I love making salads, but I’m not necessarily talking about salads that include greens! I enjoy trying to create flavorful combinations with a base of pasta or potatoes (although I’m not opposed to vegetables). Here are all of my favorite Southern Savers salads, whether you use them for a main dish or a side dish! […]
It’s almost time for May the Fourth! If you’re a Star Wars fan, you know all about this day! For those who aren’t Star Wars fans, one of the famous lines from the Star Wars universe is, “May the force be with you!” So on May 4, Star Wars fans have co-opted the date and […]
If you are newly married or are about to get married, talking about money may not seem very romantic. However, conflict about money is one of the biggest stressors in marriage, so getting on the same page at the beginning is a great foundation to set. Here are more than 20 financial questions for newlyweds […]
If you are a regular reader of Southern Savers, then you know that one of the best ways to save money is to plan ahead. We mostly talk about it in terms of food, but there are other ways to plan ahead that will save you money! One of my best tips for doing this […]
Last year we threw all the kids in the car and took the iconic family road trip to the Grand Canyon! I love to plan trips, and this one was by far a favorite trip to plan the more I dug into locations and things to do. As we get close to summer, I wanted to […]
Calling all potato lovers! This recipe for crispy smashed potatoes is a great side dish with crispy edges and buttery insides. The smashing part of this recipe makes for lots of nooks and crannies in the potatoes, which creates lots of places for extra crispiness. Note: Use baby yellow (or gold) potatoes for the best […]
Using cheaper meat options can help stretch your grocery budget farther. We love using pork and sausage because they often have amazing flavor, and it doesn’t take much to turn them into a meal. You can add veggies or pasta, and it’s easy to use them to make low carb meals. Here are all […]
The spring planting season in the Southeast is very long, which means there are so many opportunities to plant fruits and vegetables and enjoy them in your home (or give them away). If you haven’t planted anything yet, it’s not too late! Here are 12 things to plant in late spring in the Southeast. 12 […]
It’s time for our regular stock the freezer post where I give you ideas and a shopping list so you can make FIVE different freezer recipes and stock your freezer for future meals. This month we’re doing freezer casserole recipes. I found a wide variety that hopefully everyone in your family will enjoy! The shopping […]
