Tempt Your Tummy Tuesday: Garlic Foccacia Bread

Garlic Foccacia Bread is my go to when I'm out of make-ahead-and-freeze Garlic Bread.  It is super simple to make, takes just a few ingredients, and goes well with pasta, and potato soup alike.  You can also use the leftover dough to make a mean pizza!  I whip up the dough in my bread machine before baking it in the oven, but you could easily do it by hand or with your kitchen aid.  Without further ado ladies and gentlemen, I give you Garlic Foccacia Bread...

1 1/4 c Water

2 tbsp Olive Oil

3 1/4 c Flour (I use unbleached)

1 1/2 tsp Salt

1 tsp Garlic Powder

1/4 tsp Italian Seasoning

2 1/2 tsp Yeast

1.) Add the ingredients in the order listed, making a well for the yeast (or based on your bread machine's instructions).  Push the dough button, and start (or follow your bread machine's instructions for a dough).

2.) When the dough is done, prep your baking sheet with parchment and a little olive oil.  

3.) Stretch the dough out on the parchment (dough is VERY sticky).  I like to drizzle more olive oil over the top, and then sprinkle coarse kosher salt over the top - very yummy!

4.) Bake in a preheated 450 degree F oven for 15 minutes.  Serve immediately, and try not to eat it all by yourself!  (We bake 1/2 of the dough at a time because I think it tastes best fresh from the oven, and I just save the other half for the next day or so in a oiled container in the fridge.  You can use your leftover dough as a very yummy pizza crust too!)

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Menu Plan Monday: 01/27/2014

With snow and cold temperatures here to stay, all I want to do is stay bundled up in a blanket with hot soup, bread, and hot cocoa.  Unfortunately Joe won't appreciate the menu very much, and nothing would get done around the house either.  So, I made a meal plan of other comfort-style foods that actually use up items we have in our pantries and freezers.  This is the last week of the official pantry challenge, but we will be continuing to use things up through February so we can defrost our chest freezer.  We're about half way there, so a few more weeks should mostly do it.  Then I can start stocking it with post-baby meals, YEAH!  Only 11 more weeks to go, and we get to meet baby Rogers; can you tell we are just a little excited?  Here's what's on the menu this week...

Breakfasts: Banana Crumb Bread (*new recipe), Toast with Butter and Jam, Yogurt with Granola, Special K or Fruit and Grain Bars, Waffles/Bagels

Lunches: Leftovers, Turkey Salad/Grilled Cheese/PB and J Sandwiches, Quesadillas

Dinners: All served with Vegetable or Salad

Sunday - Bacon Cheese Burgers with Baked Onion Rings

Monday - Turkey, (Frozen Leftover) Dressing, Mashed Potatoes, and Gravy

Tuesday - Beef Stew Meat in Mushroom Gravy over Rice

Wednesday - Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas with Mexican Rice

Thursday - Possible working at Joe's Grandfather's - Chili's, if not Fried Pork chops with Buttered Egg Noodles

Friday - Flea Market Set-up day - Leftover Buffet/Homemade Pizza/Hotdogs with Mac and Cheese, or something simple

Saturday - Flea Market Day - Out :)

Extras: Brownies (leftover from last week), Cake Mix Cookies (Yellow with Chocolate Chips)

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Freezer/Pantry Challenge Update #4

This week Joe and I made some major head-way in the nursery, and in the freezers.  We were able to use up quite a few things from the chest freezer, and the pantry cupboards.  I probably won't be able to defrost the freezer after next week, so our freezer/pantry challenge will continue into February.  As for the nursery, I'm going to post a progress update soon, it is looking amazing.  Over the weekend I steam cleaned another section of rug, and Joe helped me move some furniture around.  This week I washed our sweet little baby's clothing and blankets, and tucked them away in the chest of drawers.  Joe also got the crib mattress opened up and put in the crib so it can air out.  Sunday I baked up some lemon pie bars, and some blueberry muffins, both are my favorite!  We worked at Joe's grandfather's house again on Thursday, his basement is coming together, but it is such a slow process, especially when your pregnant.  Here's how the meals went down this week...

Sunday: Today I got caught up on laundry.  Joe Finish-Feedered the baby's chest of drawers, which now looks gorgeous!  I worked on emptying out the crib of gifts from our first shower, so we can get the mattress in.  Joe helped me move some furniture around in the nursery as well, and re-hooked-up our printer.  I also got my baking for the week done, lemon pie bars, and blueberry muffins - yummy!  Overall it was a very productive day, but I was seriously tired when all was said and done, hence the simple menu from today.

Breakfast - Waffles for Me, Zone Perfect Bar for Joe

Lunch - Smothered Pork Chops (*New Recipe), Mashed Potatoes, and a Steamed Vegetable

Dinner - Sandwiches - Easy dinner, I was tuckered out

Snacks - Tortilla Chips with Salsa, Veggies and Dip, Lemon Pie Bars, Blueberry Muffins

Monday: Today was cleaning day. I cleaned the kitchen and bathroom, and Joe took care of the litter boxes and the vacuuming.  I finished going through baby gifts and Joe was able to get the mattress in the crib.  I can't wait to post an update of the nursery next week, it is looking so good.  Today's menu was pretty simple as well, being pregnant is starting to catch up with me, and that second trimester energy is starting to diminish into third trimester tiredness.  By 2 o'clock most days, I'm shot.  Joe's been wonderful though, such a huge help.

Breakfast - Blueberry Muffins

Lunch - Leftover Pizza from Saturday Night

Dinner - Pancakes with Chipped Beef Gravy
Snacks - Tortilla Chips with Salsa, Veggies and Dip, Lemon Pie Bars, Blueberry Muffins, String Cheese

Tuesday: We awoke to some snow this morning, it was light enough that we went out and ran our errands this morning.  We left the house a little after 7 and were back by 9:30.  By that time things were starting to get pretty slick out.  Joe worked on some projects in his work room, and I worked on blogging, and baby laundry.  I can't wait to get everything folded up in the dresser drawers.  We ate pretty simple again today, since I just haven't been feeling right.  I don't know if it's just this stage in my pregnancy, or if I'm coming down with something, but I just don't feel good.  Sleeping is getting harder too, unfortunately.  But I only have about 11 weeks to go, so the bad will soon pass ;)
Breakfast - Blueberry Muffins

Lunch - Hotdogs, Annie's Mac and Cheese
Dinner - Baked Fish Sticks and French Fries
Snacks - Tortilla Chips with Salsa, Veggies and Dip, Lemon Pie Bars, Blueberry Muffins, String Cheese

Wednesday: Today was a little better, I was still feeling pretty rough.  I mostly worked on the computer and earned Swag Bucks while Joe worked on some projects next door.  I did manage to get some laundry done, but other than that I just rested.  I kept the meals simple too, but Joe didn't seem to mind.
Breakfast - Blueberry Muffins
Lunch - Grilled Cheese Sandwiches, Chips

Dinner - Sandwiches
Snacks - Tortilla Chips with Salsa, Veggies and Dip, Lemon Pie Bars, String Cheese

Thursday: Today I was feeling much more energized.  We worked at Pap's for most of the day, and he treated us to Chili's for dinner - yum-o!  Joe and I shared a 2 for $20, and we were stuffed when we left.  Needless to say, we were both tired, so once we got home we just took showers, checked our email, and went to bed. 
Breakfast - Blueberry Muffins for Joe, Special K Bar for Me
Lunch - Pretzels from the Amish Market
Dinner - Chili's - Bacon cheeseburger with french fries, and a chicken bacon quesadilla.
Snacks - Tortilla Chips with Salsa, Veggies and Dip, String Cheese

Friday: Today one of the cats woke up sick, so we had to take him to the vet.  Luckily it only cost about $60.  Unfortunately they don't actually know what's wrong with him, so he has to go back for some blood tests soon.  For now we are trying a round of antibiotics.  Needless to say, that threw a kink in our morning, and Joe grabbed us a pizza on his way home from the vet.  Then came the fiasco of trying to give a cat medicine.  He was pretty well behaved, but he's also 13, so he's getting a little too old to care about fighting us.  After that our day got pretty much back to normal.  I baked some brownies for Joe, and sorted through some books my Dad brought me to sell on Amazon.  I also did some more laundry; I'm so glad to be caught up on that finally.  My niece came to visit, so we just had a quick snacky dinner after she left.  Overall, the day turned out to be fairly productive, and we were well fed, even if we did have a sick kitty to contend with.
Breakfast - Blueberry Muffins for Joe, Cream of Wheat for Me
Lunch - $9 Meal Deal from Little Caesar's
Dinner - Snacks
Snacks - Tortilla Chips with Salsa, Veggies and Dip, String Cheese

Saturday: Joe had to take the cat back to the vet for some blood work and pain medicine, because he was just meowing in pain.  It wasn't cheap, but hopefully it isn't anything too serious, and he won't need surgery.  We ran out quickly in the morning to get my newspapers from the Dollar Tree, and stopped next door at Joanne's to get the jersey fabric and elastic Joe needs to make my maternity pants.  I can still fit in my regular pants at 29 weeks, but they are starting to get uncomfortable, so I'll be happy for some more forgiving pants to wear.  I stripped the bed and wash the linens, and I got all the Christmas decorations boxed up, including the tree.  Joe worked on finishing up some projects so his table is clear to work on my pants.  Shortly after our delicious dinner, my sister called to tell me my niece was in the ER, and if I could go sit with her until she could get there.  My niece is 19 and had never had an IV before, and she has panic attacks over needles, I was so glad that I was able to be there for her and help to keep her calm.  She was a trooper, and luckily it doesn't seem to be anything major at the moment, but please keep her in your prayers just in case.  We got home at de-germified with showers and laundry, and then it was bed for this prego lady :)
Breakfast - Fruit and Grain Bar for Joe, Yogurt with Granola and a Special K Bar for Me
Lunch - Leftover Pizza for Joe, Cheese Quesadilla for Me
Dinner - Chicken Fajitas, Mexican Rice

Snacks - Tortilla Chips with Salsa, Veggies and Dip, String Cheese

Weekly Spending Report: 01/19-25/2014

This week I went over budget again, but we should be able to just squeak by under budget this month.  We were in need of things like milk, cheese, yogurt, and water, so I had to get those things.  If I wasn't drinking water like it was going out of style, and trying to stockpile diapers, $40 a week would be a LOT easier!  I think over all for the month we are doing pretty good.  There is only one week left in my pantry challenge, although I think we will be continuing it through February to finish cleaning out the chest freezer.  Next week we only need eggs, sour cream, tortillas, and salsa I think, so I should be able to make a one-stop trip to ALDI and call it good for the month.  Here's how this week went down...

• Tuesday's CVS Trip (no picture, 5-12 pks Coke, 5-24 pks H2O, 3 pkgs Huggies Diapers): $24.23 oop, Earned $20 ECB's
• Tuesday's ALDI Trip (no picture, 2 pks Spreadable Cheese Wedges, 1 box Wheat Thins, 1 pk Tortillas): $4.82 oop
• Tuesday's Friendly's Trip (no picture, 2 containers Ice Cream): Zero oop, used gift card
• Tuesday's Target Trip (Annie's was 4/$5 and buy 4 get 1 free, milk was on sale for $3.49, and the tissues were $1.39 ea and I used 4 $0.50/1 Target coupons): Zero oop, used gift card

• Tuesday Giant Trip: $15.29 oop
• Saturday's Dollar Tree Trip (no picture, 2 newspapers): $2.12 oop

Total OOP: $46.46 - $20 Earned Rewards = Net OOP: $26.46

Total Remaining for February: $9.62

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ALDI Deals, Starting 01/22/2014

Here's some of the AWESOME deals at ALDI this week...

• Weds. 01/22 ONLY: Fresh Pork Sirloin Roast $1.49/lb
• Roseland Baby Back Ribs Original or Garlic 24 oz Frozen $8.99 ea 
• Limes $0.19 ea
• Red Onions 2 lb bag $0.99 ea
• Avocados $0.59 ea
• Roma Tomatoes 16 oz $0.99 ea
• Cucumbers $0.29 ea
• Mini Sweet Peppers 8 oz $1.39 ea
• Mama Cozzi's Pizza Kitchen Deep Dish Sausage or Pepperoni Pizza 25 oz OR Meat Trip Foccacia 30.67 oz $3.99 ea
• Mama Cozzi's Pizza Kitchen Game Day Combo 34.75 oz $6.49 ea
• Appetitos Frozen Dips 8 oz $2.49 ea
• Appetitos Soft Pretzels 21 oz $1.69 ea
• Little Salad Bar Fiesta Layer Dip 18.5 oz $2.99 ea
• Little Salad Bar Refrigerated Salad Dressings Creamy Ranch or Bleu Cheese 12 oz $1.99 ea
• Tuscan Garden Peppercorn Ranch or Honey Mustard Dressing 16 oz $1.39 ea
• Season's Choice Whole Onion Rings 16 oz $1.99 ea
• Happy Harvest Chili Style Diced Tomatoes 14.5 oz $0.59 ea
• Brookdale Hot Habanero or 2-bean Chili 15 oz$1.19 ea
• Clancy's Cheddar and Sour Cream Ridged Potato Chips 9 oz OR Popcorn Buttery or White Cheddar 8 oz $1.49 ea
• Clancy's Krinkle Cut Kettle Chips Sea Salt or Sea Salt and Fresh Ground Pepper 8.5 oz $1.79 ea 
• CLancy's Tortilla Chips White Rounds or Restaurant Style 13 oz $0.99 ea
• General Mills Bugles Original or Nacho 7.5 oz $0.99 ea
• Casa Mamita Salsa Medium or Mild 24 oz $1.49 ea
• Casa Mamita Salsa con Queso 15 oz or Clancy's Cheese Dip 15 oz $1.99 ea
• Kitchen Living 16" Pizza Pan $3.49 ea
• Huntington Home Luxury Queen or King 3 piece Comforter Set $49.99 ea
• Huntington Home Luxury Queen or King 400 Thread Count Sheet Set $39.99 ea
• Boulder Football Tableware $0.99 ea
• 4" Primrose Assorted Colors $0.99 ea

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Tuesday's Giant Trip - Great Kraft Deals!

Tuesday Joe and I stopped into Giant to pick up some deals.  I was originally going to go to Walgreen's for Mayo, and get shredded Mozzarella at ALDI, but this ended up being a much better deal with coupons and the Kraft promotion Giant was running, and I only had to make 1 stop instead of 2.  Here's what we ended up with...

Kraft Promo:

6 pkgs Shredded Cheese $3.39 ea - $0.89 ea Sale - $1/2 MC x3 = 3/$12

+ 2 jars Mayo $4.99 ea - $2.49 ea Sale - $1/2 MC = 2/$4

- $5 Promo wyb $15 after coupons = all for $11

6 Yoplait Yogurts $0.75 ea - $0.25 ea Sale - $0.40/6 MC doubled to $0.80 = 6/$2.20

1 tub Margarine $2.19

- $0.10 Reusable Bag Credit

Total OOP: $37.01 - $21.72 Savings/Coupons = $15.29, Savings of 59%!!!

Tempt our Tummy Tuesday: Strawberry Bread

Last week I tried out a new recipe, kind of a concoction of sorts.  It worked out beautifully, and is definitely a keeper, so I thought I would share it with the rest of the blog-world.  It makes two nice large loaves, and is super simple to whip together and throw in the oven.  Here's how it goes down...

3 c Flour (I use unbleached)

1 tsp Baking Soda

1 tsp Salt

2 tsp Cinnamon

2 tsp Vanilla

2 c Suagr

4 beaten Eggs

2 1/2 c Sliced Strawberries (I used frozen, and nuked them until they were mostly thawed, and then drained most of the juice off before adding them to the batter.)

1 c Oil (I had to use a mixture of Canola and Light Olive Oil, because that is all I had, and it worked out great)

1.) Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.  Mix all the ingredients up, adding the strawberries last.  I used my kitchen aid mixer, but you can do it by hand as well.

2.) Pour the batter into 2 large greased loaf pans.

3.) Bake about 50-60 minutes depending on your oven.  You want the middle done, so I just used a toothpick to test it along the way, until I was happy with the results.

I kept one loaf down and the other I froze.  I bake them up on Sunday, and as of Thursday, the 1 loaf was gone!  Enjoy!

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Menu Plan Monday: 01/20/2014

This week Joe and I are going to be plugging away in the nursery.  I have a LOT of presents to get unpacked, washed, and tucked away in the dresser drawers.  Then we can get the mattress in the crib, and let that start to air out.  I might even start a little painting this week, so we'll see.  I am planning on doing a progress post sometime this week as well.  On the food front, we are week 4 into the pantry challenge, and you can definitely see a dent in our food stores.  We might not be able to eat enough to defrost the freezer this month though, so we'll probably have to continue the challenge into February.  I want the chest freezer defrosted and mostly empty by the end of February so I can start freezer cooking and stocking in March for after the baby comes in April. I kept the menu rather simple, here's what's cooking...

Breakfasts: Special K Cereal and Bars, Homemade Blueberry Muffins

Lunches: Leftovers, Sandwiches

Dinners:

Sunday - Pancakes with Chipped Beef Gravy

Monday - Leftover Gravy and Pancakes

Tuesday - Baked Fish Sticks and French Fries

Wednesday - Chicken Fajitas, Mexican Rice, and Salad

Thursday - Working at Joe's Grandfather's house, so probably Chili's with him :)

Friday - Homemade Pizza, Veggies and Dip

Saturday - Shake and Bake Pork Chops, Rice Pilaf, and a Steamed Vegetable

Extras: Lemon Pie Bars

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Freezer/Pantry Challenge Update #3

We're at week three of this pantry challenge, and things are going smoothly.  This week I felt a lot better than I did last week.  Tired in the afternoons, but overall I had a lot more energy.  Joe and I worked on the nursery a good bit, and we were able to get a lot accomplished.  I have an update post planned for next week.  We were able to eat a lot out of the freezers and pantry, and things are starting to look more manageable.  We also ate pretty good this week...

Sunday: Today I got a jump start on my cleaning by washing the bed linens.  I also did another load of laundry.  Joe worked in his work room on some sewing he had to do.  I tried to rest most of the afternoon since I had spent the morning making the strawberry bread and pecan pie for the week.  It was a good day, and we ate good too :)

Breakfast - Leftover Sticky Buns

Lunch - Cheese Steak Egg Rolls, Baked Onion Rings

Dinner - Crock-pot Lasagne, Garlic Bread, Steamed Vegetable
Snacks -  Pecan Pie, Strawberry Bread (*New Recipe), String Cheese, Veggies and Dip, and Tortilla Chips with Salsa

Monday: Today was cleaning day.  I did a quick pick up this morning, and then got the kitchen swept and mopped before lunch.  My Dad came to visit a little while, and then we had lunch.  After lunch Joe vacuumed the house while I cleaned the bathroom.  Once the cleaning was done, I took a nice long soak in the tub before moving onto laundry.  Joe grilled up dinner, and I threw some fries in the oven.  We spent the evening relaxing watching Netflix and clipping coupons.  A very good day!

Breakfast - Leftover Stick Buns

Lunch - Tuna Salad Sandwich for Me, Leftover Cheese Steak Egg Rolls for Joe

Dinner - Bacon Cheese Burgers, Baked French Fries

Snacks -  Pecan Pie, Strawberry Bread, String Cheese, Veggies and Dip, and Tortilla Chips with Salsa

Tuesday: Today Joe and I ran errands after I had my glucose test this morning.  The things a pregnant woman has to do - oh, you're pregnant and feel like crap, why don't we have you fast, and then drink this sugary crap that hops up your glucose, and then see how you feel?  Uh, I feel bad, duh!  Anyway, after the blood test was over, and Joe fed me, we ran to Wal-mart, CVS, and Giant to pick up a few things.  I went over on my weekly budget this week, but I am still under for the month, so I'm okay with that.  It will all work out in the end.

Breakfast -Strawberry Bread for Joe, None for me since I had to go for my glucose test today - boo!

Lunch - Wendy's - I had a Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger and a FREE Jr. Frosty, thanks to the key tag, Joe had a Baconator Meal, and we shared his fries and coke

Dinner - Leftover Lasagne, Garlic Bread
Snacks -  Pecan Pie, String Cheese, Veggies and Dip, and Tortilla Chips with Salsa

Wednesday: Today I got caught up on some blog posts, which is always fun work to accomplish.  I also made garlic bread for the freezer, 4 more meals worth, and got onions diced/sliced and frozen, since we were out.  Joe continued to work on a project in his work room for most of the day.  It was a quiet day, but for being 27 weeks pregnant, I felt very accomplished :)  We also ate pretty well too...

Breakfast - Strawberry Bread for Joe, Bagel for Me

Lunch - Grilled Cheese Sandwiches and Chips

Dinner - Potato Soup, Homemade Foccacia Bread
Snacks -  Pecan Pie, String Cheese, Veggies and Dip, and Tortilla Chips with Salsa

Thursday: Today I did a LOT of computer work and filing, in an effort to get the desk situation a little more under control.  It helped a LOT.  The nursery is really coming together, I can't wait to post an update soon!  Joe continue to work on his projects today as well.  For dinner we went up to Gettysburg to eat a later anniversary dinner at Dobbing House; it was amazingly delicious!  We shared a meal which helped to keep our cost down, and we had some gift cards from Christmas to use.  Afterwards we stopped at the thrift store in Hanover to drop off a few things, and we perused a little while we were there.  I used some of my Christmas money to but a pair of jeans to turn into maternity pants, and two shirts, and a 'coming-home' outfit if baby Rogers is a girl.

Breakfast - Strawberry Bread for Joe, Bagel for Me

Lunch - Leftover Potato Soup and Foccacia Bread

Dinner - Dinner at Dobbin - We used a gift card and some Christmas money to pay for dinner.  We shared the scallops, with each of us having french onion soup and salad to start.  I paired my portion with a baked sweet potato, and Joe had a baked white potato with sour cream and chives - yummy!  We also indulged in a piece of double chocolate pecan pie with vanilla ice cream for dessert.  It was good, but very rich for me, and Joe said he liked my pecan pie better - smart man ;)
Snacks -  Pecan Pie, String Cheese, Veggies and Dip, and Tortilla Chips with Salsa

Friday: Today we went to Joe's grandfather's house.  We did some work for him, like handling his cell phone issue with Verizon, paying some bills, and bringing up some kindling.  We had my dad follow us down with his truck so we could bring the baby's chest of drawers back, and we could load the suburban we took down for the flea market in two weeks.  It was a full day, but it ended with dinner at Chili's which Pap treated us to, so that was okay with the tired pregnant lady :)

Breakfast - Zone Perfect bar for Joe, Bagel for Me

Lunch - Soft Pretzels from the Amish Market

Dinner - Pap treated us to Chili's again.  It was so yummy, Joe and I got a 2 for $20 deal.  He got ribs, french fries, and apples, and I got the chicken fajitas.  But we both shared with each other, so yummy!  We also definitely ate our share of chips and salsa! 
Snacks -  Pecan Pie, String Cheese, Veggies and Dip, and Tortilla Chips with Salsa

Saturday: We awoke to snow on the ground, so Joe had to go out and clear a path to get to the Dollar Store for my newspapers - such a great husband!  I spent the day working on computer work and filing from last year.  I also steam cleaned another section of the nursery so we can hopefully get the chest of drawers in place tomorrow, and I can start washing baby clothes!  Joe worked on several projects today. including finish-feeding the baby's chest of drawers.  It's a family heirloom, which is wonderful, but it needed some serious TLC.  Our meals were fairly simple today, but tasty none the less.

Breakfast - Zone Perfect Bar for Joe, Bagel for Me

Lunch - Cheese Quesadillas with Chips and Salsa

Dinner - Pregnancy craving for a Pizza Hut salad, Joe got a $10 pizza too, but at least there was a deal going on ;)

Snacks - Pecan Pie, String Cheese, Veggies and Dip, and Tortilla Chips with Salsa

How is your pantry challenge going?  

Are you using up the tid-bits and getting things back in order too?

Weekly Spending Report: 01/12-18/2013

This week I went over budget, but we are still doing okay for the month.  We were out of freezer garlic bread and snack foods, so I'm okay with the amount I spent this week.  I was able to get those things, plus a few good deals, and I continued to stock up on diapers.  There are two weeks left in the pantry challenge, and our budget, but I think we can squeak by with only having to purchase few things.  Here's what I picked up this week...

• Sunday's Shopper's Trip: $12.37 oop

• Tuesday's Wal-mart Trip (no picture, 2 boxes of Generic Sudafed, 1 Hand Soap Refill): Zero oop (used gift card to pay)
• Tuesday's CVS Trip: $13.78 oop, Earned $10.79 ECB's
• Tuesday's Giant Trip: $20.34 oop 
• Thursday's Thrift Store Trip (I bought a coming home outfit for the baby if it's a girl, a pair of jeans for myself that I'm going to cut up for maternity pants, and two looser shirts for my growing belly, total was $20.97) : Zero oop from budget, used Christmas Money
• Saturday's Dollar Tree Trip (just 2 newspapers): $2.12 oop

Total OOP: $48.61 - $10.79 Earned Rewards = Net OOP: $37.82
Total Remaining for January: $56.08

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