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Prep-Ahead Meals, Cooking Tips, and Frugal Living


4th Of July Desserts

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These 4th Of July Desserts will help you find a red, white, and blue patriotic dessert recipe for your holiday celebration! Independence Day has always been one of my favorite holidays both as a kid and an adult. There’s something so amazing about it and I love coming together as a country, despite our differencesRead More

Memorial Day Desserts

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Check out these quick and easy Memorial Day Desserts when planning your picnic or barbecue. They are festive red, white, and blue dessert recipes that will be a hit at your party. For most of us, Memorial Day is a holiday spent remembering those that have given the ultimate sacrifice for our country and theRead More

Patriotic Star Homemade Sugar Cookies

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Homemade sugar cookies are a treat that reminds me of my grandma.  They are one of the first special baked goods I ever made on my own, and this easy recipe is just another way to honor her.  She was a military wife who knew how hard it was to hold down the fort while herRead More

Patriotic White Chocolate Covered Oreos

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Patriotic White Chocolate Covered Oreos are an easy no-bake dessert recipe. It’s no secret that we love Oreo cookies, and these Patriotic White Chocolate Covered Oreos are a favorite for the upcoming holidays.  We love sharing a patriotic dessert for Memorial Day, 4th of July, or even just because.  These chocolate-covered Oreos are an easyRead 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.