How to Cut Out Single Use "Disposable" Items

Watch this video for some really great ideas from the 365 Days Of Trash blog.


Lots of great ideas, I really love the fork and spoon in a toothpaste container idea.

Zucchini and Rice

I still had a yellow zucchini from the Farmers' Market from a week ago, it was starting to shrivel up so I had to think of some way to use it up quickly.

I had a package of Sidekicks Wild Rice blend, so I just threw it in my ricecooker with the zucchini pieces on top. So easy.
Update: The Wild Rice blend was a bit salty, so I`ll try another one next time. I found the Broccoli-Cheese Rice was good with zucchini pieces.

Try it out with other rice blends too. Try to find the Sidekicks or No Name brand ones on sale to save a bit more on this meal.

Fried Rice - Lao style

This is a great recipe, a bit of a twist on regular old fried rice.


I really enjoyed this recipe, I skipped the fish sauce, the eggs could be left out too, if preferred. The tomatoes and cilantro add a little something different.

Try Nabob

This is my newest BzzAgent campaign.



I received a sample of Nabob coffee Full City a dark roast and Breakfast Blend (which just happens to be my favourite).

I tried out the Full City (pictured above) right away, it's quite good but with a slightly bitter aftertaste. Overall, an enjoyable cuppa.

I also received a bunch of $2.00 off coupons to give out to friends and family, etc.

It's nice to see a company using 50% recylable material in their new cardboard packaging. Each canister is up to 34% lighter and is Forest Stewardship Council Certified helping to ensure support of responsible forest management worldwide.

Try this coffee out in my Soy Frappuccino recipe today. This CrockPot Honey Cake Recipe uses 1/2 cup coffee and looks quite tasty!

Frugal Tips:
Don't throw out the leftover coffee or tea. Pour it into empty ice cube trays and freeze for iced coffee or iced tea.