Living happily on one income requires a multi-pronged approach of many strategies, including assessing needs, being an informed consumer, and using things wisely.
Author: Gail McGaffigan
Gail was raised in a traditional, one-income family. She and her family have been living happily on one income since 2004.
How to Make Roasted Pumpkin Seeds: 10 must-have flavors, & FAQ
To roast pumpkin seeds, simply place the cleaned seeds on a large baking sheet, and bake them in a 300 degree oven until the shell is lightly browned and the nut is crunchy.
Where to Get Good Pizza on Cape Cod (a local’s POV)
Had enough clams yet? It’s easy to feel that way after a few days on Olde Cape Cod! Pizza is an economical way to stretch your vacation budget, while keeping your time on The Cape fun. In seven years of living year-round on Cape Cod (with teenagers!), I’ve eaten a lot of pizza. Here is… Continue reading Where to Get Good Pizza on Cape Cod (a local’s POV)
How to Make the 14 Most Asked-for Chocolate Chip Cookies
People never get tired of chocolate chip cookies…but you’d be surprised how often folks search for variations on this beloved treat. Click on the Table of Contents to learn about each variety, and link to it: chewy, pumpkin, peanut butter, oatmeal, eggless, banana, thick, and many more! My Best Chocolate Chip Cookies: buttery and… Continue reading How to Make the 14 Most Asked-for Chocolate Chip Cookies
How Do You Cook and Eat pumpkin?
Pumpkin by the pound is expensive for a Hallowe’en decoration, but it’s a bargain for food. Can pumpkin be cooked and eaten as a vegetable? How to cook fresh pumpkin: wash it, and cut off the top. Scoop out the pulp. Cut into chunks. Place in baking pan and roast at 350° for 1-2 hours. … Continue reading How Do You Cook and Eat pumpkin?
Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream Pie
Here’s something quite different from the typical pumpkin dessert. Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream Pie is perfect for any Autumn meal, because it can be made as far ahead as you like. Click anywhere on the Table of Contents to get right down to business: Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream Pie Recipe: Ingredients 1 pt. vanilla ice… Continue reading Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream Pie
How to Make 4 Great Baked Bean Recipes
Baked beans are simply great. Whether it’s warming up your kitchen on a cold day, or welcoming friends and family, simmering in a Crockpot on the deck, beans are always welcome. Here are 4 easy, money saving bean recipes: traditional Baked, hearty Cowboy Beans, kid-pleasing Pizza Beans, and Beans on Toast for a satisfying lunch. … Continue reading How to Make 4 Great Baked Bean Recipes
Pumpkin Apple Curry Soup Recipe
This Pumpkin Apple Curry Soup Recipe contrasts curry with apple. A touch of potato makes it more hearty.
Raised Pumpkin Yeast Bread (not sweet)
There are plenty of recipes for sweet, cakey pumpkin bread; but did you know that pumpkin makes a beautiful sandwich bread, as well? Raised Pumpkin Bread puffs up with yeast to make a tender loaf, perfect for toast, turkey sandwiches, or PB&J. Click on the Table of Contents, below, to explore this lovely loaf! What… Continue reading Raised Pumpkin Yeast Bread (not sweet)
How to Cook Pinto Beans
Pinto beans give you the most nutritious food for your money… but how to cook them without giving everyone a bellyache? Cooking pinto beans is best done by starting with dried beans. Soak them over night, drain and rinse, and cook them for about an hour on the stove. Then, bag and freeze, or use… Continue reading How to Cook Pinto Beans