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So you enjoy fresh yellow squash from the garden? Here's a way to savor this summer delicacy year round, and save money, too. Freezing your extra yellow squash will stretch the value of your...
Here's a way to track your electricity consumption and cost of each appliance. Knowledge is power. With this knowledge you will be able to reduce your overall consumption and save money on your...
Banana peppers are easy to grow and even easier to freeze. By freezing your excess supply, you can enjoy homegrown peppers in the winter, and save money by not buying them out-of-season. Add...
Trimming pork tenderloin is easy, and will save you money. Purchase a whole pork tenderloin, and cut your own chops and roast. Freeze the chops for later, and cook the roast for dinner.
So you want to add a twist to your haunting Halloween punch? Well now you can do the unexpected, now you can creep your guest out by adding in frozen zombie hands. This is sure to get a scare out...
Do you have more zucchini than you can use? Have you created new dishes, or reinvented old ones, to incorporate your zucchini? And after all this, you still have some left! Why not freeze your...
If you dont mind cooking this article will help you to stretch one cooked meal into 2 or 3 meals. I look at this way, I have to cook, I have 5 mouths to feed. So I do every thing I can to stretch...
While the price of gas may have gone down the price of food has not. As a matter of fact prices on everyday groceries have gone up! I have found a few simple things you can do to help reduce...
Are you looking for new and exciting ways of adding fruit to your diet? Are you hopelessly addicted to all things chocolate? How do chocolate covered strawberries sound? Once you have...
If you are looking for something different to serve, this is wonderful on a hot summer evening. We enjoy this while sitting on the screened porch enjoying the quiet or the company of friends. It...
Ever want a Reese cup and not feel like running out to the store just for some candy? After reading this article those days will be over.
Instead of paying some expensive deli to make food for your parties, why not make them yourself and pay a lot less for them. You can store up a little at a time so you don’t have to pay out so...
Have you ever wondered how long your homemade cookies will keep? With the holidays around the corner some of us want to get a jump start on our holiday baking, but how soon can we start on the...
Buying a cake decorating kit can cost upwards of $20. I have used this technique to decorate a cake without buying the kit with great success. This is money saving idea that can be used for all...
Ever wonder what to do with leftover wine? Wonder no more! Here is a simple trick to saving it for later. They keep for months and while not great for drinking, are terrific for cooking and saves...
In today’s economically challenging times, the celebration of special occasions, in particular, birthdays, can be cause for anxiety in that we aspire to mark the milestone in a special and...
Freezing is the easiest and safest way to preserve tomatoes from your garden or the farmers market. Freezing locks in summer fresh flavor and nutrients so you can enjoy delicious tomatoes in soups...
Swollen muscle? Sprained ankle? Rough day at karate/football/ballet? Frozen gel packs are expensive, here is a quick, easy and cheap way to make your own!
I just love to make chocolate suckers for my kids. I also like to make them for school parties like Halloween and Christmas. If you can find a good cake and candy decorating shop in your area you...
Storing food that was bought in bulk is a great way to save money on the fluctuating costs of food, but so many times it happens that after a while the food starts looking dehydrated. No one wants...
This is a crazy home remedy that really works. Why?? don't know just try it !
Want a strange pet. A bee on a leash would be pretty cool. Amaze your friends.
The actual origin of the margarita is uncertain. There are several stories that put the first margarita between the years of 1934 and 1948. The agave plant is mainly seen in Central America,...
Love onions but hate cutting them? You and I could be best friends. Here's how to enjoy your onions without looking like you've been filming for the latest horror film (ie black eye makeup...
We all know we should eat in and cook more at home. But who wants to come home from work every night and cook? With a little planning you can spend a few hours cooking and have meals for the...
Want the delicious taste of your own homemade ice cream in your own chosen flavor? It's as simple as 1, 2, 3! This recipe has simple ingredients and does not require any special kitchen equipment...
Most refrigerators come with ice makers inside the freezer nowadays. Ice makers come in handy, very convenient, and so easy to get ice cubes from whenever you fix yourself a drink, or host a party...
Improving the Quality of your life during a recession doesn't mean retaining the same lifestyle we're used to. It means keeping a comfortable lifestyle that may be more moderate.
Everybody wants to save on their grocery bill without sacrificing the quality of food. The following tips can help you achieve this savings and are easy and simple to do.
This is another ice cream that can be made in any refrigerator that has a freezer compartment. The making does not use any additional electrically powered appliances. It is simple, economical,...
Everyone knows fruit smoothies are good for you. There are dozens of recipes for healthy smoothies on this site. But wanting a smoothie won't get you very far if you don't have all the...
How to satisfy your candy bar urge is a good question. That chocolate bar is just sitting there staring at you staring at it. You know you should leave it alone, but it's, well, THERE. Take...
Injuries can happen at any time and it is a good idea to always be prepared. One of the most common at home first aid treatments is ice. There is no reason to buy expensive ice packs to have on...
With the bumps and bruises of real life, particularly if you have kids, ice packs are a necessity. You can buy a commercial ice pack or you can make one of your own to keep in the...
Has your days and nights got the best of you? If you feel tired or just look tired due to your eyes this at home remedy will help you.
How to package bulk meat purchases to prevent freezer burn
Saving money most of the time is impossible because so many people live check to check. So I wanted to share a couple of tips when shopping for your groceries.
Although this could be dessert, Cranberry Sorbet does its best work as a palate cleanser. Before a special dinner hits the table (and after the anticipatory snacking and drinking), gourmet cooks...
See a great deal on fresh green beans? Stock up and freeze some to use later! It is easy, and the beans taste almost as fresh as the day they were picked!
Oven roasted tomatoes slowly condense your homegrown tomatoes into a delicious chewy snack. The aroma while roasting will have your mouth watering for these tasty treats, it takes about 3 hours....
While growing your own vegetables is something many of us long to do, space, time and money might limit you to a simple herb garden. Look after your herbs wisely and you will be overabundant....
Stormy financial forecasts call for creative contingency plans. Taking precaution requires much-more extreme measures than stashing your hard-earned cash under the mattress. Consider this time...
Of course we all know that it's a shame to waste food, but sometimes it seems unavoidable. If you're too busy to cook because you work full-time, you might be throwing away spoiled food before...
Your recipe calls for ripened bananas, but al you have are the bunch you bought at the store that are firm or green. Yes, You will need to postpone your dessert until you read my helpful idea.
Burning cookies has happened in my kitchen once too many times. Many times, it was a great chuckle for the kids and many times, it gave way to wonderment from my husband how I actually became a...
When it gets hot outside freezer pops are a good way to get more fruit and milk into your diet. Kids especially will love these cool banana pudding summer treats and adults too. Pudding and...
It's that time of year when the peppers in the garden are ready to pick. If you have a surplus the best way to keep them is to freeze and store for use during the cold winter months.
Proper handling of meats including poultry can help prevent the spread of food borne illnesses such as avian flu (H5N1 virus), salmonella and E. coli to name a few. There are a number of issues...
Here are ten more tips for how to save money on your food bill! You can easily spend less, and still eat well. You will be surprised how much you can cut off your grocery bill. Capture the savings...
Do you work long hours with little time to cook? Do you play Soccer mom or dad and spend more time at practice than in a kitchen? Do you prefer to write than to eat? Whatever the reason, here...
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