Shopping list for Menu Mar 1st - 7th

How did you shopping list go last week? Did you save any money?

If you are new here, I bet you are wondering why I am giving you a shopping list with no menu. I am trying to get you a week ahead.  Usually when you make your menu, you make a list of what you want then go buy it. Well, some of the items may not be on sale. My goal is to let you buy what's on sale this week, then I'll have a menu off of what you already have.  If you do it this way, you buy what's on sale (save money), then I'll have a menu to go with you sale items (saves time). Saving time, money, and stress is Resolution 3 & 10.

Here is a printable shopping list of everything you will need for my menu this week along with some good buys. Plus I left a few extra spaces to add your additional items for snacks/breakfast/lunches.

Remember, some of the stuff I am using I bought on sale previously. If you follow my shopping list, you'll have the stock and save money too!

*I have added a bonus.*
I made an excel sheet with a list of prices and a place where you can add your prices as well. Then you can see how much your menu actually cost each week. At the end of the month, see how much you spent and saved. :)

Mind you this will feed a family of 5. Some of the things on my list you should have or you can substitute for. Like garlic cloves, just use powder. 

If it has a coupon, I have included source. Even if you don't have time to clip coupons, this will still save you money.

I also have the Homeland Care Books with $5 off purchase of $50.

Hope this helps. If you have any questions, please let me know.

Homeland
Menu Items

Lettuce $1.59 (Saving Star 20% Rebate) = Prices Varies

Potatoes 59¢ lb

Pictsweet Frozen Vegetables $1.00 (Print Here) = Free

Lou Ann Oil $2.50 (Print Here) = $1.50

Best Choice Cheese $1.50

Imperial Butter 79¢ (Homeland Kiosk) 44¢

Johnsonville Sausage $2.50 (SS 1/11) $1.50

Bumble Bee Tuna 59¢

**Taco Bell Buy 5 Save $3

Refried Beans 39¢

Salsa Con Queso $1.39

Dinner Kits $1.39 (Print Coupons for above items here)

 

Additional Sale Items 

El Monterey Burritoes $3.29 SS 1/25 $1/1 or Print here = $1.29Milk $3.49
Egglands Eggs $2.99 (Homeland Care Book) = $1.99 each
Highland Dip $1.50 (Print) 70¢
Pork Roast $1.99 lb
Catfish Fillets $6.99
Farmland Sausage $2.99 (SS 1/25) = $2.24
Campbells Chicken Noodle 60¢ (SS 2/8) = $1.60 for 4
Ken's Dressing $2.50 (SS 1/11) = 50¢
On-Cor Dinners Price Varies (Print here)
Old Orchard Juice $1.09 (Print here) 18¢ for both

My shopping list is going to cost roughly $55 depending on the size of meat I purchase. 

Even at $55, that's $220 a month.

Homeland match ups are complements of http://www.couponing4charity.com/

(Borrowed the picture from https://threebasicbees.files.wordpress.com)

Free or super cheap Taco Bell Products from Homeland

Homeland is having a sale right now, buy 5 participating Taco Bell Products and receive $3 off at checkout.

Taco Shells Original, 12 Count $.59 

Sauces Mild or Hot  $.59

TACO BELL Creamy Chipotle Sauce 8 Oz. $.89

Mild Salsa 16 Oz. $.89

Salsa Con Queso Mild or Medium $1.39 

15 Oz. or Dinner Kits Taco $1.39

Refried Beans $.39

Buy 5 Refried Beans $.39*5 = $1.95

Use the two $1.50/2 Coupon (Print you coupon here.)

Pay $0.00, no overage

Use one coupon, pay $.45 for 5 cans of refried beans

Mix or match.

Menu Madness Feb 15-21st

 
This use to be called "Menu Monday" but because I'm starting it technically on Sunday...it's just madness. 
 

I post the links to the original sites if you want to see the source and recipe. Just click on the item.

Here is your list that you should have on hand just in case you want to make it all on one day. It's so much easier to cook with what you have then to realize what you are out of.

If you have been keeping track of your spending, here is the grocery and expense list.

I've made a printable menu so you can download or print it. I've even made a spot for you to add your menu. I will post the recipes tomorrow. 

• Sunday 
  Mcdonald's
  **I had games all day Saturday and Sunday**
• Monday
  Lobster
  Crab Legs
  Rice Pilaf
• Tuesday
  Steak Bites
  Baked Potatoes
  Mac & Cheese
• Wednesday
  Pulled Pork Sandwiches - My husband's recipe...I'll try to steal it
  French Fries
• Thursday
  Left Overs
• Friday
  Chicken Enchiladas
  Spanish Rice
  Refried Beans
  
• Saturday
  FFYS (Fend for yourself aka leftovers)

My menu this week cost me roughly $62.40, but remember we're having lobster and crab legs this week. Last time me and 2 kids went to Red Lobster for the same thing, it was $80. Yours will depend on the staples you have and the meat. Of course if you find better deals or coupons you can save more. Remember, I bought everything before, these are items I had on hand.

I hope this helps. If you have any ideas or suggestions, please let me know.  

Remember at the end of the month we are going to see our total. We're working on saving money! :)

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Rice Pilaf

I'll add a picture later. 
 

1 c rice
½ tsp pepper
1 c chopped onion
3 tbsp butter
1 tsp grated lemon grind or juice 
1 bay leaf
2 ½ c chicken broth 
2 oz angel hair or Vermicelli 
½ tsp salt

Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, break the pasta into 1 inch pieces. Stir the pasta and rice into the pot. Cook, stirring frequently, until the rice turns golden brown, about 3 minutes.
Gradually stir the broth into the pot. Add the bay leaf, lemon, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
Remove the bay leaf and fluff with a fork.

Shopping List for Feb 11 - 17th

How did you shopping list go last week? Did you save any money?

If you are new here, I bet you are wondering why I am giving you a shopping list with no menu. I am trying to get you a week ahead.  Usually when you make your menu, you make a list of what you want then go buy it. Well, some of the items may not be on sale. My goal is to let you buy what's on sale this week, then I'll have a menu off of what you already have.  If you do it this way, you buy what's on sale (save money), then I'll have a menu to go with you sale items (saves time). Saving time, money, and stress is Resolution 3 & 10.

Here is a printable shopping list of everything you will need for my menu next week. Plus I left a few extra spaces to add your additional items for snacks/breakfast/lunches.

Remember, some of the stuff I am using I bought on sale previously. If you follow my shopping list, you'll have the stock and save money too!

*I have added a bonus.*
I made an excel sheet with a list of prices and a place where you can add your prices too. Then you can see how much your menu actually cost each week. At the end of the month, see how much you spent and saved. :)

Mind you this will feed a family of 5. Some of the things on my list you should have or you can substitute for. Like garlic cloves, just use powder. 

If it has a coupon, I have included source. Even if you don't have time to clip coupons, this will still save you money.

If you haven't notice I missed this week for a menu..Sorry...

I also have the Homeland Care Books with $5 off purchase of $50.

Hope this helps. If you have any questions, please let me know.

Homeland
Pork Loin Roast $2.69
Lobster Tails $6.99
Snow Crab Legs $7.99 lb
Baking Potatoes $.65 lb

Buy 10 Save $2. You can mix or match
Hunts Tomatoes $.80 {Buy 3 use $.50/3 SS 1/18} =$1.40 for 3
Rosarita Refried Beans $.80 {Buy 3 use $.55/3 SS 1/18} =$1.30 for 3
Crunch N Munch $.80
Hunts Pasta Sauce X 2 $.80 each = $1.60

Country Crock $2.00 {Use $.50/1 RP 1/25} =$1.00
Kraft Mac & Cheese Cups 8 count $2.99
PF Changs Meals for 2 $5.99  {Use $1.00/1 SS 1/18} =$3.99
Post Cereal $2.50 {Buy 2 use Free Milk SS 1/18} =$5.00 for 2 cereals and gallon of milk

Non food:
Playtex Tampons $3.99 {Use $1.00/1 SS 2/8} =$1.99
That's a good price so I had to list it ^^^

Country Boy
Pork Roast $2.29 (Cheaper than Homeland)
Chuck Tenders $4.59 lb
Catfish Nuggets $1.79 lb

Firelake Grocery
Strawberries $1.50 lb
Wolf Chili $1.25
Pork Tenderloin 2.99 lb


My shopping list is going to cost roughly $65 depending on the size of meat I purchase. 

Even at $65, that's $260 a month and we're eating Lobster and Crab Legs next week. :D

I'll add Country Boys ad on Sunday if I see anything new.

Homeland match ups are complements of http://www.couponing4charity.com/

(Borrowed the picture from https://threebasicbees.files.wordpress.com)

Shopping List Feb 9th-10th

How did you shopping list go last week? Did you save any money?

If you are new here, I bet you are wondering why I am giving you a shopping list with no menu. I am trying to get you a week ahead.  Usually when you make your menu, you make a list of what you want then go buy it. Well, some of the items may not be on sale. My goal is to let you buy what's on sale this week, then I'll have a menu off of what you already have.  If you do it this way, you buy what's on sale (save money), then I'll have a menu to go with you sale items (saves time). Saving time, money, and stress is Resolution 3 & 10.

Here is a printable shopping list of everything you will need for my menu next week. Plus I left a few extra spaces to add your additional items for snacks/breakfast/lunches.

Remember, some of the stuff I am using I bought on sale previously. If you follow my shopping list, you'll have the stock and save money too!

*I have added a bonus.*
I made an excel sheet with a list of prices and a place where you can add your prices too. Then you can see how much your menu actually cost each week. At the end of the month, we will add it up and see how we are doing. I even added items I found on sale or at a cheaper price, since I went to Save-A-Lot and I rarely do. If you want to start fresh, start on Sunday when the month starts new. Then once or week, add what you bought in. At the end of the month, see how much you spent and saved. :)

Mind you this will feed a family of 5. Some of the things on my list you should have or you can substitute for. Like garlic cloves, just use powder. 

If it has a coupon, I have included source. Even if you don't have time to clip coupons, this will still save you money.

Because of the short notice, I am not listing everything and I will have a menu based on what we have already by tomorrow. Order pizza today. ;)
 
I also have the Homeland Care Books with $5 off purchase of $50.

Hope this helps. If you have any questions, please let me know. I will post my menu tomorrow for next week so you can see what you are buying for. 

Homeland match ups are complements of http://www.couponing4charity.com/

(Borrowed the picture from https://threebasicbees.files.wordpress.com)