Do you need to create a very frugal menu for your family this week? I’ve got you covered! Here’s a simple meal plan with filling foods that you can cook for your family of 4 for less than $60. This plan focuses on low-cost staples and pantry ingredients – perfect for those who might not... The post Cheap Meal Plans: Emergency Edition (Week 9) appeared first on Little House Living.| Little House Living
Welcome back to another edition of my weekly blog! If you are new here, this is just a fun little way that I write down the frugal and off-grid living things we did this week to hopefully give you some ideas and tips, and also just to be able to connect and share! I mostly... The post What We Did This Week: Just Life! appeared first on Little House Living.| Little House Living
Put together this quick and simple Cheeseball with a few ingredients you already have in your fridge. Easy snack idea! The post Classic Cheddar Cheese Ball Recipe in 5 Minutes appeared first on Little House Living.| Little House Living
Looking for a fun new topping for your homemade ice cream this summer? How about some yummy Butterscotch Sauce? The post How to Make Butterscotch Sauce appeared first on Little House Living.| Little House Living
If you’re struggling this month or relying on a food pantry to feed your family, you’re not alone. Many of us have been there — looking at a shelf of cans and boxes, wondering how to turn them into real meals that fill everyone up. This week’s plan is designed to help you make the... The post Cheap Meal Plans: Food Pantry Edition (# 10) appeared first on Little House Living.| Little House Living
Autumn on the homestead offers rich hands‑on learning opportunities. Crisp air, falling leaves, and a busy harvest season are an invitation to slow down, explore, and learn through curiosity. During the fall, it’s easy to weave core math and science skills into everyday homestead tasks. As a homeschooler or someone who is further pursuing your... The post Autumn Homeschooling Projects Using Homestead Materials appeared first on Little House Living.| Little House Living
Pumpkins are abundant in the fall, and drying pumpkin seeds can be a great way to make the most of these yummy treats! Here are some pumpkin seed recipes for various flavors as well. Quick Guide to Drying Pumpkin Seeds Drying pumpkin seeds at home takes just a few simple steps: Customize your flavors with... The post How to Dry Pumpkin Seeds from Fresh Pumpkins appeared first on Little House Living.| Little House Living
Looking for a simple soup that you can make in the slow cooker or on the stove top? This Old Fashioned Vegetable Soup with ground beef is a great frugal meal to feed your family this winter! Easy Old Fashioned Vegetable Soup with Ground Beef In the fall and winter, there is nothing better than... The post Easy Old Fashioned Vegetable Soup with Ground Beef appeared first on Little House Living.| Little House Living
Do you need to create a menu for your family for this week? I’ve already got you covered! Here’s a simple meal plan with clean foods that you can buy and make for your family of 4 for less than $115. Below you will find the shopping list, estimated prices (from Walmart, using generic ingredients... The post Cheap Meal Plans: Super Frugal Edition Week #8 appeared first on Little House Living.| Little House Living
Welcome back to another edition of my weekly blog! If you are new here, this is just a fun little way that I write down the frugal and off-grid living things we did this week| Little House Living
Simple living ideas, frugal living tips, modern homesteading, recipes from scratch, and more ways to live in a simple life in a modern world.| Little House Living
Check out this list of fall cleaning tips! Includes homemade cleaner recipes, plus a free printable checklist to help you get things DONE!| Little House Living
Do you need to create a menu for your family for this week? I've already got you covered! Here's a simple meal plan with clean foods that you can buy and make for your family| Little House Living
Do you love to watch the birds? The best way to attract them to your backyard is to feed them! Learn how to make your a cute mason jar bird feeder with this easy and inexpensive tutorial.| Little House Living
Gooseberry Jelly just became a delicious part of our summer and fall. Here's how I'm making the jelly with a lower-sugar recipe!| Little House Living
Want to make your own home canned Dill Relish and save yourself some trips to the grocery store this winter? This is our family's favorite recipe!| Little House Living
This is the best Cream Cheese Danish Recipe from scratch! It's beautiful and delicious and would be perfect for breakfast, brunch or any time of day as a delicious snack.| Little House Living
Looking to bottle up your favorite fall flavors to enjoy year round? This Spiced Apple Butter Recipe is simple but so scrumptious, sure to be a new family favorite!| Little House Living
This Oven Baked Potatoes recipe is a simple and delicious side dish to go with any meal! Learn how to make these easy Roasted Potatoes just the way your family likes them!| Little House Living
Have some extra apples this year and want to preserve the abundance? Canning Applesauce is quick and easy and the final product tastes so delicious!| Little House Living
Are you ready to have more time and money? Would you benefit from having less stress in your life when it comes to the meals you are serving your family? Hello friends! A few years ago, I really wanted to start meal planning but I had no idea how to do it. All of the...| Little House Living
Looking for a place to store all of your winter produce but your home is not equipped with the perfect root cellar? Here's how to create DIY Cold Storage no matter what type of home you live in!| Little House Living
Think you are ready to jump into fulltime RV living? Here's some tips and advice from a family that has lived in an rv several times!| Little House Living
Thank you for taking the time to contact me (Merissa) at Little House Living. While I typically try to read all emails, I’m currently on a maternity break from most blogging activities. Please do not expect an immediate response. I appreciate your patience during this time! Thank you for taking the time to contact me!...| Little House Living
Nothing tastes better in the fall like a warm bowl of soup. This crockpot Chicken and Rice Soup recipe will be one that the whole family will love!| Little House Living
This Bean with Bacon Soup recipe is full of bacon flavor and perfectly hearty for a warm winter meal. You only need a few ingredients to make it which makes it affordable and easy.| Little House Living
I love trying something different now and then, especially if it involves soup! This Apple Cheddar Soup recipe is a little different but it's fun and very tasty.| Little House Living
Hi! I’m Merissa and this is my story….. I was raised in a pretty typical home, out on the prairie in South Dakota. During my growing-up years, I struggled with bullying and teasing (mostly from the youth group that I attended) due to the fact that my family didn’t seem to have as much money...| Little House Living
Canning Tomato Soup is a great way to put away a delicious tomato soup that's just as convenient as store-bought but much more flavorful!| Little House Living
Learn how to make and can a frugal and delicious Apple Peel Syrup for pancakes using your leftover apple scraps with this easy recipe and tutorial!| Little House Living
This Old Fashioned Scalloped Potatoes recipe is simple and takes very few ingredients! It's an easy way to make REAL scalloped potatoes with REAL ingredients that your family will love!| Little House Living
