Shepherd’s pie is a favorite at my house. Every bite contains basically everything you should want from a meal: protein, veggies, carbs (my girls love the mashed potatoes…). Plus, it’s yummy and really hearty. This recipe also freezes well. Once you’ve assembled your pie, let it cool, cover it well (either with plastic wrap and […]
If you’ve looked into sending your kids to summer camp lately, you know it can be a hefty bill. Download this episode and listen on the go. I wanted to remind you to check out the podcast I did all about saving on summer camp and summer activities. This can break the budget for any […]
We love having Mexican-inspired food nights at our house. Whether it’s tacos, enchiladas, or burritos, the meals are generally pretty inexpensive and are quick to prepare. These Mexican black beans are quick and easy and great as a side dish or for filling a tortilla to make a vegetarian taco. PrintMexican Black Beans Ingredients1 can […]
Summer is just around the corner! School will be out and you may be making plans for summer vacations. Being married to an Eagle Scout, we do our fair share of camping… even in our backyard. The best part: once you have the gear you need, you can take many extremely frugal vacations. If your […]
Even if you’re not an architect or an artist, a drafting table is a fun alternative for a desk. Instead of tilting it, lay it flat and it adds some interest to an office. Which drafting table do you prefer? Expensive: Restoration Hardware 1920s French Drafting Table: $994 Shipped This drafting table is wooden with […]
I can’t count the number of people that started couponing just to save on diapers! They are insanely expensive at their regular prices, so figuring out how to save is required for survival. What’s A Good Price for Diapers Every diaper company has at least 3-4 different “brands” under the main brand, and they all […]
If you’ve got veggies and a protein, you can make stir fry! Stir fries are quick and they’re great because you can basically use whatever you have on hand. Really, you just can’t go wrong with a bowl full of veggies. And it’ll be way better than takeout! PrintQuick Stir Fry Ingredients3 tbsp olive oil […]
The goal on Southern Savers is to save at least 40% on your groceries. When life happens or you have teenagers, sometimes 40% just isn’t enough to stay in budget and feed everyone. For those times when you need to maximize grocery savings, here are some tips for saving more on groceries. The Basics In […]
Need a weekend away? I would encourage you to make plans now to join me in the Blue Ridge Mountains outside Asheville, NC in late July! For the 5th year in a row I am co-hosting the Becoming Conference. This is a time of refreshment and encouragement for women of all ages. Come and learn […]
