How I Achieved a 90% Savings on Groceries
Over twenty years ago, I went from spending $500 a month on groceries (for 2 adults) to $50 a month. So, how did I do it? The following is an overview of My System, and I will be writing a more detailed post soon on each of these strategies, so keep checking back! Happy Saving! 🙂 […]
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How to Make My Tofu Turkey: Step-by-Step
For many years now, I have made a “Tofu Turkey” for Thanksgiving. It is a vegan version of what is normally served during this holiday, complete with a delicious mushroom stuffing inside, and a crispy, flavorful exterior “skin”. It does require several steps, and the entire process will take a few hours. Two of those […]
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Tofu Pumpkin Pie Recipe
The Pie: Who says pumpkin pie is only for Thanksgiving?! Not me! In fact, I can vouch that it’s good for breakfast, too! 🙂 I have been making this pie for many years. It is a favorite at our house! I experimented with the spices and settled on traditional spices individually PLUS a bit of […]
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The BEST Weekly Grocery Deals! 9/16-9/22
After seeing an article on the rising costs of groceries, I’m doing things a bit differently this week. This week, I’m highlighting the TOP deals at each of the stores I cover. I want to show you that you CAN save a tremendous amount of money on groceries by shopping the weekly deals! Whether you’re […]
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The BEST Weekly Grocery Deals! 9/09-9/15
After seeing an article on the rising costs of groceries, I’m doing things a bit differently this week. This week, I’m highlighting the TOP deals at each of the stores I cover. I want to show you that you CAN save a tremendous amount of money on groceries by shopping the weekly deals! Whether you’re […]
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September Cheap Finds!
WHAT: An ongoing list where I’ll drop can’t-miss deals that fall outside of the “Weekly Deals”. In my active The Penny Pantry Facebook Group, I post many deals & info. throughout the day including freebies, deal updates & changes, online deals, meals & recipes, food discounts I run across + more! Some are more time-sensitive […]
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The BEST Weekly Grocery Deals! 9/02-9/08
After seeing an article on the rising costs of groceries, I’m doing things a bit differently this week. This week, I’m highlighting the TOP deals at each of the stores I cover. I want to show you that you CAN save a tremendous amount of money on groceries by shopping the weekly deals! Whether you’re […]
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Instant Pot Pumpkin Puree – Using a Whole Pumpkin
I love using fresh pumpkin for my tofu pumpkin pies. It’s also nice to make extra puree to freeze and use later for other baking/cooking projects. Before I had an Instant Pot, I would either roast it in the oven, or steam in a large pot on top of the stove. The Instant Pot is […]
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The BEST Weekly Grocery Deals: Corn $.25, BOGO Ben & Jerry’s, Sprouts Super BOGO Sale & More! 8/26-9/01
After seeing an article on the rising costs of groceries, I’m doing things a bit differently this week. This week, I’m highlighting the TOP deals at each of the stores I cover. I want to show you that you CAN save a tremendous amount of money on groceries by shopping the weekly deals! Whether you’re […]
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TOP 5 Grocery Deals at Each Store This Week! 8/19-8/25
After seeing an article on the rising costs of groceries, I’m doing things a bit differently this week. This week, I’m highlighting the TOP FIVE deals at each of the stores I cover. I want to show you that you CAN save a tremendous amount of money on groceries by shopping the weekly deals! Whether […]
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