Menu Plan for This Week (3/29/10 - 4/4/10)

Monday: Spinach Chicken Pasta
Tuesday: Calzones (choice of pepperoni, spinach, mushroom, etc filling)
Wednesday: Sausage & Vegetables over Rice
Thursday: Meatloaf
Friday: Chili, Chips, and Cheese
Saturday: leftovers
Sunday: Easter (getting together with my family; not sure what I am bringing to share)

Have a great week! You can also check out lots more menus at orgjunkies Menu Plan Monday!

1 Peter 1:3
Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead

Becky <><

Bread Dip Recipe

This recipe is a tradition in my family. When someone makes it, we can't seem to get enough of it. Beware: this stuff has been known to wake people up in the middle of the night just to eat more of it...It can be made with low-fat or non-fat mayo and sour cream, if you prefer. Traditionally we eat this with tiny pieces of rye bread and pumernickel bread but it makes a great topping for baked potatoes and a wonderful veggie dip, too. The recipe makes a large batch - great for parties. Enjoy!

1 32 ounce jar of mayo
2 pints of sour cream
1 2 ounce package sliced beef (it is found by the bologna, Buddig is one of the brands), cut into tiny pieces
2 Tbsp dried parsley flakes
2 Tbsp onion, finely chopped

Mix everything together and chill at least an hour before serving.

Life is finally getting back to "normal"

I am seeing light at the end of the tunnel. My husband has gone back to work. The kids and I are getting back to our busy homeschool/baby-chasing schedule. As far as cooking, I am really wanting to focus on getting back to a budget. Before my husband fell, I was trying to go shopping for a month at a time at Aldi's and then supplementing by shopping at the local grocery store for milk, bread, produce, and items they don't sell at Aldi's. On Friday, Feb 19th, I went to Aldi's and spent about $270. My goal is to supplement with no more than $60 per week the rest of the month. So far, I have done fine with keeping within the budget. A few factors to keep in mind are that I need to focus on eating healthier foods and also I had lap-band surgery about 8 months ago. Because of my lap-band I need to eat more protein and healthy carbs. I need to try and cook healthier for my whole family (but frugally, too). I have also been contemplating trying my hand at once-a-month-cooking. I may shop for that the next time I go to Aldi's.

God bless!
Becky <><