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WIS, WWA | I had no plan

The Frugal Girl

What I Spent I went into this week with absolutely no menu plan…I was just winging it all week long and still, we didn’t eat out at all. Tuesday I sauteed the rest of the chicken tenderloins and used them in a green salad, with homemade croutons on top. I think we just had some fruit on the side.

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Menu Plan Thursday!

The Coupon Game

Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore w/Whole Wheat Penne Crockpot Tortilla Soup (video recipe) w/half Boar's Head Chicken Sandwich Grilled Chicken Breasts w/Roasted Potatoes & Steamed Broccoli Homemade Tomato Soup w/Grilled Cheese Sandwiches Homemade Fish Sticks w/Salad We'll be eating out!

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Menu Plan Thursday

The Coupon Game

PB & Honey Sandwiches, Grapes, Greek Yogurt, & Popcorn Turkey Wraps, Watermelon, Cheese Stick, & Tortilla Chips Homemade Lunchables, Cottage Cheese, Pineapple Chunks, Granola Bar PB & Honey Sandwiches, Banana, Broccoli w/Ranch Dressing, Popcorn DINNER: ( You'll notice I'm keeping it simple this week. Labor Day - Eat Out!

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Menu Plan Thursday

The Coupon Game

It's been forever since I've posted a menu plan. Thus, the weekly menu has not been what it ought to be. I notice I tend to desire to eat out more when the menu isn't planned, which in turn causes a higher cost in our food budget. That needs to get nipped in the bud!

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Valentine’s Day Menu Planning Tips & Recipe Ideas

Family Balance Sheet

Heading out for Valentine’s Day dinner sounds lovely, but long lines, high prices, and the cost of a babysitter, can keep many of us in for the holiday. Sure, we’d love to eat out and have someone else prepare and serve our food, but that would involve a babysitter and a food tab. Homemade Chocolate Pudding.

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How to Save Money on Groceries

Family Balance Sheet

There’s a reason why menu planning is #1 on this list. When I plan a menu, my spending is generally under control. When I don’t plan, I make multiple trips to the store, eat out too often, and most certainly blow our budget. And I promise you that I do feed them–lol! Thaw as needed.

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How to Save Money on Groceries

Family Balance Sheet

There’s a reason why menu planning is #1 on this list. When I plan a menu, my spending is generally under control. When I don’t plan, I make multiple trips to the store, eat out too often, and most certainly blow our budget. And I promise you that I do feed them–lol! Thaw as needed.