Substitute Cheaper Ingredients When Cooking
I dont agree with this post. Yes, substituting cheaper ingredients for more expensive ones will definitely save money. However that wonderful recipe you are trying to duplicate will no-longer be the same. This may be a case of pound wise/penny foolish.
Use Stickers to Change Greeting Cards
Wow! that thought had never crossed my mind, excellent idea. I have many cards and stickers, now I can use them. Thanks for sharing this! Christine
My Frugal Life: Recession? What Recession?
Whoa! I can see a Flame Wars in the making. My husband and I are fortunate that we have not really been hard hit by the recession, we have lost $ from our investments. Id like to say this all is in spite of me, not because of me. Ive become increasingly aware...
Mikata's Japanese Restaurant Style Salad Dressing?
I found these 2 on-line...Ive never heard of this dressing, but it intrigues me--seems great for my WW Plan! Mikatas Japanese Steakhouse Honey Mustard Dressing 10 min prep-2 servings ingredients: 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard or stone ground...
Inexpensive Silicone Oven Mitts?
I got mine at COSTCO. I dont have the price, but I know they must have been relatively cheap because I dont buy these type of things. Why not check Creaigslist or E-Bay? Now that you mention it, I will probably sell mine on Craigslist. E-bay is good too, but...
Using a Cake Mix That's Expired?
I really think that if it was fatal to use expired cake mixes they would have a warning; dont use past expiration date. Expiration dates are relatively new. We didnt have them when I was growing up. My mother had so many cake mixes around none of us ever got...
Freezing Homemade Foods for Wedding?
What Ive done in the past is to make a lot of miniature popovers. These freeze very well. You can add whatever whets your imagination. You can use chicken, tuna and egg salad-for desserts whipped cream and other tasty items. And yes, you can freeze fudge. As...
Frugal Christmas Gift Ideas?
I have to agree that buying for multiple people can be overwhelming. Too, it takes the joy and meaning out of Christmas. Lets face it. Most people buy what they want, when they want it. Kids are picky about clothing, music, make-up and toys. The last few years...
Simple, Quick Appetizers and Finger Foods?
My Ultimate favorite is PIGS IN BLANKETS. They can be made ahead of time, frozen, then popped in the oven! Use the little hot dogs that come in packs of 50. (Hillshire are the ones that I am familiar with). Get CRESCENT ROLLS, whatever is least expensive. With...
Dollar Stores Don't Always Have The Best Deal
Good point, Carol! Another thing,make sure the DOLLAR STORES that you go to are really just a buck! (I like dollar tree). I get really good deals @ my dollar store. Greeting cards are 2 for $1.00, gift bags are inexpensive and the smaller ones come in lots...
Keeping Tuna Salad from Being Dry?
My Tuna Salad is very simple. Tuna, sweet relish and mayo. I do not use eggs. I add a quick squeeze of lemon juice to mine. It really enhances the flavor and keeps the tuna moist! Good Luck! Christine
Main Dish Ideas for a Holiday Potluck?
Thanks to everybody who took the the time and effort to respond to my request for POTLUCK REQUESTS. You are the best! have a great holiday!
Removing Sharpie From Vinyl Bus Seats?
Thank you to everybody that took the time to reply-I am certain these tips will come in handy. Now can we BAN SHARPIES from schools? LOL
What Type of Dog Is This? (Pit Bull Mix)
can you post a more upright picture of him? Kinda resembles a yellow lab-how big is he?
Collecting Items For Gift Baskets
Unfortunately now in 2008 this does not appear to be the case. I have found that all freebies cost something! :-(
