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How to stop living paycheck to paycheck

How to Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck

May 4, 2018 by Christine T 4 Comments

There are some simple things that you can do to stop living paycheck to paycheck. One way we get in a financial rut is by living paycheck to paycheck. Some of this is because the economy is not what it once was and so it can be pretty challenging to try to not live paycheckRead More

A List of Foods that Freeze Well

April 20, 2018 by Editor 14 Comments

Here is a list of foods that freeze well. When you see these items on sale, you can stock up and freeze the items. Over time, this strategy will help you save on your grocery budget. If you are looking to trim down your grocery bill you might want to consider stocking up and freezingRead More

Homemade, Organic Fruit and Vegetable Wash

April 13, 2018 by Alea Milham 5 Comments

If you want to wash your produce to help remove pesticides, make a batch of this organic fruit and vegetable wash with only 3 ingredients. It is always a good idea to give your produce a good wash before eating.  A fruit and vegetable wash is a great way to do this and make sureRead More

Extreme Couponing Insiders Money Saving Coupon Tips

Extreme Couponing Tips – Insider’s Money Saving Coupon Tips

April 6, 2018 by Alea Milham 2 Comments

Here are some insider tips to make your coupons work harder for you. While these qualify as extreme couponing tips, they are fairly easy to incorporate into your shopping trips. Especially since our coupon tips include using money-saving apps on your smartphone. You probably know that coupons can save you money at the store onRead More

How to Use Anise Oil- Do you enjoy the sweet and distinct flavor of anise in desserts and beverages? If so, check out these beneficial uses for anise oil.

How to Use Anise Oil

April 6, 2018 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Anise oil has a variety of uses including natural health treatments, homemade beauty products, and flavoring in desserts. You may have enjoyed the flavor of anise in desserts and specialty beverages, as it offers a black licorice flavor that is quite sweet and distinct. If you enjoy the flavor of anise, and many people do,Read More

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10 Ways to Save on Entertainment

March 30, 2018 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

You don’t have to skip entertainment when you are on a tight budget. Instead, have more fun while spending less with these 10 ways to save on entertainment! When living a frugal lifestyle, one of the things to go first is often expensive entertainment. It doesn’t have to be that way! You can still haveRead More

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10 Kitchen Items That You Should Buy Secondhand

March 29, 2018 by Katie Femia 2 Comments

The cost of furnishing a kitchen can get expensive quickly, but many kitchen items are perfectly safe to buy used. Here is a list of kitchen items that you should buy secondhand. Is the cost of kitchen supplies getting you down? Filling your kitchen cabinets with the necessary supplies can be a daunting and expensiveRead More

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5 Natural Hair Treatments You Can Make At Home

March 28, 2018 by Christine T 2 Comments

Natural hair treatments are great for your hair, but they can be pricey. Here are 5 natural hair treatments you can make at home. Other than facial products, people spend a lot of money on hair care. The hope is that the product lives up to its claims and gives you silky, soft and shinyRead More

10 Secrets of Frugal Grocery Shoppers

March 23, 2018 by Christine T 5 Comments

You can save more at the grocery store with these 10 secrets of frugal grocery shoppers. Grocery shopping is one area most of us wish we could save money on. There is the obvious coupon clipping to save money but what if you don’t have time to do this? Is it still possible to saveRead More

6 Storage Ideas Using Repurposed Items

March 22, 2018 by Alea Milham 3 Comments

These clever storage ideas using repurposed items will help you get organized without spending a lot of money on storage containers. Even though the weather is still cold, it’s never too early to start thinking about spring cleaning. Don’t fall prey to buying all kinds of organizing tools and storage containers when you likely haveRead More

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How to Avoid Supermarket Spending Traps

March 15, 2018 by Christine T 2 Comments

You can save money at the grocery store by no falling into these common spending traps. Here’s how to avoid supermarket spending traps. It might surprise you, but retailers put a lot of time and effort into making their store a place that will entice you to spend more just based on how it isRead More

How to make your own bed frame - 5 DIY bed frame ideas

How to Make Your Own Bed Frame

March 14, 2018 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Bed frames can be expensive. If you are on a tight budget try one of these ideas to learn how to make your own bed frame. You’ve got that spark of inspiration for a DIY project. You’re ready to push your skills and work up a sweat. What about making an awesome bed frame andRead More

The Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen are buying guides of produce that have the highest levels of pesticides and the lowest levels of contamination.

The Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen

March 12, 2018 by Alea Milham 6 Comments

This printable list of the Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen will make shopping for produce easier. Feeding your family healthy foods is an important job in any parent’s daily schedule. A large part of keeping our family healthy is providing them a wide variety of fruits and vegetables. However, we all are trying to balanceRead More

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April Cleaning Checklist

March 9, 2018 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

This April cleaning checklist will help you get ready for Easter, tax season, and warm weather! April showers bring May flowers; April also happens to bring tax season, planting season, and a warmer weather! Since you are going to be in the office finishing up last minute tax stuff, we are going to turn aRead More

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Bad Spending Habits You Should Break

March 5, 2018 by Christine T 2 Comments

If you want to save money, you need to make sure bad spending habits aren’t holding you back. Here are 7 bad spending habits you should break and ways to break them.   We all have some spending habits that leave us spending more than we thought or spending money we don’t need to. TheRead More

15 DIY Easter Decorations - Homemade Easter decor ideas and inspiration for decorating your home for Easter on a Budget.

15 DIY Easter Decorations

March 2, 2018 by Christine T 2 Comments

These DIY Easter decorations are great ways to decorate for Easter on a budget. I love Easter and springtime crafts. After spending the winter cooped up and surrounded by the cold air, it is nice to work on craft projects that have bright colors and remind me that warmer weather is on its way. DecoratingRead More

How to Save Money when Filing Your Taxes - These tips will help you save money on tax preparations services this tax season.

How to Save Money When Filing Your Taxes

February 26, 2018 by Christine T Leave a Comment

These tips on how to save money when filing your taxes will help you save money on tax preparations services this tax season. Unless you are a tax professional or very well-seasoned when it comes to preparing your taxes, you probably get some help doing it. With new laws and tax breaks every year, it’sRead More

How To Clean Up Your Finances for Spring - Tips for organizing your finances, evaluating your budget, and making changes if necessary.

How to Clean up Your Finances for Spring

February 21, 2018 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Spring is a great time to clean up your finances as well as your home. Here’s how to clean up your finances for Spring. When it comes to Spring cleaning, most people think of the physical places in their life that need a good cleaning out: the closet, the yard, the garage and your kitchen.Read More

10 Simple Changes to Help You Lose Weight

February 20, 2018 by Alea Milham 9 Comments

Sometimes it is the small changes that can make a big difference. Here are 10 simple changes to help you lose weight. If you’re trying to lose weight, but aren’t sure where to start? Or perhaps you’re a bit overwhelmed with the amount of effort it takes to lose the weight. Either way, I’ve compiledRead More

How to save money at whole foods

How to Save Money at Whole Foods Market

February 9, 2018 by Christine T Leave a Comment

You can find some great deals on organic and healthy foods at Whole Foods if you know where to look. Here’s how to save money at Whole Foods Market. Whole Foods stores are a favorite among shoppers that are on the lookout for natural and organic food deals. The stores are large like a traditionalRead 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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