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Premeditated Leftovers™

Prep-Ahead Meals, Cooking Tips, and Frugal Living


Frugal and Flavorful Depression Era Recipes

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These depression era recipes are both delicious and budget-friendly. “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” is something we hear a lot of these days, but this not a new concept in the wake of trying to make the world a better place to live, or just a trend to hop on. During the depression era the mantra, “Use itRead More

12 Decadent Depression Era Desserts

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Desserts from the Great Depression Era are not only frugal, but also delicious! Why are Depression Era desserts still popular? They are still a hit because they can be made with pantry staples and some can be made even when you have run out of some baking essentials like eggs or butter or flour. WhenRead 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.