If you've ever seen TLC's "Extreme Couponing," you might conclude that coupons are for crazy people. You don't need a five-year supply of toilet paper, and you especially don't want to devote 40 hours a week to planning your grocery shopping. If you do a little studying and monitoring, you can … [Read more...] about Less extreme coupon strategies save money and time
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How to make tasty, ghoulish Halloween ‘fingers’
These creepy fingers are the perfect centerpiece for a Halloween party, but they are also tasty. The crisp, almond-flavored shortbread tastes even better after being stored, so make these ahead of time. Kathy Mayers of Portland, Oregon, developed this recipe and took the pictures. They are … [Read more...] about How to make tasty, ghoulish Halloween ‘fingers’
How to make an easy pumpkin cake for Halloween
When my sons were teenagers, they wanted to have a Halloween party at home. I made this cake that looks like a jack-o’-lantern but is pretty delicious to cut up and eat. The best part: You don't have to contend with seeds or pumpkin pulp! Start with the cake--you can do a pumpkin cake from … [Read more...] about How to make an easy pumpkin cake for Halloween
How to keep fall fruits and vegetables fresh longer
This article is part of a Don't Throw It Out! series on how to preserve fresh foods and avoid food waste. Food waste is estimated at 25% of the average American family's grocery shopping dollars -- a little more than $2,000 a year. Fresh fruits and vegetables top the list, because many are wasted … [Read more...] about How to keep fall fruits and vegetables fresh longer
Eating healthy on a budget
As a registered dietitian I often hear people say they can't afford to eat healthy. And, I often find myself explaining how it is possible to eat healthy without breaking the bank. Here are some of my healthy eating budget tips. It’s a common misconception that eating healthy is expensive. That’s … [Read more...] about Eating healthy on a budget
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
Pick your own produce: Deal or no deal?
There seems to be this prevailing idea that pick-your-own fruit and vegetable farms are far less expensive than the grocery store. After all, you're doing all the work, cutting out the middle man, it should be less, right? But, is it really? Before you start thinking I'm going to pooh-pooh U-Pick … [Read more...] about Pick your own produce: Deal or no deal?
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 recent 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
How to make breakfast pizza
Eating out can be expensive, but so many restaurant quality meals can be made at home. Not only will you spend less money, but you'll also be using fresh ingredients from your own kitchen. Often, the recipe will be as close to an exact match. Sometimes, you may have to take a few liberties to … [Read more...] about How to make breakfast pizza
Healthy school lunches kids won’t toss in the trash
If your child regularly brings his or her lunch to school, you've faced the "what to pack" dilemma. You want to pack something nutritious, but you also need to be sure your kids will eat it. A thrown-out lunch does nothing for your child's health or your wallet; it's basically cash in the … [Read more...] about Healthy school lunches kids won’t toss in the trash
Preserve food with cheap canning equipment and free recipes
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This article is part of a Don't Throw It Out! series on how to preserve fresh foods and avoid food waste. Do you want to can food at home, but are put off by the cost? For around $15, you pull together most of the essential equipment by using equipment you probably already own. Below we list a … [Read more...] about Preserve food with cheap canning equipment and free recipes
How to preserve and avoid wasting fresh fruit
This article is part of a Don't Throw It Out! series on how to preserve fresh foods and avoid food waste. Americans waste about 25 percent of their grocery shopping dollars (or about $2,000 per year for the average family). Fresh fruits are high on the list of wasted foods. Here are some … [Read more...] about How to preserve and avoid wasting fresh fruit
