During cold days, there is not much more comforting than a hot pot roast with gravy and potatoes and carrots. It’s a classic recipe that turns an inexpensive cut of meat into a tender meal. While it’s not getting super cold where I live, fall is almost in the air and I love having easy […]
Sometimes when we’re trying to find a family movie, we struggle to find one everyone will enjoy. While there are a lot of newer movies that are great, the best option we’ve found is to revisit movies we watched as kids and teens. All of these movies are at least 20 years old, which will […]
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I feel like pasta with these kinds of flavors (cucumber, feta, etc.) is usually served cold, but I discovered that it’s really delicious when you serve it warm as an entree, too. I like to make each person’s serving in a container with a lid (add the ingredients, close the lid, toss to combine, and […]
Have you ever seen recipes call for brown butter? Brown butter takes the flavor in recipes to a new level, but it’s actually super simple to make. You’re basically cooking butter until the milk solids caramelize, creating a super rich, nutty, and caramel-y butter that’s great for desserts and more. Here are my easy steps […]
Buying what’s in season and on sale is the best way to help maximize your dollars and stretch your budget. Buying produce in season is somewhat obvious, as long as you know what to look for, but it’s also good to know what other products are in season. You can get items at huge […]
If you’re trying to save money on groceries, sticking with more frugal meat options is one way to do it. Chicken is one of the more inexpensive meat choices, plus it’s a healthy meat option! To save the most on chicken try to find a way to buy in bulk. We grab ours from a […]
There are lots of reasons to meal prep. Sometimes it’s for nutritional reasons–if the meal is already ready, you know what the nutrition info is. Other times it’s just for convenience. I know I’m much more likely to eat a balanced meal if it’s already in the fridge and all I have to do is […]
In my opinion, New Orleans’ biggest draw is its food. While I can’t find you any of that for free, I can direct you to some frugal ways to enjoy your trip to the Crescent City. With awesome architecture and a diverse culture, here are the top 25 free things to do in New Orleans! […]
