May 2008 Grocery Challenge

getting-sorted-sarah

Well, I'm over, but only a bit, should be ok now till the weekend when my new month starts.
However, have overspent on other stuff this month and had a few take aways. I am also feeling really low, it is so hard to cook and plan when I feel like this. Uggggh. Need to stick with you guys and get some inspiration.

skintscotslass

clair2305 wrote: »

I noticed 1kg basmati rice which is £1.45 in Mr A, is £1.29 in Aldi and £1.25 in Iceland.

Tesco value basmati 1kg was 99p today. Thanks for the price check

skintscotslass

searching_me wrote: »

anyones interested basmati rice is 89p for 1kg in nettos last time i checked if that helps anyone last time i was in i bought 5 packs:) xx

I need to find the nearest nettos. Only problem is, its probably 200 miles away :rotfl:

ETA: nearer than I thought. Only 90 miles lol

YoungBean

Evening to everyone!!
Hope everyone is well??

This may seem a little premature, but I am going camping next week, and visiting the folks, so do you think it wise doing a meal plan this week?

Sort of planning ahead.

I am feeling optimistic about June.

Since my "lighbulb moment" I am feeling alot happier, this week so far I have had 3 NSD

Any advice welcome

Sooz xx

savingfortravel

Hi everyone!!

Lost the thread for 2 days and started going through a type of cold turkey, really missed you all..now going to have a wonderful evening catching up.

Hope you're all ok.

Hugs to anyone who needs them.
Congrats to those in budget.

Not too long now....

Take Care

SFT

carolt2

Hello All,
I noticed there has been some discussion re measurement of cups for baking.

I cant remember who orginally asked the question but i thought i would mention the fact that I use a measuring jug. I got a set of 2 for under a pound. A 1 litre and 2 litre set. Both jugs have got the usual pint/ litre measure on them but have also got fl.oz/cups on them. I find using this very easy and have used it to measure flour for tortillas etc.
think i got them from either poundland or wilkinsons
Made some banana muffins today to use some old bananas up.

YoungBean

carolt2

can I be cheeky?
can I steal the recipe for banana muffins?

Thanks in advance

Sooz xx

mumzyof2

id also like the recipe for banana muffins

angelatgraceland

BigMummaF wrote: »

OK...hang on tight cuz this is gunna be a doozie!

Loo Rolls..MrT value were not very well received by the offspring, so I've a 4-pack of Floralys 4x240 sheets @ £1-49 in Lidl...if they're given the thumbs up, I think they had 9-pk for £3-35.
Freezer Boxes..Line the box/container/dish with a freezer bag or similar BEFORE putting the stuff in if possible. Once the food is frozen, lift out the bag & you have the container to use again whilst the frozen contents will stack easily in the freezer. I have also lined the dish with double layer of foil before making up a lasagne to freeze, just unwrapping the foil & putting the food back into the dish to reheat it.......does this make any sense
Recipe Requests..to AngelatGraceland for pitta SIZE=1]must have missed that one![/SIZE][SIZE=2 & GreenT[/n ]

Recipe for Naan bead

3 tbsp natural yoghurt
1 tbsp olive oil
1/4 pint tepid water
12 oz bread flour
1 tsp caster sugar
1 tsp salt
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp dried yeast

Put ingredients into breadmaker in order listed.
Put on dough cycle
When done-divide into 6-8 even sized pieces
Rollo out into ovals or circles
grill carefully-2-3 mins each side until brownded and puffy

This recipe courtesy of my Hinari recipe book

Pitta bread
1/4 pint tepid water
4 oz white bread flour
4 oz wholemeal bread flour
1/2 tsp caster sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp dried yeast

Same as above up to removal of dough.
divide into 4 pieces, knock back each piece and roll into an ovl shape.
Place on greased baking trays , cover with oiled clingfilm and leave in a warm place to rise for 15 mins.
Remove cling film.
Put in warmed oven 230C/450F/Gas 8 for 8-10 mins

This recipe courtesy of my Hinari recipe book

kittynortheast

I've done it, just by the skin of my teeth! Mrs MAC would you please put me down for £333.69 this month thanks!