This contest is sponsored by Salada. Information and images provided by Salada. June is National Iced Tea Month, and instead of purchasing expensive sugary sodas and bottled teas for the summer season, Salada Tea is encouraging people to “unbottle” their tea with freshly brewed iced tea made with tea bags. Freshly brewing this popular summer [...]
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Potatoes should be stored in a cool, dark and ventilated area away from light. Don’t refrigerate them because the starch turns to sugar. Don’t wash them before storing because the dampness promotes decay. The first reader tip shares a way to keep potatoes from the light. POTATO TIP: I work at a farm stand. At [...]
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This contest is sponsored by Banquet. Images and information provided by Banquet. Everyone wants a sweet way to end dinner – and most family members all want a different dessert. Now Banquet, the brand that families love, is unveiling new Banquet Fruit Pies, a line of single-serving desserts that cost $1.00 or less! Banquet Fruit [...]
Summer is a good time to set some frugal goals. It’s easy to get trapped into overspending, but if you arm yourself with a game plan, you can save some money or at least avoid adding to your debt. How do you save money during summer? Here are a few tips for putting your best [...]
DEAR SARA: Can you make powdered eggs at home? — Donna, Michigan DEAR DONNA: I don’t make them at home. I’ve read about ways to do it, which involved cooking them scrambled in a frying pan, breaking them up, spreading onto a baking sheet and baking at 135 F for 10 hours or using a [...]
Freezer organization can be a challenge. It can be more difficult with a chest freezer. Ideally, you want the older food toward the top so it gets used sooner. You can remove food from bulky packaging and repackage into labeled freezer storage bags to save space or organize into plastic bins. The first reader offers [...]
Frugality can seem like a lot of work. Some people have decided that it’s simply not worth the effort. Maybe they haven’t thought it through. Those of you who are frugal, know that you’re not deprived and that it doesn’t require a lot of extra time. The benefits of frugal living outweigh the sacrifices and [...]
This contest is sponsored by Jiffy Lube. Images and information provided by Jiffy Lube. Roy Lindahl has been driving his white Jeep® Cherokee since the day they drove off the lot together seventeen years ago. He and his vehicle, affectionately nicknamed “Jeepy,” recently reached a major milestone when the odometer hit 400,000 miles. It was [...]
What do you do for fun? Don’t you love that question? For some people such as sports enthusiasts or hobbyists, it’s easier to answer. You’ve probably noticed that as you get older, activities that are fun for some people are no longer what you consider to be fun. Redefining fun is a vital part of [...]
You’re happily coasting along with your frugality and enjoying the money you’ve saved. Suddenly, you realize, not only are some people whispering around you, some are bold enough to make comments. Some of your family and friends might be in awe and proud of you, but some are snickering or thinking you’re a cheapskate. Maybe [...]
photo by Collin Anderson Cookies are a popular tradition throughout the holiday season. They’re easy to serve, travel well and make wonderful gifts. Most everyone has a favorite to bake. The most common cookie requests I receive are for cookies that aren’t too sweet and go well with coffee or tea, sugar cookies that hold [...]
photo by rberteig Moving can be overwhelming and chaotic. The process will run more smoothly if you’re well organized, plan ahead and recruit help. Readers share their best tips to save your sanity during a move.
DEAR SARA: Do those steam mop things work? And are they OK for hardwood? I don’t know a specific model, but they are usually about $100 and have pads at the bottom that wipe the floor while spraying steam at it. Spraying hot water at wood seems counter-intuitive to me, but the people in the [...]
photo by timlewisnm The first tip is a good way to waste less apples. To prevent browning, soak the cores in saltwater. Use about 1 tablespoon of salt per half gallon of water. Then freeze in an airtight container or a freezer bag. FRUGAL APPLESAUCE: A couple of months ago, I got annoyed at the [...]
