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How I Save 50% on Cereal

April 10, 2015 by jlpenner Leave a Comment

Does your family like cereal but it’s busting your budget? Well, think about it. Cereal is actually a pretty inexpensive breakfast, but if you have a large family or teens, it still can add up. I have a few tricks that helps me save 50% or more on cereal purchases. Check them out. Coupons, Coupons, Coupons– This really is the best way to save the most on cereal.  Often cereal will come on sale for prices like 2 for $5 {Read More}

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20 Minute Pasta with Sausage and Peppers

April 7, 2015 by jlpenner Leave a Comment

20 Minute Pasta with Sausage and Peppers

Our family LOVES Sausage and Peppers. This dish is super easy and basically takes no time (another reason why this MOM loves Sausage and Peppers!). Because who has time for long, drawn out meals with a ton of prep everyday? Probably not you, and definitely not me. For another easy meal: BBQ Chicken Salad with Cilantro Ranch Dressing We use our favorite Gluten Free Pasta but you are welcome to use some cute Bowties or your fav. If you want {Read More}

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Filed Under: Dinner Recipes, Dinners with Pork, Gluten Free, Gluten Free Dinners, Recipes

Easy Lemon Parfait

April 2, 2015 by jlpenner Leave a Comment

Easy Lemon Parfait

Need a yummy and easy dessert? How about my Easy Lemon Parfaits? The lemon flavor is great for spring, but most any flavor pudding would be great, so use what you have on hand. This recipe uses my Easiest Homemade Whipped Cream, because I LOVE real whipped cream, but if you are a cool whip kind of gal or guy, that would work too (and make this even faster). If you are gluten free, simply use GF cake or angel {Read More}

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Filed Under: Dessert Recipes, Dessert Recipes with Fruit, Gluten Free, Gluten Free Desserts, Gluten Free Snacks, Kid's Snacks, Recipes

Salt and Pepper Kale Chips

March 26, 2015 by jlpenner Leave a Comment

Salt and Pepper Kale Chips

Have you tried our Salt and Pepper Zucchini Chips or Crispy Cucumber Chips.  They are both big hits at Frugal Living Mom. With spring coming you might be thinking about what to plant.  So, how about kale? It’s super nutritious and makes some really awesome baked chips. You could try other flavors like garlic or onion and if you don’t like pepper, leave it out. Let me know if you give them a try. Note: You can also try these {Read More}

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Filed Under: Dehydrated Snacks, Gluten Free Side Dishes, Gluten Free Snacks, Heathy Snacks, Kid's Snacks, Paleo Snacks, Recipes, Savory Dehydrated Snacks, Side Dishes, Snack Recipes, Vegetable Side Dishes

Would You Ever Ask For the “Good Guy” Discount

March 24, 2015 by jlpenner 4 Comments

  I’m not much one for haggling. Sometimes I will try at yard sales, but it’s rare at actual store. But I was listening to a story on This American Life about a guy who around 20% of the time receives a 5-25% discount on items. He does this by asking the cashier, “Is there any kind of Good Guy Discount I can get on this? And 1 in 5 times, he gets one! Would you ever do this? Ask {Read More}

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How to Shop with Coupons and Price Match at Target

March 20, 2015 by jlpenner 1 Comment

Target used to be a great place to score deals, and it still is, it’s just a bit more difficult now due to some policy changes (Which we are seeing a lot of lately!) What kinds of coupons does Target accept? Target accepts two kinds of coupons: Target-issued coupons and manufacturer-issued. Target coupons can be found on Target.com Manufacturer coupons (including printable) How do you use coupons at Target? Store & Manufacturer coupons can be “stacked” and used on one {Read More}

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