12 ESSENTIAL DAILY HABITS TO LIVE BELOW YOUR MEANS! FRUGAL LIVING! CROCKPOT MEATLOAF!

[@lindadorman2869]

My new favorite money-saving tip is...one trip a day. When I have to run errands, go grocery shopping, have a doctor's appointment, etc...I schedule and plan my route so I can make just one trip a day. I don't own a car so this is extra challenging because I need to coordinate bus timetables to go in one direction from start to finish and I also don't go out at night. The best part is once I come home, I'm home.

[@cltinturkey]

Super smart, efficient, and frugal. You're saving a bundle and becoming a master logistics expert. Brava!

[@monabiehl6213]

I often order online. Unfortunately, I have to pay service charge and delivery charge and a tip, but it's still cheaper than making car payments.

[@yorkshirehousewife784]

Hi Linda, can you cycle? It’s not for everyone and that’s ok. But if you can, it may be beneficial for you to use a bicycle/tricycle (potential electric assist) with a front rack on the front and a couple of panniers on the back. I can get a weeks shopping on my bike that feeds a family of 4 freeing up time and money for me.

[@serendipitysue3255]

@Lindadorman2869 Good for you! I do the same. I have a senior pass with a 2$ a day cap. I can get where I’m going and no parking fees.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That’s great!

[@yvettenewton6588]

Free eggs : the kindergarten next door has 2 laying chickens, I offered to feed and care for them while the teachers are on their annual school holidays. Most days they lay 2 eggs in their coop and I also get to take the manure for my garden. A good exchange for a few moments of care …. Eggs, also hard to buy and expensive here in Australia.

[@Nic-du6xe]

Awh.. that is so nice as well that you take care if them 🐔 🐔 ❤

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That’s a great arrangement!

[@marykayesugerman6843]

In Wisconsin I’m making soups to stretch our budget and to stay warm.

[@lisamanser4448]

I’m in Wisconsin also and just made chili in the slow cooker yesterday! Love me some soups all year long. ❤

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Soups are a great way to stretch your food dollar

[@sylviak9808]

What a great tip for making meat loaf in the crock pot, thank you! I have not bought eggs since the prices went up, so I do not know the prices. But I saw a sign at the check-out the other day that eggs are limited to two boxes per customer (or was it household?). When we moved from Germany to the US about 25 years ago, we found it very strange that people left the TV and lights on, even if they left the room for a longer time (not just a bathroom break or to get something to drink/snack). Also the lights in every room in every office building seemed to stay on during the night when nobody was there. We were not used to that. In our first year there was a power shortage in CA and the power would be cut off randomly for about three hours every so often. And yet, living in a condo complex, we were still not allowed to dry our clothes on racks on the porch in the nice, warm CA sun. That stubbornness of putting aesthetics above a power shortage was absolutely mind boggling to us.

[@Elaine-yb5no]

Love your comment. I have made meatloaf in my crockpot. Top it with potatos carrots. Yummy

[@joycewright5386]

That’s California for you!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Wow! That is very eye-opening!

[@jacquelynsmith5788]

I’m on Vancouver Island, in Canada and regular, large dozen eggs are about $4.24 at my local store. Tomorrow however, our local drugstore has eggs on special for $3.59 per dozen. That’s in CDN dollars so that’s pretty darn good. Thanks for the meatloaf recipe. I LOVE my crockpot, so will definitely try that. Oh, and where I live our local energy company has challenge days. We always try and make them work. Tonight from 4pm -8pm if we can reduce our electricity consumption by just 20% we get a $3 credit. They do this several times a month. It’s kinda fun and easy to do. Every penny counts. Even when it’s a Canadian penny! LOL.

[@greeneyedredhead61]

Love Vancouver Island. I used to live there. So beautiful. I lived in black Creek and also Campbell river and I even lived on quadra Island for a short time when I was a child. I'm from California and I live here now. But when I was young my mother married a Canadian and we moved to Canada. I wish I never left. My mother became a Canadian citizen and maintained US citizenship so she had dual citizenship. She passed away in 2010 and is buried there. But yes I remember Vancouver Island, very beautiful wish I never left.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Wow, that’s a really great way to save on electric!

[@anncromarty2590]

Im having a no spend january. My "bad" expenses had been snacks or meals at convenience stores. I spend many hours a day on the road for my job and usually eat breakfast and lunch in a vehicle. I was spending 150 a month in snacks/meals. Now i go to walmart on saturday and buy snacks much cheaper, bake my own cookies instead of buying them, and have packed every breakfast and lunch so far this month.(i always cook dinner at home.) I also have gamified my checking account. Every week i try to spend less on my bills and groceries, etc. than my paycheck was for the week, and at the end of the month whatever is left over goes in my Roth. Last month was 250. It's a fun challenge.this helps keep me on track every day.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

You’re doing amazing! I love the gamification idea!

[@sandygordon496]

We make hamburger helper sometimes. We found if we use half a pound of hamburger instead of a pound, we barely tell the difference

[@pamrymanowicz293]

Make your own hamburger helper. Tastes better, better for you too. Just google homemade hamburger helper meals

[@tracy8805]

I add veggies and some extra cheese to bulk up the Aldi hamburger helper. Their stroganoff has a liquid packet rather than powder.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Ground beef is one of the easiest meats to stretch! Good for you!

[@pamrymanowicz293]

@tracy8805 to make your own just use sour cream & cream of mushroom soup. A little garlic & onion powder. Add browned burger.

[@robinlyon-mccarthy7709]

"Make your home a place of contentment." Great advice! I have no idea what eggs are locally as we have chickens. We are in IN and have not seen the ground for two weeks. As a result, the feed bill is higher, but they are basically pets that lay eggs, so we do not pay attention to that. Back to your advice: I did not leave our property for ten days after this last sn*w, and was perfectly content.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I'm glad you were able to stay content at home!

[@lisatopolnicki9975]

Here in florida egg prices are going up. The other day I came across a 5 lbs bag of russet potatoes for 1.69$. I baked them, then made twice baked potatoes out of them and froze them. My husband loves them and so easy to bake in the oven with some meat.

[@cassandraduran811]

Hear in California. I nearly had a heart attack when I bought a dz for $7.41. Other places it is priced 9.99😮

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That is a great idea, thank you for sharing!

[@auntiali9344]

Always make sure I have the electricity under control. Turning off lights when no one is in the room. We got the 80/20 ground beef at Shop Rite for $2.99. They also had Annie's Organic mac and cheese on sale 8/$8.00. That went straight to the food closet. Today I had a doctor appointment and we added errands to this to make it gas saving.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That's so smart, adding errands to your doctor's appointment!

[@lynnetaylor6720]

Our score of the week (loss leaders) was at the local Food Lion.. 3# bags of yellow onions for 2$, regularly 3.99. and 5# bags of russet potatoes for 2$, regularly 3.99. a neighbor went to a food bank and gifted us 2 dozen eggs for free. I was so thankful

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Wow, what a great haul!

[@kimward5862]

I always love to see what you have changed on your kitchen countertops 😍

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I'm always rearranging things! Thank you

[@gaildurocher6553]

I find alot of people use not taking out things to thaw out as an excuse ...you can use auto defrost on a microwave just keep an eye on it so it doesn't turn Grey or you can thaw things in cold water quickly and you CAN cook things from frozen it just takes a little.longer. I have been doing this my whole life.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Great point!

[@janejdough2230]

Alberta, Canada. I pay $2.50 a dozen from a local farmer. At stores I see around the $4. Retired Librarian here, the library is the best , thrifties, place for entertainment! Have a "library day" each week. I had patrons who came in with their children every Thursday ( or whatever). I am so old I saw those children bring their children every Thursday! Best bargain in town.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That is so wonderful and true about the library!

[@mc2120]

Libraries are so great and under used. Local eggs here in Washington are 6 bucks a dozen and 5 or 6 in the stores. I need chickens 😆

[@DawnRK3204]

My kids and I visited our library weekly for years. I still enjoy the library. Just last week I requested they order a gardening book. Our library also loans board games and has a free seed library.

[@vananderful]

I am definitely going to try making that meatloaf! One thing I do everyday to live below our means, is I check our bank account, online, every morning. It keeps me aware of what's coming in, and what's going out. It keeps us mindful of all the transactions.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Checking your account daily is a great habit!

[@kateconlon5424]

I live in Ireland and I am doing my best with the no spend low spend January….so far I am doing well only issue was a trip to vets with my dog but his health is a essential…..I don’t go near the shops and rarely shop online….eggs here are about 1.50 to 2 euro for 6……I buy them every week….

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Absolutely! Our pets are essential!

[@robinlacey9273]

My pharmacy suggested this frugal tip. Sometimes it is cheaper to buy a medication at "retail" vss through your insurance. A three month supply of my level 1 drug cost $17. If they ran it through insurance it would have been $30. It pays to ask .

[@melissalee1709]

Someone on YT suggested putting a dry towel in with your wet laundry to shorten drying time. I now use the dryer for at least 20 less minutes each load and everything is dry. I also use only cold water except on sheets sometimes or heavily soiled laundry.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That's so smart! Cold water is always the way to go unless you're washing something super dirty.

[@katiejo711]

I do that, but I also hang my clothes outside in the summer and hang inside on hangers and clothes racks. I have propane and it’s expensive

[@That.Lady.withtheYarn]

A can of chickpeas, the water works as an egg substitute in baking. 3 tbsp per egg, works for jiffy

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks for sharing that!

[@marysethre3888]

I am in MN. Eggs are $5.43 a dozen at Aldi. We are doing a low spend January, no Amazon orders. We are also doing a freezer clean out.

[@KateBurt-b4e]

I'm originally from MN- Winona. I heard the Kwiktrip eggs went over $5 the other day.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Good for you, that sounds like a great plan!

[@lv4366]

Here in Michigan we are very fortunate. Eggs are about 3.50 a dozen but go on sale too. My daughter has chickens so we get free eggs 🎉

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That’s wonderful!

[@debby-ex6ir]

Egg prices in Toronto are about 8.99 for 18 extra large. I remember my mother spending $35 a week for groceries for our family of five. I shudder to think what my grandkids will pay eventually. You are always an inspiration Emmy and so is Paul - thank you for keeping us motivated while we are still enjoying life fully.

[@CreamPuff-ek8fd]

Wow. I paid 9.29 for 30 large eggs in Montreal today

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

You are so welcome, Debby!

[@arthurmantzouris4413]

When u talked about being bored I'm never bored. There is always more things to do then time in the day. But I can see what yr talking about....😅😅😅😊😊😊

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

We are never bored either!

[@conniechuha3113]

About keeping a tidy home. If your home is kept clean and tidy, then you just leveled up. My walls need a fresh coat, my counters are old and in good shape and I get compliments all the time because it's decluttered and tidy.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That’s a great idea to focus on keeping things tidy, even if the decor isn’t brand new!

[@sherrylewis9327]

I honestly have no idea of local egg prices, LOL! I just don't "see" them in any ads since I've been buying from a local lady who sells her eggs for $2.50. No raising prices just because everyone else does. Beautiful eggs from well loved and cared for chickens, they're her babies.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Oh my gosh, what a blessing to have those eggs!

[@sherrylewis9327]

@@FrugalMoneySaver It really is! When her hens go on "break" and I have to buy store eggs? I really try to not! LOL

[@judyehling6239]

Our favorite frugal thingis utilizing leftovers!!! I am so excited to find ways to use them!!! saves sssoooo much money and I am cerain the Lord is happy.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes!! I agree!

[@alicehunsaker7876]

As always ! Awesome video ! I'm in Michigan , I got 18 eggs for $5.99 at Kroger. I am loving this no spend January, more than half way through!!! All bills paid on time, caught up on some bills and got my oil changed without having to charge it !! Thank you for all you do !!!!!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That is awesome! So proud of you!

[@alicehunsaker7876]

Thank you !

[@judymc4213]

PNW near the Canadian border. Eggs are $6.99 a dozen. I love my crockpot and use it 2-3 times a week. My instant pot makes great cooked barley that I add to soups.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I’m with you on the crockpot!

[@francinelee4129]

I live about twenty miles outside of Atlanta. Today you can get Eggland's best large eggs for $8.47 for 24. Now I love pasture eggs from Vital farms. They are about $7.60 a dozen. They really do taste better to me if I'm eating scrambled eggs, etc. So that is one thing I will spend money on when I can. I use cheaper eggs for baking, mixing, etc. I am really into meal prep. I live alone. I help take care of my 95 year old mom during the week. I don't like to have to cook when I get home. I will make a huge meatloaf, spaghetti sauce, chicken, homemade soup, etc... I do this on the weekend. It takes all day. But I have freezer meals and things I enjoy eating which helps with just picking something up! This has really helped me to eat better and not waste food. That is what I will be doing tomorrow. I also make full use of my crock pot. I also cook a whole bag of rice then portion them out and freeze. This has made my life so much easier. I did purchase some good glass containers that go from freezer to oven! It was a small investment but perfect for one person! Great tips!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Meal prep is so key! You are really doing great!

[@yelenayeli9529]

In The Netherlands prices of eggs also differs a lot. I buy mostly organic and I buy 4 euro’s for 10 eggs on the local market. When I want the cheapest eggs (not organic) than I can find on our local market 30 eggs for 7.5 euro’s. As for living below our means we do the same as we always did and that is for many years now. But we choose to pay more for our groceries while we want to buy as much organic food as is possible. While they contain more nutrients. I buy local, choose produce that is in season, cook from scratch and grow part of our vegetables and fruit.

[@joycewright5386]

In New Jersey,USA it is $10 for 12 organic eggs!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That’s so smart! That’s the whole point of being frugal-spending money on what’s important to you

[@creativelycountry1617]

I love your deals today! We are having a “low spend, intentional spending only year” My local surplus today had bins full of Christmas gift bags 4/1. And several of them were not overly Christmas themed. I noticed at Christmas this year that I was actually running low on bags. First time in years! So I got 8 for $2, was so excited! They also had coffee, and something I needed for a birthday gift on sale. Felt so good to walk out knowing everything was intentional. So far, so good! Looking forward to the year. We are also decluttering the house this year, a different room every month, so it’s been good the last few weeks to feel so in control of spending, and making spaces better.

[@bnbtemple5936]

I think your decluttering plan is wonderful in its simplicity. Good luck!!!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Love, love, the idea of only spending intentionally!

[@DeerzyDeer]

In Oregon we can’t get a dozen eggs for less than 10$! 😖 To save money I’ve started baking using homemade applesauce (cuz apples are cheap) as an egg replacement.

[@maryannewagoner6330]

How much applesauce per egg

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Wow, that’s a great idea!

[@karenmiller8517]

Eggs here are $2.99/dozen but this week at Ruler the organic eggs are $2.50! Go figure! I'm in Western Ohio and my county produces many of our nation's eggs. Love your channel even though I don't learn a lot. I've been frugal forever. Enjoy watching you cook!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I appreciate you watching, and I'm glad you're enjoying the videos!

[@BellaCooks396]

Love the foil tip and I imagine the meatloaf came out moist. You can freeze eggs. I freeze them in silicone molds. You could freeze them in freezer ziplock bags. I freeze 7 together for my crustless quiche. I freeze 3 or 4 together for scrambled eggs for 2. You must thaw them in the fridge for 2 or 3 days. If the yolk is not quite thawed, I whir them up in the blender. You cannot fry thawed freezer eggs because the yolk will get weird. So, if you find a deal or markdown eggs snap them up and freeze them. With a little pre-planning you will always have eggs. The price is going to keep going up because there is no end in sight for the bird flu.

[@lindadenneypu6315]

I started doing this about a year ago 1 dozen eggs here in Australia some r reaching almost 10 dollars and we have limits on how many cartons we can get at a time also

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That is a great tip for freezing eggs!

[@Taini124]

In Prince Edwaed Island , Canada, a dozen eggs can be up to $8. To save money, i eat simply, buy few clorhing items, stock up when i find sales, and spend time enjoying myself at home.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That’s the way to truly live a frugal content life!

[@mc2120]

Ive only washed with cold tap setting. Better for your clothes and doesnt set stains. Thanks for the information, very helpful!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

You are so welcome!

[@jackiephillips9042]

We do all the same things and have done them for years. We are now too old to do some of the harder DIY in the house so either wait for our sons to come home and help, or hire someone to do it.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That is so smart! Good for you!

[@joycewright5386]

In the winter I have a basement clothesline in front of my woodstove. No dryer needed.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Love that!

[@tennbee679]

Scored 100 on most of your tips but there was a couple I made a failing grade. When you talked about getting bored.....I realized that I'm never bored....lazy maybe but always more to do than I have the energy to do. We used to be able to combine the errands but now that we're 70's and 80's, we find that if we try to do that we become overwhelmed.

[@judytieger8976]

Same with us.

[@janejdough2230]

@@judytieger8976 I have to make lists when doing errands. it helps.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Oh, I totally understand! That’s why I always say you do what works for you!

[@ginajordan5016]

So funny, so familiar! My husband has "garage clothes". I have a bigger wardrobe. I have "cooking clothes" and "gardening clothes"! 😂 Your videos/advice are always spot on!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

It's amazing how our "uniforms" naturally develop. 😉

[@tjloutzenhiser2503]

i live in washington state. last time i went to the store, didn't matter which one. 12 eggs were 13.00 and some change. the big box of eggs (60 count) were between 32 and 45 and some change. haven't bought eggs in 2 months. neighbors have fresh eggs for 5.00 a dozen. i will support the small chicken farmers.

[@CookingwithDesi]

Wow! Great to support local.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That’s so great that you have small farms around you.

[@lynnegordon6749]

I listened to the 6pm (January 18) on the radio here in Ontario. Major recall on several brands of eggs. Not just in this province. I am blessed to get farm eggs for $3 a dozen.

[@danellafarrell7138]

Bought 2 dozen eggs today and came home watched the news about the egg recall.😢 2 dozen eggs going back to the store tomorrow!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I’m so glad you have a source for farm fresh eggs!

[@rough-hewnhomestead5737]

I'm in WV and we have hens so we rarely check egg prices, but last night we went grocery shopping in preparation for a big snow and below zero temps....and we noticed that eggs ranged from something like $4-something to $6-something per dozen, depending on what "grade/level" of eggs you purchase. I am doing something to save money while listening to your video: I've been looking through our food storage and noticed we have some various whole grans that need to be used up in bread baking, etc. Last night I wanted to grab a couple of loaves of bread in preparation for the storm and hunkering in. I about fell over at bread prices...they've risen again it seems. I went ahead and bought one loaf and decided to start baking our own more consistently again. I have several buckets and jars of whole grains in my kitchen right now. I'm typing this with my laptop resting on a bucket of rice! lol I am milling various flours and will begin tonight making bread and buns with what we already have before replenishing grains for storage. Bonus: it is 15F here presently and dropping in temp, so baking at 1am will only help to heat the house while I am making use of what we already have and proving our weekly bread. This is a win for me! Wanted to say that I have made meatloaf in the crock pot and it is wonderful! I'm sure my husband felt the same as Paul when contemplating crock pot meat loaf....but he loved it as well! I have also made manicotti in the crock pot....it was great! God bless!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That's a great idea to use up those whole grains! Good for you!

[@kakelinga]

Hi Emme and Paul. I live in Hawaii on the island of Oahu. I paid $9.49 for a dozen of local cage free eggs. Eggs from the mainland is about $10.00 for 18. I was able to get five dozen of local Waialua eggs at Sam's club for $17.96 before the pallet was gone. We have shortages here too and it's hard to find eggs at Costco and Sam's. If you are lucky enough to be there when they restock the fridge, you better buy some because they may be out for weeks. I have started writing down every purchase I make daily. I was supposed to start doing that in 2024, but losing my husband in late 2023 got my head spinning and I haven't really been budgeting as I should have. I am back on track now. 😊🙏👍

[@Nic-du6xe]

You can do it ❤

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Oh, I am so sorry for your loss😞

[@SharonGreen-gc3ym]

I shop from my cupboards and freezer first see what I have left and add to it and make a meal plan and my budget is £150 per month that includes tinned dog food and dry dog food household items and personal items 😊

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds great!

[@hollyhepworth438]

I unplug almost everything not being used. The only things that stay plugged in are the TV, stove, fridge, washer and dryer. I only do Laundry before noon and hang to dry mostly ( still trying to be okay with hanging undergarments) I too wear play clothes when I’m at home. I couldn’t agree more about keeping a tidy home reducing stress caused by the chaos. KZbin is my go to for dyi and when it is something I can’t do, I reach out to my church family for help. Thank You! You help so many of us!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I’m so glad that these tips are helpful to you!

[@meganhartten8291]

Hi, I'm in Maryland and a dozen of organic eggs (which I prefer) was $5.69 and just last week they were at $4.99! I ended up buying an 18 pack which was a better value overall. I am very fortunate during the spring and summer that my neighbors have chickens and often share extra eggs. :) Thanks for another great video!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Oh wow! That’s wonderful your neighbor share

[@KatahadinKookingMamaHomestead]

Maine our eggs are 7-8 a dozen. right now I put a light on in my shed for my chickens I don't want to spend on eggs. I am in a no spend month I got 3 meals from one lb of hamburger -did Shepards pie and meatballs and sauce over pasta. Then left over pasta made pasta primavera. I am using up everything in fridge, then going to pantry and to my canned items

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

You’re doing great!

[@justjet]

This week I purchased hamburger 80/20 for $2.77lb. limit 6 and bacon $2.97 limit 4. With lettuce & tomatoes from my garden I will enjoy budget friendly BLTs!! I only buy loss leaders, digital coupons & sales. The day after my check is deposited each month I pay all my bills so they are never late and I don't have to think about them till the next month. Large eggs $4.99 in Phoenix. Stay warm.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

You sound like you have a great system going!

[@jeanmeierbachtol6154]

I live in South Dakota I think eggs are around 3.99 a dozen I have my own chickens. I live in Sioux Falls so I can only have 6 total. right now only 2 are laying due to the cold weather and the others are molting but it is enough for us However I have to say they are probably more expensive than store bought. my favorite no buy tactic is just staying home I’m not an online shopper so I’m safe at home. I don’t ever get bored so that helps too

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks for sharing!

[@PattyCoker]

Thank you for sharing the crockpot meatloaf recipe. I will definitely try this. Many times I decide not to make meatloaf because I run out of time when I get home. Putting it into the crockpot before I leave would be a great solution. I have also heard that if you lay a paper towel under the lid, your food will brown better. PS. My husband is a ham radio operator also.This has been a hobby of his for almost 40 years (KC4ANB)

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I just told Paul! He is N2VMS!

[@TonyaApplegate]

In Michigan our eggs are around 4.50 a dozen. I got some great deals. Our local store had boneless chicken 17.99 a 10 pound bag so I got 2 (1.79) pound. Meijer had ground turkey 8.99 for 3 pounds (2.99 pound). I will not need to buy meat for awhile as I still have a big amount of ground beef in my feeezer. Have a great weekend 😀

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Wow, those are some great deals!

[@sophianachtigall3598]

I am back from grocery shopping, and it was a great one. I stocked up on so many things we eat regularly on amazing prices. The total was 90€ (south of Germany) and it was for 51 item. All real food. Flour was 0,51/kg. I will have 3 additional people in my home for next 10 days. I am happy that I have found some good deals.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Great job! So happy for you!

[@TracyAMead]

I'm in Storm Lake, Iowa and our egg prices are crazy as well. My husband prefers jumbo eggs and they are $5.66 per dozen. My 93-year-old Uncle has moved in with us in November so we can take care of him for awhile, and my best money saving strategy has been to save every bit of leftovers and invent new meals. I freeze all the leftovers I can and I either invent new meals or we have a total leftover night. It's working well so far. Thank you for another wonderful video! Have a blessed day!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I love your leftover strategy!

[@jeanpearce8160]

I too live in the 🇬🇧 and absolutely love watching Emmy & Paul, there is always something of interest Can't comment on eggs my husband doesn't eat them & I'm a vegan.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you so much for that kind compliment!

[@paulafleming3889]

Great tips just bought 36 count eggs was 15.49. My shopping strategy is checking what we already have on hand. Meal prep around what's on sale, also cutting back on portion size.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I love your shopping strategy!

[@EstherWillinski]

Emmy, your nails look so pretty, I love that deep cherry color! Here in Massachusetts we could get a dozen eggs for $3.89 at Market Basket. To stay below our means this month I've pulled out my sewing machine and my fabric stash and have started making things again: I made new curtains for my craft room and a baby blanket for a friend's newborn. I got so much joy from making those, and didn't spend a dime! May God bless you too, you keep us inspired every week!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so much! And those curtains and blanket sound lovely!

[@gail2297]

I am in North Carolina. I paid $3.99 for a dozen eggs last week. I check my budget sheet and look for ways to cut back. I saved $20 to $30 last month on gas for my vehicle. Staying home more and planning my trips out. Also, I have been batch cooking meals and freezing leftovers. I love that I have a ready made meal in just a few minutes. I rarely eat out. My daughter and two grandkids are taking me to lunch Monday. I am looking forward to that. My daughter is downsizing and had a load of really nice clothes to donate. We quite often donate. However, this time, I'm selling those clothes and making a little extra money. I am a senior on a fixed income. As another youtube content creator says, "Little is much when God is in it."

[@susanf4857]

I sell on Poshmark and you can make a decent amount of extra money a month doing that. It's fun and very easy. I have a Goodwill clearance bins in my area so I get alot of things to sell there.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Love your positive outlook!

[@eileenreed5642]

Love your sweet spirit ❤

[@MaureenOLeary-tz1kt]

I paid $4.17 for eggs at Aldi last week. They were 3.97 for awhile and thought they couldn’t go higher but they did. I told the cashier they cost more than a gallon of gas.

[@azgardenlover370]

I love simple food, simple life. It's just like sitting down for a visit with a friend. 😊

[@joanprout9619]

A silly little reuse I discovered while making soup in the crockpot the little mesh bag from the organic garlic bulbs is perfect for holding a bouquet garni: A couple of bay leaves, sprig of fresh thyme.It was much easier to fish the herbs out of the soup. Then after emptying the little bag in the compost or trash.,I stuck the little bag on little peg on the upper dishwasher rack.

[@nmkuemmerlein9996]

Thank you for this suggestion. I am always looking at free containers and trying to think how to repurpose them.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Great idea!!

[@ViolaOgrady]

I'm from Colorado. Eggs are between 6 and 7 dollars a dozen. I been checking my refrigerator to make sure I'm not wasting food. I clean it out once a week. It's been fun coming up with meals that use leftovers. I've been doing the lost leader shopping for years I save alot of money doing it that way.. The habit I've been having a hard time breaking is going through the drive thru. Oh well I'm working on it.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Leftovers are a great way to create new meals!

[@crystalh1402]

My favorite pantry staple is bobs red mill egg replacer for baking, it’s very useful when fresh egg prices are all over the

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks for sharing that tip!

[@janetdowning1443]

I'm in australia. Eggs in the local supermarkets $10 a dozen. Aldi an hours drive away is $5 a dozen. I pay $6 a dozen from my neighbour. Approx' with currency difference would be double, so in USA it would be $5, $2.50 & $3. I have meatloaf on the menu for tonight but will do in the oven with a baked potato. Love your work, keep it up 👍👍👍👍🌹

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I’m so glad you like our videos! Thank you!

[@judyhammond9054]

Hi, Emmy! I live in northern Michigan (not the UP). I bought 18 eggs yesterday for $8.19. I have been participating in the January Pantry Challenge, doing my best to use only what we have on hand with the understanding that I would buy eggs and bananas when needed. Not actually doing this as a money saver, but to push myself to use things that may be ignored or forgotten, and to see what things I should keep more of in my pantry. Using it more as a learning/no waste tool.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That’s a great idea to use up those forgotten items!

[@Simpleliving-v2r]

This video is much needed to watch now.Here in Canada everything is getting pricier even thrift store where I shop often getting pricier 😔Hope everyone learned frugal living 👍

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, prices are climbing...

[@RoseMMM789]

I have been using our already cooked oatmeal left over from breakfast to make oatmeal chcolate chip cookies. There are some great recipes online for repurposing cooked oats.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That’s such a great idea!

[@lorrainreed3378]

Coastal NC here. Last Monday, organic, pasture raised eggs were $7.99 for 24 pack. I bought 2 packs because they are my granddaughters favorite breakfast.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I’m sure they’ll make a delicious breakfast!

[@patricedixon2634]

That is a good deal for 24 eggs.

[@CreamPuff-ek8fd]

When I saw jars of prepared sauces I knew there was a good reason! It looks like a good one -I have never seen it in Canada. You could probably make an Italian style pot roast with it or even some chili or a soup with them but they are very handy to have for a quick dinner as my sauce which I will make tmr takes several hours on the stove! And glass jars are great to keep dried herbs or other odds and ends or send a soup leftover for your son to bring home! Those cream style corn cans I use in shepherds pie along with some frozen corn and the canned beets can be used to make a borscht ( beet and beef broth soup) . Will try your meatloaf looks very good. Last note is that eggs can still be used a bit after their expiry date if not cracked. You can always freeze them by cracking them and putting in muffin tins and then taking them out and put in a feeezer bag. They should be used for baking or making something like a frittata or a strata or bread pudding.. Thanks for another great video and have a great weekend.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you so much! Yes, Victoria sauce is very good

[@SharonGreen-gc3ym]

I’m in the uk and I love your channel so many great tips and lovely recipes thank you 😊

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so much 😊 we appreciate the kind words

[@teresablack6270]

We are in PA and get eggs from a local farm for $3.75 a dozen. They are running about $5 at the store. We are definitely keeping the purse-strings tight and being as frugal as possible. Only buying things on sale. As always, meal planning around loss leaders is the biggest help to stay on track! I keep looking through my older cookbooks to help me find new low cost recipe ideas without a ton of frills or fancy ingredients. Thanks for another wonderful video!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That’s so smart to find those meal-planning deals!

[@Nic-du6xe]

Having had chickens my tip is do always always do the egg test to see if they are still fresh, i found that so many times that store bought egg where the best before had past was still perfect to eat. After having a very tight budget this month due to several things that cropped up which we couldn't predict, my tip is to think outside the box and just because it is a no spend month doesn't mean you can't have the very best. My old carrotts, potatoes, frozen peas and brocolli looked rather depressing at me so i asked ai to give me a michelin restaurant inspired recipe with what i got and it was truly amazing.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

What a wonderful, creative idea!

[@buickinvicta288]

Hi it's me 😊. So nice meeting you both! I got those eggs and ground beef👍. How did I miss the Victoria? Delicious sauce. Do you go to ocean state job lot? I LOVE that store. So many great prices and imorted products with "clean" ingredients.I show sone of my hauls. Thanks for the shout out, I will reciprocate. ❤ Stay warm everyone. Cheers! 😘

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

No, we didn’t go to Job Lot! Another subscriber told us we should go there as well!

[@julieemig432]

We keep our own chickens. I’m not sure what we pay for eggs because of the feed. I’ve been keeping chickens for years now. We give eggs to family and friends when we have too many.. I’ll have to check egg prices in my area. We have a rooster also so in the spring we can hatch eggs in our little incubator.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I would love to get chickens!

[@johnmelissaziech6207]

Have been making crockpot meatloaf, and the foil trick, for years. A great way to have a good meal and sandwich fillings when you are busy.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That's great to hear!

[@andreamarshall9677]

Speaking of laundry-we do similarly, I pop the wash into the dryer for only 10 minutes since they come out of the washer wrinkly and stretched, sometimes linty. The dryer serves to fluff them a bit, then they go onto the drying racks. This has saved us considerably on the electric bill. The laundry detergent has markings on the cap, generally on the inside, SO OBSCURELY, you have to really hunt to see those markings! If you read the directions on most brand bottles, and locate those markings, they are quite small. I think most people, myself included until more recently, simply fill the cap and dump it in. My brand is literally a quarter of an inch marking at the bottom of the cap for the amount of soap needed for one load. So check those cap markings! Plus this saves your septic system from soap overload.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I totally agree!

[@ShellyCap9]

I wait until they go on sale at Kroger, a couple weeks ago I got dozen eggs for 1.99 and bought the limit.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That's a great price!

[@GretchenBostrom]

I live in MA. I go to a local farm a half hour from the city to buy my eggs. They are farm fresh, free range, I know the farm and their practices. A dozen are $4 which for local eggs is on the low side. Many sell for $7 and up per dozen. Supermarket is cheaper but I prefer supporting this local farm. I’m not eating out and I got myself an espresso machine which is awesome! I now can make espresso drinks at home and not spend the $ at coffee shops if I want one. I have already gotten my money’s worth after a month of using it. I am so glad I got one. I used to go to the coffee shop once or twice a week and I haven’t gone at all as I can make the drinks at home for a fraction of the cost-and the quality is just as good if not better than the coffee shop. I was able to get a nice machine on sale that makes great espresso. It was def worth it to me to get it.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I'm so glad you found a farm you love, and that you can get great coffee at home!

[@jannancarvis3976]

I’ve actually made meatloaf in the crockpot already instead of the aluminum foil trick I actually sat on top of my root vegetables, potatoes, and carrots. It turned out pretty good.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That sounds delicious!

[@andreamarshall9677]

I used to shop at Aldi and Walmart, since their prices were more competitive than regular grocery stores. However, I now shop Shop Rite loss leaders and Big Y for the bread loss leaders, and fill in with a few things from Aldi and Walmart that I know are priced lower. Yes, it is more time consuming to research the flyers every week, but well worth the extra 20 minutes is so! I plan my weekly meals around the sale items, and stock up on the super sales like canned goods and items that freeze well and store well. So nice to have these basics on hand in my pantry and freezer to prep meals easily! Then I only have to pick up produce and other fresh items that spoil quicker in between. Thanks for your amazing tips! Cooking from scratch much more now, and the foods taste so much better! Cooking and baking has become a fun hobby as well! We eat so well that my cooking is much better than the restaurants!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That is so wonderful, Andrea! You have a great system going!

[@RBKusa]

We live in Madison Wisconsin today the one dozen eggs was 4.62 at Aldi

[@raethibodeau9604]

I had to smile when I heard you say on date nights you watch the Eagles. It took me a second to realize you were talking about real eagles, not the Philadelphia Eagles. 😅 I watched your video after watching the Eagles win over LA. I had football on my mind. I'm from South Jersey. I can buy eggs from a local farmer for $5 a dozen. Love your videos.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I am glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks for the kind comment

[@SherDavhopvoz]

Michigan checking in. 30 ct eggs $11.19. $4.79 a doz. We've been buying the 30 ct lately, with 3 growing kids. If they aren't all used before expiration I use them for baking. Thank you Emmy and Paul for another great video! 😊

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching

[@patricedixon2634]

Awesome deal on those eggs. My relative has chickens so eggs are plentiful for them. They also sell their eggs at lower prices. Yes, the bird flu is certainly affecting egg production and prices. Its been that way for awhile since last yr.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That’s wonderful that you have relatives in the egg business!

[@yenquest]

Price Rite in my local area has put a limit on the amount of eggs you can buy, which is 4 containers/dozens of eggs. On top of the supply/flu issue, it's also limited due to the new law passed in MA, where eggs must come from at least cage-free chickens. I've only seen Eggland's Best Pasture Raised eggs being sold. A few restaurant owners try to buy cases of eggs from the grocer irregardless (for their dishes that do call for eggs), but they had to be turned away before they wipeout the store of all the eggs for everyone else. I am feeling it for any local restaurant owners in my area, because there's one nearby that had to shut down due to the economy, and prices of protein is still going through the roof due to the culling/transportation/imports/etc-issues. If I see good discounts, I'll hop on it and meal prep with them asap. I'm the type to freeze any meal preps that I make, just so they'll last longer at cheaper prices. Less repetition on cooking, cleaning, and energy usage (including ones own physical energy) in the long run too.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Good for you! Grab those deals when you can

[@crystalh1402]

I’m in Sacramento county California and I am doing the three rivers pantry challenge again to ensure I’m rotating what I have and not wasting food. If you keep a large pantry and freezer stocked it’s a great tool to inventory and use what you have.

[@carlaknitspodcast3392]

I’m in Nebraska.😊 I bought 18 eggs at Walmart today for $6.72. I meal plan each week and include an easier meal or two for those days when things might get hectic. I love your channel and look forward to seeing you and Paul each week. Thank you for being a blessing to so many people.❤️

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

What a lovely compliment! Thank you so much

[@joanprout9619]

While those flexible swifter mops are brilliant, I finally retired an old L L Bean turtle neck I bought in 1987. I cut the sleeves off and gave them new life slipped over the swivvily mop head. I've been known to increase the scrub factor by securing a 2-sided sponge with rubber bands. Just being frugal.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That is so smart!

[@lindaryan4148]

Hello my favorite frugal couple. I can’t wait to make my recipe that I use for meatloaf in the crockpot. What a good idea. I just paid over $6 for a dozen eggs the other day and it was very painful. Emmy, your nails look gorgeous! Bye for now.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you so much for the kind words!

[@d.parisi]

Here in SE North Carolina eggs were $4.53 a dozen at Walmart. I never thought ground beef would cost less than eggs!!! What Im doing to save $: In December I implemented the Flex plan our electric company offers. Basically if you use electricity during the off peak times you get a lower rate on the price per kilowatt per hour. My last bill was $66.00. The next bill will be more since it has turned so cold. See you next week!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That's a great incentive from your electric company!

[@deidrekelly2338]

Hi Emmy from freezing north Florida. Snow predicted tomorrow!! Eggs $4.53 a dozen at Walmart. Today i baked your cranberry bread from last week. I used frozen homemade cranberry sauce ( turkeys are not available right now in my area). Halved the sugar and baked a lot longer. Very dense, more like fruit cake, than a quick bread, but delicious!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, I am sure the extra moisture from the sauce made it very moist!

[@creatingwhimsy5536]

We have a small business in town that is an organic egg producer.. he has a small organic store front in his egg facility and is selling lg eggs for 4.00 a dozen which is cheaper than plain white eggs at the grocery store, he may have to raise his price, but he holds out as long as he can before he does. You can also buy 15 dozen in a box and they are even cheaper.. split it with family and friends....And I always figure if it worth it to have organic if the price is only slightly higher! I am in Minnesota.

[@Nic-du6xe]

That is lovely idea to share ❤

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I absolutely agree! That’s wonderful he’s doing that!

[@Puzzleguru1313]

Arkansas here. Kroger eggs large are 4.49/dozen Sam’s if you buy the 5 dozen $3.75/dozen Last sale at Kroger was 2.49/dozen sometime in the last few months. Our stores also say limit 2 signs Thank you for the videos! Enjoy them all

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so much!

[@Doodlebug1948]

GREAT presentation! Thanks. Love your sweet voice! From Southern Indiana.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Wow, thank you! So kind!

[@georgiamcneil1661]

I love your video especially the one about the meat loaf . Thanks❤❤❤❤❤

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

You are so welcome, Georgia! Thanks for joining us!

[@joanprout9619]

I'm doing like Pay suggests the freeze most of the chicken I cooked in 1 cup portions. When good quality frozen vegetables are on sale. I buy chopped onions,saves prep time. When I I open a can of tomato pastetthe rest goes into a Ziploc, squashed flat and frozen. Open bag and break off as much as needed 4 what you're cooking.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

You are definitely living frugally!

[@tinastinyliving686]

Eggs are nine dollars a dozen here in the rain forest of Forks WA. I'm really trying not to buy anything more than food. Sometimes since it is just me, it will be cheaper to do a one item take out.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yikes! Nine dollars!

[@tinastinyliving686]

@FrugalMoneySaver Yes and $24 for five dozen eggs

[@angelareagan7971]

I bought 24 eggs today st Kroger for 7.49 in Tennessee. They were England's Best and were cheaper than the Kroger Brand. Also been doing no spend/low spending Jan. My goal was no spend on Amazon or eating out. Well I have made a few purchases from Amazon. But it was for essentials. And we have went thru drive thru one time Also we are spending less at Grocery store. Trying to supplement what we have already. Doing pretty good so far. We have a trip planned next month so saving this month!!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

You’re doing great! Keep it up!

[@jewelgaither1504]

In a central Missouri Aldi, a dozen eggs are $4.53. I try to keep busy at home with puzzles, crocheting and sewing as entertainment.

[@Nic-du6xe]

I am starting sewing now as well it is do relaxing.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Those are wonderful hobbies

[@simonefeaster5131]

I am in WA state and a dozen eggs are anywhere from $5.29 to over $10…too rich for me! We’ve switched up eggs in the morning and I use egg substitute when baking and cooking to save precious eggs for eating directly. We will continue to adapt and switch up our meal plans to limit the damage of rising prices. Happy New Year, Emmy and Paul!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Good for you for adapting! And happy new year to you too!

[@mothership8032]

Another awesome video, I’m so thankful we have our own chickens they give us enough eggs for us and I haven’t had to buy any yet , I can not believe the prices it makes you think every time you use a egg or real butter how precious they are.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That's amazing! They are a true treasure.

[@Fairyfink]

20:09 As a resident of Worcestershire, UK, well done, Paul, on your perfect pronunciation!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

He does say it well doesn’t he lol