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"Family Favorite" Recipes by FrugElegance

We had zero intentions of being "food bloggers" but we have some favorite family recipes & time saving meal ideas that we love to share with you. Actually, the majority of recipes are from Carol because she is an AMAZING cook. Randi's recipes are much more simple or simply put: FAST & EASY (exceptions are the holidays). Here's an example to best describe- Carol comes to Randi's house & lunch is a plain salad with oven baked chicken tenders (from the freezer), Randi goes to Carol's house & Carol makes a salad with all the amazing toppings, serves home made soup or a cheese & salami board & then says "a little something I threw together" (need I tell you, which house we work out of most?! LOL!!)

Skinny Frozen Yogurt Sandwiches

07/07/2020 By frugelegance@aol.com 2 Comments

Frozen Yogurt Sandwiches | www.FrugElegance.com

OMGoodness, these skinny frozen yogurt sandwiches are so easy to make and even better, they are super sweet and satisfying! The original recipe is from weight watchers but we tweaked it a bit and made it into our own. Haven’t had the need to buy bought store-bought ice cream in the 6 months. You might […]

Easy Homemade Bagels

04/05/2020 By frugelegance@aol.com 2 Comments

Easy Homemade Dough by FrugElegance | www.FrugElegance.com

While we are doing our part and spending more time at home, we are cooking more. The stores can’t seem to restock bread fast enough, so this easy-to-make dough comes in real handy. How easy? The dough recipe only needs 2 ingredients. It’s perfect for making rolls, pizza crust, breadsticks and like the instructions in […]

Apple Bundt Cake

09/19/2019 By frugelegance@aol.com 2 Comments

Apple Bundt Cake | FrugElegance By Design | www.FrugElegance.com

This fabulous recipe is one of our family favorites. Originally found years ago via Southern Living, it is a real winner. It’s a super moist apple cake with a cream cheese filling and praline frosting. BUT, the bad news is, this apple cake doesn’t last long because everyone will devour it, so make extra. Cake […]

Delicious Summer Salad

06/25/2019 By frugelegance@aol.com Leave a Comment

Let’s talk about Summer salads! We are big fans of salads all year round but summer is especially fabulous thanks to the assortment of fruits and vegetables in season. When it’s hot outside, salads are light, refreshing and super satisfying. Let’s talk about Summer salads! We are big fans of salads all year round but […]

Hosting at Home: A Sip and See Party

04/09/2019 By frugelegance@aol.com Leave a Comment

Hosting at Home: A Sip and See Party at www.frugelegance.com

Hosting at Home can be a lot of fun. Don’t be intimidated or stressed out about it. Most important tip is to have a plan and prep as much as possible in advance. We love being together in the comforts of home instead of a local restaurant or bar. It saves a lot of money […]

Freeze and Save Lemon Juice

02/27/2019 By frugelegance@aol.com Leave a Comment

Freeze and Save Lemon Juice | FrugElegance | www.frugelegance.com

Delicious Meyer lemon season is almost over. But no worries, we’ve got a way to keep the sweet juice on hand for months. This is such a super easy way to save the juice! It saves money too. No need to buy store bought lemon juice. It’s easy to freeze and save Meyer lemon juice […]

Spaghetti Squash Pad Thai Recipe

01/22/2019 By frugelegance@aol.com Leave a Comment

Spaghetti Squash Pad Thai Recipe at www.FrugElegance.com

Last year we made a New Year’s Resolution to eat higher protein / lower carb foods (not a no carb diet, just reduced). Guess what, it works for us. Realistically, it’s something we can continue well past our New Year’s resolutions. Now, a year later, feeling more healthy and fit, we have a go-to favorite recipe. […]

Easy to Make Homemade Apricot Jam

08/16/2018 By frugelegance@aol.com Leave a Comment

Easy To Make Homemade Apricot Jam | by FrugElegance | www.frugelegance.com

APRICOTS GALORE!! All these gorgeous apricots came from a tree in Carol’s backyard! It’s crazy how expensive they are in the stores, here in Northern California. This apricot tree produced all these beauties -Jackpot!! Apricot season here ends in late July so making a big batch of easy to make homemade apricot jam is the perfect […]

Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies

06/21/2018 By frugelegance@aol.com Leave a Comment

Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies | FrugElegance | www.frugelegance.com

Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies have been a lifesaver since our New Year Resolution to try eating healthier, lower carb and higher protein. We are not super strict and do not claim to be health experts, dietitians, or doctors in any way. We are just trying to live a healthier lifestyle and find reducing some […]

Breakfast Egg Bites

05/11/2018 By frugelegance@aol.com 5 Comments

Breakfast Egg Bites | FrugElegance | www.frugelegance.com

  In our quest to eat healthier, reduce carbs and increase protein, breakfast has been less of a challenge with these easy to make breakfast egg bites. Like mini omelettes, breakfast bites are a super flexible recipe and can be made with your favorite ingredients and seasonings. We love lots of veggies, a protein like […]

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Carol & Randi are The FruGirls
Come see how we live an elegant lifestyle on a frugal budget- Combining the words to be FrugElegance! We don't have a big budget or lots of time to do complicated. From day to day living to holidays & special occasions we make it work - FrugElegant Style!

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