Welcome to The Frugal Girls… I’m so glad you stopped by!
Who is The Frugal Girl?
So this is me… Heidi Miller, and I’m the Frugal Girl and author here behind The Frugal Girls blog!
I live in sunny Arizona with my husband, and enjoy soaking up the sunshine when I’m not busy cooking and baking up a storm in the kitchen.
I’ve been developing reliable, quick and easy recipes with massive flavor since 2009. They’re the kind that get rave reviews and will have family and friends begging for the recipe. And the best part is… no one will know just how EASY they were to make! Don’t worry, that will be our little secret.
Keep reading to learn how this all got started…
About The Frugal Girls Blog
Here’s what you can look forward to on the blog… Food, Food, and more Glorious Food!
That’s right… here you’ll find over 500 delicious, trusted Frugal Girls Recipes your whole family will LOVE!
From quick and Easy Dinner Recipes to crowd-pleasing party Appetizers, and Easy Drink Recipes to viral Quick and Easy Dessert Recipes, there’s something fun for everyone!
Plus, with every simple shortcut imaginable and simple step-by-step instructions, you’ll become a kitchen superstar in no time!
How I Got Started Cooking and Baking
Growing up in a small town in Washington, I spent a lot of time indoors. That’s because it was raining. Seriously… it was always raining. So inside it was. Maybe that’s why I loved cooking and baking with my friends. You could only play inside so long before you got a little hangry!
Grandma Used Butter Like it was Going Out of Style!
My grandma played a BIG role inspiring me in the kitchen… her love of cooking and baking was contagious! She was the one who taught me about the importance of quality ingredients, precision in baking, and most importantly… cooking with LOVE! Oh, and real butter… oh how she loved butter!
Grandma was a treasure trove of delectable Dutch recipes passed down from her immigrant grandparents, and holidays spent at my grandparents’ house were the most delicious days of the year! Talk about scrumptious celebrations!
A Way to a Man’s Heart is Through His Stomach… Seriously!
Yes, you’ve heard the staying, and oh how true it is! After meeting my husband when we were just 19, I knew I had to kick up the kitchen skills and spoil him with what he really wanted. You know, what all men want… food and more FOOD!
Now I have been creating easy Recipes From My Kitchen for years and years, and love finding ways to make them easier, more budget-friendly, and just downright sensational!
More About Heidi…
After graduating college, my life became a whirlwind of wild mayhem. Over the course of a few years, my husband and I got married, bought 3 houses and sold 2, had 2 sweet little boys, got a goofy border collie named Roy, got a wild cat who had a litter of adorable kittens, and then relocated from Washington to Phoenix, Arizona. Phew!
Debt Free and Budget Friendly
I’ve also been completely debt free for over 15 years, and am so grateful for the peace and freedom that comes from that. That’s why the recipes you’ll find here always lean on the budget-friendly side, because delicious doesn’t need to be expensive!
Dream Day
My perfect day would include Water (pool, lake, beach… it’s all good), Dark Chocolate, and copious amounts of Coffee. Seriously, LOTS!
Professional Background
Education
My Bachelor’s Degree is in Business Administration from Seattle Pacific University, with an emphasis in Cross Cultural studies. And yes, that’s what inspired my love of international cuisine!
Work Experience
Coffee Culture
During college, I also worked an internship for the Starbucks Coffee Headquarters in Seattle. I worked in the Supply Chain Operations Department, and this is where my coffee obsession spiraled out of control.
You see, around every corner in the office was a fully stocked self-serve coffee bar. We were all taught how to make every popular handcrafted drink on the menu, and encouraged to enjoy as much as we wanted throughout the work day… all of free of charge.
Self restraint had I none!
The good news is… because of that experience, now you can re-create your favorite Coffee Drink Recipes at home, too!
Finance
I worked in Accounting and Purchasing for 4+ years, and have been sleuthing for the best deals and prices for as long as I can remember. The skills I learned in those jobs, I apply every day when creating budget-friendly recipes for you!
Healthcare Human Resources
After working in Finance, I worked for 11 years as a Human Resources Recruiter, 10 of those in the healthcare field. I love helping others become the very best version of themselves! Working for a hospital and directly with every single department, I also earned the importance and impact of nourishing foods, home-cooked meals, and gathering around the table.
How The Frugal Girls Blog Got Started
I started The Frugal Girls in 2009 after being laid off during the recession, and it has developed into such a fun, vibrant community of people looking for simple ways to save more money and enjoy budget-friendly recipes with serious flavor! It’s such an honor being able to serve each and every one of you… and help you become a kitchen sensation!
The Chief Taste Tester
Are you ready to meet the taste tester? Here he is… and he proudly lives up to his job!
Love at First Sight!
My handsome hubby and I met when we were 19, and have been happily married over 27 years. Love at first sight and fairy tales really do exist… and nothing beats spending every day with your best friend!
Professional Taste Tester
My husband is one of those guys that has a voracious appetite and is a total foodie. Thankfully, he’s a willing taste tester to anything I make, and the driving force behind making things over and over again and tweaking them until they taste amazing. Restaurant quality flavor? Yep, that’s what he wants! That also means ALL recipes you’ll find here are 100% man-approved!
In The Press
The Frugal Girls has been honored to be featured in several tv news, radio, and online media segments!
Here are just a few of the Press and Media Mentions.
The Frugal Girls Reviews
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Hey there, on your taco seasoning recipe, do you use the entire recipe to 1lb meat? or is there a measurement of all the ingredients that you use? thank you-looking forward to trying this.
Hi JoAnn,
Yes, the Taco Seasoning recipe is the perfect amount for 1 pound of meat.
https://thefrugalgirls.com/2015/02/easy-homemade-taco-seasoning-recipe.html
Hope this helps ~ Heidi
If you lived closer… I would give you such a big hug ! … and a big THANK YOU, to my friend in California for forwarding your recipe for HOMEMADE HAMBURGER BUNS. I’m 85 years old and have been looking for the perfect hamburger bun recipe. I’ve tried so many… only to have them be dense like hockey pucks, or flavorless.
I tried your recipe, yesterday, and topped them with Everything Bagel seasoning. They were light on the inside, a bit of a crust on the outside, and made exactly 8 large buns. And easy to put together.
So grateful that we have (my son and I) finally found our ‘perfect’ recipe !
LaDonna, I am so glad you liked my hamburger bun recipe. I love that you topped it with everything bagel seasoning. That adds the perfect finishing touch!
I hope you have a beautiful week, Heidi!
Hi there, I just found your blog and love it. I have just recently, like 30 days ago started a blog. I am a forty something mom and wanted to start something new. Needed something for me. I get down on some days, just not feeling like I am good enough. Enough of that rant, sorry!! Just wanted to say I love your blog and see you as an inspiration!!!
Aww… you’re so sweet Jasmin… thank you so much for the sweet comment. You just made my day! Congratulations on your new blog!!
I just found your page today. I love your content, its my new favorite and one of the best sites yet! I am excited to start exploring ways to save money. Grateful for all of your recipes, organization and travel. You done a lot of great work!
Aww… thank you, Erica! You’re so kind… and I’m so happy to have you here! 🙂
I just found you today ! Great web site. It’s now my favorite !!
You’re so sweet… thanks, Lynn! You just made my day! 🙂
I have a 9 x 13 Casserole Slow Cooker. Can I make your recipes in it?
Hi Larry… yes, a 9×13 slow cooker should work just fine for the majority of crockpot recipes on this site. 🙂
I knew you were in Phoenix when I saw your picture. My youngest son lives over in Queens Creek with his family. I’ve been down there several times and would like to live there now that I am retired.
How nice, Patricia… Queen Creek is such a lovely town. You will love living there! 🙂