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Crockpot Sweet Apple Butter

What do you do with an abundance of organic apples? Turn them into sweet apple butter. It is finally the season for the wonderful smell of cooking apples and spices in the crockpot. This recipe will make your whole house smell so incredible and bring the good things of the fall season rushing into your home. The recipe will make a good amount of apple butter. I was able to fill four large canning jars plus another large glass dish of it. Because of the amount made, you can store it for use throughout the fall and winter or be … Continue reading →

More Ham Freezer Cooking

Today I woke up knowing that I had to do some freezer cooking. Remember all of that inexpensive ham I have been telling you about? Well, it was time turn the last ham deals into some freezer meals. I’m still in the process of finishing up actually. In the oven now, excuse me when the timer beeps, are the second batch of ham and cheese hot pockets. These will be great for quick out-the-door lunches or take-to-work lunches. I tried a new dough recipe this time. The previous one, using bread flour and a pizza dough recipe seemed to make … Continue reading →

5 Ways a Crockpot Will Save You Money

The crockpot or slow cooker is a frugal person’s best friend. With this little unassuming device, you can really save money. If you don’t have a crockpot yet, I trongly suggest that you purchase one as soon as you can (Used is fine. My best crockpot was bought at a local thrift store). Then get some good recipes and fire it up to save. Here are five great ways that a crockpot will save you money. 1. It makes it easier to prepare dinner. Throwing a few ingredients into the crockpot in the morning before work, school or family obligations … Continue reading →

Freezer Cooking – Choosing The Right Freezer

One of the hardest things people face, when dealing with freezer cooking, is lack of space, or not enough freezer room. Although freezer cooking can be done using only a regular side by side refrigerator and freezer, it is best done when you own a separate freezer chest. The reason a bigger freezer chest is necessary, is it allows for more storage, and easier organization. So how do you know which freezer is right for you? It really is not a difficult choice, but I first recommend that you evaluate a few things first. Before even considering the purchase of … Continue reading →

A Freezer Cooking Weekend

Freezer cooking is an easy method to stay frugal and help you save money on food costs. Preparing foods in advance can save time as well. It does require a little extra time once a month, but is totally worth it throughout the month when you are short on time and can throw a meal right into the oven. This weekend is my frugal cooking weekend. It will start today, and end sometime tomorrow afternoon. Sometimes I do have to do a little on Sunday’s but I am hoping to avoid that this time. That does not mean that I … Continue reading →

Frugal Food: Lentil And Rice Casserole for the Crockpot

There is no doubt that rice is one of the champions of frugal food. It is very inexpensive and can be used to plump up many a meal. We buy large bags of rice from a warehouse store to keep in our pantry. To make it handy to use rice for any meal, I simply empty the large bag into a large dry cat food container. The cat food containers are square and roomy and come with lids that seal very tightly. When I need some rice it is easy to simply take my measuring cup over to the container, … Continue reading →

Still More Freezer Cooking Breakfast Recipes

Thought I’d share three last freezer cooking breakfast recipes. Let me know what your family thinks. My family of seven absolutely loves these! Cinnamon Raisin French Toast Soufflé 1 large loaf Cinnamon Raisin Bread (chopped — enough to fill 13 x 9 in. pan) 12 oz. Cream Cheese, softened 6 oz. Butter, softened 3/4 cup Maple Syrup (divided) 10 eggs 3 cups Half & Half Cinnamon Sugar Buttered Maple Syrup (50/50 mix of butter and maple syrup) Place chopped cinnamon raisin bread in a well buttered 13 x 9 in. glass pan. Mix cream cheese, butter and 1/4 cup maple … Continue reading →

Freezer Cooking Soup and Stew Recipes For Those Cold Winter Months

With the cold autumn and winter months rapidly approaching, I thought it should be my freezer cooker queen duties to share with you a few of my favorite soup recipes for this time of year. I try to make hearty soups in the winter, to fill the stomach and warm the soul. There are two tips I have learned about freezing soup. First, allow the soup to cool completely before putting it into the freezer. Second, when storing soup, use plastic microwaveable containers to freeze. This way it can go from freezer to microwave without anything in between. Typically I … Continue reading →

More Freezer Cooking Breakfast Recipes

After my article yesterday, Freezer Cooking Breakfast Recipes, I decided to add some more. All of these have been tested though I will admit to sometimes altering them a bit to make them more suitable for my kiddo’s. We have a few picky eaters. Regardless you should be able to make them and freeze them and then reheat them by following the directions. I love a simple breakfast and when it’s hearty and delicious at the same time, that’s all the better! Texas Scramble 1/2 cup new red potatoes, cooked & cubed 1 tablespoon butter 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder 1 … Continue reading →

Freezer Cooking Breakfast Recipes

We’ve been doing a lot of freezer cooking around our house lately. I’ve always been heavy into freezing extras for additional meals, but I’ve never done much with breakfast and I am having a blast with it. It’s a great way to make a hot, healthy breakfast for those fast-paced, often rushed school mornings. Here are several completely tried and tested recipes that freeze easily, and will keep your family happy each morning with a wonderful breakfast. Best Blueberry Brunch 24 Slices of bread, cubed 1 lb. Cream cheese, cubed 2 C. Blueberries 1/4 C. Orange zest 24 Large eggs … Continue reading →