Here Come The Holidays – Ready, Set, Go!
The holidays are coming, and that means preparing for all the things the festive season brings. Don't be scared, just search out these easy-to-follow tutorials and you'll have your house ready for the fun in no time!
Here come the holidays — ready or not! What do you need to know to be fully prepared? We've got a few essential tips on what you can do before hand to get your home feeling cozy as well as being able to enjoy yourself during those many visits from family and friends. Keep reading, take a look at our top picks on how to save your energy when it comes time for cooking throughout this holiday season by preparing some quick tips of your own up ahead.
First, be proactive and check your appliances, especially your fridge and freezer. Those can be big energy hogs, so if you're going to stock up on raw ingredients for homemade Christmas goodies — like fruitcake or cookie dough — plan on doing some baking in advance. Don't stock up on far-off expiration dates and be sure to keep family size portions in mind when it comes to what you'll really need for the holidays.
The same goes for your freezer. If you're hosting a bunch of people for Christmas, you'll want to plan for that in advance. Do you have enough space in your freezer to store all the goodies? The holiday season is a great time to get rid of old or outdated food, so take advantage of that!
A lot of us consider the holidays as an excuse to eat more and indulge ourselves with fatty foods. It's easy to get caught up with office parties and family gatherings, so it's best not to overindulge if you're trying to keep things healthy here at home. One suggestion is to cook your meals ahead of time. Making a salad the night before, or pot of lentil soup on the weekend can help you save money and still eat healthily. Overcooked foods tend to lose their nutrition, so don't hesitate to throw some healthy ingredients in your cooking arsenal! You'll want to include plenty of healthy fats, like avocado and olive oil.
Don't forget about your dessert and snacks too. We've got some great ideas on how to save money on holiday sweets too.
Take a look, pick up a few ideas and start cooking in advance! You'll be ready for the holidays in no time at all.
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SUNDAY: Don't leave your valuable holiday photos behind — take one extra step to safely store them away. MONDAY: Save time by cooking ahead and saving money with these top tips from Joyful Homemaking . TUESDAY: To save energy, clean up your space before turning on your heat! WEDNESDAY: Freeze fruit for smoothies and other sippy-type drinks. THURSDAY: And remember, Thanksgiving is the biggest shopping day of the year . FRIDAY: Make sure you're cleaning your fridge in time for the holidays — we've got a few tips to help.
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Save money, save energy and get organized this holiday season with these simple tips and tricks from the weekly homestead and home organization segments at Joyful Homemaking
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