Well, the financial situation has seemingly abated, but it's a nice feeling to know that despite the low finances we've been able to eat well, and even have food in the house. I did the shopping this morning for the coming week, and apart for $5 I need to spend still on veggies later in the week for stir fry, I came in under $50 for the week. Not a bad effort.
Monday - Meat pie, mashed potato & peas & corn
Tuesday - Apricot Chicken Drumsticks, rice & beans
Wednesday - Sausages & potato salad
Thursday - Crumbed chicken & Potato salad
Friday - Dinner out (we're childless)
Saturday - Pork Stir Fry (childless again and the kids don't like it)
Sunday - Roast chicken, roast veggies and Apple crumble for dessert
I picked up some more great meat specials this week. 700g of Stir Fry Pork for $5, 6 chicken burger patties for $4, and 4 lamb chops for $3.50. The last two will go in the freezer for next week.
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Well done! You should be proud!
August 13, 2007 at 12:23 PM
what a great job on the meal plan this week!! Apricot drumsticks sound divine!!
August 13, 2007 at 12:42 PM
your menu looks yummy!
August 13, 2007 at 1:17 PM
your menu looks yummy!
August 13, 2007 at 1:17 PM
You did extreamly well. I would love to feed my family for the week for under $50
Your menu looks wonderful as well.
I would love to see the recipe for the Apricot Chicken Drumsticks, that sounds really tasty.
Have a great week.
August 13, 2007 at 1:26 PM
Sounds good!
Just have to tell you... up until a week or so ago, I had this exact same template. You're the first person I've seen who has also used it! :)
August 14, 2007 at 1:14 AM
You did well and your menu looks great!
August 14, 2007 at 2:05 AM
You did great with your shopping budget and such a wonderful meal plan too! Have a wonderful week.
August 14, 2007 at 6:50 AM
Looks like a great menu! I'm trolling for next week.
August 20, 2007 at 10:43 AM
I have a great recipe for chicken burger patties if you want it. It makes lots.
September 3, 2007 at 9:09 PM