Once-A-Month-Cooking:
How to Make Your Plan Work - As
one of the oldest children in a family of nine, I know that cooking
for a crowd can almost be a full-time job. Once-a-month-cooking
has been a lifesaver for our family. In the beginning though,
when we first heard of cooking 30 meals in one day, it sounded
rather impossible. It was not until we had tried it, though,
that we found it is not only possible, but it can even be quite
simple and fun!. more>>
Money Saving Grocery Tips: What You
Should and Shouldn't Buy Organic - We
have all heard that organic fruits and vegetables might be healthier
for us but in these hard economic times, who wants to pay those
expensive prices? Find out how you can save money and still live
free of harmful chemicals with this helpful guide to understanding
organics. more>>
A grocery shopping list can
be the front line tool you use in saving money on your grocery
budget each month.
There are several more sophisticated ways to save grocery money,
but none is easier or faster to implement than the lowly grocery
shopping list. more>>
A Lot of Nutrition in a Little Brown
Bag
If you bring your lunch from home,
you’re bagging a bargain. Besides being easy on your wallet,
homemade meals can be good for your health as well. The portion
size, calories and fat content are under your control. At the
same time, you can serve yourself a delicious variety of vegetables,
fruits, whole grains and beans that lower the risk of cancer
and other chronic diseases. more>>
In April you
can't wait to taste the first tomato. By September you are sick
of tomatoes and wondering if you can eat another one. If you
are looking for a little variety or if you just want to make
use of your garden items after the cool weather sets in, use
these ideas to put those summer leftovers to good use! more>>
For many people,
leftovers are the whole point of Thanksgiving. Extra-large turkeys
are often roasted so there’s plenty to eat over the coming
weekend as sandwiches, hash, salad, fajitas, or even curry. more>>
Don’t you just love Thanksgiving?
It’s the most guilt free holiday of the year. You don’t
have to worry about getting the right gifts or whether everything
is decorated perfectly. You don’t have to wonder whether
you made enough cookies or whether the food is on your diet.
You have permission and can eat to your heart’s content!
At times like this, I have to wonder: Have I died and gone to
Heaven?!
For many people, cutting back
on their grocery budgets can be an overwhelming experience. They
know they're spending too much, but don't know where to begin
to cut. Often, they fear that they will deprive themselves and
their children if they become frugal. The good news is that there
are ways to have your cake, eat it and save money at the same
time. >>more
When you prepare
your own meals you will often see an immediate cost savings per
portion, and perhaps an overall increase in nutritional value
as an added bonus. So what if you don't have the time to cook?
>>more
Want to cut
the cost of convenient mixes by at least 50 percent? Make your
own delicious bread, cake, muffin, frosting, salad dressing,
sauce, cookie, and pancake mixes without sacrificing your budget,
time, or tastebuds. Preparation and cleanup time is a snap. And
it’s so easy even the kids can do it! >>more
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