Since catching the bug, I’ve consistently saved 30% - 50% on my grocery bill. These are only for things we need on a regular basis. I’ve even got a nice stock pile of canned food, bath tissues, food, meats, frozen vegs, snacks you name it. Over here, we feed a big family. So even a 10% savings is a lot.

Now I know some of you are super gung ho couponers who scoff at my savings and tell me how you’ll never pay more then 50¢ or $0 for anything. I’ll reserve my thoughts and arguments for later.

Photo credit: matthains

I’ve had several starts and stops to meal planning but so far this is my 2nd week back on the wagon. So far so good. I think I’ve planned out a pretty yummy week in total, a nice mix of western and Asian style foods. Here’s what we’re having this week. Some of them the kiddos have never tried so I hope it’ll go well. I’ll also try to enter my recipes each day as well.

Monday - Easy Italian Stew

Tuesday - Slow Cooker Orange Chicken, Spicy Baked Shrimp and Rice

Wednesday - Chicken Parmesan Bundles

I love Hainanese Chicken Rice and my husband loves it too so I make it about once a month. Trying to post picture, will post recipe if there’s interest from viewers.