7 Ways to Save Money (and Calories!) in the New Year

January comes with a flurry of new year's resolutions. Many of these are aimed toward eating healthier and saving money after an extravagant holiday season. Luckily, these two resolutions go hand in hand and accomplishing both of them is easier than you think! Here are a few simple ways to stick to both resolutions, with small changes that can add up to big benefits - on the scale and the pocketbook. - By Julie Van Rosendaal

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Make homemade pizza dough
You'll save a ton of money and can choose healthier ingredients to top your pizza with.
Healthy Homemade Pizza Dough
Ingredients:
1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
1 cup warm water
2 cups all-purpose or bread flour
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 tsp. white sugar
1 tsp. salt
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water; let stand until creamy/foamy, about 10 minutes.
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Photo by: Julie Van Rosendaal
Make homemade pizza dough
You'll save a ton of money and can choose healthier ingredients to top your pizza with.
Healthy Homemade Pizza Dough
Ingredients:
1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
1 cup warm water
2 cups all-purpose or bread flour
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 tsp. white sugar
1 tsp. salt
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water; let stand until creamy/foamy, about 10 minutes.
2. Add the flour, olive oil, sugar and salt; stir well to combine, then knead until the dough is soft and elastic. Cover and rise until doubled in volume, 30 minutes to an hour.
3. Turn dough out onto a well floured surface. Form dough into a round and roll out into a pizza crust shape. Cover with your favorite sauce and toppings and bake in preheated 450F oven until golden, about 20 minutes. less

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