stretchy meal Archives - Homespun Oasis by Millie Copper

Stretchy Rice: What Is It + Delicious Rice Recipes

by Millie Copper | Feb 15, 2022 | Cooking, Recipes

I’m a huge fan of cooking once and eating many times. Rice is one of those great things I can cook once and eat on all week. I’m such a fan of rice, I never make a single batch. Even for my family of only three at home, we make a double, triple, or even...

5 Ways to Cut Down on Food Waste

by Millie Copper | Oct 9, 2012 | Cooking

Did you throw $6.23 in the garbage can today? Food waste can be a huge expense for your family! 5 Ways to Cut Down on Food Waste According to the Natural Resources Defense Council’s food and agriculture program, the average American family of four throws...

Hash: A Great Stretchy Meal

by Millie Copper | Jan 24, 2012 | Cooking, Recipes

When I’m looking at little bits of leftover meat and a small selection of vegetables (either raw or previously cooked) Hash immediately comes to mind as the perfect meal. Especially if I just happen to also have leftover gravy made out of nutrient dense bone...

Getting The Most Out Of A Whole Chicken AKA Stretchy Chicken

by Millie Copper | Aug 7, 2017 | Cooking

Learn how to stretch one whole chicken into at least five meals with my Stretchy Chicken tips and ideas! There is something wonderful about cooking a whole chicken. It is so satisfying to truss and baste the bird. I love the end result of wonderful, crispy skin and...

Save Money: Stretchy Chicken Meals

by Millie Copper | Aug 16, 2017 | Cooking

When you are on a tight budget, it’s important to get the most out of your food dollars. Stretchy Chicken is a wonderful way to turn one whole chicken into several meals and help you save money. Here are a few great options to make the most of a whole chicken. I...