You can get good deals on bottled ranch dressing and you can’t get much easier than opening a top and pouring it out. But, in my opinion, homemade ranch tastes so much better! This quick and easy homemade ranch dressing recipe takes minutes to whip up and is great as a dip or salad dressing. […]
Who doesn’t love a big bowl of carbs? We love eating pasta here because it feeds a lot of people, it can be beefed up with a limited amount of protein, and it’s super frugal if you get pasta on sale! Over the years we’ve found many recipes that have become regular menu items in […]
If you live in a house with other people, you probably are already well aware that planning, cooking, shopping for and cleaning up after meals is where a huge portion of your time and energy goes. When prices on everything keep rising, that adds another component of stress to keeping everyone’s bellies full. There is […]
Every item has a sale period, so knowing when you should buy is key to saving a chunk of money! If you are wanting a big ticket item, here are both the worst things and the best things to buy in January. If you’re wondering about other things to buy in January, see the January […]
Mark your calendars to head to any Cinemark on January 19th for National Popcorn Day. You can get a bucket of popcorn filled to the brim for just $5! Bring your own bucket, container, tote, or bag, and they will fill it up to 400-ounces. That’s the equivalent of (2) XL popcorns! Even better, you don’t […]
This is the time of year everyone is setting goals and starting new things. Whether you’d like to read more or just want a fun way to inspire your reading this year, I’ve rounded up a bunch of new 2025 reading challenges that you could try. These will help you set goals and also expand […]
Any finance guru will tell you that you need to have at least $1,000 in an emergency fund. This emergency fund means that when the tire blows out, the washing machine stops working, or someone breaks an arm, you are good. No credit card is needed to cover those expenses. When money is really tight, […]
I love making stir fry for dinner because it’s healthy and super versatile! This recipe for quick chicken and Brussels stir fry is flavorful, fast, and is packed with veggies. Note: I used meat from a rotisserie chicken, but if you don’t have that, you can roast some chicken breasts in the oven. PrintQuick Chicken […]
No time or money for the gym? Did you know you can learn how to do just about anything on YouTube? Starting or changing your fitness routine is no exception and there are tons of channels out there to help you get into shape. Plus, workouts are great for you physically, but my absolutely favorite […]
