Winding down the freezer storage, farmers market shopping
There are still several more weeks of farmer’s market harvest shopping left, but I’m almost out of room in my freezer. I would say the best lesson I’ve learned is […]
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Instructions and steps in a process
Example of freezer stockpile
During the summer months, it’s easy to find fresh, in-season produce around town. Roadside stands, farmer’s markets, flea markets, friends on Facebook who sell from their garden. I buy as […]
Variations and Pricing Notes on the Best Baked Beans recipe
We make that recipe about once a month throughout the year, so I’ve had a chance over the years to try many different variations and I have notes and suggestions […]
Ways to coupon for free – number one, part two
As I mentioned in Part One, every store you enter, before you shop, stop by the customer service counter and ask if they have any coupons. They might have coupons, […]
Lessons Learned Per Store – Part Four
Today, pharmacies. Walgreens – this one gets complicated. The everyday prices are pretty high, so I only shop the deals. It’s just that to get the best deal at Walgreens, […]
Lessons Learned … Per Store Strategies Part Three
Today, grocery store strategies. Aldi – good for basics and canned items. I have had bad luck with their fresh items, I haven’t liked their fruits and vegetables or deli […]
Lessons learned … per-store strategies to remember all year long – Part One of many
Based on my experience, and saving details of sales and specials all year long, I’ve compiled a list of how to save money at each of the stores I shop […]
Update on Thanksgiving preparations … 8 days to go!
Added these to the freezer: Apple cobbler Cherry cobbler Steaks (for Wednesday night) Making right now: Baked beans, some to eat this week, some to freeze for next week, some […]
Eight kitchen goodies I can’t live without, and four things I wish I had
If I ever get in a discussion with anyone about frugal kitchen habits, time saving meals, or just ways to make stuff taste better, I end up bringing up the […]
The Best Baked Beans You’ll Ever Have
At least once a month in my house we have this economical, adaptable, flavorful bean dish. The full-size recipe makes over a gallon of finished product, so I usually have […]
