Earn, Save & Live Smart
Find tasty, budget-friendly food ideas here! This section is packed with tips on using SNAP/EBT benefits wisely and getting the most out of your grocery budget. From easy recipes that save you money to smart shopping strategies, we’ve got you covered. Learn how to eat well and save at the same time. It’s all about enjoying good food without breaking the bank. Dive into delicious, affordable meal solutions today!
Learn how to make your own smoothies or better yet, teach your kids to make their own smoothies! Fruit smoothies are healthy, refreshing and affordable when you make your own! Enjoy experimenting with different combinations of fruit…our family favorite is strawberry mango! Make your own smoothies for a fraction of the cost! ~~~~~~~ In full … Read more
The economy that is affecting the prices of daily necessities and the lack of job security are teaching us all the value of penny pinching. Stores that have suffered heavy losses during the recent economic downturn are doing their best to attract and retain shoppers. Given this, there has never been a better time to … Read more
Do you need to cut your grocery bill? Wondering how to reduce your grocery budget and eat better? No one wants to sacrifice what and how they eat in order to save money. Luckily, there are many easy ways to save money without sacrificing the quality of your family’s meals. Done properly, these tips will … Read more
Being a mom is more than a full-time job; it’s a lifetime job. You don’t have scheduled start and end times, breaks, or even meals unless you wrestle your schedule into submission. Applying yourself to raising your family takes strength, determination, inspiration, creativity, and so much more – but one thing it always takes is … Read more
Our family LOVES macaroni and cheese, so I enjoy experimenting with recipes! As of today, this is our favorite quick version! It’s delicious and just as fast as the box! Better than the box and just as fast! Tomorrow, I’ll share my recipe for Southern Baked Macaroni and Cheese!
It’s Friday, another meat free day on this journey we call Lent! This week’s recipe for Lent is Crock Pot Pinto Beans and Rice – a very frugal recipe packed with protein and fiber! Beans and Rice are staples in many diets around the world…it’s good for you and good for your wallet! ~~~~~~~ … Read more
When you’re out shopping, do you want to get the absolute best deal available? Don’t you just love discounts and sales and bargains? Who doesn’t? Guess what. The Marketing teams who are hired by large companies know that you want deals, so they put them together for you so you’ll spend money at their stores. … Read more
Recipes with Frozen Chicken Breasts: King Ranch Chicken, Easy Chicken Enchiladas, Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole If you’re not cooking with frozen chicken breasts, you’re missing out on some frugalicious and fast dinners! You’ll love frozen chicken breasts because they are a frugal shoppers delight! I just bought a 4-lb. bag of frozen chicken breasts … Read more
Did you know that many Senior Citizen discounts start as early as age 50? We’re flattered to still get carded in our 40’s, and then suddenly we’re offered senior discounts at age 50! Don’t be ashamed, take the discount and enjoy the savings! At a recent visit to Taco Bell my husband, age 47, was … Read more
Take this shopping quiz to find out what kind of grocery shopper you are, and The Budget Diet will suggest the best grocery shopping tips for you! I usually go to the grocery once a week. True / False I always plan my meals and take a list to the grocery. True / False My … Read more