Reduce Food Waste

Boxes of Hamburger Helpers are a back of the pantry staple for our house. This is something we use for nights that I have lost inspiration and just want to throw something together in one pot. While I love the ease of Hamburger Helper, I am not always a fan of the flavor so sometimes…

Sometimes during the year, Coca-Cola products go on sale for a really good deal, and I like to stock up on our favorites like the Classic Coke. One thing to keep in mind though is the expiration date. The USDA says that sodas are typically still good to drink for up to 9 months after…

As with most soft drinks, we all have that one that we love to drink the most. Dr. Pepper is one of those sodas that people love or can’t stand. In fact, for a while their slogan was “There’s nothing like a Dr Pepper” to explain their unique taste. As with any much-used item in…

Ginger Ale is a soda known by many for upset tummies, a mixer in alcoholic drinks, and just as a refreshing drink. Sometimes we buy too ginger ale much when it is on a good deal, and it goes past the expiration date before we can drink it. Is it still good to drink ginger…

Altoids are a truly funny breath mint because people are almost obsessed with them, or they can’t stand them. Most of that comes down to the “curiously strong” peppermint flavor that Altoids are famous for delivering. I have one friend that describes Altoids as the ultimate sinus cleanser and another one that thinks they burn…

Nesquik is a very popular pantry staple that comes in 3 different forms. You can buy Nesquik powder, syrup, and premixed milk. Nesquik powder and syrup can often be seen in a pantry for years, so it makes me wonder about if it goes bad. We researched everything we could to determine how long Nesquik…

Slim Jims are a handy easy to eat snack that packs in the protein and the flavor! We love to take Slim Jims on day adventures, road trips, camping trips, and for packing lunches. Occasionally we find a great deal on a large container of Slim Jims, and we will eat a ton of them….

Pizza Rolls are a great late-night snack or a fun kid’s treat. Occasionally pizza rolls go on sale for a really good deal, and it’s hard not to stock up! There are some nights when I cook something super spicy that I know the kids won’t like, so we will bake some pizza rolls for…

Most people recognize Crispy Fried Onions as a topping on Green Bean Casserole at Thanksgiving. Don’t count these tasty crunchy onions as a Holiday Only food. Crispy Fried Onions can be sprinkled on top of cheeseburgers, salads, chicken dishes, soups, and potatoes. Unfortunately, many people end up throwing these onions out because they hit their…

Whether you’re a mom running all around town for your kids or trying to hit an impending deadline at work, sometimes you need a caffeine boost. 5 hour energy drinks have been around for a long time and boast a sugar free caffeine shot to wake you up! 5 hour energy drinks come in handy…