Meal Planning 3.25-4.5.2012

Today was my day to meal plan, make a list, and shop for the next 2(ish) weeks.

My (self inflicted) challenges:

~ Healthy, "whole" foods (not processed foods) where possible. I also eat low carb, high protein when possible.

~ Menu to accommodate our new routine (my husband is now working nights) as well as to match the nice weather.

On our list is (in no particular order):
Fajitas over brown rice for me, in a tortilla for everyone else

Grilled burgers and potato salad

Grilled brats and baked beans

Grilled chicken with salad

Tuna pasta salad with grapes

Taco salad

Homemade pizza with salad

Tortelini alfredo with a veggie or salad on the side

Boiled polluck (Poor Mans Lobster) with potatoes and green beans

Corn and black bean quesadillas

Pulled pork sandwiches with cole slaw

Chicken stir fry over brown rice

Homemade pizza rolls with salad

Todays shopping also stocked the fridge and fruit bowl with grapes, apples, oranges, bananas, strawberries, salad, cole slaw mix, cucumber, tomatoes, green peppers, mushrooms, and carrots for snacks and sides. I feel really good about our plan, and think we have plenty of options for quick, healthy meals and snacks.

Best part? We came in under budget, and treated ourselves to The Muppet Movie. :)

 

What are your planning/shopping/saving challenges lately?