These Tuna Stuffed Shells are classy enough to serve to company! Consider it a grown up and somewhat gourmet-fied take on the classic tuna casserole. Tuna (or it’s more pricey cousin canned salmon) can be a frugal cook’s friend. Shelf stable, inexpensive and full of all those omega-3’s and things that we should be adding… Keep Reading
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Free Food: Violet Syrup
Yes, you read that right-Violets are edible! You can eat the flowers and the leaves of this beautiful little wildflower. Although I wouldn’t eat a big ol ‘bowl just full of violets, a few tender young leaves are a tasty addition to your spring salad mix. The flowers are so pretty-you can pick them and… Keep Reading
Reader’s Question: How to Save on Printer Ink Cartridges
Dear Frugal Upstate, Do you have any ideas for how to save money buying ink cartridges for my printer? I cringe every time they get low because I know I’ll be spending a bundle at the office supply store. Alice What a great question! With all the things a typical household prints these days, you… Keep Reading
Reader’s Question: How to Scent Homemade Laundry Detergent
Dear Frugal Upstate, I really like your homemade laundry detergent recipe-but I was wondering, is there any product or fragrance you can add to the detergent to make it smell like Gain? Don Don, I’m so thrilled that you enjoy the Homemade Powdered Laundry Detergent recipe! Unfortunately I’m afraid that I can’t think of anything… Keep Reading
Review: EA Sports Active 2 for the Wii
In June of 2009 I had the opportunity to review the original EA Sports Active game for the Wii. I was very impressed with it as an exercise tool/personal trainer and really enjoyed using it due to the variety of exercises and muscle groups used and the engaging and fun way it was presented. Then… Keep Reading
Recipe: Cincinnati Chili
I was introduced to Cincinnati Chili while my brother was going through his residency in Cincinnati (we were living just outside Fort Knox, KY at the time, so it was a do-able day trip, even with Princess an infant). This regional specialty is different from your “typical” chili in three ways. #1-The recipes are characterized… Keep Reading
Tutorial-Add An Adjustable Waist to Any Pants
Let’s face it. Most kids have no butt and no hips, their waist just goes straight down to their legs with nothing to hold the pants up. I could never get my children to wear a belt. I think that it was too difficult for them to unbuckle & buckle for bathroom breaks when they… Keep Reading
Review: Marketside by Walmart
Remember two weeks ago when my whole menu plan was the Marketside products that Walmart was sending me to taste test? Well, it’s time for me to give you an update on how they all were! Tuesday: Take & Bake Pizza and Salad The pizza was pretty good. Better quality than frozen, but not quite… Keep Reading
DIY: Frugal Halloween Trash Bag Wreath
Looking for a Halloween decorating project that is easy, inexpensive and looks great? Try making a frugal Halloween Trash Bag Wreath-not only is it “all of the above” it will also last for years! For those of you without the time (or patience) to watch a 3 minute video (*pthhth!*) here is the written tutorial:… Keep Reading
Giveaway: Rubbermaid Reveal Spray Mop
So my week of reviews & giveaways continues! Don’t forget to go check out/sign up for the Weight Watcher’s Cheese Picnic Kit Giveaway as well! ********************* I really like Rubbermaid products-they are just quality stuff and-to be frank-you all always seem to get excited when I have something from Rubbermaid to give away. Come to… Keep Reading
