Christmas is still a couple months away, but now is the time to start thinking about gifts and how you will pay for them. While Christmas is usually a time of big spending for many people, it’s not something that comes as a surprise, like an unexpected illness or car trouble. It actually happens on […]
It’s time for our monthly chance to stock the freezer with some recipes that center around a specific ingredient. This month, we’re going to make some freezer ground beef recipes. With fall coming, I included some comfort foods like chili and meatloaf since those are both things I really crave in the summer! I have […]
As nature slows down and temperatures drop, avid gardeners in the Southeast are discovering the immense potential of cultivating vegetables outdoors during the colder months. Careful planning and the right techniques can yield a bountiful harvest. Even if you’re new to gardening, these vegetables are some of the easiest to grow. It’s certainly worth a […]
If you’re trying to save money on groceries, sticking with more frugal meat options is one way to do it. Chicken is one of the more inexpensive meat choices, plus it’s a healthy meat option! To save the most on chicken try to find a way to buy in bulk. We grab ours from a […]
Fall is a great time to tackle some specific cleaning tasks to prepare your home for the upcoming season. You might be wondering what in the world this has to do with frugality. Well, regular maintenance of the things in our home makes them last longer and keeps us from having to replace them! It […]
Did you know September is National Preparedness Month? Of course, weather events that cause emergency situations happen all year, but this month, the government encourages folks to think about they are prepared for fires, hurricanes, floods, or whatever is most likely where you live. Here are my tips on how to prepare for an emergency, […]
For years, Costco has often been touted as a great way to save money on some key items: diapers, pet food, toilet paper, and more! You know that I love a good deal, but I wanted to find out if it was actually the best deal. Not only was I not convinced it was always […]
If I had to pick my favorite flavor combination of all time, I have a a quick answer: chocolate and peanut butter. They are both good, and I love both of them on their own, but the sum is always greater than the parts. Whenever I find a peanut butter recipe, I automatically think about […]
Do you have a garden overflowing with squash or zucchini? Or perhaps you just have some you need to use in the fridge? Here’s a list of some great summer squash recipes! 25 Summer Squash Recipes Zucchini Pizza Boats | Budget Bytes Squash and Onions with Brown Sugar | The Kitchn Savory Summer Squash with […]
