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Peppermint Mocha Frappuccino

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Make your own homemade Peppermint Mocha Frappe with this delicious, easy recipe.  It will save you money and is a great way to use up that leftover coffee!   There are affiliate links in this post – please read my full disclosure policy.   Several weeks ago after enjoying a peppermint mocha frappuccino at Starbucks,…

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Easy Caramel Icing

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You’ll love this easy caramel icing recipe!  It’s made with basic pantry staples, takes around 10 minutes to make and beats store-bought frosting ANY day! Recipe pictures and post updated Jan. ’20 It’s been just over a year since my sweet 95-year-old Grandmother went to be with Jesus.  And I’ve been finding myself thinking a…

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Super Moist Gingerbread Cake with Caramel Icing

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This mild flavored super moist Gingerbread Cake is topped with homemade caramel icing to create an easy dessert that is perfectly delicious! I actually don’t like most gingerbread flavored things, but this cake? It’s a totally different story! Gingerbread cake with caramel icing just so happens to be my father-in-law’s favorite, which of course means…

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Easy Tomato Basil Soup with Parmesan (Crockpot or Stove Top)

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This easy Tomato Basil Soup with Parmesan is loaded with veggies and can be prepared on the stovetop or in the crockpot. Simple, healthy and delicious! There are affiliate links in this post for your convenience.  Please read my full disclosure policy. One of the ways we try to save money on groceries is by…

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Easy 3 Ingredient Healthy Fudge

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Made with just coconut oil, honey and cocoa powder, this easy healthy fudge is a snack you can feel good about eating! And hey, it’s even chocolate! There are affiliate links in this post for your convenience.  Please read my full disclosure policy. Several months ago, some friends of ours came over for the evening and…

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Welcome! I’m Lydia. I love to share easy homemade recipes, simple homemaking tips and great money saving ideas. I want to help you find ways to live well and enjoy life on a budget! Read more…

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