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Prep-Ahead Meals, Cooking Tips, and Frugal Living


25 Gluten-Free Cookie Recipes

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These 25 Gluten-Free Cookie Recipes are ideal for packing in school lunches or gathering for a fun cookie swap with friends. From gluten-free versions of your favorite classic chocolate chip or peanut butter to decadent dipped cookies that are sophisticated enough for a dinner party, this list contains some of our favorite delicious sweet gluten-free treats. 25Read More

Gluten-Free Mocha Fudge Cookies

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These gluten-free mocha fudge cookies are amazingly delicious! I wasn’t sure if the flavor of the instant espresso crystals would come through but the cookies ended up being the perfect blend of chocolate and coffee. They are slightly crunchy on the outside and chewy on the inside. They are probably the best gluten-free cookie recipeRead 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.