Swiss chard is a green leafy vegetable that is growing in popularity, as it is easy to grow, has a mild taste, and is packed full of nutrients. Whether you have swiss chard in your garden, get some as part of your CSA, or have a neighbor drop some off for you, make sure you don't let it go to waste. The easiest way to use swiss chard is to add it to anything you'd normally add spinach or broccoli such as Broccoli Cheese Soup, Spaghetti Sauce recipes, or casseroles. Once chopped and cooked, it … [Read more...]
Got Excess Zucchini?
Young Zucchini Pickles 6 lbs. young zucchini, sliced thin 2 cups onions, sliced thin 1/2 cup of pickling salt 2 qts of ice water 2 cup of sugar 2 qts of distilled white vinegar 1/4 cup of whole mustard seed 1/4 cup of celery seed 1 tsp turmeric Place the zucchini and onions into a 12 quart glass bowl and sprinkle evenly with the salt. Pour the ice water over the vegetables and stir once. Cover the bowl and let the veggies stand at room temperature for 3 hours. Dump … [Read more...]
Christmas in July: Nah! But Saving Should Start
Christmas is only 6 months away, and if you haven't already, now is a great time to start saving. I'll save you the math. If you event tuck away $25/week starting now, you'll have saved $600 by Christmas! Christmas is the same day every year, so planning is easy. If money is tight this year, all the more reason to start saving. Tuck away what you can, and you'll be less stressed when December rolls around. You can buy a gift card once in a while and save them too. Give them as a gift or use … [Read more...]
Freezing and Drying Herbs
Many more people are gardening this year, since COVID has limited travel and other entertainment options. People are keeping busy by planting gardens or containers for the first time. In fact, many garden centers and seed sellers are having a hard time keeping up with demand. Just try to find onion sets. Some suppliers report a 3 to 5 times the normal increase. So with so many people gardening, we have to assume there will be plenty of herbs and veggies produced. Here's a great article on some … [Read more...]
Planning a Summer Staycation
If you're planning to stay close to home this spring and summer as most of us are, we can still make the most of our current situation. There are plenty of new, fun, and interesting adventures you can plan while social distancing and not spending a ton of money. Here are some ideas for a fun staycation: Water Party! Let your kids plan a water party with sprinklers, water guns or balloons, and kiddie pools. Try placing the sprinkler under the trampoline or swings for added fun. Check out … [Read more...]
Want to have your home cleaned, but think you can’t afford it?
The cleaning product industry is a billion dollar industry that is ready and willing to take your money. Many homeowners buy the newest cleaning gadget or dozens of cleaning products all in the name of making house cleaning easier and more tolerable. The problem is the high expense associated with buying all this stuff. People who clean their own homes are likely trying to save money by avoiding a professional cleaning service. But are they really saving money? Cleaning your own home costs … [Read more...]
Recipe Favorites You’ll Want to Try
We all have favorite recipes, and my favorite recipes always save time or money (or both when possible). I get lots of requests for some tried and true recipes that I've posted years ago on my site. Many of you are new to this website, and some of you may simply appreciate a reminder to give these a try. Homemade Onion Soup Mix Homemade Cream of Chicken/Mushroom/Celery Soup Mix 5 Minute (No Knead Bread) If you have a time-saving or money-saving recipe that you'd like to share, please … [Read more...]
End of Summer Salad Recipe
August is an incredible month for local, fresh produce. Many of us have an abundance of cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, salad greens, and more. Salads are an incredible way to incorporate lots of veggies, as most recipes are forgiving and can incorporate additional vegetable ingredients not in the original plan. Here is a recipe that is delicious as is, or throw in a few more veggies to make it your own! End of Summer Salad Recipe 1 box small shell noodles cooked al dente, rinsed and … [Read more...]
Time to Shop the Summer Clearance
Now is the time to shop the summer clearance! We're not advocating for buying things you don't need, but rather planning ahead for gift giving and next summer. Swimsuits and summer outfits on clearance that will fit your kids next May. Summer toys on clearance for birthday party gifts. Camping gear and beach toys to replace this years' things like floaters and noodles New beach towels and summer footwear Don't forget about checking the food and candy isles for items considered … [Read more...]
Garage Sale Season is Here!
Whether you are planning a garage sale or love to visit garage sales in search of a good bargain, you'll want to stay top of your game so you don't get overwhelmed with clutter. Planning a Garage Sale Planning a garage sale can be overwhelming, as well as eye opening to just how much stuff we accumulate. The best thing to come out of garage sales, other than decreasing the clutter in your home, is the unarguable proof that we spend too much money on stuff we don't want or use. Garage sales are … [Read more...]
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