Dinner and Dessert

As I have mentioned before, when you are going to the grocery store...sticking to the list helps you stay on budget.
With that being said...it is also a good idea to keep your eyes peeled for deals.
Like....
I found meat for 1.12 a pound.  So I bought 4 packages.
Great for meatloaf and meatballs .
Each container is over a pound. Freezes well.
Each serving will be about 34 cents. (Perhaps a couple cents more once I add spices.) For family of 4.  I have three, so I have leftovers.

If I had stuck to my list, I'd stayed on budget.  True.  However, I will rarely find meat this cheap, even on sale.  So I bought plenty, so when I need it, I wont have to pay full price.  I like to stock up when on sale.  Also, a couple of the items I was getting had Peelies on them.  Surprise coupons, so I didn't got too much over budget. Just about 3.00.

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