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TJ Maxx Shopping Hacks

Do you ever shop at TJ Maxx? I love finding a deal and this store is a pretty good spot for that on most items, but which ones are really a bargain? Here’s how to navigate this off-price retail store 🤗

Let’s start with prices. The items with red tags clearly have been marked down, but you can actually find the original price by looking at the last four digits on the tag. Purple tags are designer items, and yellow tags are final clearance.

What to buy: pet supplies and their food items are a go- they are great quality and have the best discounts. Luggage is also a must-buy here! You can find major deals on some of the best luggage on the market.

Be careful with designer items and make sure to inspect them – they usually have been reported for quality issues. Their cosmetics are usually a skip as most items have already been turned into samples.

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The Easiest Comforter Laundry Hack

When’s the last time you washed your comforter? Honestly, I used to dread it! It’s big, bulky and always ended up in a tangled mess, but not any more! Here’s how to wash your comforter, and it’s easier than you thought.

LORAfied Comforter Laundry Hack

Before you even take your comforter off the bed, start by spot treating just like you would with any piece of clothing. The most important step is folding- instead of picking it up in a big ball, fold it accordion style and head to the machine.

The secret to make sure this guy doesn’t bunch up in the wash is to place it in vertically. When it comes to laundry detergent, use half the amount you would for a normal load.

Use cold or warm water, but not hot. Go with the heavy-duty setting, and tumble on low.

How easy is that?! Here is the link to my favorite comforter, and it’s on sale!

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Easy Potato Chip Pork Chops

Who grew up eating pork chops? I loved them as a kid and still love them, especially when they’re encrusted in potato chips 😋 I know, it sounds crazy, but trust me, this combo is delicious! My family loves this recipe and I hope yours will, too!

LORAfied Potato Chip Pork Chops
4 boneless pork chops approx. 1 inch thick
1 cup ranch dressing
4 Tablespoons grated Parmesan or pecorino Romano
1 bag Doritos chips (7.5 oz – 9 oz bag) or your favorite chips

Preheat oven to 425F
Pour ranch dressing over pork chops, turning to coat, set aside.
Using a food processor, crush the chips into the consistency of breadcrumbs.
Line baking sheet with parchment paper, then top with baking rack.
Cut an additional 4 small sheets of parchment paper a little larger than the pork chops.

Taking one pork chop at a time, dip in chip crumbs, coating on sides and edges.
Place each piece on a small piece of parchment paper on top of the baking rack.
Bake for 20 mins or until the pork reaches and internal temp of 145F. Let rest 3-10 mins before serving. Temp will continue to rise as it rests.

NOTE: When serving, pickup each piece with the parchment and slide onto your plate 😉

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The Best Target Shopping Hacks

Even though I love Target, there’s a few things I won’t buy. Here is my guide to shopping at Target, including the products to skip on and save.

Let’s start with the stuff we all need. Toiletries like body-wash and toothpaste can definitely be found at other stores for much cheaper. In most cases, Walmart beats Target by a mile. And generally, store brands are a really good deal, but Target’s diapers have not done well in testing. I suggest Costco for those.

When it comes to gift supplies and party items, dollar stores are way more affordable. If you are looking for higher quality, head to TJ Maxx or Ross. And if you are looking for affordable decorative bins, check out Home Goods, TJ Maxx, or Marshall’s.

Attention pet owners: skip out on Target’s pet food and supplies. You can find better deals at Costco, Sam’s club, and online. And finally, when it comes to electronics, unless it’s a blowout sale, you can usually find better deals at Best Buy or Amazon.

Stay tuned or more easy shopping tips and the best ways to save.

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My 6 Ingredient Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding

My cinnamon roll bread pudding is going to be your new favorite way of eating cinnamon rolls. You don’t even need to turn on the oven. It’s so good and simple you’re going to love it! The best part is, it’s less than a dollar per serving.

LORAfied Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding

SLOW COOKER BREAD PUDDING

2 cans cinnamon rolls (12 oz cans) setting frosting packets aside
4 eggs
1/2 cup half & half
3 Tbsp. maple syrup
2 tsp. Vanilla
1 tsp. cinnamon

Spray your slow cooker
Cut rolls into quarters, covering the bottom of your dish
Pour 1 packet of the frosting (which comes in the can) over the pieces
Whisk together the 5 other ingredients and pour on top
Slow cook on low 3.5 – 4 hours
Serve with the remaining frosting packet

P.S. Here’s the slow cooker I use and love

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Trader Joe’s Money Savers

It’s time for the truth about Trader Joe’s! If their store brands look familiar, it’s because they are. You can save big on a lot of your favorites at TJ’s (80% of their products are private label) same product, just different packing! Here are some of my favorite Trader Joe’s finds for less.

Ranch Dressing (Kid 3’s favorite): Hidden Valley

Smoothies and juices: Naked

Oatmeal: McCann’s

Dairy free yogurt: forager

Pita chips: Stacy’s

Crackers: Carr’s

Tomato Soup: Pacific Foods

Pistachios: Wonderful

Hummus: Tribe

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Low Carb Fast Food Guide

How often do you find yourself eating on the go? Now that school and sports are in back in full swing, I’ll be rolling through drive-thrus more than I’d like. As someone who tries to eat low carb, fast food can be a tough, here are some of my favorite orders 🤗

LORAfied Low Carb Fast Food Guide

McDonald’s

What to order: Double quarter pounder with cheese, no bun, and no ketchup.

42 g protein, 4 net carbs (with no sauce), 540 calories

To make it more exciting, make a sauce by mixing buffalo and ranch. This sauce is low carb and SO tasty!

SKIP: Sauces can be tricky and add unneccesary carbs. The sweet & sour, hot mustard, tangy bbq, and ketchups aren’t low carb friendly.

Chick-fil-A

What to order: 12 count grilled nuggets

38 g protein, 2 net carbs (with no sauce), 200 calories

Mixing their zesty buffalo sauce with their house sauce is a delicious low carb hack.

What to order: Cool wrap in a bowl

42 g protein, 5 net carbs (with no sauce), 350 calories

By ordering the bowl option, you are saving a lot of carbs!

SKIP: The spicy chicken sandwhich… believe it or not, it actually has more carbs. The Polynesian sauce is a no go if you are watching your carbs.

Taco Bell

What to order: Chicken Power Bowl

21 g protein, 4 net carbs (with no sauce), 240 calories

This is one for the easiest fast food restaurants to eat at, and they have a ton of low carb options! Most of their sauces here are a go… even the nacho cheese sauce.

A few extras…LOW CARB SKIP LIST:

Bread, Wraps, Biscuits – ask for a lettuce wrap or in a bowl
Anything fried: chicken, fries, desserts
Rice
Beans
Chips
Watch the sauces, 2 Polynesian sauces at Chick-Fil-A has as many carbs as a bun!

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Back to School Organizing Hacks

Back to school is exciting but also terrifying. Not to worry, though! Here are 3 easy hacks to tackle the season.

When I said “tackle it,” I meant it! Turn a tackle box into a one-stop-shop for all of your school supplies. Everything is in one place, and the kids can easily carry it from room to room.

Now, grab a a dish rack. I turned this guy into a school supplies caddy!

Lastly, turn a shoe caddy into school supplies storage! It fits right behind the door for whenever you need it. You got this sister!

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My 3 Ingredient Air Fryer Peach Cobbler

This is the easiest peach cobbler hack ever with only 3 ingredients. This recipe took me a while to perfect, as the topping to butter ratio was a trick! One night I blew through 6 cans of peaches trying to get this one right 😳 But the outcome was worth it!

LORAfied Air Fryer Peach Cobbler:
3/4 cup yellow cake mix
2 can of peaches, drained, saving a little bit of the juice
4 tablespoons syrup from the peaches
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Preheat air fryer to 325F
Carefully place baking dish (I use a 7.5” round) in air fryer
Spray with avocado oil
Dump in both cans of drained peaches
Sprinkle peaches with cinnamon, if desired
Sprinkle dry cake mix on top of the peaches
Drizzle peach juice and melted butter over dry cake mix
Air fry at 325F for 20 mins.

Note: each air fryer is different, so cooking times may vary slightly. Also, the dish will be super hot when it’s done, so I just leave it in the air fryer basket and serve it from there. For extra flavor, add 1 tsp. vanilla to the melted butter before drizzling it on.

My Air Fryer

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The Best Travel Accessories for Hair Tools, Jewelry and More

Do you travel with some sort of hair tool or jewelry? Both can be super tricky to pack, but not anymore! I’m in love with this sleek hair organizer and wait until you see what I’ve found for jewelry! Plus a few more fun things to making packing easier.

LORAfied-Approved Travel Accessories

Let’s start with this guy. It’s the perfect answer to all things hair. Your flat iron even fits in there. The best part? It protects the counter from heat!

If you’re tired of things busting open in transit, these rubber sleeves will keep ’em secure.

To keep your necklaces from getting tangled, check this gadget out. Drop the necklace in, wrap it around, and close the cap.

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This one’s my favorite. These individual jewelry pouches keep everything protected and organized.

I LOVE clear makeup cases, and this one’s a goody! Your makeup goes on the bottom and brushes on the top.

Lastly, my teen is loving these travel pouches. They’re great for ‘stuff’, and I love them too.

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How to Survive the Taylor Swift Era’s Tour

Raise your hand if going to a concert with 60,000 screaming teens sounds like your idea of fun 😉 I never thought I would be going to a Taylor Swift Concert, but we did it. It’s amazing what you’ll do for your kids. Admittedly, at one point in my life it did sound like a blast, but at 53, I can finally say I’m beginning to understand my mom. Here’s how we survived the Taylor Swift Era’s Tour.

The first thing I learned is that you are supposed to dress like an album. I ended up finding a shirt with starts on it… but Scooter had no idea. We got the shoes right, though! Sneakers are key.

Thankfully, Kid 2’s friend brought the bracelets to trade. Again, we had no idea. Something we did get right at our age was the ear plugs. Maybe I am a Taylor Swift fan after all! Shop one of my favorite Amazon ear plugs HERE!

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