Review: Schwan’s Home Delivery Rewards Program

Times are tough in today’s economy.  People are struggling to pay the bills, buy the groceries and still eat nutritious meals.  I know in our house, dinner has always been a challenge even before the economy went into the tank.  I am a work at home mom, and with two kids under foot I need [...]

Blow the Dust Off That Crockpot

Are you a busy mom trying to find time to make home cooked meals?
I know that a lot of you have at least one of these little gems hidden away somewhere in your kitchen collecting dust. You probably thought that the crock pot was just for making soups or stews.  Or maybe you received [...]

Do You Wish You Could Save $200 A Month On Meals?

These are tough economic times and we are saving where we can. A biggie for many of us is eating out or picking up takeout. Did you know that the average family spends over $200 a month on just that (According to 2006 data from the Census Bureau)? That’s a pretty big chunk of change.
As [...]

Easy Valentine’s Day Recipes

When it comes to Valentine’s Day, most people go out for dinner. If you have a family this can get expensive. Try a few easy recipes to prepare a nice dinner for your loving family in no time.
Crock Pot
Get those slow cookers working. We often use it when we know we’ll be late getting home [...]

A Week Of Meals In A Weekend

Busy days can lead to frustration when it comes to making dinner. Who has time to fix a meal when they don’t get home until 6pm or later? Better yet, who feels like cooking a meal after a hard day’s work?  So, what’s a mom to do in order to avoid TV dinners or worse yet, fast [...]

Stretch That Chicken to Make It Go Further

What are you doing with your chicken after dinner tonight? Try some of these ideas to make that chicken do double and triple duty to save on your family’s grocery bill. The best part is that the new meals are just as tasty as the original dish.

5 Frugal Breakfast Ideas

It is the first meal we eat when we get up in the morning. I’m referring to breakfast. Here are some ideas for breakfast that don’t require a drive-thru window.

Have Some Fun Drying Fresh Herbs and Save Some Money

Herbs season food in many unique and yummy ways. Drying herbs allows you to savor the flavor while saving money and having fun all at once.

Money Saving Grocery Shopping Tips

Everything is getting more expensive today. From gas to groceries, our hard-earned dollars are challenged to stretch further than ever before. Now, we may be able to ride a bicycle around town if we can’t put gas in our cars, but food is something we are not about to skimp on.

Frugal Families Save Money With These Lunch Ideas

Breakfast may be the most important meal of the day, but lunch is what gets you through until dinner time. The price of school lunches rises each year and it is hard for some parents to keep up.

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