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Fresh Lemon Curd; Easy to Make and Perfect Every Time!
Jun 03 2026
Frugal Food / Simple Food

Fresh Lemon Curd; Easy to Make and Perfect Every Time!

by Audra Lynn
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If you’ve never had fresh Lemon Curd then you are in for a treat! This rich, bright, sweet, and tart filling or spread is quick and easy to make. I...
Cooking, Dessert, Frugal Cooking, Fruit, Simple Food
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Sourdough Daily Bread; the Best Simple Sandwich Bread
May 27 2026
Frugal Baking / Frugal Food / Simple Food

Sourdough Daily Bread; the Best Simple Sandwich Bread

by Audra Lynn
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Years ago I made my Daily Bread several times a week. We loved it and it was great for sandwiches. Now I’m usually making sourdough bread and Soft Sourdough Rolls...
Baking, Frugal Baking, No-waste, Sourdough Bread, Staples
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Red Lentil Soup; an Easy, Comforting, and Frugal Meal
May 20 2026
Frugal Food / Simple Food

Red Lentil Soup; an Easy, Comforting, and Frugal Meal

by Audra Lynn
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Over here I like to make a few vegetarian meals every week. Sometimes I’m craving a particular dish, like my baked Macaroni and Cheese. Other times this kids request one...
Frugal Cooking, Pantry Recipe, Simple Food, Soup, Staples, Vegetarian
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Sourdough Bagels that are Easy and Delicious!
May 06 2026
Frugal Baking / Frugal Food / Simple Food

Sourdough Bagels that are Easy and Delicious!

by Audra Lynn
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If you’ve ever wanted to try making sourdough bagels, I have the recipe for you! This recipe is easy to make and consistently yields beautiful, delicious, perfect bagels. It’s based...
Baking, Bread, Breakfast, Frugal Baking, Simple Food, Sourdough, Staples
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Naughty Green Beans: the Best Easy Side Dish
Apr 29 2026
Frugal Food / Simple Food

Naughty Green Beans: the Best Easy Side Dish

by Audra Lynn
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We call this delicious side dish “Naughty Green Beans” and it one that’s requested very often. When my second daughter was born, a friend brought us a meal that included...
Cooking, Family Favorite, Frugal Cooking, Pantry Recipe, Side Dishes, Simple Food, Staples, Vegetables
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Saving Money in 6 Simple Ways
Apr 22 2026
Frugal Living / Simple Living

Saving Money in 6 Simple Ways

by Audra Lynn
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Now more than ever people are looking for ways to start saving money. With the cost of nearly everything going up, we all want to save as much of our...
Budget, Cooking, Decluttering, Frugal Living, Frugality, Hobbies, Thrifting
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Use it up and Save Money: Pickled Red Onions
Apr 15 2026
Frugal Food / Simple Food

Use it up and Save Money: Pickled Red Onions

by Audra Lynn
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The next idea and recipe in the Use it Up and Save Money series is for Pickled Red Onions. This quick and easy refrigerator pickle is a great way to...
Cooking, Frugal Cooking, Kitchen Basics, No-waste, Use it up!
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Use it up and Save Money: Lemon Blueberry Muffins
Mar 18 2026
Frugal Baking / Frugal Food

Use it up and Save Money: Lemon Blueberry Muffins

by Audra Lynn
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My next idea for the Use it up! series is this recipe for Lemon Blueberry Muffins. Just like the Skillet Chicken Pot Pie post, these muffins are a perfect for...
Baking, Frugal Baking, Lemon, Muffins, Pantry Recipe, Quick Bread
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Use it up and Save Money: Skillet Chicken Pot Pie
Mar 11 2026
Frugal Food / Simple Food

Use it up and Save Money: Skillet Chicken Pot Pie

by Audra Lynn
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This Use it Up! series is all about how to save money on groceries by using up what you have on hand. We all end up with leftovers from last...
Chicken, Comfort Food, Family Favorite, Frugal Cooking, Main Dish, No-waste, Pantry Recipe, Simple Food, Staples
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Fruit and Nut Cake, the Most Amazing Energy Bars Ever!
Mar 04 2026
Frugal Baking / Frugal Food

Fruit and Nut Cake, the Most Amazing Energy Bars Ever!

by Audra Lynn
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As soon as I saw the photo for this Fruit and Nut Cake in the Tartine Bread cookbook I knew I had to make it! I love that it’s mostly...
Baking, Dessert, Frugal Baking, Fruit Dessert, Pantry Recipe, Snacks
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Welcome to my blog about frugal living, delicious food, and making a beautiful home all on a budget. I'm the mom of a large family and I share what I've learned about life and all the things of home. I'm glad you're here!