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Premeditated Leftovers™

Prep-Ahead Meals, Cooking Tips, and Frugal Living


What to Buy in May

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Spring is on the way out, and summer is on the way in! Now is the time to shop and get some great deals on summer necessities, seasonal produce, and even some pantry staples. Take a look below at what to buy in May so you can plan your monthly shopping strategy and make yourRead 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.