Spend some quality time in the kitchen! Over the last 6 or 7 years, we have really made a goal to make as much as we can from home. This includes learning tips and recipes for some of our favorite foods made from scratch. We did a lot of research in vintage books, discovering for ourselves these great vintage ways. Yes, it's more work, but it is such a great feeling when you have made something from scratch, the "old-fashioned way"! Not only has this been a cost-saver, but it's healthier for us. We know what exactly is going into the food we make with no artificial ingredients. Our grocery list is kept to the basics. Now don't get us wrong, we have the occasional treat from the store ...