I hit the farmer's market again this week with 27 dollars in my pocket, determined to support local farmers and get fresh, organic produce. I was surprised at how far my dollar stretched. I started with the basics that I would need for dinner, romaine lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, cilantro. I also found carrots and beautiful little eggplants. I really wanted asparagus while it is still in season and got 1 lb for $3.50. I passed on the artichokes and picked up some apples for Douglas. These were more expensive than I usually like to pay for apples, but I wanted to try our local fare. I kept passing on the strawberries too until one stand owner started advertising 3 packs for $5! That was a steal and took the last of my moola. I came away with a lot of fresh, beautiful food and didn't spend a fortune.
We are also fortunate to have friends with citrus trees and are phat in oranges, lemons and tangerines. No scurvy here! I really love a glass of fresh squeezed orange juice, especially when the oranges came of the tree 2 hours before being squeezed.
Here is my menu for the week.
- Black Bean Taco Salad
- Foccacia with Potatoes and Bacon
- Spaghetti Pomodora
- Curry with Eggplant
- Roast Chicken with grilled veggies
- Chicken Soup
- And of course, pizza night
2 comments:
Do you really cook 6 nights a week? Do you ever make enough for leftovers? I only cook 3 nights a week-we have leftovers 2 nights and do take-out or frozen pizza one night and then Sundays at my mom's. We are very fortunate in that respect. I love dinner at mom's!
Leftovers usually get eaten for lunch. I have the hardest time getting my family to eat leftovers. they are very picky.
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