Bargain Meal of the Week: Feb.24-Mar.2, 2010

Here in Colorado, we are still in the midst of WINTER. The snow just keeps coming (and then it keeps staying.....). This kind of weather makes me crave warm, hearty, comforting dishes (which are so fabulous for my family's weight. lol)

I ran across this recipe as I was searching for this week's bargain meal. I am not a huge fan of fruit/meat combo dishes, but somehow I think this one will work. Try it out and let me know what you think--I am going to make it this weekend, and see what my family says. After all, they are my best/worst critics. :-)


Apple Pork Chops and Oven-Roasted Parmesan Fingerling Potatoes
(Make sure you read the reader comments below the recipe--they give some tips to make the recipe work out better!)

Mixed Pork Chops--$1.49/lb. (use 1 1/2 lbs.) *$2.24*
Organic Cameo Apples--10 lbs./$10 (need 2 apples) *$0.50*

Organic Fingerling Potatoes--2/$5 (need 9 potatoes) *$2.00*

Est. Cost: $4.74

~~And always remember to check out the Grocery Gathering and if you live in Colorado, check out Springs Bargains for your local store deal!.~~

Bargain Meal of the Week: February 10-16, 2010

Nothin' says I love you like a good meal. Can I get an "amen"? Seriously.....when someone cooks something good for you, you know they at least LIKE you. ;-)

My girls and I are making a Valentine meal for "our boys". It was fun to plan the menu with them, and have them help me shop for the ingredients. I will post pictures of our gourmet event next week....we are even breaking out the candlesticks for it!

If you are staying home and eating dinner with your sweetie, this meal is delicious and so easy to prepare.....and it serves two!

Bacon-wrapped Asparagus Bundles,
Greek Cucumber Salad
and Brownies Ala Mode

Fresh Tender Asparagus--$1.39/lb. ($2.10 for 1.5 lbs.)
Tyson Sliced Bacon--$2.99 ($1.00 for 4 slices)

Greek Cucumber Salad--$5.49/lb. ($1.83 for 2 servings)

Betty Crocker Brownie Mix--$1.69 ($0.32 for 2 big brownies)
Breyers Ice Cream--$2.48 ($0.42 for 2 scoops)

Est. Cost: $5.67

(Remember to check out the Grocery Gathering
for your local deals!)

Bargain Meal of the Week: January 13-19, 2010

It's time for the National Western Stock Show here in Denver, and that means sales on meat. :-)

But the beef is not cheap enough for me, so I am going for the pork this week.

Enjoy yourself some ribs, and remember the bib and wipes! ;)

Crockpot Sesame Ribs and Steamed Veggies
(I reduced the recipe to 4 servings, and used a pre-made marinade rather than make my own.)

Country Style Pork Ribs--$1.69/lb. (need 2 lbs.)
Kroger Marinades--10/$10 (use Sesame Ginger flavor)
Red, White or Yellow Peeled Onions--10 lbs/$10 (use 1)

Bird's Eye or Kroger Vegetables--10/$10 (make 1 pkg.)

Est. Cost: $5.88

And if you are in the Denver area during January, make sure you take in a rodeo for me. I will be too busy cooking.....
Oh, and remember to check out the Grocery Gathering for your local deals!