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21 Budget-Friendly Thanksgiving Recipes

by Millie Copper | Nov 17, 2021 | Cooking, Recipes, Traditional Foods

If you’ve been dragging your feet on your Thanksgiving menu plan, hoping the costs will drop right before the holiday, you’ll love these budget-friendly Thanksgiving recipes. From appetizers to dessert, I’m sharing my favorite economical ideas for...

Creamy Corn Casserole

by Millie Copper | Nov 16, 2021 | Cooking, Recipes

I keep the ingredients on hand for this tasty dish. Creamy Corn Casserole is quick, economical, and even festive enough it is often on our Thanksgiving or Christmas table! Double it for a crowd. 1 can whole kernel corn (do not drain) 1 can cream-style corn 1 cup...

Reducing Food Waste: Meal Planning

by Millie Copper | Nov 9, 2021 | Cooking, Meal Plans

With the cost of groceries and everything else on the rise, my family is reexamining our food budget. In order to help make the most of our allotted food dollars, we’re focusing on reducing food waste. Meal planning is an excellent way to not only save money and...

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...

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...