Pumpkin. Some of us can never tire of that word. It signifies the start of Fall and everything cool and beautiful. Companies have also realized our obsession with pumpkin and pumpkin spice, because they’re coming out with pumpkin spice EVERYTHING. And what’s a bored mom to do but try as many as she possibly can? […]
What Are the Cheapest Proteins?
You don’t have to be a bodybuilder to enjoy the effects of protein! One of the 3 macronutrients, protein helps to keep you full and build and maintain muscle mass. The daily recommended protein intake is 10-30% of your diet; so if you eat 2,000 calories a day, 50 grams of protein per day would […]
How to Enjoy Cheap Produce All Year Long
One of my favorite parts of summer is devouring all the fresh fruit: strawberries, blueberries, pineapple, cantaloupe… it’s all good! Then winter comes and takes it all away, and I’m left with are apples and grapes. Don’t get me wrong; I like them! But I miss my berries. Maybe for you it’s zucchini, or corn. […]
What to Buy When You’re Under Budget on Groceries
This may be a problem that not many of you have… but have you ever completed your menu and grocery list for the next week and found that you have extra money left over? Maybe you planned some really cheap meals, or made meals based on what’s in your pantry. It’s quite nice when you […]