Reply #88: #1 TVP

[lumberjack_jeff]

TVP is Textured Vegetable Protein. It is made from soybeans after the oils are removed. Much cheaper than hamburger.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Textured_vegetable_protein

#2 Soy Flour makes an excellent egg alternative in baked goods.

#3 No cable. No dish.

#4 No phone long distance. Use a calling card and program the pin into your phone.

#5 Buy in mass quantities. I currently have #150 of flour in my pantry.

#6 Woodstove. (if you have to buy the wood, it might not be as good a deal)

#7 Library. Books, movies and access to vast online resources.

#8 Car insurance: Liability insurance only. No personal injury insurance because it is redundant to your normal medical insurance.

#9 Change your oil frequently and religiously (yourself) with the cheapest oil and filter you can find. If you're familiar with your car, most breakdowns can be avoided, and you won't be intimidated by fixing the ones that occur yourself.

#10 Plan ahead and shop for groceries no more than twice a month. (naturally, perishables like milk must be purchased more often)

Bonus #11 Garage sales... but only if you know what you need. $5 for a VCR might seem like a good deal, but not if you need a bigger house because you already have six.