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Premeditated Leftovers™

Prep-Ahead Meals, Cooking Tips, and Frugal Living


How to Make Your Produce Last Longer

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Use this guide to wash and store your fruits and vegetables to make your produce last longer.   Whether you are buying from your local farmers market, CSA, Co-op, or even the grocery store there are things you can do to stretch your dollar and make your produce last longer.  If you are like meRead More

20 Frugal Ways to Use Sugar

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You may use sugar to sweeten your coffee or make your cookies taste great, but did you know that there are other household uses for sugar too? Sugar can be used in all sorts of practical ways around the house, and in more rooms than just the kitchen. Take a peek below at 20 usesRead More

20 Frugal Ways to Use Olive Oil

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Olive oil is a staple in the kitchen. Chances are, you have a bottle or two tucked away in the pantry somewhere. Well the truth is you can never have too much olive oil, as it is a product that can be used for more than just making salad dressings. Take a peek below atRead More

Meal Planning in 6 Easy Steps

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“Meal planning is time consuming, costly and not worth all the hassle”. When I first heard about meal planning this is how I thought about meal planning. However, I finally gave in and gave it a try and I’m hooked! I’m here to tell you that meal planning is not time consuming, costly and isRead More

Frugal Valentine’s Day Party Ideas

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Whether you are hosting a Valentine’s Day party or preparing for you son or daughters school party, you are probably concerned about the budget. With any holiday party planning can get very expensive! This Valentine’s Day don’t let the over-priced store items get the best of you. There are several frugal Valentine’s Day party ideasRead More

30 Frugal Ways to Use WD-40

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Chances are you already have some WD-40 sitting in the garage.  You probably use it to stop squeaks. Maggie of Family Frugal Fun is sharing 30 frugal ways you can use WD-40 around your home. WD-40 is a great product.  For those of you who don’t know, WD-40 is a lubricant which comes in many different size cans.Read More

Frugal Valentine’s Day Date Ideas

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Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching and you might have already started thinking about ways to show that special someone you love them. Flowers, chocolates and other gifts are nice, but nothing compares to some good old-fashion quality time. Valentine’s Day dates can be over-rated at times. You hear about couples going out to fancy andRead More

20 Unusual {and Frugal} Uses for Mayonnaise

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We all know how yummy mayonnaise tastes on sandwiches or when whipped up in deviled eggs, but did you know it has many wonderful uses outside of the kitchen? It sure does! Mayo has been used for years for a variety of household uses, all purposeful and practical. Take a look below at 20 unusualRead More

20 Frugal Ways to Use Coconut Oil

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  Just the name of coconut oil makes it sound like a pretty nice product, doesn’t it? You can read about the health benefits of coconut oil here. It gives off a very tropical, easy going, breezy vibe. Well, coconut oil is just that, an easy going, simple, and stress-free product that can be usedRead More

Ways to Save Money on a Dinner Date

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A dinner date can be great fun and exciting, especially if it is for a special occasion such as Valentine’s Day or an anniversary. Maybe you wish you could do them more often, but because of money, you don’t. It doesn’t have to be that way! Below are some tips for saving on a dinnerRead More

8 Yoga Poses to Help You Detox

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Meghan Gerrity is sharing 8 Yoga Poses to help you detox: 8 Yoga Poses to Detox If you’re one of the more than 15 million people in the United States practicing yoga, you already know how beneficial the poses and breathing techniques can be for your body, mind and overall well being. Yoga, a centuries-old practice,Read More

20 Awesome Uses for Peppermint Essential Oil

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Do you have leftover peppermint oil from holiday baking and DIY projects? Maggie of Family Frugal Fun is sharing 20 awesome ways you can use peppermint essential oil. Her uses for peppermint essential oil include natural health remedies and  a few tips for eliminating pests like mice and insects.  Peppermint Oil has quite a few natural uses.Read More

30 Frugal Uses for Witch Hazel

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Maggie of Family Frugal Fun is sharing 3o frugal ways you can use witch hazel. Her uses for witch hazel include beauty treatments, medicinal uses, and even a few cleaning tips.   There are so many uses for witch hazel. Witch hazel is a frugal, all-natural folk remedy that has been used for centuries.  Witch hazel isRead More

How to Make Your Own Furniture Polish

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A while ago I discovered some walnut oil that expired. I shared on my Facebook page how annoyed I was that it had gotten pushed to the back and forgotten. One of my friends told me if I was concerned about using it in recipes, I could use it as  furniture polish. What an amazingRead More

How To Save Money on Haircuts

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  Haircuts are one of those things that tends to sneak up on us. One day, our hair is manageable and the next we realize just how badly we need a haircut. The only problem is, haircuts can cost you a lot of money, especially if you are looking into getting the whole family done.Read More

9 Frugal, Last-Minute Gift Ideas

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We have just a couple more weeks of shopping left to do before Christmas is here. With the holiday coming up on us so quickly, you may be scrambling to find something that is not only great for the recipient, but easy on your wallet. Here are 9 Frugal, last-minute gifts: 1. Head to theRead 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.