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I just love RecipeZaar. It is a member-contributed website. They have over 345,000 recipes. Many, of which, are rated and commented on. It’s like having your grandma’s cookbook with all her notes in it. I love the sort feature because I can type in “breadmaker” and then sort. Once sorted I can review the top [...]

Fabric softener can be very expensive. Years ago, I learned a way to make your own dryer sheets for pennies on the dollar. Take a couple of old washcloths (or rags). Pour your fabric softener into a squirt bottle. Spray one of your washcloths 3 times on each side. Toss into the dryer with your [...]

“I need a good cup of coffee. I just worked all night and now I have to take care of 3 kids all day.” Once upon time I could hear my husband saying that. He’s on his way home from his weekly night shift and is exhausted. $5 won’t really break the bank - or [...]

Have you ever tasted Tastefully Simple’s beer bread? If you haven’t, your missing out! I love it but I don’t love it’s price. Here is a very inexpensive way to make it yourself. In about five minutes!
Beer Bread



3 C. self-rising flour
½ C. sugar

12-oz. can/bottle of beer
melted butter

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Combine dry ingredients in [...]

I’m officially on a cash system. I withdrew my semi-weekly grocery allowance of $200 and put it into my envelope. The hard part is that when it’s gone it’s gone.
The Envelope System
How do I manage all my cash? That’s a good question. Since some of my cash is for personal care, groceries, and entertainment. Financial Peace [...]

When your trying to be living frugally rice is a staple in our diets. Learning how to be creative with rice can keep it from becoming an “oh no - not again!” dish in your frugal meal. Here is a recipe that is simple and creates a beautiful presentation.

2 cans Condensed French Onion Soup
2 cans [...]

 
Coupon clipping, sorting, and managing doesn’t come easily for some (including myself). I have found a few great websites that help you get the most out of your coupon clipping. Coupon Mom is a great (and free) resource. She recommends that you get 2-3 papers per week but I find 4 works great for me. [...]

I have to admit I just love my debit card - until my husband balances the checkbook that is. Then I hate it. Where did all of our excess money go?
The Budget According to Plan
We had a plan (at least on paper). I’m a photographer and during November/December I do about 85% of my year’s [...]

Welcome to our Saturday Family Fun Days! Each Week we’ll feature around 5 ideas to do with your family for free or next to free. The idea is to spend memorable (not expensive) time with your family. Those are the things that will be remembered.
Scavenger hunts are a ton of fun. You can be as simple [...]