Make these croutons just once and you’ll be hooked. Fresh and flavorful, garlicky crisp on the outside, tender on the inside croutons. Compared to these, the store bought ones taste like packing peanuts. Really. Not to mention the price difference. Why pay $4 for …read more

  I always think of appetizers as a way of keeping guests from starving to death while they wait for dinner to cook. Here’s a lovely hearty appetizer that’s so yummy no one will notice it’s totally inexpensive!     Serves 4 to 6   …read more

  Let’s face it; many monthly expenses are fixed. You can’t easily reduce your mortgage, rent, insurance or car payments. But there’s one expense you can control: that’s how much you spend on food. I’ll let you in on the Secrets of Frugal Grocery Shoppers.  …read more

      This is the best Quick and Easy Sloppy Joes recipe, right here! Ready in 20 minutes – super inexpensive – and it’s SO good! The secret to these quick and easy sloppy joes is the canned pork and beans, they add the …read more

    Nothing says “I Love You” like Slime! At least if you’re a kid. This easy recipe makes translucent oozy gooey Edible Slime that will entertain your kids for hours. This is grand old fun for kids of all ages but especially for toddlers …read more

  Overnight Oatmeal is Power Packed for Pennies When it comes to cheap eats it doesn’t get more frugal and fabulous than Overnight Oatmeal. It’s a whole grain, packed with fiber and nutrients, the neutral flavor is compatible with endless variations, and costs mere pennies …read more

   We’re dressing up store brand ice cream and sherbet, making them beautiful enough for company by layering them in a Bundt pan and freezing. You unmold it just before serving, bat your eyes and say “Oh, this spectacular little thing? This little ol’ Orange …read more

Happy New Year! In this season of resolutions, I’m going to resolve to spend $1.80 less than usual each day. Would you like to join me?

  Are you looking for a personal, thoughtful gift? How about Ribbon Bookmarks? They’re an inexpensive and thoughtful handmade gift. Most every crafty person I know has a secret stash of bits and pieces of ribbon and fabric, old costume jewelry, buttons, baubles, bangles and …read more

  Have you ever thought of Mailing Candy Boxes? Or other fun things to send in the mail? Just imagine opening up your mail box and nestled among the bills and ads you find a brightly colored, fun surprise package. Just for you. Wouldn’t you …read more

      Want something quick and easy for dinner? Something amazingly good? Here’s a delicious dinner, lunch or tasty snack the whole family will love- Meatloaf Muffins.   The best part? They’re ready from pantry to table in less than 45 minutes. The recipe’s …read more

Egg Foo Young Back in the day, my family used to order Egg Foo Young from our neighborhood Chinese restaurant, Chinese Village on 82nd in South East Portland. It came with brown sauce and sweet and sour sauce and I used to mix the two …read more