From Recipes to "Kitchen Math"

Frugal Organic Mama started in 2013 with a simple mission by Suzanne Williamson: help families eat organic without going broke.

The Legacy (2013-2023)

For over a decade, this site shared stories about urban chicken farming, CSA boxes, and the struggle of raising three girls while trying to avoid processed dinosaur nuggets. Suzanne's philosophy was simple but powerful:

"Being frugal is about saving money where you can so that you can afford the things you really care about."

Her most famous recipe, the Tropical Kale Smoothie, was featured on Parade.com and became a staple in thousands of kitchens. It proved you could eat organic greens for under $1.50 per serving.

The Evolution (2025)

Today, we continue that mission with a new focus: Technology. We realized that the biggest cause of food waste isn't bad recipes—it's bad math.

We rebuilt Frugal Organic Mama to be the home of the Smart Kitchen Toolkit. We build simple, privacy-focused calculators to help you cook with precision. No apps to download, no accounts to create, no ads tracking you around the internet.

Our Philosophy

We believe in:

• Precision over guesswork — Math saves money and reduces waste
• Privacy — Your kitchen habits are your business
• Simplicity — Tools should be intuitive, not overwhelming
• Sustainability — Organic, local, and minimal waste

What We're Building

Our current toolkit includes calculators for microwave defrosting, fermentation brines, and DIY cleaning solutions. We're constantly adding new tools based on what our community needs most.

Coming soon: sourdough hydration calculators, recipe scalers, and meal planning optimization tools.

Get in Touch

Have a calculator idea? Found a bug? Just want to say hi? We'd love to hear from you. Drop us a line at hello@frugalorganicmama.com