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January 17, 2020
Day 14, Pantry Challenge 2020
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This year I’m hosting 12 different Grocery Savings Challenges. This first Pantry Challenge is a great way to save money, avoid food waste, and clear some kitchen clutter. Here we are at the end of week two and we’re still standing. Everybody yell, “Yay! I woke up, as I predicted, regretting my food choices of […]
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Pantry Challenge Savings Pack
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None of us in born knowing how to cook or save money. These are things to learn and practice over the years. Check out four good things to help you learn. Keep a budget. Watch for sales. Cook at home. These are things you’ve probably heard or read about how to save money, eat well, […]
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January 16, 2020
Day 13, Pantry Challenge 2020
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Some days are winners in the Pantry Challenge, and some days just are. Here’s how Day 13 went down for us. Whew. It’s been a good day. We used up some things. Everyone ate very well. In my case, a little too well. I had some fun food stashed (BBQ potato chips and Moose Munch). […]
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Cheddar Coins – aka Homemade Cheez Its
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Like boxed cheddar crackers? You’ll love these healthier homemade cheez its. Made with sharp cheddar cheese and a little whole wheat flour your snacking time just got a whole lot better. I think I have done it. I didn’t think it would really turn out like I hoped. But, it did. Yes, yes, it did. […]
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January 15, 2020
Day 12, Pantry Challenge 2020
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Here we are ending the 12th day of the Pantry Challenge, as we work on shopping the kitchen first before heading to the store. Careful readers will remember that last night I baked three loaves of Banana Bread. Bryan asked me last night if he could cut into one. I replied that I needed some […]
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January 14, 2020
Day 11, Pantry Challenge 2020
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This month’s Grocery Savings Challenge is to “eat down the pantry”. By eating up what’s on hand before buying more, I’m stewarding my resources well and saving money. At the same time, I learn how to be a better shopper and exercise my creativity in the kitchen. Oh happy day! My niece was born last […]
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Sourdough Pizza Crust
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Use up that sourdough starter discard in this delicious and flavorful sourdough pizza crust. Mix the dough in the morning and it’s ready to bake into pizzas at dinnertime. Should you decide to tackle the art of baking with sourdough, then you’re going to want to make a few things besides bread. I know I […]
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January 13, 2020
Day 10, Pantry Challenge 2020
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We’re almost halfway through the first of the Grocery Savings Challenges. This month’s Pantry Challenge continues to go well even if I don’t always follow the plan. Not too much to report today as I didn’t really do much cooking. Or photographing. Sorry! But, some days are like that. Food is fuel. So, just make […]
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January 12, 2020
Day 9, Pantry Challenge 2020
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Nine days down in the Pantry Challenge! Here’s how we are focusing on what we have and buying enough to supplement it. Today’s is a quick update.The day kinda of got away from me. Breakfast I missed breakfast. You know that rarely happens. LOL! The kids fed themselves: eggs, toast, and smoothies. No surprise there. […]
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How to Make Brown Sugar When You Really Need It
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Run out of brown sugar? No problem. With white sugar and molasses you can make your own to use in your favorite baking recipes. Brown sugar is sometimes essential to a recipe. You can’t make a goodCinnamon Rollwithout it. AndNot Mushy Oatmealreally tastes its best with a sprinkling of brown sugar. Forget about makingChocolate Chip […]
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