frugal meals Archives - Homespun Oasis by Millie Copper

Design a Meatloaf Burger

by Millie Copper | Nov 23, 2010 | Cooking, Recipes

I love being able to stretch a pound of grass-fed ground beef to feed our family! Gyros, Navajo Tacos, casseroles, soups/stews, chili—all are fabulous ways to extend a pound of ground. But we miss burgers. Hands down, a juicy burger is our favorite. Meatloaf is a...

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...

Reducing Food Waste: Leftovers

by Millie Copper | Nov 1, 2021 | Cooking, frugal options, planned overs

What could you do with an extra $1866 per year? Here’s how leftovers can reduce food waste and save money! Reducing Food Waste: Leftovers According to 2020 research from the American Journal of Agricultural Economics, the average American household wastes...

20 Pinto Bean Recipes You Have To Try

by Millie Copper | Mar 29, 2021 | Cooking, Meals, Recipes, Stretchy Beans

Loaded with nutrients, pinto beans are the most popular dried bean in the US. And why wouldn’t they be? Simple to prepare with an earthy, almost nutty flavor, they are part of many delicious dishes. You can’t go wrong with adding these pinto bean recipes...

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...