What is sourdough bread and why should you make it? Here’s everything you need to know about sourdough: making sourdough starter, the benefits of sourdough bread, the best sourdough tips and tricks, and of course, yummy sourdough bread recipes! If you’ve ever asked yourself “What is sourdough bread?” or “Is sourdough bread healthy?” or “What are the benefits of sourdough bread?” or even “Do I really need to ... Continue Reading
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The 15 Best Egg Substitutes for Baking
If you’re running low on eggs, try one of these 15 egg substitutes and save a trip to the store. Read on for the list, including plenty of vegan egg substitutes, plus recipe recommendations and tips to help you decide which egg substitute is best for your particular baked good. One of the key points I teach in Grocery Budget Bootcamp for saving money on groceries is to use the food you already have. Any time ... Continue Reading
Lime Crema
This easy lime crema recipe comes together in less than 5 minutes. With just 4 simple ingredients, you’ll have a zesty, tangy, creamy sauce to take your taco night to the next level! Everyone in my family LOVES tacos. Whether it’s Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos, Easy Spicy Salmon Tacos, or Black Bean and Corn Salsa Tacos, we simply cannot get enough! What I’ve noticed though, is that most taco shops make their ... Continue Reading
Slow Cooker Pot Roast Recipe
This easy slow cooker pot roast takes less than 10 minutes to load into your crockpot, and dinner practically cooks itself. Make this melt-in-your-mouth tender beef roast for a special family dinner, or any time! Serve with a simple salad and dinner is DONE! Does your family have a big Sunday dinner? Maybe you all gather around the table, have a meat-and-potatoes kind of meal, and just enjoy each other’s ... Continue Reading
How To Make Your Own Natural Shampoo
Use this simple natural shampoo recipe to make your own chemical-free hair care! With just 3 ingredients, you can make a healthy shampoo that won’t strip your hair of its natural oils. A while back I shared how to make your own herbal shampoo bars, and wow – they were a hit! I am so amazed at the interest in simple, natural products! However, some of you were cautious about using lye and hesitant about ... Continue Reading
How To Make Oat Flour
Learn how to make oat flour with this simple tutorial. Save money by making your own oat flour instead of buying it at the store, and add flavor and texture to your favorite recipes with these helpful tips for substituting oat flour in baked goods. I’m always looking for small, practical ways to boost the nutrition of our meals at home. Simple things like adding flax seeds to pancake batter or cottage ... Continue Reading
Instant Pot Oatmeal Recipe
Oatmeal is one of our favorite quick and easy breakfast options, but Instant Pot oatmeal is even FASTER and EASIER! Make this frugal family favorite that turns out perfectly creamy every time and customize it with your favorite toppings. I made oatmeal on the stove top for years because that’s the only way I knew how to make it (other than in the microwave using DIY Instant Oatmeal Packets). Now that I ... Continue Reading
Two Week School Lunch Meal Plan
These healthy school lunch ideas work for kindergarten, high school, and everyone in between! Feed your kids real food that doesn’t break the budget, with these yummy kid-friendly recipes they’ll love to take to school. Enjoy Homemade Spaghetti-os, Homemade Cheez-its, and more! When we switched from homeschooling to a traditional school several years ago, I had NO IDEA how tricky and troublesome packing a ... Continue Reading
Walmart Grocery Pickup: My Personal Experience and Honest Review
How does Walmart pickup work? This honest review has everything you need to know, with pros, cons, and tips for the best experience possible. I’ve spent a lot of time in grocery stores, trying to find good deals on real food so my family and I can eat well on a budget. I’ve been able to share my shopping experiences from all my favorite stores: ALDI, Trader Joe’s, Lidl, and Sprouts Farmers Market, as well ... Continue Reading
A Beginner’s Guide to Bake with Yeast
If you’re not quite sure how to bake with yeast, find the answers to all your questions with this beginner’s guide to yeast baking! Learn how to proof yeast, the different types, how to store yeast to keep it fresh longer, and my number one tip for getting started with yeast baking. Anytime I ask someone why they don’t bake bread, they usually offer one of two excuses: We solved the first issue with ... Continue Reading