This week is the start of a 1 month shopping challenge. In it I will try to spend only $250 on all groceries, gas, entertainment, clothing, etc. Not included is monthly bills, like mortgage, insurance, utilities, etc. We have tons of food in our freezer from meats, to veggies from the garden, so I am really going to focus on using what we have and becoming creative in our meal plans. I will still buy milk, fresh fruits and necessities (like diapers), but I will try to make as much as I can and use foods from our freezer and pantry. We also have okra and peppers still growing in our garden so I will use these as well and a constant supply of eggs now that we have chickens. Wish me luck!
Breakfasts:
Banana Nut Muffins (recipe to come)
Blueberry Pancakes
Bacon and Eggs
Dinners:
Pork Chops, sauteed okra, Mac & Cheese
Leftovers
Deserts & Snacks
Flourless Peanut Butter Cookies
Baked Custard (picture and recipe courtesy of Lynn’s Kitchen)
For more menu inspiration, check out orgjunkie.com
What do you have planned for the week?
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Good luck on your challenge:-)
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I was thinking about trying that custard too — it looks delicious.
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Good luck! I can’t wait to see what you come up with!!
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Looks like a yummy week!
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Oh that custard looks fabulous!
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Your menu looks fantastic! It boggles my mind how you’ll be able to only spend $250 on all that stuff for ONE MONTH!! I spend that on just groceries in a 2-week period!
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What a great idea! Can’t wait to hear how it goes!
I always try to plan the meals for the week ahead so we stick closer to our budget when we shop, but it can be really hard! So far, this week we’ll be enjoying tacos, stuffed bell peppers, baked pasta and thai curry.
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That is an excellent goal! I totally need to do something like that.
How do you freeze your veggies? Do you blanch them first or stew them or?
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OMG! Looks HEAVENLY! MMMmmm! …I’ve been up to some silly crafting…stop by the blog if you get a moment and be inspired! LOL…Well…at least have a good chuckle!:-)
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I’ll be following to see how it goes with your challenge. That’s a pretty spectacular goal you have set for yourself. I think you will succeed, of course. Come join me for Crock Pot Wednesday again this week. I will look forward to seeing you there.
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