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Just because of the crisis, it doesn't mean we have to stop being frugal.

In an effort to minimize my trips out, I've started eating through some of the forgottens in my fridge.

Today, my friend and I baked this frozen apple pie (from last Thanksgiving) This is really just the tip of the forgotten food brigade. It'll just get funkier from here on out.

My inner frugalista loves how this is saving me money.

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beanjack profile image
beanjack

That actually looks quite tasty

in reply to beanjack

Lol. It was ok I only ate two pieces.

in reply to

Now, a pie I really like translates into 4 eaten pieces.

Agora1 profile image
Agora1 in reply to beanjack

I thought so too lol

CanuckAnon profile image
CanuckAnon

I am doing this as well until I went out and got my hair done.. first time in 5 years so I figure I’ve saved the money not going for so long I deserved a little splurging... 😊 I still have canned food from 2 years ago I’m using now.... not worried about running out of edibles...

in reply to CanuckAnon

Me really either. My friend ( and the 86 year old I care for) said that in St.. Petersburg, Russia (where she is from originally) all the buckwheat and onions are off the shelves, because people are hoarding them. (Russian comfort food!! )

You get onion to cry yourself to sleep!(Say with heavy russian accent)

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CanuckAnon in reply to

I like that you get onion to cry yourself to sleep.... 😂

Looool this made me giggle ! Thanks

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Great, Hope. :)

kenster1 profile image
kenster1

my mrs will save a fortune as the kids cant do anything or go anywhere.

in reply to kenster1

Well it's a little silver lining, but something.

Sillysausage234 profile image
Sillysausage234

Thanks for posting....went to the supermarket today for Apple pie and some custard ...came home with a tin of pineapple chunks and some gravy granules

in reply to Sillysausage234

Lol oh no! There should be a reality show now with cooks competing with these leftover products.

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Sillysausage234 in reply to

Pineapple chunks with a side of juis

LilyAnnepuppy profile image
LilyAnnepuppy in reply to

There is. It's called "Chopped."

hypercat54 profile image
hypercat54 in reply to Sillysausage234

Oh dear. My supermarket actually had toilet rolls in! Ok no bread, frozens, or hand sanitizer but you can't have everything 😁

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Sillysausage234 in reply to hypercat54

I panic bought mushrooms don’t really like them just saw a woman buy 2 lots so thought I definitely need some....ps glad you can take time on the loo in the morning....read a paper or something

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hypercat54 in reply to Sillysausage234

Oh you stockpiler you! 😁 x

in reply to Sillysausage234

Panic buying what you don't particularly like -lol 😁

CanuckAnon profile image
CanuckAnon in reply to

Fungus hoarder😊

Sillysausage234 profile image
Sillysausage234 in reply to CanuckAnon

Can have a mushroom soup for a starter ☝️😃

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CanuckAnon in reply to Sillysausage234

Yes you can... 2pkg worth... 😊

in reply to Sillysausage234

Let me know if the mushrooms helps your depression would ya? 😁🤞

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Don_in_midlands in reply to Sillysausage234

Be careful - or there won’t be mush-room for anything else in your cupboards 🤣

Sorry - someone had to make the joke! Hehehe x

in reply to Don_in_midlands

Ahahaha

Lol good one

in reply to Don_in_midlands

Haha 🤣

LilyAnnepuppy profile image
LilyAnnepuppy in reply to Sillysausage234

Mmm. Mmm. Pineapple, gravy and mushrooms.

in reply to LilyAnnepuppy

Gravy granules

Enough said

Sillysausage234 profile image
Sillysausage234 in reply to LilyAnnepuppy

And today I got 4 hot cross sticky buns ....did you score anything ?

in reply to Sillysausage234

Me? I haven't been in a store for a week. I'm afraid when I do go there will mothballs and black licorice left.

Sillysausage234 profile image
Sillysausage234 in reply to

I had to go out today so stopped for petrol scored some salted caramel and chocolate sticky buns...😃...oh the joys

LilyAnnepuppy profile image
LilyAnnepuppy in reply to Sillysausage234

Yes. 10 more points.

Sillysausage234 profile image
Sillysausage234 in reply to LilyAnnepuppy

Points make prizes

in reply to Sillysausage234

That sounds pretty good actually. Who did you have to knock down to get those?

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Sillysausage234 in reply to

😂

Mrspjsmom profile image
Mrspjsmom

I'm working on being more frugal. Please offer any tips you can. I will start with some of the forgotten. I have two loaves of frozen bread dough in the freezer and as soon as I use up the bread we have they are first on the list. I also climbed behind the washer and dryer to see if the fallen bottles still have anything in them. Not much but it's a start.

in reply to Mrspjsmom

Sure thing- who knows, we might stumble upon a new flavor combination or dish in our pursuits?

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Sillysausage234 in reply to Mrspjsmom

Haha be careful you don’t get stuck

Poodie profile image
Poodie

Great idea. I will look into my frig and cabinets too. Thanks.

NoNo19 profile image
NoNo19

Just enjoyed laughing at all the comments and glad we're still trying to stay positive! 😉

Guys.. my ketchup has ran out... found a can of fizzy drink... it’s orange fanta... oranges are close to tomatoes 🍊🍅 do I dunk my fries in fanta?!!!!!! 🤭 just thought I’d share my thought process right now 😳🤯

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Lol

God help us

MidnightBriarRose profile image
MidnightBriarRose in reply to

You ladies are hilarious!!! 😅🤣😂

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MidnightBriarRose in reply to

ROFL!!! 😁😅😂

in reply to MidnightBriarRose

Desperation 🤣🤣🤣

MidnightBriarRose profile image
MidnightBriarRose in reply to

Lol, I hear that! 🤣🤣🤣

LilyAnnepuppy profile image
LilyAnnepuppy

And some frozen corn

Great idea, Ladyandthepetdog! Love it! ❤💛💚

in reply to MidnightBriarRose

We might have a forgotten pantry item recipe competition if we get enough guinea pigs, er, contestants.

MidnightBriarRose profile image
MidnightBriarRose in reply to

Lol, sounds like fun! 😀🤣👍

Agora1 profile image
Agora1

Is there still any pie left?? xx

in reply to Agora1

Just a couple piece. Its a necessity right now-comfort food. :)

LijaW profile image
LijaW

I have been frugal all of my life, and I love reading posts like this.

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