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7 Ways To Save On Christmas Dinner

November 24, 2022 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

If saving money throughout the holidays is important to you, then here are 7 Ways To Save On Christmas Dinner that you will appreciate. When cutting back on extra holiday expenses, you don’t want to sacrifice flavor or food quality. With these tips, you won’t have to! You’ll be able to host your family andRead More

tuscan turkey soup recipe made with leftover turkey

Tuscan Turkey Soup

November 21, 2022 by Alea Milham 14 Comments

This Tuscan Turkey Soup recipe uses leftover turkey so it comes together quickly! A few years ago, I bookmarked a recipe called Tuscan Turkey Soup based solely on the name. When I went back to make the recipe with my leftover Thanksgiving turkey and looked carefully at the list of ingredients I was disappointed toRead More

Orange-Cranberry Sauce Recipe

Homemade Cranberry Sauce with Orange Zest

October 31, 2022 by Alea Milham 6 Comments

This homemade Cranberry Sauce recipe is flavored with orange juice, orange zest, and cinnamon to create a flavorful side dish for your Thanksgiving feast. I love the flavor combination of orange and cranberries. I am not that crazy about cranberries on their own but add some grated orange and a little cinnamon and it becomesRead More

Roasted Sweet Potatoes Recipe with Pumpkin Pie Spice

Pumpkin Pie Spiced Sweet Potatoes

October 30, 2022 by Alea Milham 4 Comments

This pumpkin pie spiced sweet potatoes recipe makes a delicious side dish. I love sweet potatoes, but I don’t like Candied Yams with Marshmallows. At all! So I buy fresh sweet potatoes instead and make a sweet potato dish from scratch. This recipe for pumpkin pie spiced sweet potatoes is very easy to assemble. IRead More

Pumpkin Zucchini Muffins

September 26, 2022 by Alea Milham 2 Comments

This pumpkin zucchini muffins recipe combines the flavors of two of our favorite muffin recipes! Fall means pumpkin everything, but as a gardener, it also means we are overrun with zucchini. It is easy to find ways to use pumpkins but after a summer of me serving zucchini and squash as a side dish, itRead More

healthy pumpkin dip recipe

Healthy Pumpkin Dip

September 25, 2022 by Alea Milham 12 Comments

This Pumpkin Dip Recipe is a healthier version of pumpkin pie dip. It uses pumpkin puree and yogurt for a low-calorie, low-fat, and low-sugar appetizer to enjoy at holiday parties. This pumpkin dip has become a staple at all of our fall gatherings from early September through Thanksgiving. We love to dip apple slices inRead More

Pumpkin Pie Spiced Pumpkin Seeds

September 22, 2022 by Alea Milham 8 Comments

This Pumpkin Pie Spiced Pumpkin Seeds recipe is a delicious twist on roasted pumpkin seeds! Make sure you save your pumpkin seeds when you carve pumpkins or make homemade pumpkin puree this fall. Pumpkin seeds are not only edible, but they are also delicious. You can even eat them raw if you like, but my favoriteRead More

Granola-Coated-Caramel-Apples

Granola Coated Caramel Apple

August 15, 2022 by D Durand 3 Comments

This Granola Coated Caramel Apple is the perfect treat to serve at your fall parties! There is nothing as yummy as a caramel apple, unless of course, you are talking about this delicious Granola Coated Caramel Apple.  This is a great choice for someone who loves a bit of crunch on their apple.  The bestRead More

lemon rice krispie treats recipe - a no-bake dessert

Lemon Meringue Rice Krispie Treats

June 30, 2022 by Ann 5 Comments

This lemon meringue rice krispie treats recipe has a bright flavor and is easy to make. You may think cereal treats are just for kids, but this recipe for Lemon Meringue Rice Krispie Treats is a perfect choice for sharing with anyone.  They are so delicious and upscale for a cereal treat that they could even beRead More

baked goat cheese marinara dip recipe

Baked Goat Cheese Marinara Dip

June 3, 2022 by Editor 2 Comments

This Baked Goat Cheese Marinara Dip recipe is a simple 4 ingredient dip! There is something so beautiful about goat cheese. It’s soft and delicious. Cheese in its simplest form also makes a wonderful appetizer or side dish. This Goat Cheese Marinara Dip recipe is simple, yet elegant. It’s delicious served on crackers such as these homemade SourRead More

mojito melon salsa recipe made with cantaloupe and watermelon with a mint and lime dressing

Mojito Watermelon Salsa

June 2, 2022 by Alea Milham 5 Comments

For a recent barbecue, I made this Mojito Watermelon Salsa using watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, grapes, cucumbers, and green onions. Then I stirred in some lime, honey, and mint to achieve the mojito flavor. I love melons! I could, and have, eaten a whole cantaloupe for lunch and then had watermelon for dessert. So when itRead More

Sweet Pickle Relish Canning Recipe- Make this sweet relish with excess garden produce. You can stock your pantry or give it as gifts during the holidays!

Sweet Pickle Relish Canning Recipe

May 31, 2022 by Ann 17 Comments

Enjoy the flavors of summer with this sweet pickle relish canning recipe. We love relish on everything from hot dogs and brats to our favorite chicken or tuna salad. This Sweet Pickle Relish Canning Recipe is a great choice for anyone to make at home! Make jars of this with your excess garden produce andRead More

Tasty Jalapeno Popper Potato Salad Recipe

Jalapeno Popper Potato Salad Recipe

May 28, 2022 by Alea Milham 11 Comments

This Jalapeno Popper Potato Salad recipe is a delicious twist on traditional potato salad recipes. It combines the flavors of jalapeno poppers (cream cheese, jalapenos, bacon, and cheese) with a potato salad. Warm or chilled, this Jalapeno Popper Potato Salad is the perfect side dish for your next barbecue or potluck! Do you know how to makeRead More

Loaded coleslaw recipe with bacon, apple, and almond slivers

Coleslaw with Apple and Bacon

May 27, 2022 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

This coleslaw recipe with apple and bacon has two types of slaw: traditional cabbage slaw and broccoli slaw. It is also loaded with bacon, apple, onion, and almond slivers. This apple coleslaw recipe is topped with a delicious balsamic coleslaw dressing. Need an easy salad for your next party or barbecue? This easy coleslaw recipeRead More

Blueberry Popsicles made with real blueberries

Easy Homemade Blueberry Popsicles Recipe

May 18, 2022 by Alea Milham 4 Comments

You will want to stock your freezer with this easy homemade blueberry popsicles recipe! My 10-year-old really enjoys popsicles and frozen treats in the summer.  I feel better about letting him eat sweets when I know they are made with real fruit! When I am short on time, I just pour pure fruit juice in popsicleRead More

Mason Jar Strawberry Crisp Recipe

April 29, 2022 by Ann 3 Comments

This Mason Jar Strawberry Crisp Recipe is an easy, individual-sized dessert. Serving this Mason Jar Strawberry Crisp Recipe in a small mason jar is a super easy way to make sure you manage your portion sizes with dessert.  I love fruit crisps so much that if I don’t, I could sit down and eat the entireRead More

Vanilla Bundt Cake with Mixed Berry Glaze

April 21, 2022 by Alea Milham 8 Comments

This vanilla bundt cake recipe is topped with a mixed berry glaze, but you can top it with your favorite glaze. A few days ago, I stopped in at Save Mart to pick up a few things. While I was there we found Driscoll’s Berries on sale, so I picked some up. Before I leftRead More

This patriotic candy-coated popcorn recipe is drizzled with red, white, and blue candy melts and topped with red and blue M&Ms.

Patriotic Candy Popcorn with M&Ms

April 20, 2022 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

This patriotic candy-coated popcorn is red, white, and blue! It’s also an easy and delicious no-bake treat! I love the combination of sweet and salty in Kettle Corn which is why I love candy-coated popcorn. It is both sweet and salty. But this patriotic version takes popcorn to the next level by adding plain chocolateRead More

Mimosa Fruit Salad in wine glass

Mimosa Fruit Salad

April 14, 2022 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

This mimosa fruit salad recipe uses champagne and orange juice in the dressing to drizzle over the fruit. I love the idea of a weekend brunch much more than I like the idea of getting up on the weekend to create one. This fruit salad makes a festive addition to any brunch and my guestsRead More

Strawberry Spinach Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette

Strawberry Spinach Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette

April 13, 2022 by Alea Milham 21 Comments

This Strawberry Spinach Salad recipe is one of my favorite salads! It is topped with a raspberry vinaigrette made with fresh raspberries. I enjoy this Strawberry Spinach Salad alone for lunch or as a side dish for dinner. It is also very easy to make and since spinach is hardier than other greens it canRead More

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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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