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Premeditated Leftovers™

Prep-Ahead Meals, Cooking Tips, and Frugal Living


Essential Oils to Take on a Camping Trip

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Check out these helpful ways to use essential oils the next time you go camping. Camping is a great way to get back to nature and enjoy quality family time. The car is ready to go, you’ve double checked your packing list, and you’re ready to hit the open road. But did you remember toRead More

How to Save Money on Camping Gear

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Camping season is finally here, and I am super excited to hit the road and sleep in nature. While camping can be a frugal activity once you have all the gear, it can be an investment up front if you don’t. If you are a camping fan too and are ready to hit the trail,Read More

Camping on a Budget

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Do you dream of taking a luxurious summer vacation? I know I do….until reality sets in! As a family of 5 luxurious vacation are simply not in the budget. But, that doesn’t mean we don’t enjoy summer getaways. Our idea of a luxurious summer vacation is just a little different. We enjoy spending good ol’Read 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.