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Comment on Better Than Refried Beans by Let’s Talk Beans :: Gone Frugal

Let’s Talk Beans :: Gone Frugal — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 13:26:22 +0000

[...] a recipe to get you started? Try Michaelâ€™s Better Than Refried Beans recipe and youâ€™ll never buy canned again! AKPC_IDS += [...]

Comment on Coupon Karma and Lessons Learned by LaDonna

LaDonna — Wed, 12 May 2010 11:58:04 +0000

I’ve always found the binder overwhelming and time consuming. However, what works for my household is an accordion file box. Not those tiny little coupon holder accordions they advertise in the coupon circulars. Here’s a link to a picture http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/6/61259/22_2008/13PocketPortofinoAccordionFile_xl.jpg We were lucky to find one in a bargain bin at Staples.

Comment on Simple Stuffed Peppers by Frugal Michael

Frugal Michael — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 14:16:13 +0000

Great suggestion, Autumn!

Comment on Simple Stuffed Peppers by Autumn

Autumn — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 14:15:06 +0000

If rice is not a favorite at your house shredded zuchinni make a good substiture. I grate on a box grater and pat dry with paper towels before adding to my veggie mixture, good for that time of year when total stranger try to give you their extra zuchinni.

Comment on Make Your Own Hamburger Helper Beef Stroganoff Clone by Autumn

Autumn — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 13:32:37 +0000

I have never understood the “box” dinner concept. I have always made my own helper for ground beef, chicken or tuna, sloppy joes and dont even bring a jar of spagetti sauce to my house. It all started when I read a can of chicken broth and saw corn syrup and like the number 3 ingredient. Not only do I save money, but I know what my loved ones are eating.

Comment on Gone Frugal Taco Seasoning Mix by Better Than Refried Beans :: Gone Frugal

Better Than Refried Beans :: Gone Frugal — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 16:49:38 +0000

[...] 1 Tablespoon Gone Frugal Taco Seasoning Mix [...]

Comment on Make Your Own Homemade Heinz 57 Sauce Clone by Meals With My Deals: Hawaiian Chicken Recipe

Meals With My Deals: Hawaiian Chicken Recipe — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 02:05:22 +0000

[...] bottle would end up just sitting in my fridge for YEARS! If you are feeling really brave, you can make your own Heinz 57 sauce (did you know it has pureed raisins in [...]

Comment on 31 Days of Freebies – Day 24: Free Milk by Jan

Jan — Sun, 28 Mar 2010 15:28:58 +0000

Only for the contiguous states. Grumble grumble.

Comment on Michael’s Homemade Pancake Recipe by Being Frugal with Your Time – 4 Kitchen Timesavers for the Freezer :: Gone Frugal

Sun, 14 Mar 2010 18:52:32 +0000

[...] only do I think I have one of the best pancake recipes around, it gets even better by adding the time savings I get every time I make a batch. Howâ€™s that, you [...]

Comment on National Pancake Day by Frugal Michael

Frugal Michael — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 18:06:32 +0000

I don't blame you whatsoever. I stopped using store bought baking mixes years ago. Here's a recipe for an easy DIY baking mix.