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Baking Bacon — The way to make picture perfect bacon!

February 6, 2015 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 3 Comments

I have learned one of the mysteries of the universe–how to make perfect, flat, mess free bacon!   Yes, it’s true, it can be done.  Not only can it be done, but it’s super easy! You simply have to BAKE your bacon. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees and line the pan of your choice with… Keep Reading

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Quick Tip: Cooking Radishes

June 18, 2013 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 8 Comments

Radishes are one of those vegetables that everyone seems to plant. . . and yet when you ask if they actually LIKE radishes, well, many do not.  I think they are planted simply for the satisfaction of watching something that grows so quickly and lushly.  It makes any gardener feel accomplished (unless you get the… Keep Reading

Filed Under: Garden Tagged With: Cooking, Garden, quick tip, radishes, recipe

How to Translate Olive Oil Labels

April 30, 2012 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 5 Comments

I really like olive oil~ it is useful in so many ways.  It can be used on it’s own to soften skin, it can be used in the creation of many salves, soaps and lotions, and it can even be used to make an emergency lamp! And then of course you can always cook with… Keep Reading

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Free Food: Foraging Dandelion Greens

May 10, 2011 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 24 Comments

For years I have wanted to try picking & cooking dandelion greens.  Despite the fact that I grew up in the country, and our yard was constantly full of cheerful yellow blooms, I had never eaten them.  I’m not sure why it has taken me so long to get around to trying them–I guess the… Keep Reading

Filed Under: Frugal Food Tagged With: Cooking, Food, foraging, free, Recipes, tutorial

Guest Post: Creative Frugality~Cooking From Scratch

January 27, 2011 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 13 Comments

I thought it would be fun while I was away at Blissdom to give a few readers the opportunity to do guest posts here on Frugal Upstate.  This one is from my good internet friend, Karen. Creative Frugality: Cooking from Scratch When I became interested in living a frugal lifestyle, one tip I encountered over… Keep Reading

Filed Under: Frugal Skills Tagged With: Cooking, Frugal Skills, Guest Post

Reader’s Question: What White Wine do you use in Recipes

January 6, 2011 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 8 Comments

Dear Frugal Upstate, What type of white wine do you use in your recipes-specifically in your Chicken Chili Blanco?  I was wondering if you could give a better idea of kind and maybe brand of white wine?  Thank you so much! Sincerely, Theresa Well Theresa, wine is a great addition to many recipes.  It not… Keep Reading

Filed Under: Frugal Living, Reader's Questions Tagged With: Cooking, reader's question

Reader’s Question: Can You Freeze Bread Dough

November 23, 2010 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 1 Comment

Hello Jenn, I have to say I am loving your site.  You have given me great inspiration.  I first saw you on You Tube (the homemade laundry soap) and am hoping you will do more videos .  But that isn’t my question.  I am just now starting to do a lot in my bread machine,… Keep Reading

Filed Under: Frugal Living, Reader's Questions Tagged With: baking, Bread, Cooking, Freezing, reader's question

Recipe: Cheater’s Beef or Venison Stroganoff

October 28, 2010 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 1 Comment

This isn’t fine cooking by any means, but it is quick, easy, economical, tasty and fairly healthy.  Print Cheater’s Beef or Venison Stroganoff Ingredients 1-2 lbs Beef or Venison 1 pkg brown gravy mix 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 cup sour cream Instructions Slice meat in thin strips & brown in a skillet…. Keep Reading

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: beef, Cooking, entree, recipe, venison

Recipe: Apple Sausage Strata

October 21, 2010 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 3 Comments

Want something a bit different for dinner that evokes the flavors of fall? Try this recipe for a delicious and unusual strata that combines apples, onions, sausage & cheese!  Pair this entree with a crisp salad or some steamed vegetables for a lovely fall dinner. Photo by Helen Taylor Print Apple Sausage Strata Ingredients 1/2… Keep Reading

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: apple, Cooking, entree, Food, recipe

Crockpot Jambalaya

October 14, 2010 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 3 Comments

Jambalaya is a traditional Louisiana Creole dish.  Of course, like many region dishes, it has a huge  number of variations.  The “typical” version contains one or two meats (chicken, seafood &/or sausage) rice, peppers & onions, along with a healthy helping of spices.  Many versions include tomato, although there is a whole category of Jambalaya… Keep Reading

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About Frugal Upstate

I’m Jenn –an Upstate NY wife, mom, blogger and veteran. I talk very fast, read constantly, take on too much and make plenty of mistakes. I’m a real person, not perfection. I love to talk about the frugal lifestyle, “Village Homesteading”, living a more sustainable lifestyle and being prepared for all the curves life throws at you.

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