Chia Seed Muffins (recipe) Chia seeds are the Olympic gymnasts of the nutrition world. They are tiny, powerful, versatile. Perhaps the only exception is they don't have to retire by age 18. Chia seeds have twice the potassium of bananas and three times the antioxidants of blueberries. They contain similar nutrients to flax seeds but don't have to be ground up to be absorbed by the body. Chia seeds also have a longer shelf life. They are an excellent source of protein (2 Tablespoons = 4 grams), fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids. In recipes, Chia seeds act as a binder, thickening foods without adding a ton of calories. Sprinkle Chia on yogurt, stir Keep Reading
How to Save Money on Produce (part 1)
How to Save Money on Produce If you are intentional with your spending and strategic with your timing, you can provide your family with high-quality produce at a bargain. This post is part of a series on How to Save Money on Real Food where we cover how to save money on meat, produce, grains, and dairy. Here are some tips to help you save money on produce: Buy in season. It's Economics 101. The more supply, the lower the price. Strawberries are cheaper in June (and way more delicious) than in January. Bananas, grapes, lettuce, and broccoli are items that usually don't follow this rule as grocery stores usually price these at a loss Keep Reading
How to Make a Basic Fruit Pie from Scratch
To be honest, I don't particularly like pie. If I am going to spend time and energy and calories on a dessert, it's got to involve chocolate. However, in the immortal words of Meatloaf, I would do anything for love. I love my husband, and my husband loves pie. Lately, he has been not-so-subtly beating around the bush for a blackberry pie. So, on Monday I told him that if he picked the berries, I would make him a pie. That man was motivated; he brought eight cups back to the house in no time flat. Ugh. My turn. As a kid, I have very strong memories of watching my mom in the kitchen. She moves with effortless grace. Most foods were made from Keep Reading
12 Game Day Appetizers and Snacks
Game Day Appetizers & Snacks Ready for some easy recipes to take to your football party this weekend? Here are 12 appetizer and snack recipes we've posted on Frugal Living NW over the years: Sweet & Spicy Nuts White Bean Spread & Dip Buttermilk Ranch Dip French Onion Dip with Caramelized Onions Baked Ham and Cheese Sandwiches Corn Dog Muffins Broiled Asparagus with Balsamic-Butter Sauce Cheese Stuffed Jalapenos Candied Jalapenos Homemade Hummus Amazing No-Knead Bread: Step-by-Step Guide (and FAQ) Homemade Hamburger Buns Roasting Almonds & Making Trail Mix Crescent Keep Reading
How to Save Money on Meat
How to Save Money on Meat You can save big money, even on the higher quality meat, if you are intentional with your spending and are strategic with your timing. This post is part of a series on How to Save Money on Real Food where we cover how to save money on meat, produce, grains, and dairy. Meat can take up a bunch of your grocery budget if you're not careful. There are ways to save money on meat, but it does get a bit tricky as we all have a standard of quality when it comes to meat. There are many factors to consider when figuring out how to get the best deal on the quality of meat we desire that will effect how much we pay: how the animal Keep Reading
Easy no-bake energy bites (gluten, dairy, and sugar-free recipe)
Easy No-Bake Energy Bites One day last spring, my daughter's kindergarten group had to present a skill to the rest of the class. The boys didn't exactly think outside of the box. Every single one of them brought Legos. Oh yes, could you explain in great detail one more time just exactly how you created that ninja-pirate-laser-crocodile ship? Don't get me wrong, I think little boys are absolutely awesome. But I have to say, the girls dominated show-and-tell that day, especially the little girl who did a cooking demonstration with this recipe for no-bake energy bites. So simple, even a five year old can make them! And so delicious, no one was turning Keep Reading
How to Remove Smoke Smells from your Home
How to Remove Smoke Smells from your Home The smell of smoke is one of the HARDEST smells to get out of furniture, carpet, furniture, even the walls of your home. It touches EVERYTHING. If you were previously a smoker or bought a home (or piece of furniture) from someone who did smoke, there are some good methods to get the smoke out. Without having to just tear down the entire house. Each of these methods can remove the smell (or at least lessen the smell), but you may have to try several attempts and different strategies to get your home smelling fresh and clean. But it can be done! White Vinegar or Apple Cider Vinegar Each of these Keep Reading
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