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Premeditated Leftovers™

Prep-Ahead Meals, Cooking Tips, and Frugal Living


10 Free Crochet Patterns for Cat Toys

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I have been accused, a time or two, of being a crazy cat lady. I don’t see how that is possible since I only have one cat, but I suppose since I dote on him, talk to him and treat him like an extra child, that could be seen as a bit over the top. I proudlyRead More

Easy DIY Catnip Cat Toy Tutorial

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Now that your herb garden is in full bloom, you may be wondering how to use all of those wonderful herbs! Take a look at this easy DIY catnip  cat toy that you can make using just a little scrap fabric and some catnip right from your own garden. A simple toy such as thisRead 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.