Chilly weather just cries out for a hot bowl of soup. Soup for supper can be an inexpensive, healthful, hearty meal for a family -- with leftovers for lunch another day. Soups can get by with a small amount of protein -- you have savings right there! They can be totally vegetarian (and … [Read more...] about Easy, healthy soup recipes for cold days
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Make your own pop tarts and other DIY convenience foods
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No one can argue that convenience foods are a huge time-saver. But some prepackaged foods can be expensive (frozen pizzas), available seasonally (Girl Scout cookies) or filled with artificial ingredients (fruit rolls and pop tarts). If you take a little time to make these items in advance, you … [Read more...] about Make your own pop tarts and other DIY convenience foods
Scrumptious and homemade Valentine’s Day desserts
Those fancy boxes of candy can be pretty expensive. A Valentine dessert from the corner bakery or in a restaurant can cost you almost as much a nice meal. So why not tell your loved ones how you feel with homemade Valentine's Day desserts and treats? They’re less expensive, and they’re … [Read more...] about Scrumptious and homemade Valentine’s Day desserts
Frugal, easy Valentine’s dinner menu
I’m here today to help the economically and experientially disadvantaged among you to prepare a Valentine’s Feast. Hopefully you can impress that special someone with whom you are in love, lust, or want to woo just because. I selected this menu for its ease, affordability, colorful presentation and … [Read more...] about Frugal, easy Valentine’s dinner menu
How to get started with drying and dehydrating foods
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Drying is one of the simplest ways to preserve fresh foods for longer storage. This beginner's guide to dehydrating food will cover what kinds of foods you can dry, temperatures and techniques you can use to dehydrate at home, how to prepare food for drying, and some tips for success, along with … [Read more...] about How to get started with drying and dehydrating foods
Make your own 100-calorie snack packs to save cash — and your diet
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As a registered dietitian, I believe a 100- to 200-calorie snack between meals is great way to achieve and maintain a healthy weight and lifestyle. Clearly, others agree as grocery stores, gas stations and convenience stores sell countless numbers of 100-calorie packs of crackers, cookies, candy and … [Read more...] about Make your own 100-calorie snack packs to save cash — and your diet
12 hacks to cut your grocery bill in half
Of course, everyone would like to cut the supermarket bill by 50% or more. After all, on average we spend $277 per month on groceries (families spend about $341 per month). But you don’t have to go to the extremes you see on "Extreme Couponing" or map out the invasion of a small dictatorship. … [Read more...] about 12 hacks to cut your grocery bill in half
How to save money on food without using coupons
Groceries for a family of four cost an average of $679 to $1,350 a month, not including takeout and restaurant meals, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. That’s a big chunk of change. But there are ways to spend less on food and still eat a healthy, nutritious diet. And you may … [Read more...] about How to save money on food without using coupons
Cheap Super Bowl party food and snacks to make at home
Whether you’re hosting a crowd for game day or watching the Super Bowl with just your immediate family, you’ll want to have snacks on hand to enjoy during the Big Game. But you don’t have to spend a fortune on takeout or pre-made treats to make a great party spread. Check out these Super Bowl party … [Read more...] about Cheap Super Bowl party food and snacks to make at home
Vacuum sealers: Are they worth the price?
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I hate wasting food, almost as much as I love saving money. So anything that can help me save money AND food is a good idea in my book. Since those are the key benefits to vacuum sealers, you know I'm going to find the most cost-effective ways to use them. A vacuum food sealer is basically a small … [Read more...] about Vacuum sealers: Are they worth the price?
Want to save and be healthy? Fruit is cheaper than Twinkies
What if I said you could save more than $500 a year by buying more fresh fruits and veggies? As a registered dietitian, I've heard all kinds of excuses for not eating healthy, the most common being it's too expensive. But a 2013 report by the Center for Science in the Public Interest shows how … [Read more...] about Want to save and be healthy? Fruit is cheaper than Twinkies
Restaurant Deals by Day
Looking for a lunch deal today or tomorrow? Here are food deals by day. … [Read more...] about Restaurant Deals by Day
How to keep spring veggies fresh to avoid food waste
This article is part of a Don't Throw It Out! series on how to preserve fresh foods and avoid food waste. Food waste by the average American family is estimated at 25 percent of your grocery shopping dollars -- or a little more than $2,000 a year. Fresh vegetables top the list. If you have a … [Read more...] about How to keep spring veggies fresh to avoid food waste
Freezer cooking 101: Healthy family dinners without the hassle
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Are you looking for more time during the week? Maybe spending more time with your family is high on your to-do list or you'd like to take up a new hobby but never seem to find the time. There is a solution to your time dilemma that you may never have considered before: freezer cooking. When … [Read more...] about Freezer cooking 101: Healthy family dinners without the hassle
7 things to do on Easter at home and still celebrate with family
Just because you’re hunkering down this Easter, doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the holiday. Everything from brunch to crafts and even visiting with friends can still be fun to do with a little planning and creativity. And you don't even have to pull out the folding table and chairs to include the … [Read more...] about 7 things to do on Easter at home and still celebrate with family
