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Save money this year by cutting out a few monthly bills. Here are 12 household expenses you should cut in 2023 to make a big difference.

12 Household Expenses You Should Cut in 2023

January 10, 2023 by Ann 3 Comments

If you are trying to save money, cutting out a few monthly expenses can make a big difference. Here are 12 household expenses you should cut in 2023. Are you drowning in debt? Or perhaps you just want a little extra money to set aside. There are all sorts of reasons to want to makeRead More

How to restore order to your home after the holidays. Includes ideas for deep cleaning the kitchen, decluttering, and organizing. Includes a printable list to help you keep track of your January cleaning tasks

January Cleaning Checklist: How to Restore Order to Your Home After the Holidays

December 30, 2022 by Ann 1 Comment

Use this January Cleaning Checklist to restore order to your home after the holidays. A few summers ago, I was rearranging furniture and found pine needles under the couch. Yep. 6 months after Christmas and I hadn’t moved the couches once to vacuum under them. I realized that there were a number of deep cleaningRead More

This Christmas Tree Advent Calendar is an easy craft to make with recycled paper towel rolls. Each day you count down reveals a hidden treat!

DIY Christmas Tree Advent Calendar

November 22, 2022 by Ann 1 Comment

This Homemade Christmas Tree Advent Calendar is an easy craft to make with recycled paper towel rolls. Each day you count down towards Christmas reveals a hidden treat! It’s almost time to start the Christmas countdown! There are so many fun ways to do this with advent calendars. You can find all sorts of themRead More

Help your kids reflect on what they are thankful for with this Gratitude Tree Activity. It's a great craft for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday.

Gratitude Tree Activity

October 31, 2022 by Ann 2 Comments

It’s not always easy teaching our kids how to be grateful. This Gratitude Tree Activity is a simple way to help them focus on what they are thankful for this year. It’s a great craft for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. Once complete, you can display the Gratitude Tree as a table centerpiece for all to enjoy. AnytimeRead More

lemon rice krispie treats recipe - a no-bake dessert

Lemon Meringue Rice Krispie Treats

June 30, 2022 by Ann 5 Comments

This lemon meringue rice krispie treats recipe has a bright flavor and is easy to make. You may think cereal treats are just for kids, but this recipe for Lemon Meringue Rice Krispie Treats is a perfect choice for sharing with anyone.  They are so delicious and upscale for a cereal treat that they could even beRead More

paper bag jellyfish craft for kids

Paper Bag Jellyfish Craft

June 16, 2022 by Ann Leave a Comment

This Paper Bag Jellyfish Craft is a cute craft that your kids can make with supplies you already have in the house. This Paper Bag Jellyfish Craft is an easy ocean-themed craft project for kids. The only supplies you need are brown paper lunch bags, cupcake liners, markers, craft paint, and a glue stick.  The only toolsRead More

Sweet Pickle Relish Canning Recipe- Make this sweet relish with excess garden produce. You can stock your pantry or give it as gifts during the holidays!

Sweet Pickle Relish Canning Recipe

May 31, 2022 by Ann 17 Comments

Enjoy the flavors of summer with this sweet pickle relish canning recipe. We love relish on everything from hot dogs and brats to our favorite chicken or tuna salad. This Sweet Pickle Relish Canning Recipe is a great choice for anyone to make at home! Make jars of this with your excess garden produce andRead More

Mason Jar Strawberry Crisp Recipe

April 29, 2022 by Ann 3 Comments

This Mason Jar Strawberry Crisp Recipe is an easy, individual-sized dessert. Serving this Mason Jar Strawberry Crisp Recipe in a small mason jar is a super easy way to make sure you manage your portion sizes with dessert.  I love fruit crisps so much that if I don’t, I could sit down and eat the entireRead More

How to Host an Amazing and Frugal Thanksgiving Dinner- These frugal tips will save you money while still providing guests with a fabulous Thanksgiving meal.

How to Host a Frugal Thanksgiving Dinner

November 3, 2021 by Ann Leave a Comment

With the rising costs of food, the cost of Thanksgiving dinner could go up. Use these tips to host a frugal Thanksgiving dinner that is delicious and fun for all who join you. Thanksgiving is coming up soon, and if you’re hosting Thanksgiving dinner you might be wondering if it’s possible to host a frugalRead More

ways to use borax around your home to clean and kill pests

20 Frugal Uses for Borax

May 24, 2021 by Ann 10 Comments

Borax is not only inexpensive, but it is also quite useful! Check out Maggie’s 20 frugal uses for Borax.   Most of us know of Borax as a laundry booster, but Borax can be used for so many more things than just helping with the laundry. This product is a great cleaning agent and all-aroundRead More

Olympic Rings Sun Catcher Craft- This colorful sun catcher displays the five Olympic rings. It's a fun and easy craft to make with kids during the Olympics.

Olympic Rings Sun Catcher Craft

May 11, 2021 by Ann Leave a Comment

 This Olympic Rings Sun Catcher is a great craft to get your kids excited about the Summer Olympics! This Olympic Rings craft project is easy to make! It is made with Modge Podge, wax paper, and tissue paper. Here are more Summer Olympic Games and Activities to do with your kids. Olympic Rings Sun CatcherRead More

These Garlic Butter Mashed Potatoes are a flavorful yet easy mashed potato recipe! Serve them on Thanksgiving or whip them up for your next family dinner.

Garlic Butter Mashed Potatoes

November 7, 2020 by Ann 4 Comments

Tired of plain mashed potatoes? This simple Garlic Butter Mashed Potatoes recipe is flavored with real garlic and butter. When it comes to comfort food mash potatoes often come to mind. These Garlic Butter Mashed Potatoes will hit the spot. Whip these up for your next family dinner or save them for the perfect Thanksgiving side dish.Read More

Christmas tree white chocolate bark candy recipe

Christmas Tree White Chocolate Bark

December 13, 2019 by Ann 5 Comments

I am a huge fan of chocolate bark, and this super cute Christmas Tree White Chocolate Bark is a great idea for the holiday season.  They take just a bit of time to assemble, but everyone will love seeing them on a platter as a yummy dessert option at all of your holiday parties! Chocolate bark isRead More

Easy Apple and Bacon Cinnamon Roll Recipe- Make your own delicious cinnamon rolls with crumbled bacon and apples. No one will believe they are homemade!

Easy Apple and Bacon Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

September 1, 2019 by Ann Leave a Comment

This Apple and Bacon Cinnamon Rolls recipe is filled with fried apples and bacon and topped with glaze. Who doesn’t love a good cinnamon roll? With this recipe, I added crumbled Applewood smoked bacon and fried apples to make them even more irresistible. You will see that there are several steps to making these cinnamonRead More

Apple Stamping Craft- This stamping craft is a fun way to paint with apples. It's also a frugal and easy activity for kids!

Apple Stamping Craft

August 19, 2019 by Ann 1 Comment

This Apple Stamping Craft is a fun way to make art with apples! This apple stamping craft looks amazing, but it is so easy and inexpensive to make. Younger children will need help with the cutting and gluing, but stamping apples is fun for all ages. Apple stamping is a great supplementary craft if youRead More

Copycat Starbucks Chewy Brownie Recipe- Are you in love with the chewy brownies from Starbucks? This copycat recipe is just as enjoyable as the real thing.

Copycat Starbucks Chewy Brownie Recipe

July 4, 2019 by Ann 9 Comments

Are you in love with Starbucks Chewy Brownies? Then you will love this Copycat Starbucks Chewy Brownie Recipe with three kinds of chocolate! When I think of my favorite brownies, this Copycat Starbucks Chewy Brownie Recipe is definitely on the list.  It’s simple to pull together and practically fool proof.  I also love that it usesRead More

This Ice Cube Discovery Activity for Kids is the perfect companion for studying the letter 'I' with children. It is also a fun and easy way to beat boredom.

Ice Cube Discovery Activity for Kids

June 25, 2019 by Ann 2 Comments

This Ice Cube Discovery Activity for Kids is a fun way to keep little minds engaged. Grab an ice cube tray and a handful of trinkets from around your home to get started.     I love creating activities for kids that cost very little money. It just proves that fun doesn’t need to cost a lot. ThisRead More

Sour Cream Banana Bread Recipe

May 17, 2019 by Ann 1 Comment

Sour cream makes this Sour Cream Banana Bread Recipe incredibly moist. The not so secret ingredient to this Sour Cream Banana Bread Recipe? Yep, sour cream. It adds moisture and highlights the sweetness with its light tanginess and will make you a believer. Kick your banana bread up a notch and give it a tryRead More

How to Start Couponing

How to Start Couponing

May 12, 2019 by Ann 1 Comment

If you want to start using coupons, these tips on how to start couponing will help you start saving faster!   With the economy on a rough side, lots of people are turning to couponing. Couponing is a fantastic way to save your family money. You can use the money that you save from couponingRead More

How to Freeze Cream Cheese- Try these tips on freezing and thawing cream cheese. You can extend the life of cream cheese up to 6 months by freezing it!

How to Freeze Cream Cheese

May 2, 2019 by Ann 38 Comments

Have you ever wondered if you can freeze cream cheese? The answer is yes, you can! Use the directiosn below on how to freeze cream cheese and tips for thawing frozen cream cheese when you are ready to use it. Can you Freeze Cream Cheese? Cream cheese is something that every so often you can findRead 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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