Saving Money and Time on yesterday's tip....

Ok, so now that you have the vow to get rid of the cans, here is some money and time saving tips to pass along.

Bags of frozen veggies can be more expensive than cans....but be sure to remember the oz. Many times bags have more in them. Kroger, Marsh, and Meijers are very good about putting them on sale every once in a while 10 for $10 - GO CRAZY and utilize your freezer on this deal!

Freeze freeze freeze. Plant a tomato plant in in your back yard this spring....by fall you will be surprised what one plant can bring you. Slice them and freeze them - they come in SO handy during the winter to pop out of the freezer and use in soups rather than canned tomatoes.

Don't throw away ANYTHING. No secret we are Dave Ramsey law abiding citizens. :) My wallet actually has envelopes attached inside it. So things sometimes get creative around here!
For example - broccoli. Buy it fresh (and don't waste your money on organic when it comes to broccoli - farmers do not spray it!). Once you get home, quickly rinse and cut off top florets to use in salads, snacks etc. Then DO NOT throw away the stalk! Cut it up, or save time by putting it in a blender/food processor/chopper gadget/whatever. Sprinkle out on a dish towel and let it dry out some. Then freeze it! Use this in soups, casseroles, and stir fry! Great nutrients in little time/effort.

Saving money is important, and it IS possible to eat healthy and do just that.
Jill