Sara Noel
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Frugal living: Reusing mesh bags and toning down cinnamonAug 08, 2012 9:33 am - The durable mesh bags that produce such as onions or oranges are sold in can be saved and reused. Use them for bagging your produce when you’re shopping (instead of usin...
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Frugal living: Using up taco meatJul 25, 2012 6:50 am - Taco recipes often call for one pound of ground beef. You can use leftover taco meat in almost any dish that has ground beef, such as taco salad, soup, casserole, chili,...
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Chopsticks good for more than eating noodlesJul 18, 2012 6:00 am - Disposable wooden chopsticks are often taken home by kids after eating out. You might throw them away without ever using them, or you may have a small collection in your...
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Frugal living: Create a plan for leftoversJul 04, 2012 6:55 am - Dedicate one day a week to using up any leftovers from meals. Get into the habit of labeling, dating and freezing leftovers for later use, too. A simple weekly or monthl...
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Tips for storing ginger and cleaning greaseJun 20, 2012 6:20 am - Q. How do I store ginger that I bought fresh at the store? Paula, Ohio A. You can store it in plastic wrap, a Ziploc baggie or a paper lunch bag in the refrigerator. You...
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Stale marshmallows still can be usefulJun 07, 2012 4:32 pm - Q. While organizing the cupboard, I came across a bag of partially stale marshmallows that got pushed to the back. I only use them to make Rice Krispies treats. Would th...
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Freezing onions and picking pineappleMay 16, 2012 5:49 am - Q. Can you freeze onions whole? Tanya, Illinois A. Yes, you can freeze a whole (or even quartered) onion. You'll have to peel, wash and core it beforehand. I prefer to...
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Frugal living: Using leftover ham glazeMay 09, 2012 4:18 pm - Q. I want to make chili for hot dogs, but it needs to be thicker. Would adding flour or cornstarch change the taste? Donna M., email A. You can thicken chili by cooking ...
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Coconut oil has many uses outside the kitchenApr 18, 2012 3:40 pm - Coconut oil is versatile and affordable. It’s the oil of choice for frugal families. Keep some on hand to use in your kitchen for cooking and a myriad of other uses arou...
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Uses for your leftover Easter eggsApr 09, 2012 12:59 pm - Hard-boiled eggs are common leftovers after Easter. Deviled eggs are an obvious solution, but how about a twist this year? You can use avocado as an ingredient, which ma...