Top 5 Pinterest Pins from July 2020

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August 5, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

Save and enjoy the top pins on Pinterest for the month of July 2020. Make sure you are following Frugal Coupon Living on Pinterest!

Top 5 Pinterest Pins from July 2020

I am sorry you all, I must admit that May and June of 2020 got to me. Wasn’t every day in 2020 just like another Groundhog Day?

Below are some of our top trending pins on Pinterest. I encourage you to pin them for later to your favorite Pinterest boards and make sure you are following Frugal Coupon Living on Pinterest!

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Backyard Landscaping Ideas. Turn your home lawn into a relaxing oasis. These backyard landscaping ideas are with a budget in mind. Pin this idea to Pinterest.

Beach Tips and Tricks. Headed to the beach. Enjoy these hacks and tips for your next beach vacation. Also see our Beach Life Hacks. Pin this idea to Pinterest.

High Protein Quick & Easy Breakfast Ideas. Want something filling for breakfast that is full of protein. Take a look at these quick and easy breakfast ideas. Pin this idea to Pinterest.

First Day of School Traditions & Ideas. Headed back to a virtual school year or one in person? These memorial first day of school traditions are perfect for preschool to year 12. Pin this idea to Pinterest.

Backyard Movie Night Ideas. Movies closed? Enjoy these backyard movie ideas for bringing the cinema to your own outdoor oasis. Pin this idea to Pinterest.

WHAT’S TRENDING? Looking for a few engaging activities? Grab Minute to Win it Games – Traditional, Holiday, Group, and more! Use these fun activities in the office, classroom, or at your next birthday party.

Cauliflower Healthy Recipes

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August 12, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, Facebook, Home Improvement, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

Want to lighten up your favorite family recipes? These low-carb Cauliflower Healthy Recipes will change the way you cook. Best of all, your family might not even realize they contain hidden veggies. Cauliflower recipes ideas for appetizers, soups, sides, and main dishes.

Cauliflower Healthy Recipes

If you’ve been watching calories or carbs or you’ve just been trying to eat a little healthier, you’ve probably heard people touting the versatility of cauliflower. But when you stare at that white orb of florets, you may be feeling rather uninspired. If that’s the case, you’re going to love this list of easy, tasty, and crave-worthy cauliflower recipes. No tasteless dishes allowed!

From yummy cauliflower-based snacks and appetizers to main dishes and sides, you’re sure to find a veggie-packed recipe that everyone in your family will love.

Cauliflower Snack and Appetizer Recipes

Hosting a get-together but don’t want to fall off the wagon with your eating plan? These delicious recipes are amazing health-conscious snacks and appetizers that’ll make people say, “I can’t believe this is cauliflower!”

Looking for a guilt-free snack with a kick of flavor? Try our Skinny Buffalo Cauliflower Bites. You can prep and bake them in under 30 minutes, so you should definitely keep a head of cauliflower and bottle of hot sauce on hand at all times, just in case you need something flavorful to munch on. Optional: serve with blue cheese or ranch. | Frugal Coupon Living

Kid-friendly and healthy, these Cauliflower Tots are a sneaky way to get your kids to eat more veggies. They make terrific appetizers for get-togethers with friends, too. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces for tater tots, such as ketchup, spicy mayo, or creamy mustard dipping sauces. | To Simply Inspire

When you’re trying to cut carbs, the cravings for crackers and chips can be a real struggle, but no more! These Cauliflower Crackers are crispy, crunchy, dairy-free, sugar-free, gluten-free, and totally healthy. Enjoy them with dips, spreads, in soups, or just as an everyday snack. | Healthy Taste of Life

Cauliflower Parmesan Crisps are another excellent crunchy snack that folks will love regardless of whether they’re watching their carbs or not. They’re made with cauliflower, Parmesan cheese, and a few spices, so they’re simple and budget-friendly. | Will Cook for Smiles

Honey Garlic Cauliflower makes a yummy appetizer, but it’s also incredibly tasty when paired with fried rice to make a complete meal. This recipe isn’t low carb since the cauliflower is breaded and then fried, but you can adjust the flowers for carb-friendlier versions if you’d like.| Flavours Treat

These Cauliflower Fritters with Garlic Dill Aioli are terrific as a snack, brunch, or a side dish. The creamy garlic dill aioli pairs perfectly with the crispy seasoned fritters. | Babaganosh

On a vegan or vegetarian diet? Don’t forget our hidden veggies vegetarian fritters made carrots and zucchini. Your kids will love htem!

This Spicy Vegan Chorizo Queso will be a hit at your next get-together. This cauliflower-based recipe is made entirely of veggies, which totally surprises people who try it. There will be no leftovers when you bring this dip to the party. | Spabettie

Homemade hummus is fantastic! And you’re going to flip when you try this tasty Roasted Red Pepper Cauliflower Hummus. It’s full of rich flavor without excess carbs weighing you down. | Keto Cooking Christian

Cauliflower Main Dish Recipes

Perhaps you’re looking for a full-on meal made with cauliflower that’ll give you the comfort food goodness of potatoes or meat but without all the carbs or fat. You’ll never miss those ingredients in these dishes.

Raise your hand if you love jalapeno poppers! Get all the flavors of them in a creamy, delicious, keto-friendly Jalapeno Popper Cauliflower Mac & Cheese recipe made with cauliflower. It’s so decadent that you’ll never miss the pasta. | Keto Cooking Christian

Skip the takeout. Make your own lighter version at home. This Sticky Sesame Cauliflower is battered, baked, and then smothered in a sticky sauce that’s sweet, spicy, and absolutely scrumptious. | Vegan Huggs

This Cauliflower Scampi with Garlic and White Wine Sauce is a winning weeknight meal that’s ready in less than 30 minutes. This pasta recipe includes cauliflower, plenty of lemon, a yummy white wine sauce and fresh herbs. | Veggie Inspired

Do you want to add more veggies to your diet but also want them smothered in a creamy poblano sauce? If you answered, “Yes!” these Cauliflower Enchiladas are the meal for you. | Foodal

This simple vegetarian meal makes the perfect weeknight dinner for busy folks. The Charred Cauliflower Steaks with Curry Sauce is ready to eat in under 30 minutes and can be cooked in the oven or on the grill. | Peel with Zeal

When the weather gets colder, you’re going to love this Instant Pot Cauliflower Soup. Topped with Parmesan croutons, crumbled bacon, green onions, and sun-dried tomato oil, the flavor combination is out of this world. | The Inspiration Edit

Cook a meal in practically no time—only 25 minutes, in fact. This Sausage Pepper Cauliflower Rice Skillet is super tasty and incredibly easy. If you miss rice, learning how to make delicious cauliflower rice skillets like this one can save your sanity (and your diet)! | Low Carb Africa

Shepherd’s pie is classic comfort food, but the piles of mashed potatoes on top don’t do you any favors if you’re trying to cut carbs. This Mashed Cauliflower Shepherd’s Pie recipe, however, is a low-carber’s dream food. The ground beef mixture is topped with a creamy, cheesy cauliflower mash that’s so good you won’t crave those potatoes at all. | Home Cooking Memories

I have to admit—when I began my search for cauliflower recipes, I didn’t think I’d find a breakfast dish. I was pleasantly surprised, however, to come across these Cauliflower and Sweet Potato Breakfast Muffins. Since muffins are usually quite carb-heavy, these seem like a tasty and sensible swap. | Mom Skoop

Cauliflower Tikka Masala is a budget-friendly meal that’s packed with bold, savory flavors. Families who enjoy spicy food are going to love this dish. Roasting the cauliflower gives it maximum flavor before it’s coated in the delicious sauce. | Vegan Huggs

Everyone in the family will devour this Keto Pizza Cauliflower Casserole. It tastes just like a regular pizza, but you can feel good about getting in lots of good-for-you cauliflower for kids who may be rather picky about their veggies. | Home Made Lovely

This Creamy Cauliflower Curry is another quick weeknight meal option that’s perfect for busy evenings. Pair it with steamed basmati rice or some naan bread.| Fun Food Frolic

Cauliflower Side Dish Recipes

These cauliflower recipes include salads and sides that’ll help you round out your favorite meals.

Make tacos and wraps a little healthier by making Cauliflower Tortillas. Not only are they great for taco filling and other meats, but the tortillas make a tasty base for pizza toppings, as well.| Low Carb Yum

Anyone who’s doing keto, low carb, or just looking for healthier, lower-cal, lower-carb options for potatoes should have a recipe for Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes in their arsenal. It’s a dinnertime staple! | The Salty Pot

You could also try this recipe for Crock-Pot Mashed Cauliflower. It’s loaded with sour cream, cheddar cheese, bacon, and green onions. | Tammilee Tips

If you want to serve a show-stopping side, try this Garlic and Smoked Paprika Whole Roasted Cauliflower recipe. It is packed with flavor, crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside. It’s perfect for the holidays or any time of year when you want to make an impressive side dish. | Veggie Desserts

How beautiful is this Roasted Purple Cauliflower Salad? White and purple cauliflower florets are roasted on a sheet pan along with broccoli, oil, and spices, and then tossed together in a delicious salad with a refreshing lemon-garlic salad dressing. | Little Sunny Kitchen

Sometimes, comfort cooking is where it’s at, but you may want the comfort food without all the carbs. Here’s where this Loaded Keto Cauliflower Casserole with Broccoli and Cheese comes in. It’s hearty, packed with veggies, and super creamy and cheesy. Use these metric conversion charts if you don’t have a food scale to measure out the ingredients. | Here to Cook

It’s a healthier twist on a Middle Eastern favorite. This Cauliflower Rice Tabbouleh is low-carb and grain-free, making it a healthy, clean salad that everyone can enjoy. It’s a wonderful year-round salad because the ingredients are always available. The dressing is simple and made with just lemon juice, olive oil, and salt and pepper. | The View from Great Island

When Thanksgiving and Christmas come around, you may be missing the traditional stuffing to go along with your turkey if you’re low-carbing. But this Low Carb Riced Cauliflower Stuffing is going to make you feel like you’re not skimping out at all. It’s full of the flavors of traditional stuffing, but without the bread.| Flavor the Moments (see our Gluten Free Thanksgiving Ideas too!)

This Loaded Cauliflower Salad will be your new favorite side. It’s crispy, crunchy, and flavorful. This salad is a terrific potluck dish, especially with summertime foods like burgers, kabobs, and other meats cooked on the grill. | Spend with Pennies

Polenta is comfort food that’s typically made with cornmeal or other grains, but it takes on a healthier spin in this Cauliflower Polenta recipe. It’s warm, creamy, cheesy, and the perfect side to pair with any dish that has gravy or sauce.| Sumptuous Spoonfuls

Pin this list of cauliflower recipes so you’ll always have lighter versions of your favorite foods handy.

Take a look at these Hidden Veggie Recipes for Picky Eaters. They may never know where you hid them! Pin to Pinterest.

Save these Make-Ahead Crockpot Freezer Meals. Pin to Pinterest.

Under the Sea Fish Marshmallow Pops

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August 1, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

Are you looking for something fun to do with the kids? These Fish Marshmallow Pops are going to do the trick! As a mom of multiple little boys, I can say that we’re always looking for something fun and simple to do and these marshmallow candy pops on sticks are the solution to beloved cake pops.

Fish Marshmallow Pops

Not only is this recipe and craft fun to make, it’s also delicious to eat. My boys love picking up the little candy pieces and putting them into their mouths. I can’t blame them, I often do the same thing when I’m cooking. Tasting is part of making the recipe!

With many children, it’s important to find something we can all do together. Time in our home is precious! I don’t want to spend hours putting a craft together. Do you? Plus, it’s hard to keep the attention span of five children. I love that my older girls can help with this and the younger boys enjoy it too.

I feel as though this craft is great to do after you watch a good Disney movie too! Who would agree with me? “Under the Sea” refers to the movie the Little Mermaid. This movie has ALWAYS been one of my favorite movies! If you’re a Disney fan, I’m sure you’ll also love these Disney inspired Under the Sea Marshmallow Pops!

Taste wise, they are so delicious. Like, you think you’ll be able to only eat one, but you’ll eat many more. If you’re looking for something easy to make with your kiddos, make these! They’re easy, fun, and so delicious!

Fish Marshmallow Pops Ingredients

Just a few pantry ingredients needed to make marshmallow pops.

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Under the Sea Fish Marshmallow Pops

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Ingredients

Large Marshmallows
Light Blue Candy Melts
Candy Fish (we purchased these)
Rainbow Nerds
Sucker Sticks

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Instructions

1. Carefully place sucker sticks into each marshmallow.
2. Melt the candy melts according to package directions. Place in a tall jar so it’ll be easier to dip.
3. Dip a marshmallow into the chocolate and tap off excess, roll the top into the nerds and place on a parchment lined cookie sheet. Let dry for a few minutes before you place the fish on or they will just slide off. Place 1 to 3 fish on each marshmallow.
4. Let dry and enjoy this fun treat!

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How to Make Marshmallow Pops

A few simple marshmallow directions…

First, carefully place sucker sticks into each marshmallow.

Melt the candy melts according to package directions. Place in a tall jar so it’ll be easier to dip.

Dip a marshmallow into the chocolate and tap off excess, roll the top into the nerds and place on a parchment lined cookie sheet. Let dry for a few minutes before you place the fish on or they will just slide off. Place 1 to 3 fish on each marshmallow.

Let dry and enjoy this fun treat!

How Long to Marshmallow Pops Last?

Well first, these will be eaten fast. So it’s a silly question. The shelf life of marshmallow pops depends on the best before date and how they are stored.

First, you can see how long it will take for your marshmallows to expire by reading the bag. Since you moistened them and dipped them in chocolate, the shelf life will go down a lot. I suggest storing in an air tight container and eating within the week (if they last that long before sticky fingers get to them.)

Our Pinterest community and I would love to see how this worked out for you. Share your final Under the Sea Fish Marshmallow Pops recipe. Leave a comment and/or add a photo here on Pinterest!

Life’s a beach! Take a look at these Beach Inspired Party Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

We also love these Mermaid Inspired Party Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

Easy Asian Recipes Your Family Will Love

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August 9, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

Easy Asian Recipes that your family will love! 15-Minute Asian dinners, 30-minute solutions and even Crock Pot Asian Recipes for fill your entire household!

Easy Asian Recipes

These easy Asian recipes your family will love are busy weeknight approved! They’re perfect for families on the go, especially if you’re prone to drive-thru meals in an effort to save time.

Most of these recipes can be made in 30 minutes or less, with several ready in under 15 minutes. That’s a quick meal made with ingredients you choose yourself in less than the time it takes to place a carry out order and go pick it up.

You’ll find your favorites Asian recipes for dinner here like Pad Thai, Thai Chicken, and Sesame Noodles, as well as some more modern takes on Asian dishes like an Egg Roll in a Bowl or Asian Surf and Turf. And these recipes aren’t made with hard-to-find ingredients. You’ll be able to find most of these ingredients in the grocery store you regularly shop in. And if the time-saving factor doesn’t convince you to try these recipes, the money you’ll save over getting take out definitely should.

So scan this list, and pick out a few new recipes to try this week. You’ll be glad you did!

Tip: Not included in the round-up, one fried rice recipe I create weekly is cauliflower rice (from Trader Joes’s), Liquid Aminos (as a replacement to Soy Sauce) and scrambled eggs (chopped finely.) Add whichever meat you would like! I make it in this frugal-friendly wok I use on a regular basis!

15-Minute Quick Asian Recipes

Thai Peanut Noodles with a homemade dipping sauce, a Thai Peanut Sauce made from peanut butter. This noddle bowl recipe can be made in only 15 minutes, so anytime you need a delicious meal super quick, this should be a go-to. It’s vegan, too, so it’s a great choice for Meatless Mondays. | Drive Me Hungry

We have more noddle bowls. This 15-minute Lo Mein is going to become your new favorite Asian noodle stir fry with a sauce blend of soy sauce, sesame oil and surprise – a touch of sugar (which can be left out). It’s a mostly-healthy dish that can be made by cleaning out the protein and veggies you have in the fridge. | Pinch of Yum

Want a secret copycat restaurant recipes that you can make at home? This easy and quick Korean Fried Cauliflower gives you a kick. | The Cheesecake Factory.

If you’re watching your carbs (and even if you aren’t), this Egg Roll in a Bowl is a great weeknight meal. It only takes 10-15 minutes to make, and it has all the flavors of a tasty egg roll without the carbs. | Stylish Cravings

Are saucy noodles are your jam? You’ll go crazy for these Sesame Noodles with Maple Ginger Sauce. Ready in 16 minutes, it’s better than take-out, and the salty/sweet sauce is addictive! | Jessica in the Kitchen

30-Minute Asian Recipes

Noodles, chicken, and loads of veggies are on the menu with the easiest stir fry sauce ever. This quick Asian Chicken Recipe, Ramen Noodle Stir Fry is ready in 30 minutes, start to finish. It’s fast, simple, and so good. Just add toasted sesame seeds! | Damn Delicious

Honey Garlic Shrimp and Broccoli is a super easy dinner that’s ready in about 20 minutes. It’s full of flavor and uses common ingredients, and that’s always a win for busy moms. It gets better… it’s also a one-pan meal, making clean-up a snap. You can’t find a more perfect weeknight dinner than that. | Homemade Hooplah

You’ll want to add this Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken to your menu rotation, stat. The chicken thighs are pan seared until crispy and then baked in a sticky brown sugar garlic sauce. The chicken comes out savory-sweet, tender, and oh-so-tasty. Serve with Minute Rice and steamed broccoli to round out this dinner. | The Anthony Kitchen

Looking for an easy Fried Rice street food recipe? This is a fried rice with egg recipe is one that I frequent. Customize with your favorite ingredients. | Gimme Some Oven

This Asian Noodle Salad is a fun twist on a spaghetti salad. With noodles, crisp veggies, and juicy mandarin oranges, you’ll love the fresh, crunchy combination. It’s easy to prep and makes a refreshing lunch, especially in the summer. | Spend with Pennies

A Sweet and Spicy Chicken Asian Sheet Pan Dinner is just what you need for a complete meal in under 30 minutes. It’s a little sweet with a big kick of heat, but you can adjust the spiciness for your family. | Wanderlust & Wellness (See our Sheet Pan Suppers too!)

Asian recipes with chicken are always a winner. Make an easy Japanese Chicken Stir Fry customized with your favorite vegetables. Here, it’s made with broccoli, bok choy, and peppers for a meal that’s on your table in 20 minutes. | Flavour & Savour

Meat lovers rejoice! This Asian Surf and Turf is just the dish for you. It includes pan-seared beef slices and shrimp that are coated with a thick and sticky stir fry sauce. The sauce packs a ton of flavor, so you’ll want to pair it with a plain side dish like cauliflower rice, white rice, or noodles to balance out the flavors. | Savory Tooth

For a healthier version of homemade PF Chang’s lettuce wraps, make these Asian Garlic Sesame Chicken Lettuce Wraps instead. They make a great appetizer or main dish, and they’re ready in just 25 minutes. | Swanky Recipes

You can’t get more kid-friendly than a quick and easy Chicken and Green Bean Stir Fry. It’s ready in about 25 minutes so you can feed your hungry family fast. | Chisel and Fork

Let’s not forget Asian recipes with shrimp! The 3-ingredient sauce is what totally makes this Bang Bang Shrimp Egg Roll in a Bowl. You’ll want to make extra sauce to use in your other dishes, too. It’s just that good! | Mighty Mrs.

Deliciously flavorful, this Pad Thai is full of tender pieces of chicken and loads of fresh vegetables all covered in a yummy sauce and finished off with crunchy peanuts. It’s an adapted version that uses ingredients commonly found in U.S. grocery stores, but it still tastes authentic. | Cooking Classy

The whole family will ask for these Sticky Asian Glazed Meatballs again and again. Serve these yummy glazed meatballs over steamed white rice with a side of broccoli. In just 35 minutes, you’ll be savoring every delicious bite. | Love Bakes Good Cakes

Crock Pot Asian Recipes

Looking for a Crock Pot Asian beef recipe? My friend, Carrie, knows how to feed a crowd! Kids and grownups love this Crock Pot Sesame Beef recipe. The meat is tender and full of flavor, and the brown sugar, garlic, and soy sauce is plate-licking good. Every last bite is so tasty! Even better, making it in the slow cooker means you can set it and forget it. | Eating on a Dime

Slow Cooker Korean Beef Short Ribs are cooked in a flavorful marinade that’s sweet and savory and perfect for drizzling over white rice. The ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender. | House of Nash Eats

Slow Cooker Sriracha Chili Chicken is a great meal to come home to. With only 10 minutes of prep, it’s easy to put together before you leave, and dinner will be ready when you come home. Chicken can easily be swapped out for tofu or another protein of choice. | Life Made Sweeter

Pin this list of family-friendly Asian recipes to come back to any time you need a quick and easy meal.

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Keto Candy Pralines Recipe

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July 25, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

Cravings Sweets? Enjoy these keto candy ideas plus the indulge in the delicious taste of homemade pralines wih this softest sugar-free Keto Caramel Pecans Candy recipe

Keto Candy

Keto Friendly Candy

Does using the word diet make anyone else crave something they can’t have. The trick to “dieting” is finding something that fits your desires but stays within your parameter. On a healthy ketogenic diet, there area few rules.

Keto Rules:

75% fat, 20% protein and 5% or less than 50 grams of carbs per day.
Focus on high-fat, low-carb foods
Restrict highly processed items and unhealthy fats.

The trick is to turn your fats into fuel while eating the food you love – like candy!

Can you have any sweets on Keto?

If you love sugar, the thought of keto might bring fear. It’s okay! You can have sugar substitutes on Keto and enjoy some of your favorite foods like brownies, cookies, ice cream, and candy and never tell they are sugar free desserts. One popular Keto sweeteners alternative is Swerve Sweeteners. They are excellent for baking with a Keto approved diet.

Side Note: You can even have Keto Chips and Snacks! Make or buy your own Keto snack recipes.

Can you eat sugar free candy on Keto?

Yes! Does that give anyone piece of mind? Enjoy some of your favorite sweet with adapted ingredients. You can of course, make your own Keto-approved Candy or purchase Keto candy in a store.

Where to Buy Keto Candy From A Store

We found a list of Keto Friendly Candy you can buy online. Make sure it is sugar free and low carb.

See more store bought Keto Sugar Free Candy Ideas.

Want to make your own? Take a look at our very own adapted Easy Keto Candy Recipe – Keto Caramel Pecans.

How to Make Keto Caramel Pecans Candy

A long time ago when sugar and heavy cream were cool, we made these Easy Micrwoave Pralines. The traditional ingredients in pralines are butter, sugar, brown sugar, cream and pecans. We of course wanted the similar taste of this homemade candy, only something that was friendly to a Keto Diet. Hence an adapted Keto Praline Recipe.

Keto Candy Recipe

Only three ingredients make this Keto Praline Candy Recipe and you can repeat the process as many times as you would like!

Ingredients

1 ½ cups pecan halves
¼ cup butter
3/4 cup Swerve brown sugar (you can get Swerve Sweeteners here)
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract (we have used this Vanilla Extract forever)

Directions

First, in a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.

Add the Swerve brown sugar and stir until combined.

Next, add vanilla extract and combine.

You can cook it for up to 7 minutes but I did this recipe at about 2 minutes as I wanted a thicker coating.

Remove from heat and add in pecans. Make sure to coat well.

Finally, put your coated pecans on a sheet lined with parchment paper and place in the fridge for 2 hours to cool completely.

Once cooled, break apart and enjoy!

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Keto Candy

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Cravings Sweets? Enjoy these keto candy ideas plus the delicious taste of homemade pralines, the softest sugar-free Keto Caramel Pecans Candy recipe

Ingredients

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1 ½ cups pecan halves
¼ cup butter
3/4 cup Swerve brown sugar (you can get Swerve Sweeteners here)
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract (we have used this Vanilla Extract forever)

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Instructions

First, in a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.

Add the Swerve brown sugar and stir until combined.

Next, add vanilla extract and combine.

You can cook it for up to 7 minutes but I did this recipe at about 2 minutes as I wanted a thicker coating.

Remove from heat and add in pecans. Make sure to coat well.

Finally, put your coated pecans on a sheet lined with parchment paper and place in the fridge for 2 hours to cool completely.

Once cooled, break apart and enjoy!

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I have often heard “what can I eat on a Keto diet?” We have answers and a convenient Keto Diet Reference Guide. Make sure you download this Keto Diet Cheat Sheet. This Keto cheat sheet PDF printable gives you a list of everything you can eat unlimited or in moderation including sweets, drinks, snacks, nuts, fats, oils, meats, fruits, veggies, fruits, condiments and so much more!

Save this Keto Cheat Sheet PDF and add it to your refrigerator for a reference guide or even to a keto recipe binder.

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Keto Recipes

Are you on a Ketogenic diet? We have plenty of other Keto-friendly diet Recipes.

Of course something sweet needs to go with something salty. Make these Easy Keto Chips. In this homemade chips recipe, we also share a variety of Keto Snacks and Where to Buy. Pin to Pinterest.

And for a tasty after dinner snack, take a look at these three ingredients Keto Peanut Butter Cookies. Pin to Pinterest.

Thankful Thursday – Thank You, Teacher!

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March 13, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Back To School, Crafts, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media

Thankful Thursday – Thank You, Teacher! Teacher appreciation ideas for year round. It doesn’t have to be teacher appreciation week to show your love and support. Low cost random acts of kindness and small teacher gift ideas including free printables!

Thankful Thursday

As a former teacher (and survivor of a Virtual Teacher Appreciation Week in Quarantine), I have always instilled showing thanks for teachers. Often this comes with me picking up a candy bar at the checkout line or grabbing an extra cup of coffee “thanks a latte” before dropping my kids off at school. These are just because occasions.

There are many ways to show Teachers Appreciation without waiting until teacher appreciation week. One way to is adopt a Thankful Thursday. This does not have to be every Thursday, just choose a Thursday one a month or twice a year in send in something small.

Alternatively, the homeroom parent can create a classroom SignUpGenius. Easily organize a weekly Thankful Thursday with classroom signups for schools and classrooms. Promote a spirit of gratitude by gifting something small every Thursday.

How to Write a Thank You Note To Your Teacher

With electronics taking over, hand written notes are a thing of the past. Because of that, a handwritten note is more meaningful than an email or text. To show your upmost appreciation, use a pen or pencil to write your thank you note to your teacher.

First, start with blank canvas and outline positive words or phrases that come to mind when you think about this teacher. These are words you will want to put inside your letter.

Second, begin your letter with a salutation. This should be like with a “Dear _____,”

In your paragraph(s), give a reason your teacher has helped you or describe what they have done for you. Provide an example. Express the positive impact these words or actions had on you. How did this change you? Don’t forget your thanks.

End with a Closing. Choose a “Sincerely”, “All the best”, “Warm wishes”, “Deepest thanks” and/or “thank you again!”

Teacher Appreciation Thank You Messages

Thank you notes can be brief. They can short little messages with quick line of thanks. Consider some of these Thankful Thursday Quotes for Teachers when adding messages to your appreciation notes.

Thank you for believing in me.

You showed me how capable I am of achieving great things.

I don’t think you realize it, but you were such a huge influence on me this year.

I wanted to let you know how much of an impact you’ve made.

You are, hands down, the best teacher I’ve ever had.

Teacher Appreciation Quotes

This printable teacher quote can be found on Etsy at Soul Printables, “a truly amazing teacher is hard to find and impossible to forget.”

Sign off your letter with teacher appreciation quotes. Below are some inspirational quotes about teachers to share at the bottom of your message or on your gift tag. Sometimes no additional words are needed.

“A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops.” – Henry Brooks Adams

“When the teacher is ready, the student will disappear. When the student is truly ready… the teacher will disappear.” – Lao Tzu

“Most of us end up with no more than five or six people who remember us. Teachers have thousands of people who remember them for the rest of their lives.” – Andy Rooney

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” – Nelson Mandela

“One child, one teacher, one book and one pen can change the world.” – Malala Yousafzai

“A good teacher is like a candle—it consumes itself to light the way for others.” – Mustafa Kemal Atatürk

Thankful Thursday Small Teacher Gift Ideas

These thankful Thursday ideas come with instant downloads and some free printables. Show your teacher love and support with small teacher appreciation gift ideas year round or 52 weeks a year. It doesn’t have to be teacher appreciation week.

…and you know I am a sucker for a teacher appreciation printable. See how to take these instant downloads and Print Your Documents at Staples.

Pull through that coffee run drive through, and pick up an additional gift card. Pair with our “thanks a latte” teacher appreciation gift tag. (Seen in our One Year of Teacher Gift Ideas + Printable Gift Tags Set!)

Thank them for helping you grow with our succulent gift tags . Perfect for succa good teacher.

Did you find a good educator? Pair a sweet treat with this s’more teachers like you gift tag. (Seen in our One Year of Teacher Gift Ideas + Printable Gift Tags Set!)

You are appreciated teacher gift tag. Pair with a small token of your choice from Frog Prince Paperie.

Personalize your thank you teacher gift with this “thanks for helping me grow” teacher appreciation plant gift tag on Etsy.

C is for caffeine gift tag. Remind your teacher with a cup of morning joe! (Seen in our One Year of Teacher Gift Ideas + Printable Gift Tags Set!)

Pick up an extra candy bar at checkout and add these candy bar gift tags for teachers from Fun Squared. (Try this Copycat Almond Joy Recipe!)

It doesn’t have to cost money. Print this thank you note for teacher printable from Frugal Novice and have your child personalize it to his/her teacher.

“One child, one teacher, one book and one pen can change the world.” Turn this Malala Quote into a printable teacher gift from Amy Latta.

Use this free SVG file to turn teacher quotes into teacher gifts with this clip board idea from Happiness is Homemade.

It’s hard to survive some weeks! Take a look at this Teacher Survival Kit Teacher Gift idea with printable gift tag from Frugal Coupon Living.

Have a Cricut Maker? Grab this free SVG file from Happy Go Lucky Blog; “I teach, what’s your super power?”

Do your kids need direction with their thanks? This teacher thank you card allows you to fill in the blank.

Alternatively, download these free thank you notes for teachers from Pickle Bums. Color the card, make a cute hand print craft or fill in the blank.

Don’t forget to leave with a high five. This hand print art certificate allows you to award your teacher a huge high five for a great year!

Budget Friendly Teacher Gift Ideas

As a former teacher myself and mother of five, let me help you achieve a simple and budget-friendly teacher gift ideas with our Teacher Gift Tag Printable Set!

Is it a struggle to find a perfect Teacher Gift Idea? Creating an EASY, LOW-COST, ADORABLE gift for teachers has never been easier!

Take a look at our Teacher Appreciation Gift Tag Set. This set includes 12 digital gift cards. Download, print, and cut. One gift idea for every season. Our Teacher gift tag pritnables provide easy teacher gift ideas. Staying organized during the school year is hard enough!

One Year of Teacher Appreciation Gift Tags

Don’t forget to also look at these Volunteer Appreciation Week Ideas with Volunteer Gifts for Adults. A great way for teachers to thank parents. Pin to Pinterest.

In a season of thanksgiving (which can be any time of the year), don’t forget this Gratitude Challenge. Pin to Pinterest.

School Lunch Planner with Printable Lunch Notes

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July 18, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Back To School, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media

Do you find yourself in a school year rut? Have a great start to the back to school season with these lunch and snack prep essentials. Download a weekly school lunch planner, printable lunch notes, and a list of healthy lunchbox ideas for kids. Enjoy!

School Lunch Planner

If the end of last school year taught me anything, I taught me to plan our meals. Meats were out of stock, I was ordering groceries online and in order to not waste food or to have enough of what we like, I had to plan our meals. It is not that I didn’t plan before, but I was able to spread our food out and use it for the best purpose. I felt like a pioneer woman on a home school prairie.

I am taking that meal planning a step further as we head back to school with a weekly lunchbox planner. This will allow me to assign food to days before it goes bad, for me to pack non perishable food ahead and for me to use all the foods we have before opening something new.

School Meal Planning List

Included in our School Lunch Planner are…

Pantry Inventory List
Shopping List
Prepping List
Notes List

Each day is also listed Monday to Friday and includes what to pack for snacks and lunch.

Lunch Box Ideas for Kids

I wanted to supply you with a list of healthy lunch box kids idea. As the year goes on, creativity goes out the door. Below are ideas you can add inside your child’s lunch.

Drinks

Water
Milk
Juice
Sports Drink

Protein

Pepperoni
Turkey
Ham
Hard Boiled Egg
Tuna/Chicken Salad
Hummus
Nuts
Peanut Butter

Fruit

Banana
Strawberry
Berries
Orange
Avocados
Apple
Pear
Mango
Kiwi
Cheeries

Veggie

Cucumbers
Tomatoes
Carrots
Broccoli
Edamame

Dairy

Yogurt
Cheese Stick
Cottage Cheese
Drinkable Yougurt

Grain

Crackers
Bread
Pasta
Rice Cakes

Snacks

Graham Crackers
Vegetable Chips
Fruit Leather
Granola Bar
Goldfish
Trail Mix
Pretzels
Raisins

Note: Some schools only allow peanut free lunches. This would eliminate some weekly lunchbox ideas.

Printable Lunch Notes

We have been sharing free lunch notes for a long time. In fact, you can still print these —> lunch notes printables.

In addition to our original free lunch notes, we include six adorable lunchbox notes with our school lunchbox planner.

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How to Print School Documents at Staples

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How to Store Lunch Box Notes

I have collected lunch box notes for years. With five kids, I hate reprinting new notes every year. To preserve these notes, I laminate my printables.

I have owned Scotch™ Thermal Laminator for ten years and it is still going strong.

I store both my lunch box notes and lunch box labels in a gallon sized Ziploc bag. This bag is stored by our lunchbox supplies including thermos, bento boxes and sandwich bags and more.

We know you are a busy mom. We get it, we are too. That is why we put together these —> Everyday Busy Mom Hacks and Tips.

We also created a Busy Mom Binder. In this family command center resource, we offer many home organization printables including a new and improved Weekly Lunchbox Planner!

Babysitter Notes
Notes for School & Teachers
Daily & Weekly Chores Checklist
How to Clean My Room Checklist for Kids
Stay-at-Home Schedule for Mom, Baby & Toddler
Family Bucket list (blank)

View the Busy Mom Binder & Home Organizer

Our Pinterest community and I would love to see how this worked out for you. Share your weekly school lunch planner and printable lunch notes. Leave a comment and/or add a photo here on Pinterest!

Back to School Printables

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Lunch Box Mom Hacks

You know I love a good mom hack! Follow these Lunch Hacks and Tips throughout the school year. Pin to Pinterest.

Kid’s Camping Journal Printable

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July 19, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media, Summer, Travel

Create a memorable outdoor adventure with this Kid’s Camping Journal Printable. Using guided prompts have your child share favorite events, who they traveled with, memories and more. Continue the tradition each year and add to your camping printable as a kid’s camping logbook.

Kid’s Camping Journal

Many of us have taken our kids camping and it was a great experience. However, there is a way to take your camping adventures a step further. If you’d like to get your kids even MORE involved in the camping experience, then it’s time to check out a camping journal. I want to walk you through how to utilize a kid’s camping journal and how it can be a great asset to learning.

Camper’s Profile

I love the idea of a camping journal because kids camp more than once in their lifetime. Each time you take your child camping, they can have a new profile. It’s so fun to look back on the camper’s profile and see what age, grade, location, etc, for each camping trip. Putting together the camper’s profile is one of the best parts for kids and creates a memory page you can keep forever!

Camping Education

When we do something with our kids, we strive to make it a little educational. I have found that this camping journal for kids is an excellent way to teach them about camping and where it all started. Everything we do didn’t just happen, there is always a story behind it and a camping journal is a great way to track that history!

Camping Education Answers:

What is Camping? Camping is a _____ activity. It is usually done _____ for _____ . (These can all be personalized to your child.)

Who is Thomas Hiram Holding?Thomas Hiram Holding is the founder of modern recreational camping. He made the first camping handbook in the world.

Camping Buddies

Whether your child is going off to camp with a recreational group or you are taking them camping, they always meet someone new. It’s always a lot of fun to get their information, so that you can keep in touch. There is space in this camping journal for kids to be able to keep track of their camping buddies and even get in touch with them when they get home and get settled. Perhaps a future pen pal!

Camping Lessons

You can’t live if you don’t learn. While camping, your child is bound to learn a lot from camping. This camping diary will allow your child to keep track of what they have learned from camping. It’s fun to use this journal as a memoir as well. Your child can hold onto these journals and look back to see what they’ve learned through their camping experiences.

Extra Options

I have to say that this camping notebook is an excellent way to add to a kid’s camping experience. Some of the extra options of this camping journal that I really like is that your child can keep track of their favorite memories, draw or paint their favorite scenes, and even add to their camping photo wall. Print every where and you can keep a running journal and watch your child age.

And for you and to create family memories, grab this The Camping Logbook (Camping Journal) to Record Your Adventures.

Use this camping journal to record the details of your camping adventures so you can look back on and share experiences and favorite spots. Use fill-in the blank pages that act as a guided prompt to write in such camping details such as location, date, notable amenities and attractions, who shared the trip, who you met, favorite events, and things to avoid next time.

Camping Games

Do you need a few games to keep you busy while you camp? There are plenty of ways to keep children entertained while outdoors. Keep this camping journal by their sleeping bag at night. You can also find creative ideas in our overnight camping ideas including camping crafts and camping games. We have a large series of Outdoor Games for Night or print our Flashlight Scavenger Hunt for fun memories and family traditions.

You’ll enjoy camping with your child and ensuring they are learning as much as possible while being in nature. Continue this tradition by printing new pages each year and creating a yearly camping logbook for kids!

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How to Print at Staples

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Our Pinterest community and I would love to see how this worked out for you. Share your final camping journal and camp notebook. Leave a comment and/or add a photo here on Pinterest!

And make sure you download this Hiking Journal and Hiking Trails Bucket List for the Adults too!

Going on an outdoor adventure? Also take a look at our Camping Hacks and Tips. Pin to Pinterest.

Going overnight camping? In our Camping at Night Hacks and Tips post, download these Outdoor Games for Kids to Play at Night! Pin to Pinterest.