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Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Skillet Recipe

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February 17, 2015 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Frugal Living, Pinterest, Recipe

Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Skillet Recipe
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Tonight’s recipe is an easy and healthy meal that’s perfect for make ahead meals. Similar to the bags of frozen Birds Eye Voila Skillet Meals, where you just heat and serve. Only you control the ingredients and keep the preservatives out. Change up the cheese, meat, seasonings and pasta for lots of different flavor combinations.

Ingredients:

2 cups broccoli florets
1 ½ cups Monterey jack shredded cheese
1 lb. chicken breasts
1 cup chicken broth
½ cup milk
3 cloves crushed garlic
1 tsp. salt
½ tsp. pepper
1 ½ cups uncooked bowtie pasta

Chop chicken into small bite sized pieces. In a saucepan over medium, heat 1-2 Tbsp. olive oil, add garlic and chicken, saute until cooked through. Set aside to cool.

Freezer Prep:

To prep for freezing, place; broccoli, chicken broth, milk, salt, pepper, and shredded cheese in a freezer safe gallon bag.

Cooking Directions:

Pour contents of gallon bag into sauce pan on low heat with 1-2 Tbsp. olive oil, cook until combined, Boil pasta for 8-12 minutes in 2 quarts of water. Toss pasta with chicken mixture. Serve.

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Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treats with Molding Tip

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February 12, 2015 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Frugal Living, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe

Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treats
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I have had fun sharing with you Rice Krispie Treats for every holiday – Thanksgiving, Valentine’s Day, Halloween and more. I love this Christmas Tree Tutorial and I have a great tip to help you mold the tree – Use the trial form that comes in a waffle cone pack to protect the cones and cut it to make a form to help shape the trees. Directions and tips below!

Ingredients:

6 cup Rice Krispies Cereal
3 tbsp Butter
10.5 oz Marshmallows
Green Food Coloring
12 Miniature Reese’s Cups
1/3 cup M&M Minis
12 Candy Stars
3 cup Powdered Sugar
3 tbsp Milk
3 tbsp Corn Syrup

Directions:

To help in forming the cone shape, I took the foam that comes in a waffle cone pack to protect the cones and cut it to make a form to help shape the trees.
Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium to large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
Add the marshmallows and stir until completely melted.
Add enough food coloring to make mixture dark green (it will lighten when cereal is added).
Remove from heat.
Add the Rice Crispies cereal and stir until cereal is well coated.
Allow to set about 4 minutes.
Butter a your hands and form mixture into cone shapes.
Place cones onto prepared pan.
Allow to cool and firm up for several hours.
Mix powdered sugar, milk and corn syrup in a bowl until smooth.
Transfer to piping bag or zippered bag to pipe onto cookies.
Pipe like a garland around each tree.
Space M&M minis like ornaments onto the garland.
Pipe a dab of icing on top of tree to act as glue and attach star.
Place a Reese’s upside down on pan. Pipe icing on it and place tree on top.
Allow to set before serving.

If you love these Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treats, also check out these Mashmallow Rice Krispie Treat Snowmen. You can Pin these to Pinterest.

Look at these other Seasonal Rice Krispies Treats

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Valentine’s Day Essential Oils Special

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February 9, 2015 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Essential Oils, Frugal Living, Instagram, Online Shopping, Valentine's Day

Valentine’s Day Essential Oils Special

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Have you been looking into essential oils but don’t know where to start or which brand to try? I am part of the amazing family of Young Living Essential Oils (read and order here). Essential oils are a fabulous natural substitute for many household chemical laden cleaners, medicines, and even beauty products. Having looked into several companies I was convinced that Young Living was the way to go and use them on myself and both of my girls daily.

I have a special deal just for Frugal Coupon Living readers this month through February 28th!   If you get a premium Young Living starter kit (read and order here) which is, on its own, a really great deal at $150!…

…then I will also mail you a super helpful Essential Oils Reference Book (you can look up almost anything in it and see which oils have been used to help with that problem), a set of essential oil labels to keep your oils organized, AND a $10 Amazon Gift Card!

You will receive 10 bottles, one 5ml each of these everyday oils; Peppermint, Lavender, Lemon, Frankincense, Melaleuca A, Stress Away, Thieves, PanAway, Purification, and Joy. Also get Product Guides about your essential oils, Samples and our NEWEST Dewdrop Diffuser. This month comes with a Citrus Fress Oil too!

This is just a quick list of the many ways that Young Living Essential Oils (read and order here) can be used on a daily basis, and there are many more ways to use these oils to naturally treat you and your families ailments.

Wanting to give it a try, sign up for the PREMIUM Starter Kit and FREEBIES for $150 ($300.00 Value) In addition you get ALL of this for FREE!

:: FREE Essential Oils Reference Book (Look up almost anything to find out which oils to use!)
:: FREE Oil Labels to keep everything organized
:: FREE $10 Amazon Gift Card!!!

This is a huge savings over buying them individually, not to mention its a better value than some of the other oil distributors out there – especially wiht all those FREEIBES!

Here’s how to sign up:

1. Head over to the Young Living page here and fill out your information.

2. Be sure the “Wholesale Member” option is checked so that you don’t end up paying retail prices.

3. Be sure the “sponsor ID” and “enroller id” say 1819360 (so that I can send you your FREEBIES)

4. If you do not feel comfortable putting in your social security number (this is only for tax purposes if you decide to turn this into a business) then you can get an EIN from the IRS in just a few seconds here and use that number instead (the IRS just needs to be able to connect some number with you for tax purposes). They need a Social Security Number or an EIN because if you make $600 or more per year selling Young Living products, you will receive a 1099 form in the mail (which is required by law). Young Living will never share this info with anyone.

5. Select which starter kit you want to get. To get the FREEBIES, you’ll need to check the option that says “Premium Starter Kit”. You can get the kit that’s $150 or you can get the kit that’s $160 with the Bamboo Diffuser (in my opinion, the Bamboo Diffuser looks nicer, but doesn’t put out as much as the diffuser that comes with the $150 kit).

6. There’s a Step 3 of the sign-up process that you can skip if you don’t want to mess with that part, OR you can get a couple of extra free oils if you know already that you would like to order monthly (see BONUS step below!)

7. Go through the checkout process.

8. After you sign up, send an email to frugalcouponliving@gmail.com letting me know that you signed up through this promotion. Somewhere in the email, be sure to put the promotion code “VALENTINEOILDEAL”.

*Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please confirm any information obtained from or through this web site with other sources, and review all information regarding any medical condition or treatment with your physician. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking medical treatment because of something you have read on this website.

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I Believe in Plan A!

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February 8, 2015 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Frugal Living, Instagram

I Believe in Plan A.

You might have heard (through Instagram or Facebook) the wedding bells ringing a few weeks ago, and I’m writing to tell you that, Yes, I got married to that amazing man I shared with you previously!

If you’ve stayed with me over the last 7 years, you may think that my marriage to Wes doesn’t look like someone’s typical Plan A. In Who is Ashley, I shared with you about my history – my background as a divorced, single mom raising two little girls. Well, I feel like it’s time to give everyone the latest update and connect some of the dots that may have been lost along the way. Initially, when MY first marriage (MY Plan A) didn’t work out, it wasn’t something I wanted to make public. It was a tough time, and I thought it best to keep to myself and move on to Plan B. Eventually though, my heart began to change, and as time passed, I felt that sharing my story was important for a lot of reasons.

Through that change of heart, I began to reconsider my perspective of moving on to MY Plan B, and as I took direction from God’s Word, I grew to believe and understand something completely different. The more I thought and prayed about it, the more I began to understand that God doesn’t have a Plan B, his Plan is always Plan A, and it always focuses on us growing more mature in our relationship with Him. Sometimes that growth requires a heavy pruning, and I believe that I felt that over the past 4+ years, and as hard as it has been at times, I look back and am so grateful to the place God has brought me. I don’t always feel that I deserve this amazing gift God has given – an amazing husband and leader – but I believe my girls do. In the amazing recognition of how God has protected and watched over the girls, I realize our Father does the same for myself. I am grateful for the man He chose for us, one that far exceeds the highest of expectations I had.

As this orginal plan rolls on, I am looking forward to 2015. I see glimpses of God’s Plan A before me, and I believe it’s going to be amazing.

Truth is, there’s always a Plan A. It just may not be the road we’ve envisioned…. Grab the reigns, and enjoy the ride.

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Crock-Pot French Toast Recipe|Prepare and Go Breakfast Entree

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February 4, 2015 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Frugal Living, Pinterest, Recipe, Restaurant

Crock-Pot French Toast Recipe
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I love finding this easy breakfast slow-cooker meal. It’s often hard to find a meal in Crock-Pot that isn’t a dinner entree, but with this 4 hour recipe, you can set the timer and enjoy a warm breakfast meal – imaging waking up to the smell of warm cinnamon in your home!

Toast Ingredients:

1 loaf French Bread
8 Eggs
2 cup Milk
1 tsp Cinnamon
1 tsp Sugar

Topping Ingredients:

3/4 cup Brown Sugar
1/2 cup softened Butter
2 tsp Cinnamon
1/2 cup Pecans

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Directions:

Cut bread into roughly 3/4″ thick slices.
Mix together all topping ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
Spray the inside of your 6 qt. crock with non-stick spray.
In another bowl beat together eggs, milk, cinnamon and sugar and set aside.
Place a layer of bread into your slow cooker. Then top with a layer of topping. Repeat for remaining layers.
Pour egg mixture over the bread.
Cook for 4 hours on low.

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Valentine Peeps Pops on a Stick – Cake Pop Alternative

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January 31, 2015 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Valentine's Day

Valentine Peeps Pops on a Stick
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Does anyone else get frustrated by cake pops? They always seem to collapse and fall apart on me, I would love a tip on how to keep them togehter. I love the simplicity of these Peeps Pops as an alternative to the traditional pops on a stick. This is a simple tutorial and you can give them out as valentines, use them as decorations or share them at a class party. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

1 pkg Peeps Hearts
12 oz White Melting Chips
9 Lollipop Sticks
Valentine Candy Decorations

Directions:

Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
Separate hearts and insert sticks.
Place in freezer for 30 minutes.
Heat chocolate by microwaving for 1 minute, stirring and repeating until melted.
Dip hearts in chocolate and spoon over top to cover completely.
Place on prepared tray and place in refrigerator for 10 minutes.
Use a knife to trim any excess runoff from hearts.
Dip again in chocolate and return to prepared tray.
Decorate with candy before chocolate sets.
Return to refigerator for 10 minutes.
Use a knife to trim any excess runoff from hearts.

Enjoy!

Another fun Valenitne Recipe easy and great for the kids is this Funfetti Dip – Pin to Pinterest!

Check out these other great recipes…

Also, have fun with these Valentine DIY Tutorials…

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Conversation Hearts Valentine Rice Krispie Treats – Valentine Dessert

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January 31, 2015 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, Holiday, Pinterest, Recipe, Valentine's Day

Conversation Hearts Valentine Rice Krispie Treats – Valentine Dessert for the Kids
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This fun Valentine Food Crafts takes a twist on the classic Rice Krispie Treat! Use the traditional Rice Krispies Cereal and Marshmallows and throw in some conversational hearts and red food coloring for a yummy after school or February Valentine’ s Party Treat!

Ingredients:

4 tbsp Butter
6 cups Rice Krispies Cereal
10 oz Marshmallows
Red Food Coloring
2 cups Mini Marshmallows
1 cup Conversation Hearts

Directions:

In a medium to large saucepan, melt butter over low heat.
Add the larger marshmallows and stir until completely melted.
Stir in enough food coloring to make the marshmallows pink – VERY pink is best.
Remove from heat.
Add Rice Krispies cereal and mini marshmallows – this makes it extra gooey and yummy.
Stir until cereal is well combined.
Prepare a cookie sheet with sides by spraying with cooking spray or coating with butter.
Butter a spoon or your hands or use wax paper to press the mixture into the pan evenly.
Press conversation hearts evenly around the mixture.
After cooling, use heart shape cookie cutters to cut out treats.

Happy eating – Enjoy!

Like the Cupid Strawberry Float Recipe? Check out these others:

Easy 3-Ingredient Funfetti Dip Recipe|Kid’s Valentine’s Day Treat

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January 31, 2015 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, Pinterest, Recipe, Valentine's Day

Easy 3-Ingredient Funfetti Dip Recipe
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This fun recipe can be used for many different occasions – Valentine’s Day, Birthday Parties, Summer Celebrations and More.

Ingredients:

1 box Funfetti Cake Mix
2 cup Cool Whip Lite (or regular)
2 cup Vanilla Yogurt
Sprinkle Decorations (optional)

Directions:

In a large bowl mix cake mix, Cool Whip and yogurt until blended smoothly.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
Transfer to serving bowl and top with additional sprinkles – it’s always fun to stick to a seasonal theme (for example, heart sprinkles during Valentine’s Day.)
Serve with vanilla wafers, graham crackers, animal crackers, and more.

Enjoy!

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