The holidays are approaching. Do you have friends and family that like to throw parties? Here is a gift guide for the Party Host with 10 Christmas and Hanukkah gift ideas. Thanks A Frugal Home See all of my Holiday Gift Guides at the end of this post + stay tuned for more guides to be posted…
Best French Bread Recipe Are you looking for the perfect homemade french bread recipe? Here it is. This delicious french bread recipe has only 5 ingredients. It does not require much kneading and it has no preservatives. This recipe is so quick and easy that our 4-year-old helps make it. Perfect Side to Bring To…
We all know it’s important to save money. But how do you do that when inflation is up, mortgage rates have increased, and rents are rising? Oh, and don’t forget – extra spending is coming with the holidays around the corner. Yet even in tough times, there are strategies to help build savings fast. How…
Here is a recipe for Kiss Cookies using Hershey’s kisses. These cookies are a timeless classic. While they are a favorite during the Christmas season, one of the best things about this recipe is how versatile it is. Kiss Cookies with Peanut Butter I love to make desserts any chance I can get. Backyard BBQ-…
With the kids back in school and colder weather upon us, the end of summer can make it tough to stick to your usual fitness habits. Use that cool, crisp air for breathing new life into your ordinary, or missing fitness routine. You don’t need to be in shape to get started, but you have…
Halloween can be a terrifying time for parents. The sheer amount of candy that kids receive is enough to make most parents shiver. More kids equal more candy, which equals a more frightening situation. It is estimated that Americans will spend more than $3 billion on candy this Halloween. It’s also estimated that each child will eat…
Pennsylvania produces over 400 million pounds of mushrooms annually and is a timeless industrial hotspot for coal and railroads. But, if you find yourself traveling to Pennsylvania for a family excursion and you don’t feel like forcing the kids to try mushrooms or explore railroad museums, the 33rd largest state in the US hosts plenty…
You don’t have to give up classic comfort food just because you are gluten-free. This Gluten Free Corn Casserole is a simple side dish that will be a hit on your Thanksgiving or Christmas table and no one will know it’s gluten-free. I’ve known for a while now that I had to test a gluten-free…
Once upon a time, back in the 1990s, it wasn’t frowned upon when parents let kids lick the beaters from the handheld mixer whenever a cake was baked or cookie dough was prepared. Then came all the worries about raw eggs and how they could (okay probably very likely) make you sick because of Salmonella….
Disney World is more expensive than ever. The cost of a single-day admittance ticket during the Magic Kingdom’s debut in 1971 was just $3.50. Now, depending on the day you want to visit, a one-day ticket to a single Disney World park might cost anywhere between $109 and $159. A family vacation to Walt Disney…
We all love both food and money, but food can cost a lot of money, and money is something we need to keep a tight rein on. While keeping food costs in check can be tricky sometimes, traveling can be even more complicated. It can be tempting to eat out at restaurants as it is an important…
Many wait for the winter season and holidays to relax and rejuvenate. The winter season is filled with events like Christmas, New year, Hanukkah, and Kwanza. These festivities and holidays are a much-awaited time for people everywhere to enjoy and relax with their children and families. Now that the season is approaching, it’s time to…
In 2022 Amazon will hold two Prime Day sales events in the same year for the first time. The Prime Early Access Sale, a new two-day event, will be your next chance to save money on items including electronics, apparel, footwear, home essentials, and even early holiday gifts. Here are a few things to know…
Rosh Hashanah is approaching. It’s time to start thinking about Rosh Hashanah activities for kids. There are also great materials to teach your kids about Rosh Hashanah. What are the main themes of Rosh Hashanah? Rosh Hashanah celebrates the creations of the Earth and marks the beginning of the days of awe which culminates with Yom…
When travel was limited, I wanted bring a little bit of Italy into your kitchen. I perfected this simple, quick and easy Bruschetta recipe that makes you feel like you’re on an Italian vacation. Do you ever look around your kitchen and see a Hodge podge of ingredients and think to yourself, ‘now what am…