauce and rice every single grocery trip! I go groceryRead More

How to Get Your Budget Back on Track After Holiday Spending- These tips will show you how to recover from holiday spending and plan better for next year.

How to Get Your Budget Back on Track After Holiday Spending

December 28, 2015 by Kristi Leave a Comment

For most people, the holidays are a very stressful time of year. It seems like the minute summer ends the holidays come at us full steam! We get hit with Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years. Unless you’re rolling in the dough, it’s hard to afford all of these holidays and everything that goes alongRead More

How to Care for Plants That Were Damaged in a Freeze- These useful tips will help you salvage plants that have suffered damage during freezing temperatures.

How to Care for Plants That Were Damaged in a Freeze

December 15, 2015 by Kristi 1 Comment

  If you did not get your plants covered or cared for before the freeze hit, you may have lost a part of or entire plants. Honestly, you won’t know until you do a few things to see how extensive the damage was. These tips will show you How to Care for Plants That Were DamagedRead More

Frugal Winter Date Ideas- Don't pass up date night just because you're on a budget! Here are 5 inexpensive date ideas that you can enjoy this winter.

Frugal Winter Date Ideas

December 10, 2015 by Kristi Leave a Comment

The winter months are cold and probably make you feel like staying indoors nice and comfy! Resist the urge to hibernate all winter. In fact, you should take advantage of the cold winter months and enjoy a frugal winter date with your spouse. There are several fun things you can do during the winter thatRead More

Frugal Winter Family Fun- Enjoy winter with your family with these fun and frugal activities. They are perfect for spending time together over winter break.

Frugal Winter Family Fun

December 3, 2015 by Kristi 2 Comments

It’s easy to get cabin fever during the winter months. It’s cold outside and sometimes it’s just easier to stay bundled up indoors! But, there are so many fun things to do during the winter if you are braving enough to bare the cold temperatures. In fact some of my favorite things to do withRead More

How to Save Money on Utilities in the Winter- These helpful tips will save energy and keep utility bills from hiking up during the cold winter months ahead.

How to Save Money on Utilities in the Winter

November 22, 2015 by Kristi 1 Comment

Don’t get me wrong I love summer, but there is just some majestic about the winter. The holidays are in full swing, the snow falling and warming the house up by baking some homemade bread really does lift my spirits. With that said, I don’t really enjoy cold weather, in fact I keep my houseRead More

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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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