Cheap eats

With the economy the way it is, we’re all looking for ways to save money.  I’m going to post a few cheap recipes in case this helps someone else make it til next payday. ******************************************************************************* Cheesy Ramen Noodles We like the chicken flavor best – I don’t know how well it will work with another [...]

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Hummingbirds

We had 4 hummingbirds fighting over our feeder this morning.  It was a little foggy outside, and this was taken through the window.  I love watching the hummers though!  We’ve had as many as 14 at one time.  I mix our own nectar – 1/4 cup white sugar to 1 cup of warm water.  Stir [...]

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Another canning spree!

Guess what was on sale recently?      I pressure canned several pints of baby carrots and also quarts of chicken breast (it was $1/lb at our local grocery store).  I froze some of the chicken breast after cooking/chopping and separating into ziploc freezer bags.  It makes quick meals so much easier if the chicken is [...]

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Hot Cocoa Mix

This makes a BUNCH, so use a large container for mixing and storage. 5 cups powdered milk 5 – 6 cups powdered sugar (or Splenda) – may use more or less to taste 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 cup powdered non-dairy creamer Mix all together and store in an air-tight container. Makes about 36 [...]

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Financial advice from my father-in-law

My father-in-law was a sage old coot – an ex-military man with a brash demeanor and a heart of gold.  I miss him dearly.  He passed away almost 9 years ago, but he left us a legacy of common sense and wisdom that still echoes in my mind today. One thing he always told us [...]

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