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Premeditated Leftovers™

Prep-Ahead Meals, Cooking Tips, and Frugal Living


10 Things You Should Not Buy At Thrift Stores

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Saving money couldn’t be easier at a thrift store. It’s like a discount big-box store with treasures galore. While you can find just about anything at a thrift store, some things are not great bargains and others should never be bought used. Here is a list of 10 things you should never buy at a thriftRead More

10 Myths About Frugal Living

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Frugality is booming and although you may want to get in on the action, you may have no idea where to start. There are some roadblocks many people put up when it comes to living frugal. They think it will require them to give up on things they like and live a bare bones lifestyle.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.