Lowes Foods Weekly Menu May 26-June 1

We're skipping Meatless Monday to celebrate Memorial Day. I hope you all have a wonderful weekend. So happy summer is here!!

The subtotal is $49.

Weekly Menu

Sunday

Chipotle Shrimp with Jalapeno-Lime Slaw

Monday

Grilled Chicken Sausages with Jalapeno-Lime Corn

Tuesday

Greek Turkey Burgers with Zucchini Sticks

Wednesday

Chicken Sausages with Corn, Tomato, & Basil Saute

Thursday

Chicken, Pepper, & Onion Pitas with Roasted Broccoli & Tomatoes

Friday

Orchard Turkey Burgers

Saturday

Tortellini with Spinach & Tomatoes

Shopping List...{Weekly Menu Items}
Pantry/Fridge Stock-up in Italics

Sunday	1 red onion ~ $1.25 Fresh cilantro - $.99 Fresh Express cole slaw mix - $1.50 1 jalapeno ~ $.10 1/2 lb shrimp - $3.50 Chili powder Garlic Red pepper flakes Lemon juice Olive oil Salt Pepper Cayenne pepper Lime juice Sugar
Monday	1 lime - $.33 2 ears corn - $.66 1 small jalapeno ~ $.10 1 green bell pepper - $1.29  1 red bell pepper - $1.50 1 onion ~ $.35 LF tomato paste, 6 oz - $.75 Johnsonville chicken sausage - $2.99   -$1 SS 5/12 = $1.99 LF hot dog buns - $1 Olive oil  Chili powder Italian seasoning Garlic Paprika Butter
Tuesday	1 roma tomato ~ $.40 2 medium zucchini ~ $2.25 Fresh Express lettuce - $1.50 Butterball lean ground turkey - $3.99 Treasure Cave crumbled feta cheese - $3.35 LF hamburger buns - $1 Toyfayan pita bread - $1.99 Lemon juice Garlic Salt Pepper Red onion 1 egg Breadcrumbs Parmesan cheese Cooking spray Garlic powder
Wednesday	2 ears of corn - $.66 Fresh basil - $2.49 Grape tomatoes - $2.99 Chicken sausages  Olive oil Onion Salt Pepper
Thursday	1/2 lb broccoli crowns - $.99 1 shallot - $.22 1 boneless skinless chicken breast - $1.99/lb Kraft 2% shredded mozzarella - $2  Barbecue sauce Green pepper (split w/Chicken Sausages) Onion (split w/Chicken Sausages) Pita bread Cilantro Grape tomatoes (split w/Saute) Garlic Red pepper flakes Olive oil Salt Pepper Parmesan cheese
Friday	1 onion ~ $.35 1 Granny Smith apple ~ $1.15 Fresh Express spinach - $2.99 Ground turkey Feta cheese Olive oil Dried thyme Garlic powder Onion powder Salt Pepper Garlic White wine vinegar Dijon mustard Honey
Saturday	3 roma tomatoes ~ $1.20 Buitoni tortellini - $3.49 Olive oil Garlic Spinach Parmesan cheese Salt Pepper

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Harris Teeter Weekly Menu May 26-June 1

I'm back! Sorry for the small hiatus but things are slowly getting back to normal around here. We're skipping Meatless Monday to celebrate Memorial Day. I hope you all have a wonderful weekend. So happy summer is here!!

The subtotal is $53. The lasagna is 9 servings so you can make the menu under $50 if you plan for leftovers.

Weekly Menu

Sunday

Honey-Soy Broiled Salmon with Vegetable & Rice Pilaf

Monday

Grilled Chicken Sausages with Jalapeno-Lime Corn

Tuesday

Sun-dried Tomato Turkey Burgers with Jalapeno-Lime Slaw

Wednesday

Lemon-Garlic Shrimp over Cauliflower Mash

Thursday

Chicken Sausages with Corn, Tomato, & Basil Saute

Friday

Orchard Turkey Burgers

Saturday

Veggie Alfredo Lasagna

Shopping List...{Weekly Menu Items}
Pantry/Fridge Stock-up in Italics

Sunday	1 small zucchini ~ $.50 1 onion ~ $.30 1 small yellow squash ~ $.50 1 bunch green onions - $.79 1 small ginger root ~ $.50 1/2 lb salmon - $4.50 Low sodium soy sauce   -need it: Kikkoman - $2   -.75/1 print = $.50 Olive oil Rice vinegar Sesame seeds Honey Brown rice
Monday	1 lime - $.59 2 ears corn - $.88 1 small jalapeno ~ $.10 Stoplight bell pepper package - $5.49 HT tomato paste, 6 oz - $.47 Al Fresco chicken sausage - $2.99   -$1 off print = $1.99 HT hot dog buns - $1.19 Olive oil  Chili powder Italian seasoning Garlic Paprika Butter Onion (split w/Salmon)
Tuesday	1 onion ~ $.30 1 red onion ~ $1 Fresh cilantro - $1.79 1 jalapeno ~ $.10 Fresh Express 3-color cole slaw mix - $1.50 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (from olive bar) ~ $1 HT turkey burger patties, 4 ct - $3 HT hamburger buns - $1.19 Dried basil Ground cumin Salt Pepper Olive oil Balsamic vinegar Lime juice Sugar
Wednesday	1 lemon - $.69 1 head cauliflower - $3 1/2 lb shrimp - $4.50 Butter Olive oil Garlic Salt Pepper Parmesan cheese
Thursday	2 ears of corn - $.88 Fresh basil - $1.99 Grape tomatoes - $3 Chicken sausages  Olive oil Onion Salt Pepper
Friday	1 onion ~ $.30 1 Granny Smith apple ~ $1 Fresh Express lettuce mix - $2.50 HT crumbled blue cheese - $2.99 Turkey burger patties Olive oil Dried thyme Garlic powder Onion powder Salt Pepper Garlic White wine vinegar Dijon mustard Honey
Saturday	HT 15 oz can diced tomatoes - $.79 Barilla lasagna noodles - $1.67 Kraft 2% shredded mozzarella cheese - $1.94 Cauliflower (split w/Cauliflower Mash) Bell peppers (split w/Grilled Chicken Sausages) Grape tomatoes (split w/Corn, Tomato, & Basil Saute) Garlic Butter Salt Pepper Milk Parmesan cheese

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My Crazy Week + A Short Menu

Once again, I have to apologize for the lack of menus in the next two weeks. I know, I know. May has/will be the craziest month of 2013 for me yet and that's saying a lot. I promise things will slow down soon (even though my husband doesn't believe me) and I will be back on track with blogging! This weekend I'm headed to Rockingham, NC and Greenville, SC to celebrate Mother's Day with all of our family. From there, I'm headed up to Concord, NC to speak at the 2013 Nutrition Assistants' Multi-State Conference. I was very honored when asked to speak at this event and I'm happy to be sharing my couponing and meal planning knowledge. Just when I get back to Wilmington Nick and I are headed down to Savannah, GA for the weekend to work a little and play a lot :) I would love to hear any suggestions of places to eat, shop, visit, etc. while we're there!

Moms - share this menu from StarNews with dad and the kids so they can treat you extra special and give you the day off on Sunday - you deserve it! Yep, those are the dirty pot holder hands of yours truly. Maybe I should invest in some new ones that actually match...

Below are three recipes inspired from the Greek-related items on sale at Lowes Foods this week. All recipes are four servings. Not a full menu but something is better than nothing, right?

I hope you all have a great Mother's Day weekend!

Shopping List

Pasta:

Barilla penne pasta - $1

Tribe hummus - $1.75

1 pint grape tomatoes - $2.99

½ lb broccoli crowns - $.99

Fresh cilantro - $.99

Lowes Foods 15 oz can garbanzo beans - $.99

Lowes Foods Kalamata olives, 6 oz can - $3.69

Chicken pitas:

Toufayan whole wheat pita bread - $2.49

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts - $2.79/lb

1 small red onion ~ $1.25

1 cucumber - $.99

2 roma tomatoes - $.80

Fresh Express lettuce trio - $2

Greek potatoes:

6 red potatoes ~ $3

1 lemon - $.79

Hummus crusted chicken

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts - $2.79/lb

2 zucchini ~ $2.25

2 yellow squash ~ $2.25

1 onion ~ $.80

Tribe hummus - $1.75

1 lemon - $.79

Pasta with garbanzo beans, charred tomatoes & broccoli

8 oz penne pasta

¼ cup pasta water

1/2 cup plain hummus

1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

1 pint grape tomatoes

½ lb broccoli crowns, chopped

¼ tsp salt

¼ tsp pepper

15 oz can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed

2 tsp minced garlic

1 tsp paprika

1/2 cup sliced pitted kalamata olives

1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Preparation

1) Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, reserving ¼ cup pasta water. Whisk hummus into reserved pasta water.

2) Meanwhile, heat oil in large heavy skillet (cast-iron works best) over high heat. Add grape tomatoes and broccoli; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook until blackened in spots, shaking skillet occasionally, about 8-10 minutes.

3) Add garbanzo beans, garlic, and paprika to tomato mixture. Crush about half of the tomatoes to release their juices. Add pasta and enough hummus mixture to coat. Mix in olives and cilantro; toss and serve.

Grilled chicken pitas with Greek potatoes

Chicken pitas:

4 whole wheat pita pockets

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, grilled and cut into strips

½ small red onion, thinly sliced

1 cucumber, chopped

8 tomato slices

4 Tbsp hummus

Lettuce mix, chopped

Preparation

1) In a large bowl, mix lettuce, onion, tomatoes and cucumber.

2) Spread 1 Tbsp of hummus in each pita pocket.  Stuff each pita with lettuce mixture and chicken.

Greek Potatoes:

6 red potatoes, cut into evenly sized wedges

1/4 cup olive oil

2 tsp dried oregano

2 tsp garlic powder

4 Tbsp lemon juice

1/4 cup fat-free, low sodium chicken broth

¼ tsp salt

¼ tsp pepper

Preparation

1) Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

2) Add potatoes and the rest of the ingredients to a large mixing bowl. Toss until potatoes are well coated.

3) Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place the coated potatoes in a single layer and drizzle with any remaining marinade left in the bowl.

4) Bake at 400 degrees for about 30-45 minutes, turning potatoes about halfway through the cooking time.

  

Hummus crusted chicken

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

½ tsp salt, divided

½ tsp pepper, divided

2 zucchini, chopped

2 yellow squash, chopped

1 onion, chopped

1 Tbsp olive oil

1 cup hummus

1 lemon

1 tsp paprika

Preparation:

1) Preheat oven to 450 degrees.

2) Place chicken breasts in a baking dish coated with cooking spray. Season each chicken breast with salt and pepper and top each with hummus. Spread hummus over chicken breast so that they are entirely covered. Squeeze juice of half the lemon over chicken. Sprinkle with paprika.

3) In a large bowl, toss the zucchini, squash and onion with olive oil until evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper.

4) Place all of the vegetables in an even layer on a baking sheet. Squeeze the other half the lemon juice over vegetables.

5) Bake both dishes for about 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Toss vegetables halfway through cooking.

Harris Teeter Weekly Menu April 28 - May 4

This week is triple coupons at Harris Teeter meaning any coupon $.99 or less will triple in value! I created a small list of deals here (along with a few for Super Doubles at Lowes Foods) but check out Southern Savers for three full lists.

This weekend and next week I'm planning a huge fundraiser for the Junior League of Wilmington (our 5th Annual Mint Julep Jubilee) and traveling out of town for work. Therefore, this is a limited menu based on my StarNews column and I will not be posting any menus next week. If you live in or around Wilmington or would love to make a road trip for fun event, check out more about Mint Julep Jubilee here.

This week's menu can be found here and is based off of all of the great seafood deals at Harris Teeter this week. Each recipe is four servings.

Mint Julep Jubilee

I won't be posting any menus next week due to work travel and planning this event below. If you're looking for a fun way to celebrate the Kentucky Derby, come out to the 5th Annual Mint Julep Jubilee on May 4th!

The Junior League of Wilmington

invites you to the 

5th Annual Mint Julep Jubilee

at Poplar Grove Plantation in Wilmington, NC 

Our community-wide event embraces all that makes the Kentucky Derby such a celebrated American past-time: the excitement of the race, stylish attire, refreshing mint juleps, all with the backdrop of a laid back country setting.

Guests can enjoy an open bar, southern fare buffet, live race coverage, live band, “Best Hat” contest, silent auction and raffle prizes.

HOURS: 4-9pm. All-inclusive tickets can be purchased online, click here.
**Must be 21 to attend.**

 Mint Julep Jubilee is an annual fundraiser for the Junior League of Wilmington. All proceeds from this event help fund the Junior League’s community partnership with the Blue Ribbon Commission and DC Virgo Preparatory Academy. Thank you for your support. 

Bi-Lo Weekly Menu April 21-27

Weekly Menu

Sunday

Parmesan Herb Crusted Salmon with Citrus Orzo

Monday

Veggie Tostadas

Tuesday

Peppercorn Pork Medallions with Green Beans & Tomatoes

Wednesday

Mesquite Chicken with Avocado Salsa over Greens

Thursday

Chipotle Chicken with Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Friday

Pork & Avocado Wraps

Saturday

Chicken Caesar Sandwiches with Greek Potatoes

Shopping List...{Weekly Menu Items}
Pantry/Fridge Stock-up in Italics

Sunday	1/4 lb asparagus 1 lemon Fresh parsley 2 salmon fillets, 6 oz each - $7.99/lb Kraft Fresh Take Italian Parmesan - $2   -$1 off print = $1 Chicken broth Orzo Olive oil
Monday	1 avocado 1 roma tomato Fresh Express mixed greens - $2.99 SH black beans, 15 oz can Wrap-Itz flour tortillas - $.99 Reduced-fat shredded cheese Lime juice Salt Ground cumin Ground red pepper
Tuesday	1 pint grape tomatoes - $2.99 1/2 lb green beans Smithfield peppercorn pork tenderloin - $6.99   -$1 off SS 2/3 = $5.99 Olive oil Balsamic vinegar Butter Salt Pepper
Wednesday	1 avocado 1 red onion 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts - $2.34/lb Kraft Fresh Take Mesquite BBQ - $2   -$1 off print = $1 Mixed greens (split w/Tostadas) Grape tomatoes (split w/Peppercorn Pork) Lime juice
Thursday	2 medium sweet potatoes  2 boneless skinless chicken breasts - $2.34/lb Olive oil Salt Pepper Chipotle pepper in adobo sauce (last week) Garlic Honey Cider vinegar Ground cumin Ground cinnamon
Friday	1 avocado 1 roma tomato Betty Crocker Suddenly Salad Classic Tortillas (split w/Tostadas) Pork tenderloin (split w/Peppercorn Pork) Lime juice Ground cumin Dried oregano Mixed greens Shredded cheese Olive oil
Saturday	1 russet potato  1 boneless skinless chicken breast - $2.34/lb Caesar dressing  Wheat hamburger buns Parmesan cheese Arugula Pepper Salt Olive oil Dried oregano Garlic powder Lemon juice Chicken broth Fresh parsley (split w/Salmon)

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Harris Teeter Weekly Menu April 21-27

Harris Teeter has a lot of different seafood options on sale this week. I opted for the tuna but check out your local sales ad to see if anything else strikes your fancy!

The subtotal is $47.


Weekly Menu

Sunday

Sesame Tuna with Quinoa Fried Rice

Monday

Roasted Red Pepper, Tomato, & Arugula Pasta

Tuesday

Arugula Steak Salad

Wednesday

Red Pepper Chicken with Oven Roasted Green Beans

Thursday

Chipotle Chicken with Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Friday

Beef & Broccoli over Rice

Saturday

Chicken Caesar Sandwiches with Greek Potatoes

Shopping List...{Weekly Menu Items}
Pantry/Fridge Stock-up in Italics

Sunday	2 tuna medallions, 4 oz each ~ $6 HT frozen mixed vegetables - $1.25 Sesame oil Low-sodium soy sauce Sesame seeds Pepper Quinoa Garlic powder Olive oil
Monday	1 shallot - $.50 Fresh basil - $2.19 Grape tomatoes - $3 Earthbound Farm Organic arugula - $3.50 H.T. Traders Roasted Red Piquillo Peppers - $1.99 HT shredded 2% mozzarella cheese - $2.75   -Buy 2, Get 3 free (must buy 5) - $1.10 each Pasta Olive oil Garlic Paprika Crushed red pepper flakes Salt Pepper Parmesan cheese
Tuesday	1 shallot - $.50 1 red onion ~ $1.50 8 oz sliced mushrooms - $1.99 2 lb London broil - $7 Low sodium soy sauce Lemon juice Balsamic vinegar Olive oil Dried thyme Dried oregano Garlic Cooking spray Salt Pepper Butter Arugula (split w/Pasta)
Wednesday	1/2 lb green beans ~ $1 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (from butcher) ~ $2 Alouette Italian Herbs spreadable portions - $2.49   -$1 off print = $1.49 Olive oil Roasted red peppers (split w/Pasta) Salt Pepper Thyme
Thursday	2 medium sweet potatoes ~ $1.50 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (from butcher) ~ $2 Olive oil Salt Pepper Chipotle pepper in adobo sauce (last week) Garlic Honey Cider vinegar Ground cumin Ground cinnamon
Friday	1/2 lb broccoli crowns - $1.25 Beef broth Low sodium soy sauce Brown sugar Sesame oil Garlic London broil (split w/Arugula Steak Salad) Cornstarch Brown rice
Saturday	1 russet potato ~ $.80 Fresh parsley - $1.59 1 boneless skinless chicken breast (from butcher) ~ $1 Kraft Caesar dressing - $1.47 Parmesan cheese Arugula Pepper Salt Hamburger buns (last week) Olive oil Dried oregano Garlic powder Lemon juice Chicken broth

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Lowes Foods Weekly Menu April 21-27

Lowes Foods has a great ad this week with many meat and produce BOGO items. A few recipes were featured in the StarNews article this week and all of those are four servings.

The subtotal is $41.


Weekly Menu

Sunday

Seared Scallops with Roasted Tomatoes & Zucchini

Monday

Roasted Red Pepper, Tomato, & Arugula Pasta

Tuesday

Arugula Steak Salad

Wednesday

Chicken Caprese with Couscous

Thursday

Chipotle Chicken with Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Friday

Beef & Broccoli over Rice

Saturday

Chicken Caesar Sandwiches with Greek Potatoes

Shopping List...{Weekly Menu Items}
Pantry/Fridge Stock-up in Italics

Sunday	1 large zucchini ~ $1.15 1 pint grape tomatoes - $2 1/2 lb bay scallops ~ $3.50 Olive oil Salt Pepper Butter
Monday	1 shallot - $.25 Fresh basil - $2.39 Earthbound Farm Organic arugula - $3.69 Mt. Olive roasted red peppers, 12 oz - $2.49 LF shredded 2% mozzarella cheese - $1.39 Pasta Olive oil Garlic Grape tomatoes (split w/Scallops) Paprika Crushed red pepper flakes Salt Pepper Parmesan cheese
Tuesday	1 shallot - $.25 1 red onion ~ $1.50 8 oz sliced mushrooms - $1.99 2 lb London broil - $7 Low sodium soy sauce Lemon juice Balsamic vinegar Olive oil Dried thyme Dried oregano Garlic Cooking spray Salt Pepper Butter Arugula (split w/Pasta)
Wednesday	1 pint grape tomatoes - $2 2 Perdue thin sliced chicken breasts ~ $1.63 Birds Eye Couscous pasta & spinach, 10 oz - $1.30   -$1 off print = $.30 Italian seasoning Garlic powder Toothpicks Shredded mozzarella cheese Olive oil Red wine vinegar Cooking spray Fresh basil
Thursday	2 medium sweet potatoes ~ $1.50 2 Perdue thin sliced chicken breasts ~ $1.63 Olive oil Salt Pepper Chipotle pepper in adobo sauce (last week) Garlic Honey Cider vinegar Ground cumin Ground cinnamon
Friday	1/2 lb broccoli crowns - $1.15 Beef broth Low sodium soy sauce Brown sugar Sesame oil Garlic London broil (split w/Arugula Steak Salad) Cornstarch Brown rice
Saturday	1 russet potato ~ $.80 Fresh parsley - $.99 1 Perdue boneless skinless chicken breast ~ $1.50 LF Caesar dressing - $2 Parmesan cheese Arugula Pepper Salt Hamburger buns (last week) Olive oil Dried oregano Garlic powder Lemon juice Chicken broth

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