Posts by Savings Lifestyle: Andrea
Candied Pecans on the Stovetop – Perfectly Caramelized in 4 Easy Steps!
The smell of caramelized pecans just make the holidays come alive to me! They are always sold at the malls near me. Since that where we seem to be during holiday shopping, I guess that’s why the smell correlates to holidays. And spending money. HA! You can whip up a delicious batch of these candied…
Read MoreTater Tot Casserole
If you’re looking for an easy and quick dinner, look no further! This Tater Tot Casserole is super simple to make and can even be done in a crockpot if you’re short on time! I have also included the slow cooker instructions below. There are veggies in the casserole, however, you can easily swap out…
Read MoreDIY Dog Bed No-Sew
The cost of owning a dog doesn’t have to break the bank! When you welcome your sweet furbaby home, I will fully admit, it is seriously hard to resist all.the.dog.things!! Our Ollie was spoiled before she even stepped her little paws in our home. You know what, I don’t regret being *that* dog owner for…
Read More7 Easy Ways to Save Money on Your Pet
We waited so long before our family added our first pet, Ollie. A large part of the wait was because our kids are in so many activities that require us to be away from home quite a bit. Another large part was that pets are an added expense. While I knew it wouldn’t break the…
Read MorePanera Mac and Cheese Recipe
This Panera Mac and Cheese recipe is my kids’ favorite dish whenever we go to Panera. It’s also a great recipe if you’re looking for a white cheddar mac and cheese. Homemade also tastes better than any restaurant version you can get, so making this dish at home saves quite a bit (since I can…
Read MoreEnvelope Method of Budgeting: The Cash Envelope System Explained
Have you ever wondered about the envelope method of budgeting and how it works? The envelope system is something developed by Dave Ramsey. While he may not have invented it, he sure did polish the system. In fact, my best friend had been using this method of budgeting long before Dave Ramsey was a household…
Read MoreSecret Ways to Save on Apple Products
We are an Apple (brand) family. There are several Apple products in our home, and each of our boys use a Macbook. Of course I didn’t buy them brand new and pay full price. That’s too rich for this momma’s blood! Apple is one of of the most popular brands out there, and for good…
Read MoreMason Jar Salad
Mason jar salads are so convenient! I prepare these several times a month for my husband to take to work, and for me to grab out of the fridge while I’m working from home. It’s easy for him to transport to work and the veggies stay fresh until he’s ready to eat since the dressing…
Read MoreDIY Coach Gifts: Printable Thank You Card for Coach
These printable cards make great thank you gifts for coaches! If you are looking for a DIY coach gift idea, download these free printables today! Baseball Basketball Cheerleading Cross Country Football Golf Hockey Lacrosse Soccer Softball Swimming Tennis Track & Field Volleyball Wrestling I can’t tell you how many times through the years that these…
Read MoreMason Jar Lunches: Homemade Lunchables
Lunchables are one of my kids’ all-time favorite snacks. I seriously don’t get it. It’s just crackers, meat and cheese. Since they have peanut allergies, they can’t even eat the treat that’s in most of them since they are usually peanut products. One week I grabbed some crackers on sale and picked up the pre-sliced…
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