Truth Time! 5 Frugal Living Struggles! Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole!

[@maryjones8039]

Yes, you are real and that is why we watch. The other frugal channels showing only perfection of stark white, gray and stainless, with kitchens larger than our whole apartment is not very relatable. I'm sure your channel will continue to flourish because it is uplifting and always so well done. Thanks.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you Mary! I appreciate the encouragement!

[@amandamaple5524]

I agree Mary, hard to relate to people who have a kitchen that takes up almost a whole floor of a house!

[@melindabardwell6511]

I’ll be so glad when gray, uninviting rooms go away.

[@GretchenBostrom]

Amen to this comment. This is why I am binging my way through all of your episodes. I love that you keep it real. I love that you aren’t “perfect” nor try to portray that you are (and really…who is…there’s no such thing). You and Paul are relatable and tell it like it is vs trying to show unrealistic things.

[@nancyvales4513]

@@GretchenBostrom binging here as well!

[@vanessar.morales8499]

You guys are very real which is what keeps me coming back every week. I struggle with buying what I need since COVID. There was a panic in the air that's remained with me. On a positive note: I rarely eat out anymore and saw the savings immediately!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, us too! We rarely eat out too!

[@janfromnycsavesmoney8723]

This channel is my favorite part of Tuesdays " me" time! Just sayin! Lol

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That makes me so happy Jan!! What a compliment! Thank you!

[@janfromnycsavesmoney8723]

@@FrugalMoneySaver So very welcome!

[@flapdoodlecacklberry]

OMG! Dixie! That's the cutest thing ever !!! 😊 Watching your videos for me is the epitome of comfort ! thank you so much for being here! I too am very sensitive to the news so I basically just don't watch it unless it's something I really need to know. I believe there is equally as much good news - if not more good news- going on each day. Thank you for the reminder that prayer (instead of shopping) really helps! 💐💕🌈😊🐦

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Leonna thank you for the positive comment! So glad you enjoy our videos!

[@rubyred8845]

Love your warmth and honesty Emmy & Paul. Dixie is so cute.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so much Ruby! Appreciate you!

[@ireneroy8820]

I use the plastic sheet bag for exactly the same thing! I pray a lot! 🙏🏼🙏🏼✝️ My husband is the same, to him he never needs anything, french fries 🍟 LOL my husband loves French fries!!

[@glendagonzalez2469]

Oh my gosh, me too. I thought I was the only one. 😜

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Prayer is such a must in our daily lives for sure Irene!

[@susanrobinson408]

I have leftover ham and chicken that I have been moving around the freezer because I wasn't using it. WOW!! Now I'll make this!!!

[@richardschmidt2430]

So glad to hear that this is "real" ... nice channel! :) Blessings from Dawn @ Rich & Dawn in MN :)

[@clairekuchel-klassen7103]

Thank you, Emmie & Paul, for your wonderful nature scene introduction. It was priceless in a frugal world. I thoroughly appreciated the complement of the video, too

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

So kind of you to say!

[@timgaretson238]

Paul is my soul mate! Meat and Potatoes and Hate spending money on anything (needed or especially unneeded). Soldier on Paul!! Bless you Both!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

LOL!! Go Tim!! Thanks so much!! God bless you as well!!

[@marie-lynn5767]

Dining out gives you a rest from cooking 💖

[@cruisepuppy]

Emmy - I can so relate to how you feel about the news. I can hardly bear to watch it these days - and actually I don't. But recently, God gave me this verse found in Isaiah 41.10 "Fear not, for I am with you. Do not look anxiously about you, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, surely I will help you. Surely, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." That has been such a comfort to me in these crazy times we are living in! BTW - That chicken cordon blue casserole looks DELICIOUS and I absolutely LOVE the casserole dish you baked it in! I'm frugal, but I think I'd HAVE to buy it if I found one like it someplace - cutest baking dish I've ever seen!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Love that verse! I have turned to it many times! Thank you!

[@joannahalford5672]

I want Dixie hugs she’s soooo sweet ❤

[@zazicool6275]

So genuine. Best thing is you have each other to help keep it real. 💞

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Always! Thanks so much Zazi!!

[@robinlacey9273]

Thanks for being transparent. my husband and I struggle with a couple of the very same things 😊

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Robin, thanks for watching!

[@katiehorn7138]

Dixie has the prettiest eyes!!! And I will absolutely be making that casserole.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Dixie says thank you!

[@pattymoyers7771]

Dixie is so cute. 😂 My dog does the same thing to my bed. This recipe looks easy and delicious. Thank you for spending the time to share it.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you for watching Patty!

[@GretchenBostrom]

Ooh definitely want to try the chicken cordon bleu bake. Yum!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Hope you like it!

[@Janey234]

This recipe is going on the menu after Easter!!! Love it uses low sodium swiss with the salty ham.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Glad the video was helpful Janey!

[@WilletteB]

How sweet is that Dixie Belle? Seems they enjoy being on or in our bed. Our fur babies are like our kids. We love them and they bring so much joy to our lives! My little girl is a little under the weather right now from an episode of allergies. She will be better, but I have hated to see her so miserable. We had a visit with her Vet today, and she confirmed what I was thinking. Allergy meds and reassuring words from our trusted doc, and all should improve in a few days. 🐶 🐕 Great video. Thanks for keeping it real. You encourage me and I think about the frugal education I'm getting from the few channels I try to support. My spending has been so much better, but there is always room for improvement. I find frugal cooking a joy and I just never know what a bunch of leftovers will become. Thanks for sharing your recipe. ((Hugs))🤗🤗

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Willette, DixieBell had seasonal allergies too! We took her to the vet as well. She's doing better as I hope your fur baby is too! Thanks so much for the kind words! Hugs right back!

[@kathrynnielson5689]

I totally use the plastic that sheets come in. It's basically a free travel cube!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Kathryn exactly! Such a neat freebie lol! Thanks!

[@barbarabartelme5809]

I never knew what to buy and how much after my grocer husband passed. I made this list and it helped. I do triple batch on Sunday (Sun & Mon Dinner, Tue Lunch) and plan a week of dinners on google calendar for the year. My list is beef, beans, chicken, dairy, fish, lamb, pork, eggs, seafood and turkey. Ten items repeat five times per year allowing for sales & frugal buys of higher cost, plus I have saved a bundle and really enjoyed my special dinners. I KNOW EXACTLY HOW MUCH I HAVE PLANNED. I can see ahead for cost and know exactly how much to buy. My weekly dinner calendar is Sun & Mon - Weekly main, Tue Tacos or Takeout, Wed Chicken, Thursday Ethnic like Asian or Italian, Fri is fish or Pizza and Sat is Burger or Steak. My plan is a tool and it works for me.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you for sharing Barbara! It does sound like it works for you! Great job!

[@rochellethundercloud346]

Totally relate .my mom was this way with back to school sales.it was 30 notebooks for $3. So mom got 30,and each of us still at home,which was 8 of us,got 30 notebooks.multiple times,from multiple stores.no family,not even mine with 23 kids,honestly needed that many notebooks.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I totally understand Rochelle!

[@s.torres242]

I have always been bad about stock piling groceries when they are on sale, then months later they end up expired. I grew up hearing we weren't going to have enough food for the winter and I guess I still have that inside (farm family living off the land). It's something I'm trying to shift.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That's hard I understand. I think we all have that fear of "what if..." Hope the video was helpful!

[@PigletdawgcaseJordan-e9m]

When our kids are off at college to satisfy our desire to go out, we will just go out for ice cream either before or after dinner. We don’t spend as much as we would have on dinner but feel we have still gone out.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Great way to do it!

[@pigletsbank437]

That's the sound as bubbly delicious 🤤😋😃 I never used the lemonjuice in a ragout blanc. Made it last week with leftover chicken will try it sometime with lemon juice🍋. 😃

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

It was very good!

[@rita3604]

We are both working to lose weight. We had almost stopped eating out. Could not find good food anywhere. Last evening we found a place that had great sandwiches, slaw, and fries for 15.00 for two. We will be eating there from time to time. 😀

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Oh my gosh! $15 for two people. That is incredible! Enjoy!

[@nicidevine6670]

Blessings to you and your family !!!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yours as well Nici!

[@lisamanser4448]

I have some of the same struggles as you with the DIY and negative news and I also struggle like Paul with eating out. You are my favorite channel and it brings me joy when I see you post. I always find a smile on my face during them. Keep up the great work!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Lisa that is so kind of you to say! Thanks so much!

[@SissyKay]

I stopped watching the 24/7 news shows several months ago and I changed to only basic tv channels so I don't even get those channels anymore. I would react like you. So much more peaceful life without those news channels. I was raised on meat, potatoes and vegetables too. I don't remember my mother ever cooking any pasta dish. Only goulash once in awhile which was macaroni with the grd bf and tomatoes. Now I eat the same but also make pasta dishes too. That's good Paul can do a lot himself without paying someone else. I would have gotten 2 sets of those sheets too, after first thinking wow...I'm going to get $60 worth of those since one was originally $60. haha I would think insane about it first though. lol Yum chicken Cordon Bleu. Dixie.....haha gotta love her!!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, I could do without the news totally lol! Paul said he would have pasta every once in a while but it was "American spaghetti" whatever that was lol! Be well Sis! Thanks as always!

[@sue8319]

I prepared a modified version of this. Yum thank you Waving to you from Michigan

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Waving back!!

[@saraeclipse]

I can relate on the "comfort" shopping and eating out. I truly enjoy eating out but I hate spending the money on it. I have reigned those habits in and haven't been doing either - only eating out on a special occasion once in a great while. It isn't easy but I keep my goals in mind when I get urges. Your channel has helped me so much with this as well! Thank you! Watching your videos feels like I'm getting advice from beloved family members!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, that’s exactly what we’re trying to do Sara!! Thanks so much for watching!

[@lindawilson8434]

All Winter we do not go out to eat but come summer it goes out the window All our favorite local fish shacks open up so it is lobster rolls,clam cakes, and friedclams Yup it is our treat and we don't feel guilty

[@murlenecrowley1283]

I love quilts. In Georgia, we can use quilts year round. It was a struggle for me to only purchase 2 quilts. I love the 2 quilts I bought.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Wonderful you found two quilts you love Murlene!

[@amandamaple5524]

I have to say Emmy, this is the probably one of the best videos you have ever done. It really spoke to me and I realized through your commentary and other comments is that the stores DO want you to feel insecure... it is a marketing tactic... I always kind of have known that but, verbalizing really helps. I am the completely same as you. I buy because it "is a good deal, you wont ever find this again!" But really ?come on people it is still always there... even in a pandemic!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

You got that right Amanda! So glad the video was helpful! Thank you for watching!

[@larrybair2029]

I adore & love you & your wonderful videos !

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you so much Larry! So happy you are here with us!

[@sue8319]

So informative, my weakness too linens…..you removed your rings in preparing your dish so sanitary…….Waving to you from Michigan

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you so much 🙂

[@debragoodrich4569]

I just love watching your videos.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Debra thank you so much! That is so kind of you!

[@susanwebster9218]

Loved this one! You guys are so cute together!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks Susan!

[@catinacheatwood3084]

Aww how sweet Dixie Belle♡ I'm fixing this meal tomorrow night Thank you so much

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Hope you enjoy Catina! Thanks for watching!

[@CharlesAvilaMeasInst]

It’s SO easy to give into consumerism and just buy, buy, buy. Sigh. I totally get where you’re coming from and I have to limit my outings to stores and shopping malls. I am very grateful that my husband and I are on the same page as far as eating out: 99.9% of the time we eat at home and both feel that we can make just as tasty food but tailored to our dietary needs and enjoy it more for a fraction of the cost. We are not perfect either and have our struggles...which I fight by not visiting stores in person, LOL

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks for sharing! Yes, each person's journey is so personal yet we are all similar if that makes sense lol!

[@barbnauman705]

That sweet ball of fur!!😘😘 My Diva dog did the same thing on my bed! She scratch around until she had the sheet and blankets “ just so”, and curl up for a long nap. I think they’re “nesting”- a behavior carried over from when her ancestors lived in the wild and dug in leaves, twigs, etc to build themselves a bed. Come to think of it, i kinda do the same thing! I have to plump my pillow just so, and get the covers just the way i want them tucked under my neck. It takes me a while to get Comfy, so Dixie, i get it!!😂😂 Re: dining out- going out for dinner can be more than just about the food. It’s a break from the home routine, and we pay for the ambience, the sounds, the waiter, and to be out with other people. We need to do that!! Tell Paul not to feel guilty about what it costs! The Mental health break is worth every Penny, so enjoy!!❤️🎉👍

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Love how you explained dining out! Thank you! Makes total sense!

[@wendycrim4888]

I totally understand the news part! Buying kitchen stuff or household stuff makes me happy and feel secure and current events don’t really get to my husband as much. Stay positive! I work on that too!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes! Thank you Wendy!

[@jonnaborosky8836]

Iris is my favorite flower! What a beautiful yard you have! Even if you don't do everything, you do A LOT! Thanks for sharing what you do. Love you, too! ❤

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you so much Jonna! That is so kind of you to say!!

[@jonnaborosky8836]

@@FrugalMoneySaver 😊

[@bex438]

Dixie is sorry not sorry about making herself comfy on your bed 🤣🥰🐶

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

LOL Bex!! She’s a snuggler!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

I shall make this. I’ll use a baguette and put it in the food processor to make bread crumbs. Thanks for the recipe.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Great idea! Thank so much!

[@rochellethundercloud346]

Hubby and i are like this.i check multiple places for what i want to get the best value possible

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

So smart Rochelle!

[@debradavid929]

Love your cooking, and Dixie.... lol, I so get it, I have a super needy, and older rescue dog..... only with us just shy of 5 months.....

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Oh Debra how wonderful!! Thank you for rescuing!! Dixie is only four and we were super fortunate to rescue her at 3 months from a kill shelter!

[@kakelinga]

That looked scrumptious. I'm like Paul, even if I really want something, I have a hard time justifying spending money on things I want.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, except eating out and then he regrets it LOL! Thanks for watching!

[@carolyneastman6095]

Oh, that Dixie 😂😂😂 love it! I’m more like you, my hubster is more like Paul.....thanks for sharing that yummy recipe!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

You are so welcome Carolyn! Thanks for being here!

[@CharlesAvilaMeasInst]

Thanks for the virtual hug!! Right back atcha!!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

🤗 Thank you!!

[@calliefromcanada5898]

Thank you for your honesty and sharing an amazing recipe! Somehow pups always seems to find a way to maximum comfort...and some even like to redecorate. Thanks for the chuckle.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

You are so welcome Callie! Appreciate you watching!

[@alicephillips841]

Wonderful episode! Your thinking through process reminds me of some of the same things we discuss in our TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) meetings. So much of our success, whether trying to live a frugal life, trying to lose weight, exercise, embrace positivity, etc., depends on our self talk. Thanks for keeping it real.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

You are so welcome Alice! Thanks so much for watching and being here!

[@Kimberly-yx3gn]

Hi Emmy and Paul. The casserole looks yummy. I know what you mean about the news. We even have trouble watching the weather. We live in California and surprise, we are in a drought. (Like every other year). The weatherman is such a gloomy Gus. With head down talking about the high temperatures, wind and severe drought. No news is comforting to watch. Take care and thank you for sharing.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you for watching Kimberly! Yes, the news can be so discouraging.

[@marynienhouse6143]

Emmy, thank you and Paul for your real ness. Even Dixie is keeping it real! Love your channel. You help keep me motivated on this frugal journey

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

So happy to hear that Mary! Thanks so much!

[@kimbvr]

This recipe looks so yummy! I will be adding it to my list of recipes to make! I too struggle with not wanting to buy more than I really need when there's a great sale! And, oh my goodness, Dixie,,, that face though,,, so sweet! Sending virtual hugs back at ya! Blessings to you, Paul & sweet Dixie!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so much Kim!! Yes, Dixie is so sweet for sure!

[@fourtyplus4512]

So relatable! Love the video, your honesty and enthousiasm 😍😍😍 Love as always from Mariska, Belgium xxx

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you so much Mariska!!

[@joyceward5477]

I actually use flannel sheets all year round. In the winter they keep you warm with the comforter on top, but in the summer without a blanket its like a light weight blanket. I find I don't need seasonal sheets. I also struggle when I find something on a great sale. Ooh, I need to buy several in case I can't ever get it again. Especially if it is something that is hard to find in the first place. The only cure is to stop, take a breath and think. I've gotten much better at controlling myself.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Great tips Joyce! Thanks so much!

[@gail2297]

New subscriber here. Your channel is so uplifting 😊

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yay! Thank you Gail! Welcome! So happy you found us!

[@sherlynpatterson4304]

A fancy order in meals from a company like Freshly is a frugal option to fancy restaurants. It's about 1/3 the cost and another reason to use the special China. The chickrn Tika Masala, Pork Asian Red Rice and the Pepper steak and the Cherry Glazed Pork chops are good options. If you choose the Pepper steak you may want to add a small amount of extra mashed potatoes or a baked potato. The sauce on the pepper steak has a lot of black pepper corns .

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That's a fun idea! Thanks for sharing Sherlyn!

[@bernieozzie7480]

Love the honesty, it resonates to me as I just went through the same sheet dilemma. As an aside, I like to grow pineapple plants. I was eyeing your pineapple on the fruit stand. Have you tried to grow one using the top? So easy and even if you don't get a fruit it is an interesting house plant which will like a sunny spot. Cheers

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Bernie we are definitely going to plant the pineapple top!! Thank you so much for all your support!

[@MichelleL22]

Oh my goodness, that was an ah ha moment for me! I started noticing a trend when I was "filled in" on the happenings of the world or came across the news (I don't look up news nor do social media like IG or FB) I would find myself on amazon looking at things for the house. Like you said, weird things like washcloths or towels!! I didn't occur to me what I was doing til you said it!!! Thank goodness I tend to put everything on my wish list first so I don't immediately order, but I have picked up a couple more items then normal lately! Thanks for connecting the dots for me! I also have gotten away from menu planning lately, which is odd for me but with lockdown and everyone home all day, I am finding myself stuck in a rut with cooking because I have been off my normal routine. Now, that we are getting back to "normal" (ish!) I started planning again. It saves me lots of money and puts way more creativity in my meals! At one point, my son was wanting roasted potato and grilled chicken 4 days a week...it killed my motavation!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes the meal planning helps so much! I can see such a difference in our meals when I plan ahead! Thanks so much for watching Michelle!

[@MsCroatianCanuck]

I think Dixie needs one of them sheet sets....I can relate to the negative news not comfortable with it so I switch on some music , plus I start every morning with mass online and it sets the tone.❤stay blessed and safe😇

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

What a perfect way to start the day Hilda! Thank you!

[@francismacdonald4569]

I know this is an older episode but I really enjoyed it! You are so worth letting the commercials play through❤️ Debby

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Debby thank you! So very kind of you!!

[@janetrichardson2644]

Another tip is to use the larger zippered bags from bedding sets and larger items as under the bed storage for out of season clothes, shoes and similar items. I also use the cardboard with the picture of the item and flip it over and write what is in the bag. This works out well and and the zippered bags also have handles.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you so much Janet! Great idea to use the paper to write on!

[@ireneroy8820]

I use those sheet plastic bag for the same exact thing

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes! So practical Irene!

[@CentsibleLivingWithMoneyMom]

I struggle with wanting to buy candles. This was a fun video.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so much Dawn!

[@sandraschellhase8732]

Such great comments and reinforcement. Appreciate your addressing these topics. The staying in your "happy place" truly resonated with me. So much negativity and noise out there. Like Paul, it can just roll off my husband but not me. Have eliminated watching the night news. Will be going back to this in order to stay on track.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sandra so happy the video was helpful! Thank you for watching!

[@adelaide9764]

Dixie Bell is a cutie pie face. Ha ha, I have the same quilt from Kohl's on my bed!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Lisa we love that quilt! LOL! Thanks for watching!

[@karenschutte2856]

Hi Emmy and Paul. I think Dixiebelle is related to Biscuit Bridgett. We have covers over both recliners in the tv room. Can usually find Biscuit under one of these coverings most days. Dixie is so cute. 💜

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Lol!! Love that Karen! Thanks for watching!

[@gregorywagner3713]

Miss DixieBelle 🥰😍😘 She is adorable. Thanks for the tips. That casserole looks delicious. ❤🌵

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

You are so welcome Gregory! Dixie sends love as usual!!

[@teebirds7152]

Enjoyed the visit ;)

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you so much!

[@hello-vs4me]

Love 💘your videos thanks 💘 God bless you and your family 👪🙏❤💕😊

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so much Ruby! God bless you and yours!

[@stepha.7658]

I’m back to ads. I cancelled our KZbin premium. Those small expenses do add up. You’re my fav KZbinr. Well you and Paul and Dixie belle. 😍 thanks for sharing

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

You're the best Stephanie! What a kind thing to say! Thank you!

[@agodlyhome]

Loved this video! My dog has been doing that to my bed after I make it. Only she goes under head first and really balls the blankets up. My husband comes home from work and thinks I didn't make the bed lol. We have had many laughs over that. Your casserole looked fabulous!!! I would have served it with a baked potato. In Maine its all about the potato!!! My 18 year old son and I picked up and installed our exterior kitchen door alone. What a job! It turned out nice but we had an awful time to get it the way we wanted it!! I actually did a little video on my channel showing the project.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

WOW! Good for you doing the door! That's wonderful! Thanks for watching!

[@kimmyers7583]

Great video!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so much Kim!

[@maryriggs8945]

Another great video. I struggle with buying kitchen gadgets. I'm getting better. Loved seeing Dixie Belle.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so much Mary! Appreciate you watching!

[@---Joy---]

Your Japanese Irises are spectacular!! And that cheese sauce looks scrumptious! Stay well & well blessed Emmy & Paul. 🌼

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you! You too Joy! Always appreciate your comments!

[@vstrut4752]

Hello! New subscriber here from CA.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Welcome!! So happy to have you here Valerie! Thank you!

[@glendagonzalez2469]

You had dissapeared from my feed. I'm glad I found this video. I love your content.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

So glad you found us again Glenda! Thank you!!

[@BeerBikes]

I don't know what it is but that chicken cordon blue looks amazing! Simple and delicious. You guys are amazing, you guys compliment each other. Paul is awesome at those DIY's, saves tons of money.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you so much 🤗 BB&B! What a really kind comment! It's appreciated!!

[@julieharding967]

Hello Emmy and Paul not forgetting Dixie x Role reversal here David loves to spend where's I'm the one who is more frugal!! Blessing from aberlady East Lothian Scotland x

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I think we are really both very frugal. Paul just hides his wants better LOL!

[@Michelle-bw1xg]

I love You Tube videos that keep it real!!! Thx!! I like to have extra TP on hand. I should make an emergency kit with some food/water too. I am behind on non-food spending on basics I really need, but ordered air filters and will go out clothes shopping soon (always seems a chore, I don't like buying them online, down to barely anything). Blessings all!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks for sharing Michelle! Appreciate the input!

[@jackieburnett6881]

I did not think I would like that meal but I changed my mind and definitely going to make it! Dixie was precious! That was sooo cute. We gotta love our fur babies!!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Oh yes our fur babies are our joy for sure! Thanks so much for watching Jackie!

[@carolynm9798]

I am so with you on the « news. ». Michael is like Paul. My coping is overspending or overeating. I can’t listen like he can. I avoid it generally, also I play music, journal, do self care when I get anxious.

[@classifiedinformation4376]

Your hair is beautiful!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you so much 😀

[@jackien4959]

Lol, she was just getting comfy :) I loved the look she gave you, haha

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes! Thank you! She is the boss!

[@Jmal1090]

Thank you so much for these videos and for your tips and tricks, Emmy! I just found your channel yesterday and have been watching as much as I can! My husband and I struggle with eating out, and it's mostly been fast food. We recently had a conversation and agreed to cut it out and leave the food outings to special occasions. We have a lot of financial goals, including being homeowners (possibly bought in cash!), so frugality is crucial now and even for the rest of our lives. I love saving money, look for deals, try to repurpose and reuse things, and am even looking into self-sufficiency. I do struggle with panic shopping/nesting as well, but I try my best to be aware of it as it happens. I often don't make a purchase unless what I'm getting is going to benefit the family and not just myself.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

So happy you found us Jemi!! Thank you so much for being here and watching!

[@catgodfrey6451]

Great video. I stopped a bad habit for me. I was checking my phone the second I woke up news, email, etc.. No more meditate, feed pets, eat breakfast than ck phone. I've pretty much cut spending on shopping, but eating out is harder for me. Sweet Dixie so cute. Hope to see the pasta dish next 😀

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Cat that is such a great idea! I tend to check my phone first thing in the morning as well...may need to rethink that! Thank you!

[@cathyholcombe4674]

I use the bags that sheets, comforters and blankets come in and use extra large (comforter size) to store my seasonal linens, pillows and throws and the smallers ones, I use for craft supplies. I can only take so much of the news. My anxiety level goes through the roof. I'm going to try your cordon bleu recipe. I did not know that lemons could be frozen? What about oranges?

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes!

[@SaoirsenahÉireann1]

Just a thought...we here in Ireland love beef, especially roast beef. As you know it's really expensive, and eating at a restaurant has gone sky high. So we compromise...get the housekeeper cut of beef...its so cheap, and into the crock pot. Give it about 8 to 10 hours. I often pop it on if I'm nipping to the toilet during the night. The beef turns out like butter, just delicious. We have absolutely given up on eating out after years of having it good, due to an illness, I had to review everything on an extremely small pension. In saying that, I run a tight ship, short of nothing, all Bill's paid immediately. Try the beef in the crock pot, tray of roast potatoes, fresh veggie, stuffing etc and gravy. Paul wont want his roast beef kick anywhere else...

[@SaoirsenahÉireann1]

Also put a cup of water in the crock pot to avoid burning, plus add seasoning..mouth watering

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds wonderful but what is a housekeeper cut of beef?

[@michiemca]

Dixie is so adorable.. she knows you love her.. i love animals. My husband and i found that when we have gone out... 2 times since Jan. I am disabled and he is a heart patient so our budget is tight and we can't always cook. i try to keep things in the fridge that we can have right away... lettuce for salads.. cut up veggies and fruit. etc. but every now and then.. we run out. since i know how much we would spend here in washington state when we went to mcdonalds. in our area... 2 cheeseburgers and 2 medium fries.. no drink was 13. 87. i was shocked. we took our niece and her hubby and child to taco bell 37.00 and something cents . again i was shocked. we found we can go to safeway and find 2 steaks for around 13 dollars if we look really well. . pat goes to safeway deli for fried chicken .. less than 8 dollars.. walmart deli has corndogs for less than a dollar a piece. so that is where we go to go out. decent prices.. and our safeway has rotissarie chicken on sale once a month for 6.99.. when my freezer is low... we will get 2 or 3.. portion them out .. i use those for a lot of things.. even taco meat. another favorite is to keep a container of chicken breasts cut up and season with our favorite seasonings.. we can make a quick chicken salad. we also grate cheese every other week to use in recipes... another favorite when we are in need of something fast.. 1 tortilla.. i spray pam on one side.. put the spray side down.. and cook till golden. than we flip it and i put in the cheese, chunked up chicken and taco sauce.. fold in half. and then when it is heated you have a great little meal. i put spinach leaves and or lettuce depending on what we have.. to stretch it for company.. i use black beans and or lentils. no one goes away hungry. everyone is very full.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Some really great tips and ideas Michelle! Thanks so much for taking the time to share!

[@wandahall4435]

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[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Wand much love back to you and Ritzi !!

[@tugboatgirl1296]

Thank you for another awesome video! ❤️ I struggle, also with not overbuying when something is on sale. 😂 Loved that you always share "weakness" points you have.... ❤️

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, Sheryl To admit to 1,000's we are not perfect is humbling to say the least LOL!!

[@tugboatgirl1296]

@@FrugalMoneySaver Naw...just being honest. Sometimes on social media people believe what they see and that others' show perfection....like you always say...."we keep it real".....that's why you gained so many subscribers. ❤️

[@deborahlewis3954]

Love Dixie!

[@rebeccahildred6647]

I was the same...i had a favourite bedding company that has sadly gone out of business. When they were closing down i bought 4 sets of their super kingsize sheet sets as they were reduced from £85-95 a set down to £25! I wish i had got more tbh, but i felt 4 sets would last us many years.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Exactly Rebecca! I stopped at 2 but I am sure like you said that will last us a while! Thank you!

[@francinehogsett3065]

Great video as usual 😊❤️Tuesday’s and fridays are my happy days

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

YAY!! Thanks so very much Francine! Ours too!

[@edgrossman8929]

How do you plant the pineapple top. Any special steps

[@paulamccarthy2177]

Haha great tips and what a cute dog 🐶

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you Paula! 😊

[@eileenpalumbo6578]

Can't wait to try this dish! Thanks for sharing and God bless.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you Eileen so much! Hope you enjoy! God bless you too!

[@SissyKay]

omg that cute Dixie face!! "Mommy I was just fluffin' up a comfy place for my nap!" Dixie reminds me of my black dog, Ebony, I had growing up.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Isn't she the sweetest! She is our heart for sure!