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How to Turn Thrift Store Finds into Christmas Gifts - ideas and inspiration for unique Christmas presents on a budget.

Thrift Store Christmas Gift Ideas

November 11, 2021 by Christine T 14 Comments

How to Host an Amazing and Frugal Thanksgiving Dinner- These frugal tips will save you money while still providing guests with a fabulous Thanksgiving meal.

How to Host a Frugal Thanksgiving Dinner

November 3, 2021 by Ann Leave a Comment

Organization and Planning Tips for a Stress-Free Thanksgiving Dinner.

Planning Tips for Thanksgiving Dinner

October 25, 2021 by Alea Milham 7 Comments

easy sugar-free oatmeal recipe with fresh fruit

Why Changing Your Break­fast Habit will Reap Big Re­wards

September 7, 2021 by Editor 1 Comment

Elf on the Shelf book-themed ideas to get kids reading over winter break.

25 Book Themed Elf on the Shelf Ideas with Printables

September 5, 2021 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Caribbean Taco Salad with Mango Salsa

February 2, 2021 by Alea Milham 3 Comments

cranberry orange relish in a bowl

Cranberry Orange Sauce

November 13, 2020 by Alea Milham 4 Comments

Prep-Ahead Breakfasts and Lunches Cookbook by Alea Milham - Easy Meal Prep Recipes for busy families

Meal Prepping for Families Online Cooking Class

July 12, 2020 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

how to attract praying mantis to your yard

How to Attract Praying Mantis to your Garden

May 7, 2020 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

a mature head of cauliflower growing in a garden

Tips for Growing Cauliflower in Your Garden

April 20, 2020 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

A minimlist wardrobe consisting of black and white clothes on a rod and shoes on a wooden floor.

How to Simplify Your Life With a Minimalist Wardrobe

March 29, 2020 by Editor 10 Comments

Cloth Napkin on plate

Simple DIY Cloth Napkin Tutorial

March 24, 2020 by Jody Leave a Comment

Tips for growing Swiss chard, including how to grow Swiss chard from seed, how to transplant Swiss chard sprouts & when to harvest Swiss chard plants.

Tips for Growing Swiss Chard in Your Garden

March 11, 2020 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

20 frugal uses for baking soda around the home.

20 Frugal Uses for Baking Soda

February 26, 2020 by Katie Femia 2 Comments

How to make Greek salad dressing ingredients.

Homemade Greek Salad Dressing

January 14, 2020 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Tips for Growing Peas in Your Garden: How to grow peas from seed, how to transplant pea seedlings, how to care for pea plants, when and how to harvest peas.

Tips for Growing Peas in Your Garden

January 8, 2020 by Katie Femia 7 Comments

Dairy-Free Buttercream Icing Recipe

How to Make Fluffy Dairy-Free Frosting

November 13, 2019 by Alea Milham 7 Comments

roasted acorn squash in a bowl

Roasted Acorn Squash with Rosemary

September 29, 2019 by Alea Milham 31 Comments

10 Ways to Save Money on Organic Food- Do you want to include more organic food in your diet? Here are 10 ways you can save money on organic food and eat healthy on a budget.

How to Eat Organic on a Budget

August 24, 2019 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Secrets to Saving Money on Groceries You Have to Try- You know that coupons can save you money on groceries, but here are some useful tips you may not know!

Secrets to Saving Money on Groceries You Have to Try

August 20, 2019 by Christine T 1 Comment

How to Make Yogurt in an Instant Pot

How to Make Yogurt in an Instant Pot

August 6, 2019 by Amy 11 Comments

How to make chicken broth in a slow cooker

How to Make Chicken Broth in a Slow Cooker

July 16, 2019 by Alea Milham 14 Comments

How to Make Lemonade with lemons. This homemade lemonade recipe is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. Tip for making perfect lemonade every time.

How to Make Lemonade

June 28, 2019 by Alea Milham 10 Comments

75 Ways to Enjoy a Frugal Father’s Day

75 Ways to Enjoy a Frugal Father’s Day

June 4, 2019 by Katie Femia 3 Comments

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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.

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