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Premeditated Leftovers™

Prep-Ahead Meals, Cooking Tips, and Frugal Living


Strawberry-Kiwi Baked Oatmeal

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This easy strawberry-kiwi baked oatmeal recipe is an easy prep-ahead breakfast idea that can be made 3 ways. I wanted to make the Strawberry-Rhubarb Baked Oatmeal Recipe from my cookbook Prep-Ahead Breakfasts and Lunches for a friend. My friend loves oatmeal and has a busy schedule, so I wanted her to try the make-ahead bakedRead More

Pumpkin Pecan Overnight Oatmeal

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This pumpkin pecan overnight oatmeal recipe does not require any cooking. Simply place it in the refrigerator in the evening and wake up to a pre-made breakfast. This Pumpkin Pecan Overnight Oatmeal is a great choice for any oatmeal loving family.  Oatmeal is always a favorite for breakfast, but it can even be a greatRead 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.