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The Frugal Connection
United States
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 3 เม.ย. 2024
I'm Terri and welcome to my channel! The Frugal Connection is my little corner of the web where I share plant-based whole food recipes, as well as tips on how to make your dollars stretch while working on your health. While I do make different types of recipes, most of the recipes I share here will be plant-based. I have lost 72 lbs. eating a plant-based, whole foods diet and do not use sugar, oil or processed foods.
I am a published author, speaker and my husband and I are in full-time ministry in a church in Western New York. Living on a small income for most of our married life has helped me learn how to make my dollars stretch. Often people say that eating a plant-based diet is expensive and I want to show how easy and affordable it can be.
I am a published author, speaker and my husband and I are in full-time ministry in a church in Western New York. Living on a small income for most of our married life has helped me learn how to make my dollars stretch. Often people say that eating a plant-based diet is expensive and I want to show how easy and affordable it can be.
Guilt-Free Chia Energy Bites
These chia bites are delicious and nutritious with no processed white sugar or added oils. They come together in less than 5 minutes.
You can find the recipe here: thefrugalconnection.com/frugal-connection-blog/f/guilt-free-chia-energy-bites
My website: thefrugalconnection.com
My new cookbook, Simple & Nutritious, can be found here: amzn.to/4a8YEeR
#plantbasedonabudget #veganonabudget #plantbasedwholefoods #energybites
You can find the recipe here: thefrugalconnection.com/frugal-connection-blog/f/guilt-free-chia-energy-bites
My website: thefrugalconnection.com
My new cookbook, Simple & Nutritious, can be found here: amzn.to/4a8YEeR
#plantbasedonabudget #veganonabudget #plantbasedwholefoods #energybites
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Making Healthy Food Choices While Sick
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I've been sick with the flu all week, but even so, it's important to make healthy food choices. In fact, making healthy food choices can aid in the healing process. thefrugalconnection.com
Making Gluten free and Sugar free Vegan Apple Bread
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The holidays are over and for many it's a time to start eating healthier and eliminating sugar and fats. This is a gluten-free, sugar-free plant-based apple bread. It is simple to make and guilt-free! You can find the recipe on my blog: thefrugalconnection.com/frugal-connection-blog/f/gluten-free-sugar-free-apple-bread My website: thefrugalconnection.com Facebook: terriatthefrugalc...
Begin, Restart, or Reset your Diet in the New Year
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No matter where you are on your health journey, whether you are just starting, restarting or doing a reset in the new year - just begin. How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time! Set small daily goals and you will begin to see big changes. thefrugalconnection.com #plantbasedwholefoods #plantbaseddiet #startingyourdiet #dietjourney
Carrot Bean Soup
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#carrotbeansoup #beansoup #plantbasedonabudget #plantbasedwholefoods #plantbased
Quick & Easy Plant Based Chickpea Salad - Vegan, Healthy and Frugal
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In today's video I make a super easy and quick chickpea salad that you can spread on bread, a tortilla, crackers or lettuce wrap. You can find the recipe on my website by using this link: thefrugalconnection.com/frugal-connection-blog/f/quick-easy-chickpea-salad My new book, Simple & Nutritious: 52 Plant-Based Recipes can be found here: amzn.to/3ZrXare My website: thefrugalconnection.com My Fac...
Gluten-free, Oil-free, Dairy-free Banana Peanut Butter Cake Recipe
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In today's video I make a plant-based, whole food vegan banana peanut-butter cake. This cake is gluten-free, oil-free, dairy and egg free and is delicious. You can find the recipe here: thefrugalconnection.com/frugal-connection-blog/f/banana-peanut-butter-snack-cake My new book, Simple & Nutritious: 52 Plant-Based, Whole Food Recipes can be found here: amzn.to/4g0SVtD My website: thefrugalconne...
Making and Canning Homemade Sauerkraut Food Preservation
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Making sauerkraut is easy and it's such a delicious addition to meals. You just need cabbage and kosher salt and some patience. I can my sauerkraut for long term storage and canning does kill much of the probiotics in it, but it's still a delicious alternative to store-bought cabbage as well as a frugal alternative. You can find a written recipe for this here: creativecanning.com/canning-sauerk...
Making Cowboy Candy, Food Preservation Projects
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I was gifted with 2 lbs. of jalapenos and I made cowboy candy with them on today's video. This recipe is simple and easy. Either store in the refrigerator or can in a water bath. You can find the recipe here: therosehomestead.com/cowboy-candy/ My new cookbook, Simple & Nutritious can be found here: amzn.to/48MWIrX My website: thefrugalconnection.com Facebook: terriatthefrugalconnec...
Making and Canning Cranberry Juice, A Quick & Easy Method
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I'm doing a number of food preservation projects and in today's video I make and can cranberry juice the old fashioned way - quick and easy. You can find the recipe here: ninnescahmade.com/canning-cranberry-juice/ My website: thefrugalconnection.com My Facebook page: terriatthefrugalconnection #cranberryjuice #foodpreservation #canningandpreserving #makingcranberryjuice
What I Eat in a Day on a Plant Based Diet, Easy Vegan Meals
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Today's video walks you briefly through what I eat in a day on a plant-based, whole-food vegan diet. There is a lot of nutritious, healthy foods and I eat a variety of vegetables, fruit, whole grains, beans and legumes. I love eating this way! My new cookbook, Simple & Nutritious: 52 Plant-Based Whole Food Recipes can be found here: amzn.to/4hHM1e9 My website: thefrugalconnection.com Facebook: ...
Making an Easy Cantonese-Style Garlicky Eggplant Dish
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Do you struggle with knowing what to do with eggplant? In today's video I make an oil-free Cantonese-style Garlicky Eggplant with homemade hoisin sauce. This dish is delicious, nutritious and super easy to make. Here is the recipe: thefrugalconnection.com/frugal-connection-blog/f/cantonese-garlic-eggplant My new book, Simple & Nutritious: 52 Plant-Based Whole Food Recipes can be found here: amz...
Making a Deconstructed Sushi Bowl and a Word about Supplements
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I want to invite you along as I make a deconstructed sushi bowl for lunch. This is super easy with all the standard sushi ingredients without the difficulty of rolling the sushi. It's delicious, filling and nutritious. I also talk about the importance of eating a well-balance diet on a plant-based, whole food diet or at least, taking some supplements. My website: thefrugalconnection.com Faceboo...
Two Delicious Pumpkin Recipes - Pumpkin Soup (DAIRY-FREE) and Roasted Pumpkin Seeds (OIL-FREE)
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In today's video I am making two fall favorites - pumpkin soup and roasted pumpkin seeds. Both are dairy and oil-free. I eat a plant-based, whole food diet with no oil, sugar or highly processed foods. Eating this way doesn't have to cost a fortune nor is it difficult. Come and along and join me in my kitchen as I show how to intersect health with frugality. Both recipes can be found here: thef...
My 73 Lb WEIGHT LOSS Journey and 5 Lessons I Learned
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Since July 2023, I have lost 73 lbs. I share my weight loss story in this video and give 5 unexpected lessons I learned along the way. My new cookbook, Simple & Nutritious: 52 Plant-Based, Whole Food Recipes: amzn.to/4dRQloe My website: thefrugalconnection.com Facebook: terriatthefrugalconnection Some TH-cam videos I found helpful on my journey. www.youtube.com/@UCUPQjZzb_Gf_EuXTjA...
Making Pumpkin Muffins from Fresh Pumpkin (Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Oil-free)
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Making Pumpkin Muffins from Fresh Pumpkin (Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Oil-free)
Never Made Pie Crust Like THIS Before (VEGAN, OIL-FREE, DAIRY-FREE)
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Never Made Pie Crust Like THIS Before (VEGAN, OIL-FREE, DAIRY-FREE)
Applesauce Oat Cookies with NO OIL, NO DAIRY and NO GLUTEN
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Applesauce Oat Cookies with NO OIL, NO DAIRY and NO GLUTEN
Oil-free, Dairy-free Zucchini Muffins
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Oil-free, Dairy-free Zucchini Muffins
Middle Eastern Lentil & Quinoa Stuffed Zucchini
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Middle Eastern Lentil & Quinoa Stuffed Zucchini
Oil-free, Dairy-free, Gluten-free Banana Nut Muffins
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Oil-free, Dairy-free, Gluten-free Banana Nut Muffins
Thanks for sharing your story. You sound like me in a lot of ways, especially the cup half empty. I have so much to be grateful for, but I can let the smallest thing get me down. Here’s to no Debbie Downers in 2025!! 🎉
I’m sorry you are having problems with your camera. I can’t wait to try this recipe!
The card decides not to hold the video all of the sudden so I'll just have to keep an eye on it while recording. Happy New Year!
Hi, I’m glad you are back. I can’t wait to try this recipe!
Maple syrup and dates are sugar. Don't claim it's sugar free. That's just a lie.
Dates are a fruit. Maple syrup is not granulated processed white sugar. I do not use granulated sugar in any of my recipes.
@frugalconnection carbohydrates are broken down yo glucose in the body. Regardless of whether it's a fruit, a potato or straight up granulated sugar. Saying this is not sugar is not true. Or a display of huge ignorance in the very least.
@@lizisis77 have a good day.
She didn't say sugar free..she said guilt free.. You or I can't eat them..but somebody..obviously she can.. eat them guilt free.
We have the flu too- it’s pretty bad. Dr. Greger says when you are healing or sick, to eat extra protein. We’ve been nibbling on lots of beans. Glad you are feeling a little better 💗💗
It's definitely going around. I hope you feel better soon!
Great recipe! Brilliant advice especially about olive oil. Thanks for sharing.
I saved this video to watch on Jan 1st, as I'm committing (again!) to a healthy, plant-based diet. Thanks so much for sharing! I'm very grateful and inspired! I'd love to hear more about the questions your life-coach friend asked you, if you'd ever consider another video like this. Love the other vids too! Great content!
Thank you! And good luck on starting the new year off on a healthy foot!
That looks delicious. 😊
Thank you! It was very tasty and super easy to make.
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Looks a great spread, always very useful to have something tasty for sandwiches, wraps, toast etc. The weather definitely affects our mood, fortunately here in Spain we do get quite a lot of light during winter but on the darker days you do notice it. Take care and keep up with your walks 😊
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Sorry for the slightly long comment! 😊 But I felt it was important to mention. I want to give a little suggestion about this title if you don't mind! 😊 Hope this helps a bit and your video reaches more viewers. I loved your content so I just wanted to help! This title is not SEO-friendly because it doesn't have enough keywords that are relevant to the keyword-rich TH-cam search algorithm. For example, "Gluten-free, Oil-free, Dairy-free" is great, but adding more keywords will make the title more interesting, like "Banana Peanut Butter Cake Recipe" or "Healthy Banana Cake". These keywords are more likely to be searched for by people and can get you more viewers. Now if the title were something like this: "Gluten-free Banana Peanut Butter Cake Recipe | Oil-free & Dairy-free Healthy Dessert", that would be great! It contains important keywords: "Healthy Dessert", "Banana Cake Recipe", "Gluten-free", "Oil-free", "Dairy-free" - everyone searches for these. What do you think? How would you like to customize the title further?
Do you think oat flour would work?
Yes, I think that would work well.
Looks a lovely recipe, I have been using almond flour in things and like it very much. Thanks for sharing 😊
To save bananas- peel cut into chunks and freeze- I just toss into plastic freeze bags. When needed just mush up. Works great in smoothie, shajes and nice cream ( just bananas and cocoa/ carob or other fruits, flavoring blended like soft serve ice cream but no dairy or sugars)
Yes, I do that as well. Love using bananas in many dishes.
Oooohh!!! BIG BOWL OF SAUERKRAUT EVERY SINGLE MORNING!!!! It was driving me crazy And I said "Hey mom!, what's up with all these sauerkraut!?"
I made these today and they were delicious. Thank you for the recipe.
So glad you liked them!
Good luck, sorry, Im out as I detest jalapeños!
It would be sooo good with pineapple juice, for punch!
That sounds good!
Do you generally not have dessert ?
From time to time I do have a plant-based dessert. But generally, dessert is a piece of fruit.
@ thanks ! Everything looks delicious. I’m still eating a treat after dinner and am thinking of just weekend desserts. So very hard to give up !
Eggplant is one of those vegetables that people struggle with knowing what to make with it. Usually, it's just eggplant parmesan. What are some other dishes you have made with eggplant?
Love your channel! You are so down to earth! Do you have a good recipe for a vegan cheese sauce?
@peggywebb331, thank you! No, I do not have one yet. I've tried, but cheese was one of the things I had a hard time giving up and I just can't find anything that I like. Sorry, but nutritional yeast does NOT take like cheese! lol I'll have to keep working on it.
Thank you for this video. Did you struggle early on with concerns about the proper nutrition for each day? I’m never sure. God bless, Linda
Hi Linda, I did until I had my physical and had the doctor do a blood test to check for specific issues such as a b-12 deficiency. I had been eating this way for about 8 months so I knew it would show up if there was a problem. All my blood work came back normal. The only thing I've noticed in the past month is my hair is thinning which is disconcerting, so I am going to be also taking epa/dha supplements as well as zinc. I'm already taking iron, a b-complex and vitamin d. I also have tried to eat a variety of beans and legumes, grains and vegetables so I'm hitting all of the different nutrients. In other words, trying not to just eat the same thing all the time. Hope that makes sense.
New Subscriber, God meant for me to see you today. I need to lose about 40 to 50 pounds. I do eat plant based have for years, but lately been eating crazy.
Sounds good!
Can't wait to try the soup!❤
Ty!
❤ I will try the canellini beans. I usually use a plant based yogurt as the cream.
Thanks for sharing your journey. I am sure it will be of help to many. I think losing a parent is so hard and a lot of us comfort eat. I lost my lovely Mum to Alzheimer's nearly 3 years ago, it was a very long and sad journey. I felt your pain whilst you were remembering your Mum. I am sure she would be very proud of all that you have achieved. Much love ❤
Thank you and I'm sorry for your loss. It was a very hard time and I surprised myself as the tears sprung up so quickly. Wasn't expecting that and edited out a lot of them! No one wants to see my ugly cry face. lol
@@frugalconnection thank you ❤️ It was a very heartfelt video, shows how much your Mum meant to you ❤️
. . . I'm so thankful for your wonderful vid sharing with us & inspiring so many...I shared with my husb, specifically your 5th lesson learned...he, too, has always been very devout & used to be on BP meds, yet, IMHO, living thru his beautiful deceased Mom's life struggles, he inherited the "glass half empty" mentality...it has taken many years of gentle, loving urging to try to get him to focus on all his many blessings instead of everything that's wrong or missing, etc...for now, his "wiring" is still such that I will keep in my faith that he will soon be able to turn that negative mindset around so he can live a much happier, healthier life, tho he is pretty healthy as we have been vegans since 2018, & working towards a WFPB life...God Bless You So Much. . . 😊
Thank you so much for sharing. God is good all the time!! God’s original diet certainly is the best for us.
Absolutely!!
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Would you consider showing us how you make the pumpkin seeds into a snack? Also, how about a video showing us how to make vanilla extract your way? Thanks
Thanks for the suggestions, June. I actually need to figure out a way to do the pumpkin seeds without oil. I realized that after I mentioned it that in the past I've always drizzled olive oil on them so need to think of an alternative. But vanilla extract is on my list of videos to do.
I can drink tahini. Lol Hey by using chickpea flower they have great protein!!
Thank you!
What are the ingredient measurements?
The link to the recipe is in the description box which is right below the video. You can also use this link: thefrugalconnection.com/frugal-connection-blog/f/oil-and-dairy-free-pie-crust
Thank you.new to wfpb.
Good job! I love your way of eating. I’m eating more and more whole foods every day. My taste buds have changed while I incorporate new ideas. I really appreciate your channel.
Measurements of cinnamon, baking powder, soda, salt
The recipe link is in the description box below the video. You can use this one as well: thefrugalconnection.com/frugal-connection-blog/f/plant-based-chickpea-cookies?blogcategory=Baked+Goods
Looks great ! It does take time to get used to this way of eating, but is well worth it! Thank you !💗
I am living your channel!❤
Thank you!
Delighted to find this great recipe Terri. I'm not vegan but like to have a non dairy/non egg version of a healthy cookie. Every blessing to you. G Ire
Hope you like it! As I often say, I think the biggest health thing I would encourage is to find a way to cut sugar and some of the highly processed things out one's diet. Not everyone is going to want to eat the way I do, but every step towards better health is a success!
Love tahini! I could drink it!! Ty and congrats on your journey
Tidbit, you do want organic and glycophosphate free oats. They are horribly sprayed and treated otherwise
10/8 - thanks Teri I’m making this cookie soon.
Glad your health has been restored .
Just found your channel. Really am in alignment with your ideals of wanting to spend your time living healthy and abundantly so you can be the person God wanted you to be. And be of service to Him. I have not lived my life in a healthy way at all. I was plant based for about five years with the occasional slip up. But when I retired in 2020 and returned home to Texas to be near family I first let one thing slip, then another, and after about 6 months being home, family dinners and comments. Plus an old addiction ( know that sounds weird) to bbq and smoked meats, I was back on the standard American diet. Weight has ballooned up to around 200 lbs on my five foot one frame. I was an avid walker and long distance hiker. And because of the weather extremes where I moved to, and lack of much when it comes to hiking trails more than a stroll I. The park, I became lazy. So, now after some prayer and tears, I am walking twice a day, up and down a very steep hill nearby. Going early in the morning and evening after it cools down a bit. Gradually using up the food I have and replacing everything up with healthier choices and plant based no. Processed proteins. On my very tight budget I simply cannot waste food. So I figure I have about another month till the white pasta, rice, and any remaining animal products are gone. Thankfully I never really got into the habit of baking so not a lot of stash there to worry about. I have stopped buying grazing foods other than some sliced veggies and salsa I like to keep on hand. But the main thing I stocked up on are all the knorr sides. I will end up taking those to food bank. I am still drinking a lot of coffee. My doctor has me on some protein drinks once a day (. I have a malabsorption disorder and don’t absorb proteins of any type well. , plant or animal ). So I found a good Whole Foods plant based protein powder , vanilla flavor which I sweeten with a few drops of stevia. It’s a little grainy. But if I blend it in my mini blender the grit disappears and it goes well in my coffee and tea. I have replaced my hot teas with good herbal teas. And plan once my current tea is gone trying some of the brewable herbal coffee replacements out there. I still have lots to do to get back where I was. But I am already starting to notice a difference and notice my clothes starting to loosen up a bit. ❤
Good for you for working to get your health back; one small step at a time! ❤
You have one of the great mixers of that brand. The reason I say that is because presently, most of the metal parts within the mixers body have been replaced with plastics, and a lesser quality motor. It has affected the quality and durability in f the present day mixers so much, that kitchen aid even tells you in the manual with the machines to never knead bread dough or mix heavy batters longer than two minutes. And since a lot of people got them either to mix heavy cookie doughs or knead bread it has caused issues. A friend of mine has had the motors burn out on three or four of them in a row all within 3 months after getting them. One would burn out. She would return to kitchen aid who would send her a new one under warranty. This happened several times until she finally demanded her money back. At first kitchen aid refused. Because the actual warranty is to get a new mixer. She has a you tube channel with 100 thousand subscribers. And partner you tube channels that do cook along and collaborations with her. So huge online presence with Facebook groups. So she made a video about her experience and posted it. And sent a link to kitchen aid. In about a month she got her money back. No letter or anything. Just a check. This is not the kitchen aid company we all remember.
. . . my heart aches for you feeling that you have to cook dead decaying flesh with all it's highly inflammatory props & it's antibiotics & steroids, etc...I pray you get a chance to see Dr Brooke Goldner's many very good tips & advice on how your Precious Son can be gently & lovingly swayed to totally leave the meat so that many innocent lives will be saved, in addition to his own health becoming so much improved...also, maybe he will be convinced to watch The Game Changers... "What the Health" . . . God Bless You So Much for all your work towards the good of so many... 🙏🙏🙏
Hi! All of your recipes are delicious and so creative. Thank you for sharing. I can't find this recipe from your link or how to search on your site. Could you help me please? Thanks again
This particular recipe is not on my website because it's in my new cookbook, Simple & Nutritious: 52 Plant-Based Whole Food Recipes. Many of the recipes I have created on this channel can be found on my website under the blog. However, because this one is in my book I haven't listed it there.
@@frugalconnection thank you so much. My medical bills are really high right now. As soon as I can swing it I'll purchase. Thanks again for your videos!
Thank you for sharing ❤
looks good. do you happen the know the carbs and calories
Yes, I cut it into 16 pieces and each piece was 194 calories, 33 grams carbs, and 3.5 grams protein.