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Double Chocolate Bars on a Budget
Chocolate lovers unite The kids were bugging me the other night to make some brownies, but I really didn't want to run to the store to get a mix or spend the money, for that matter. (But, … Read More
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I love pot pies. It's like a whole lotta goodness tucked into a neat little--or in this case big--package that's easy to cook. There are two things I can promise you about this meal: It's easy to … Read More
6 Things to Cook if You’re Broke
If you're looking for filling meals to cook when you're broke or budgeting, you came to the right place. I've been there. I know it's tough to make ends meet. You're not alone. And, there … Read More
On the Go Breakfast Biscuit Sandwiches
We eat a ton of Cheerios--like an obnoxious amount. When they are BOGO, I buy as many boxes as the store will allow me, and go back the next day and get some more. We're that bad. Cheerios are great, … Read More
Cheap Hearty Homemade Beef Lasagna
I am a lasagna piggy. There, I've said it. The cat's out of the bag. I love Italian food in general. But, cheap hearty homemade beef lasagna sits right there at the top. I'm always … Read More
Easy Homemade Lemon Meringue Pie
How can you ever go wrong with pie? Easy Homemade Lemon Meringue Pie is amazingly delicious. Feeling down? Eat pie. Is it a holiday? Eat pie. Want to share some food with a neighbor in need? Make … Read More
Get Started on Creating a Realistic and Basic Budget
Do you hate budgeting? Ok, so what's the one thing you hate most about budgeting? Sticking to the budget? Writing everything down? It's too time consuming and hard? All of the above? You hate all … Read More
Homemade Ground Beef Chili
I am notorious for not planning meals ahead of time. I do my best to plan things out, but it doesn't always happen. So, the other night, I knew my husband would be home from work soon, and I … Read More
How to Make a Little Extra Side Money on eBay
Sell on eBay for extra money You've heard the saying, "One person's trash is another person's treasure." That saying rings true at eBay. If you're looking for some easy ways to make … Read More
Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
You need gluten-free peanut butter chocolate chip cookies in your life. Trust me on this one. These are a take-off of my gluten-free peanut butter cookie recipe, so they are super easy to make, … Read More
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If you're looking for filling meals to cook when you're broke or budgeting, you came to the right place.
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