Here’s a simple treat that packs a huge WOW factor–and tastes delicious to boot! Patriotic Strawberries decorated in “Red, White and Blue”. Aren’t those pretty? Making them is simple–you just need 3 ingredients. Strawberries, white chocolate/white dipping chocolate and blue sanding sugar. Melt your chocolate in a double boiler and pour your sanding sugar into… Keep Reading
Meal Plan 5/5
I think it might finally be spring here in the north country–and spring always makes me think of fresh vegetables and cleaning house. This week’s “house cleaning” is actually going to be some “freezer cleaning”–iron chef style! I’ve got some weird odds and ends cluttering up the upstairs freezer and I want to clear out… Keep Reading
Reader’s Question: What can I expect at a Women on Target (WOT) Event?
Hi Jenn! I’m a reader of your blog from North Carolina. I’m considering attending a Women on Target clinic here within the next few months. I’ve never done anything like that. I know you attended one–do you have any suggestions so I won’t be so scared? Lee Ann What fun! I’m so glad you are… Keep Reading
Individual 7 Layer Dip Cups
What is it about 7 layer dip that is so addictive? I remember the first time I had it (my folks weren’t big on Mexican or Tex-Mex food). I was in the Army and all the officers had been invited over to the Battalion Commanders house for a BBQ. His wife had made a 7… Keep Reading
Meal Plan 4/28
Welcome to a really, really short meal plan! As you read this (assuming you are reading this right after I publish it I guess) I am sitting in a hotel room in Bentonville Arkansas. That’s right, I’m on a blogging business trip down to the Walmart Headquarters to attend a sustainability event with 3 other… Keep Reading
Meal Plan Week of 4/21
Welcome to a really, super seriously late meal plan. Despite not publishing this on Monday, I have in fact been cooking for the family. Since so many folks really enjoy these meal plans and tell me that it helps give them ideas for their own families, I figured I’d go ahead and post what we’ve… Keep Reading
9 Earth Day Ideas from Frugal Upstate
Happy Earth Day everyone! To celebrate here’s a roundup of “Earth Friendly” projects and ideas from Frugal Upstate! These are some of my favorite projects and posts throughout the years that emphasize the “reduce, recycle, reuse” philosophy. First up is the recycled compost bucket made out of a “dishwasher detergent pod” bucket. I love when… Keep Reading
Meal Plan 4/15
It’s starting to feel like spring here at the Frugal Upstate Village Homestead. This weekend was up in the mid 70’s. . . but never fear, there is a chance of snow today. (lucky us). I’ve got several things to consider this week: 1. This week is spring break for the kiddos. We have popped… Keep Reading
Quick Tip: Making Large Batches of Meatballs the Easy Way
Here’s a quick tip for you! Have you ever had to make a really large batch of meatballs–either for a HUGE meal or because you are making them ahead to freeze them? Well it can take forever to roll out all those meatballs. Pinch off a little piece of meat mixture, roll it into a… Keep Reading
How to Buy Beef by the Side
For several years Yankee Bill and I have been buying a half pig from a local farmer who uses organic methods (although they haven’t gone through the expensive hoopla to actually be able to use the label “organic”). This year we also purchased a half cow from a different farmer, which we split with my… Keep Reading
