Something has triggered my ongoing neck and shoulder issue and it is killing me! I am rubbing on the ibuprofen gel and stuffing painkillers at regular intervals. This week's shoestring meal plan needs … [Read more...]
This week’s frugal eating plan
As I have been having fun this week using up the grape harvest, this week we will be mainly eating grape jelly! I haven't made any jam for ages. In truth, I hadn't even thought about preserving grapes … [Read more...]
Meal planning to save time
Although it can seem like a faff, meal planning really does pay dividends. It saves both money and time. The latter I seem to be particularly short of at the moment. There aren't enough hours in the … [Read more...]
Using it up to keep food bills low
Even though Zero Waste Week is now over, I am continuing to use the items I identified as 'forgotten' when I did my stock take last week. I don't want to waste food or money! So I will continue using … [Read more...]
A meal plan to reduce your food bill
If you read my recent post How to Slash your Food Bill, you will know that our grocery bill has been creeping up. Meal planning is absolutely crucial if you want to reduce your food bill. By planning … [Read more...]
A home grown meal plan
I popped into Asda mid week for some milk and cat food. Whilst I was there, I managed to pick up some yellow stickered fish - salmon and kippers. We also have a fridge full of vegetables. No home … [Read more...]