Last night I posted a new Frugal Tip about having a family movie night. An essential ingredient for us is popcorn. While any popcorn will do, my absolute favorite is Kettle Corn. There’s just something about the sweet and salty combination on every single crunchy kernel. Yes, you can buy the microwaveable kind. It’s fairly […]
Continue reading1/3 cup corn oil 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup popcorn kernels Salt to taste Over a medium-high flame, heat the corn oil in the bottom of a heavy 3-quart saucepan. Sprinkle in 2 or 3 popcorn kernels. When the kernels pop add the sugar, and then the remaining popcorn. Cover with a good lid. Shake […]
Continue readingCorned beef was originally substituted by the Irish Americans for bacon in the late 1800′s. Many believe that eating corned beef with cabbage on St. Patrick’s Day brings good luck throughout the year. A great way to do that is to make a big pot of this yummy soup. Irish Kettle Soup 2 T butter […]
Continue readingSummer is almost over (we’re going back to school next week), but there is time for a little more frugal summer fun. How about surprising everyone with a family movie night. There are lots of options here without breaking the bank. And no, you don’t need to head to your local movie theater. It’s easy […]
Continue readingAre convenience foods ruining your budget and robbing you of your hard earned cash? Fight back with these great recipes. Create your own convenience foods, and pocket monstrous savings in the process. Begin by substituting your Homemade Granola for expensive Zowie Wowie Sugar Puffs. Then move on to more ambitious projects like Biscuit Mix, Flavored […]
Continue reading2 cups corn meal 1 teaspoon salt 2 cups boiling water oil for frying Put the tea kettle on to boil. In a large bowl combine the corn meal and salt. When the water boils, measure it in a metal or tempered-glass measuring cup. Pour the boiling water over the cornmeal and stir it up. […]
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