Everyday Thrifty
Living Full & Free
We welcome you into our kitchen to share some of our family’s favorite food! You’ll be sure to find thrifty meal ideas for busy families here.
Whether you’re looking to save money on food expenses or just wanting tasty dinner ideas, we’re so glad you found us!
We have been passionate about thrifty living ever since our debt-free journey began in 2013. We successfully paid off $67,631 in 16 months and we still practice most of our thrifty living habits today.
When we first started out, we found that like many families, we wasted a lot of money on food. Our first step to getting our food budget under control was creating a meal plan and sticking with it. But how? The key to following a solid weekly meal plan was to choose easy prep foods that we actually ENJOYED eating.
We’ve compiled some of our all-time favorite recipes in this place! And we want you to bring them to your kitchen and bless your family with them as well.
Is payday a week away, but you’re completely out of groceries and need to figure out how to find cheap food to buy when you’re broke? We get it! We felt the same way before we paid off $67,630 of debt. The best way to cut costs when you’re broke is to reduce your grocery …
As a parent, you have so many things to do. The kids have activities you need to take them to, and there are errands to run, a house to clean, laundry, and much more. By the time dinner rolls around, you’re exhausted and looking in the refrigerator for something fast to cook. In the end, …
This cheap grocery list for a month will have you staying on budget without feeling like you’re eating scraps every day! With a little bit of planning, you can build a satisfying meal plan around some of the cheapest foods out there. Buying foods that are both low-cost and versatile is one of the best …
If you’re trying to feed your family on a budget, you’re going to want to add these dirt cheap meals to your weekly meal rotation! Feeding your family when money is tight can be difficult! And no one wants to eat rice and beans for every single meal. Take some of the guesswork out of …
Fall is in the air, so let’s celebrate with a tasty spin on the classic pumpkin dump cake we all know and love. To take things to a whole new level, we’ve added coffee… because who doesn’t love coffee?! This Pumpkin Spice Latte Dump Cake recipe is a warm, buttery, comforting dessert. And you’ll love …
If you’re planning out your next summer BBQ, you can never go wrong with an easy patriotic dessert! This Red, White, & Blue Cracker Toffee is the perfect patriotic dessert for Memorial Day, 4th of July, or Labor Day! Be sure to snap a picture while it lasts because it may be GONE from your …
Trust me when I say you NEED this homemade pizza rolls recipe in your life! Because, c’mon, who doesn’t LOVE pizza!? Pizza is a favorite in just about any household! And no doubt, I’m sure you have your go-to takeout place for that perfect pie. But rather than ordering out, making pizza at home …
This Healthy Chicken Lime & Avocado Soup is a comforting and nutritious recipe to add to your weekly meal plan! We all crave a comforting bowl of soup during the cold months of the year. This easy recipe gives you a great way to warm up when the weather cools down. While soup is usually …
This easy Christmas Crack recipe is the perfect Christmas dessert that you won’t be able to stop eating! As a mom of small children, any recipe that allows me to avoid slaving away in the kitchen is a winner in my book. And you’re going to love how quick this recipe is! This easy dessert …
After my toddlers suffered from a terrible bout of the flu one year, without a doubt, I knew I needed to pull together a homemade Elderberry Syrup recipe! I had been hearing a LOT of, dare I say “wonders,” about the benefits of Elderberry Syrup. As a mom, I would give just about anything for …
This cheap & easy Doritos Nacho Bake will keep the whole crew happy and you won’t break a sweat! This is a nostalgic family favorite in our household and we’re excited to share it with you! As a kid, I always looked forward to Friday nights. That was our family night, which usually meant a …
If you grew up attending the classic church potluck or summer backyard BBQ, you’re probably no stranger to No-Bake Banana Pudding! Or maybe you’ve tried old fashioned, classic, or southern banana pudding. No matter what pudding team you’re on, we’re bringing you a twist on this dessert favorite. Once you’ve tasted it, we’re confident that …
