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Feed A Family Of Four On $120 A Month

2008-08-27T23:01:00.000-05:00

How would you like to pay $30 a week to feed a family of four? Don't think it's possible? I'm here to tell you that it is. You don't have to be low income. You don't have to fill out an application. No approval required. Angel Food Ministries offers inexpensive food to anyone willing to purchase. The food is delicious and a good value.

Angel Food Ministries offers a service through churches all over the United States. They sell an inexpensive, $30, box of food to anyone willing to purchase. The box contents change from month to month to offer variety. Plus, there are add on boxes that you can purchase once you purchase just one $30 box. The add on boxes contain things like steaks and roasts. They also offer a veggie/fruit box.

The food is of good value. It's not going out of date nor is it commodities. This food is the same food that you can purchase in the grocery store for much more. The value of the $30 box is around $50 - $60. You really can't beat that.

The foods that you get in a $30 box are delicious. These aren't generic or tasteless foods. They are full of flavor. My children really love the chicken nuggets. Besides being flavorful, the majority of the foods that are supplied by Angel Food Ministries are healthy. Since, the box changes from month to month and you can purchase add on boxes, there is also alot of variety.

Save money on your food bill. Give your family healthy, inexpensive meals. Purchase one or more boxes from Angel Food Ministries. (Check for locations near you)

Eating Healthy: Homemade Bread

2008-08-27T14:16:00.006-05:00

There are few things that taste as sinfully delicious as homemade bread. And yet, most people purchase their bread from a store because they believe it is more convenient. However, homemade bread is healthier, cheaper, and tastier.

Homemade bread is not only tasty but, it is healthier than it's store bought counterpart because it has no preservatives. When you bake homemade bread you are in total control of what ingredients go into your bread, as opposed to store bought, which has many unpronounceable ingredients.

Homemade bread is generally cheaper than store bought bread because the ingredients, once purchased, can be used for several loaves of bread. For example, if you purchase yeast in a jar (Bread machine yeast is fine, even if you don't use a bread machine.) it can last anywhere from 16 batches on up. Sticks of butter, bottles of oil, bags of sugar, containers of salt, and bags of flour all contain enough for several batches of bread. By having ingredients on hand to be able to make bread whenever you run out, you save gas because you don't have to travel to the store to purchase more, as often.

And last but not least, homemade bread just tastes better than store bought bread. Because it's always going to be fresher, the taste is always going to be better than that of store bought bread. You will not be limited to the flavors available at your store because you will be able to create any type of flavored bread that you wish. All you need are the ingredients and your imagination. I, personally, like to make my own 100% whole wheat bread because I can control the flavor by adding honey.

So, try one of the recipes listed below:

Basic White Bread by S. John Ross TESTED A+

100% Whole Wheat @ CDKitchen.com TESTED A+

Sourdough by S. John Ross

Show your family how much you love them by giving them a healthier, tastier and more economical bread, homemade.

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2008-02-14T19:47:00.002-06:00

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2008-02-14T02:39:00.003-06:00

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Baking Soda: Why It Should Be In Your Cart

2008-02-14T02:28:00.008-06:00

There are so many cleaning products out there these days that you could
waste a great deal of money trying to figure out what works best. Instead
of spending a lot of money on many different products, why not try the
ultimate multipurpose product, baking soda!

Baking soda is nontoxic and mildly abrasive. It has been around for ages
and it's uses are numerous. Baking soda is not offensive to the pocketbook
nor the senses. That's what makes baking soda a great buy for the thrifty
consumer.

Try out some of these helpful household uses of baking soda and start
saving money today!

Deodorize while you clean your kitchen and bathroom surfaces. Just pour some baking soda on a damp sponge and your kitchen and bath will sparkle. Be sure to follow-up with a clean damp sponge.

To keep your smile clean and bright brush with baking soda. Dip a wet toothbrush into a little baking soda, brush, and rinse.

Keep baking soda handy to put out small grease or electrical fires.

Deodorize your carpet. Sprinkle baking soda onto the carpet and let it sit for 10-15 minutes then vacuum.

Baking soda helps to neutralize the odor of cat litter boxes. When changing the litter you can sprinkle some at the bottom of the pan then fill as usual. To further help with pet odor you can sprinkle baking soda on top of the litter.

Having problems with stubborn odors in your clothes? When you wash add 1/2 cup of baking soda to the rinse cycle.

Eliminate odors in your refrigerator and freezer. Remove the top flaps from two boxes of baking soda and place one in the refrigerator and one in the freezer. Be sure to set them against a wall or to the back so that they are not easily knocked over.

Also, when cleaning your refrigerator and freezer you can use a solution of 3-4 tablespoons of baking soda to one quart of water. This will deodorize while you clean.

Got heartburn? Baking soda is a good antacid. 1/2 teaspoon in a 4 ounce glass of water every two hours is all you need. Be sure that you allow the baking soda to completely dissolve before drinking.

Soothe your achy feet. Fill a basin with warm water and add 3 tablespoons of baking soda to soothe and freshen your sore feet.