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Premeditated Leftovers™

Prep-Ahead Meals, Cooking Tips, and Frugal Living


Cherry-Stuffed Oreo Truffles

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These patriotic cherry-stuffed Oreo truffles are the perfect addition to your Fourth of July party. Oreo truffles are a time tested favorite. These cherry-stuffed Oreo truffles take it to the next level with a Maraschino cherry center. Oreo truffles are commonly given as gifts at Christmas, but there is no reason we can’t eat themRead More

Dark Chocolate Truffle Hearts

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This recipe and instructions for dark chocolate truffle hearts is perfect for creating treats for your loved ones on Valentine’s Day. Truffles are the ultimate treat for a devoted fan of chocolate. Rich and silky, they melt like butter on the tongue. These soft truffles have a hint of cherry flavor and are enrobed inRead 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.