Earn, Save & Live Smart
Find tasty, budget-friendly food ideas here! This section is packed with tips on using SNAP/EBT benefits wisely and getting the most out of your grocery budget. From easy recipes that save you money to smart shopping strategies, we’ve got you covered. Learn how to eat well and save at the same time. It’s all about enjoying good food without breaking the bank. Dive into delicious, affordable meal solutions today!
You can deep fry pretty much anything and it’s going to taste amazing. It’s an important method of cooking in cuisines from all over the world – not just fast food. Of course, deep frying can be one of the unhealthier ways to prepare food. However, depending on the oil you choose, it doesn’t have … Read more
When it comes to dinner, there are many options available to you. You can eat at a restaurant or pick up something on the way home from work. You can also cook at home. Coming up with meal ideas and finding all the ingredients, however, can be time-consuming and frustrating. The good news is that … Read more
You have seen the ads on TV for all these weight loss programs. They often make such outrageous claims that it’s hard to believe them. Can you really lose 20 lbs. in just one month? One company you may be familiar with is Nutrisystem. Nutrisystem has helped many people lose weight and feel great for decades. … Read more
Lemon Cream Cheese Bars Lemon Cream Cheese Bars are one of my many variations of Gooey Butter Cake, and they’re super easy because you start with a cake mix. When I served Lemon Cream Cheese Bars at a luncheon last week, rave reviews came pouring in! “The best lemon bar ever!” “Way better than traditional … Read more
Meal delivery kits have been advertised a lot lately. You may have seen ads for Blue Apron, Plated, and HelloFresh touting these kits as healthy alternatives to your usual dinner. Since dinner can be a massive production in some households, many of us are interested in these meal services and how they can benefit us. … Read more
Clipping coupons is a thing of the past. While using coupons and a loyalty card are still prevalent in today’s shopping world, if you want to save money while shopping at your favorite grocery stores, you no longer have to buy the Sunday newspaper and wade through all the coupons. Nowadays, there are loyalty card … Read more
Do you love to cook with fresh herbs, but hate how expensive they can be? You don’t have to resort to cooking with dried herbs. Make your own potted herb garden; it is easy and a fun project for kids to join in on. Enjoy adding fresh basil, parsley, mint, rosemary and chives to your dishes, … Read more
It’s hard to eat right on a budget! That’s because many of us become overwhelmed at how to start. Most of the time, we end up buying food that just sits in our fridge and goes bad because we’re unsure of what to do with it! Luckily, there’s an easy way to save money. There … Read more
Meal Prepping Ahead of Time Will Save You Time and Money Introduction: The Real Cost of Eating out Constantly It’s no secret that eating out all the time isn’t great for you. Not only is it bad for your overall health, it’s also bad for your wallet. The price gap between cooking and dining out … Read more
I am a huge fan of quick meals. After a long day of work, chaperoning children around, housework, and general errands, I don’t always want to cook an elaborate meal. I do want my kids eating healthy, though, so fast food and flash frozen grocery items are pretty low on my list of “Let’s try … Read more