Pantry Challenge

I will need to go back and update you all on the rest of our Spring Break, it was awesome.  We are not back in full swing with a new work/school week almost over.  I have been getting by this week by throwing a few things together for dinner.  Last night, Nick and I did break down and share an entree from out local Italian restaurant which is much cheaper than out normal dining out options. So it order to combat the overspending in this area, I spent a little time trying to map out a meal plan for us based on our well stocked freezer, fridge, and pantry.  So here ya go!

Breakfast
Scrambled Eggs with Cheese, Toast
Peanut Butter Pancakes (previously made and frozen)
Waffles
Eggs, Grits, and Bacon
Oatmeal with Frozen Berries
French Toast, Bacon
Trader Joes Frozen Blueberry Waffles
*I will need to buy bacon.

Lunches - This category is really for me during the week  or weekends since hubby is on the road and the kids' meals are served through their school.
PBJ, Turkey/Ham, Tuna, or Egg Salad Sandwiches with Chips
Trader Joes Orange Chicken, Basmati Rice, Sauteed Peas
Chicken Nuggets, Tater Tots, Applesauce
Quinoa with Kale (frozen), Sauteed Carrots
Whole Wheat Boxes Mac and Cheese with Apple Slices

Dinner
Crock Pot Country Style Pork Ribs, Sweet Potatoes, Steamed Frozen Broccoli with Cheddar
Lemon Thyme Chicken Thighs, TJs Mushroom Alfredo, Peas
Crock Pot Chicken Tacos with Corn Tortillas, Spring Mix, and Store Bought Salsa
Taco Soup with Corn Bread  *Need Beans for this recipe, green chilies, maybe tomatoes

Snacks
Yogurt with Granola, Frozen Berries
Trail Mix with Nuts, Dried Fruit, and Pretzels
Air Popped Popcorn
Apple Slices with Peanut Butter
Smoothies
Crackers with Peanut Butter or Cheese Slices, Grapes

WOW! This is all the things we actually have in our house already with just a few exceptions. I am totally shocked. Putting this plan together will help me navigate through our stock pile saving time, stress, and money.  I am going to write this on a sheet of paper and post it on our fridge!

There is always an assumption that one day over the weekend we may do dinner out as a family or grill so I have some wiggle room here.