After a challenging week in the big picture, I'm taking solace in the micromanaging the little picture. Pennies add up to dollars, doncha know?
So this week, we're eating out.
*gasp*
Of the pantry, that is! 
I took my last $10 in cash and headed down to the local farmstand. I bought slightly bumped tomatoes and lumpy butternut squash, a big head of lettuce, one cucumber, bruised apples and berries that were a tiny bit squishy.
Then, I went shopping in my freezer and cabinets. I had a few cut-up chickens, ground turkey, many kinds of canned beans and peanut butter for protein. I had the aformentioned veggies as well as some frozen corn. I had english muffins, whole wheat bread, frozen leftover cheeses, and all the pantry staples.
Monday night: Barbequed chicken drumsticks and thighs on the grill, cheesy rice and salad.
Tuesday night: Chili w/ leftover barbequed chicken stirred in.
Wednesday night: Butternut squash/apple soup with homemade bread rolls and sliced cheese.
Thursday night: 2-bean enchiladas w/ salad.
Friday night: Homemade pizza
I even "watered down" my son's milk with the powdered milk I had in the cabinet.
I know that one week's worth of grocery savings doesn't make up for having to replace a car, but when you work on the little pieces then it adds up eventually!
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