I have started trying to plan better, by making meals that make other meals in order to cut down on waste and to save money. This has been a big budget saver for me. I would like to get some more ideas. What do you do to make your meals budget saving and also saving time and energy in the kitchen? If...

My savings and stock so far: Funds $150 in a savings account 4,674 My Points to cash in for a $25 gift certificate 1,020 My Points for my husband, no GC value yet $175 in funds and future GCs Food 2 weeks of canned veggies 1 month of canned fruit 1 month of powdered milk 1 month of pasta 6 months of...