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BBQ Pork Roast in 15 Minutes: You Have To Try This Recipe!

You read that correctly - today I'm sharing a pork roast meal that only requires 15 minutes of hands on time! It takes less than 5 ingredients to make the whole meal, and you can find all these items at Aldi. This meal requires only a few minutes of hands on time but delivers lots… Continue reading BBQ Pork Roast in 15 Minutes: You Have To Try This Recipe!

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Menu Monday + Aldi Favorites {2.10.20}

  Although this week's menu plan was not sponsored by Aldi, it looks like it could be! I've been loving their version of the Everything Bagel Seasoning, especially on Avocado Toast. During Lacrosse season I keep our fridge stocked with Aldi's pre-made salad bowls so that Paul can grab one on his way to a… Continue reading Menu Monday + Aldi Favorites {2.10.20}

Frugal Living

Aldi Products That Are Better Than Name Brands!

Shopping at Aldi is like dieting - I don't like it, but I do it because it's good for me. The prices at Aldi are so much better than grocery stores, and with the changes in couponing over the years it just makes sense to do the bulk of my shopping in the no-frills aisles… Continue reading Aldi Products That Are Better Than Name Brands!

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Menu Monday: Two Week Summer Meal Plan

This summer I've been shopping at Aldi every other week, so it helps to plan my menus in two week blocks. I don't always stick to the original plan but sketching out a basic two week menu helps me to make sure I'm buying enough food to last us both weeks. Our two favorite types… Continue reading Menu Monday: Two Week Summer Meal Plan

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Menu Monday: Delicious, Easy Summer Meals

Here's what we ate last week! Breakfast:  Deluxe Avocado Toast: Whole Wheat Bread, Avocado, Cherry Tomatoes & Crumbled Feta Fancy Peach Toast: Whole Wheat Bread, Goat Cheese with Honey, Sliced Peaches Cheerios & Peaches Lunch: Me: Leftovers! Paul: Hot Dogs, Chicken Nuggets Supper: Bacon Cheeseburger Calzones (I use regular refrigerated pizza dough) - once with… Continue reading Menu Monday: Delicious, Easy Summer Meals

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Planning For A Successful Two-Week Aldi Grocery Haul

I mentioned a couple weeks ago that I was working on a new grocery shopping strategy. Over the years I've learned that it's best for my sanity if I shop Aldi first thing in the morning, usually right after they open. The shelves are well stocked and store isn't as busy. This summer I've been… Continue reading Planning For A Successful Two-Week Aldi Grocery Haul

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Menu Monday + New Grocery Shopping Strategy

Here's what's on the menu this week! Breakfast:  Yogurt and Peanut Butter Granola (this recipe is so good!) Green Smoothies Cereal and Fruit Lunch: Me: Refrigerator Kale and Quinoa Salad Paul: Chicken Nuggets from Aldi Supper: Steak On The Grill/Mashed Potatoes/Caesar Salad Honey Dijon Garlic Chicken/Mac & Cheese/Southern Green Beans Spaghetti/Spinach Salad Chicken Quesadillas/Mexican Rice/Sauteed… Continue reading Menu Monday + New Grocery Shopping Strategy