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Monday Moving Saving Tips-Farmer’s Markets
Spring is just around the corner which means farmer’s markets will be opening soon. Take a weekly stroll to your local one and see what you can find. Things like produce can be cheaper and fresher than at the grocery store.
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Monday Money Saving Tips-Herbs and Spices
Tired of the same old food on a budget? One way to make things taste different is to experiment with adding some herbs and spices. For example, egg salad sandwiches can get a boost from adding some dill.
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Monday Money Saving Tips-Leftovers from Dinner
Do you often have a few leftovers at dinnertime? Not enough for another full meal but enough that could become lunch the following day? Maybe some leftover vegetables for a salad. Some diced chicken for a chicken salad sandwich. Even gravy that could be turned into a soup?
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Monday Money Saving Tip-Make Your Own
Have you noticed how many recipes call for breadcrumbs? Make your own by hanging on to the last pieces of bread and put them into a freezer bag. When you have enough saved up, pull them out, let the bread defrost, and put them in the blender or food processor. Even add spices or herbs to the mix. Store them in a container in the freezer until the next time you need some for a recipe.
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Best Buys for March
It’s March and here’s a list of items that usually go on sale this month- At the Grocery Store Canned Goods Food like soups and stews tend to go on sale in March. Frozen Foods Frozen vegetables, frozen meats, and frozen comfort foods are often discounted as stores prepare for spring inventory. Seasonal Produce such as oranges and grapefruits) are typically still in season and might be on sale. potatoes, carrots, and onions can also be discounted. Patrick’s Day Specials: Corned beef and cabbage. Also, Irish themed foods items like soda bread and potatoes March madness As March is a time for sporting events, snack foods like chips, salsa, and…
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Monday Money Saving Tip-Unit Price Shopping
Do you often shop for the cheapest product at the store and then realize it was cheaper because it’s only half the size of the other brand? Check the prize and the amount you’re getting, divide them and see what the actual unit price is. Oftentimes something that seems more expensive can actually save you money.
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Monday Money Saving Tip-Extend the Life of Your Clothes
Did you know that the lint in your dryer is actually your clothes slowly wearing away? Prolong the life of your favorite sweater and save on electricity…and yes, clothes smell great too by hanging them outside to dry.
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Monday Money Saving Tip-Cut Down on Cleaning Products
Most people use more cleaning product than they actually need to get the job done. Start with a small amount and let it sit while it goes to work. If something is still dirty then go ahead and add a little more cleaner.
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Who Knew-A Book for Your Reference Shelf
February and I’m keeping up with my goal of reading at least one non-fiction work each week. I found this one and thought I’d share it with you because I think it’s a great one to have on your reference shelf. Who Knew? 10,001 Household Solutions by Bruce and Jeanne Lubin. It’s full of money saving tips, make it yourself cleaners, easy solutions to things like doors that stick. Just about everything a Budget Smart Girl would need to know to save time and money. It even has a section on cooking, how to keep food staying fresher longer, homemade remedies, at home spa ideas… Here’s the link if you…
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Monday Money Saving Tip-Switch the Oil
When you’re frying or saute things like vegetables for soups and chilis and you run out of oil or want to save a penny or two, use broth or even water. Simply start to saute the food in a little oil or butter and then when you need to add more reach for the water or broth. It can also cut down on calories and fat but the flavor’s still there.