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Premeditated Leftovers™

Prep-Ahead Meals, Cooking Tips, and Frugal Living


10 Free Crochet Jewelry Patterns

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When it comes to crocheting, most people think of the basics: scarves, mittens, afghans and of course, baby stuff. As I was looking at patterns one day online, I came across a crocheted necklace and was just amazed. I mean, it looked awesome, of course, but I couldn’t believe that some people got this creative.Read More

10 Free Crochet Slipper Patterns

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Nothing is better than a warm and cozy pair of slippers or socks on a cold night. If you have hardwood floors, you definitely know what I am talking about! Making slippers and socks can be so easy to do and you could probably do a pair in a short block of time one eveningRead More

Free Crochet Boot Cuff Patterns

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I have to admit, I am really digging the boot cuff and boot sock trend the last couple of cold seasons. They just look so cute and they actually do keep your legs a bit warmer, too. Since I live in leggings, they are the perfect way to keep the chill out, but also dressRead 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.