WOAH NELLY!
Costco trip was a very big (almost too big) success. I did stop at Publix right after to pick up some odds and ends (like tomato paste) but the bulk of it was at Costco…no pun intended!
- BIG spinach
- BIG organic greens
- ricotta cheese
- fresh herbs
- smart balance light mayo
- butter
- minced garlic (I’m lazy, ok?)
- organic eggs
- red onions
- whole wheat pitas
- big thing of raw shrimpies
- lemons
- green onions
- mozzarella cheese
- chicken stock
- relish
- tomato paste
- feta
- vanilla soymilk (I was able to buy 3 half gallons for only $6, making it a MUCH more affordable option than almond milk unfortunately!)
- plum tomatoes
- blueberries
- eggplants
- bell peppers
- corn
- canteloupes
- Quite possibly the largest thing of Bounty I’ve ever seen
Now can you even believe I stayed within the budget and spent LESS than $100??! (Ryan, calm down. I bought you the largest container of feta known to man). I couldn’t believe the deals at Cosco, especially the fruit and the soymilk. I haven’t had soymilk in awhile because I love almond milk but they don’t sell almond milk at Costco and I got about triple the amount for much less. Those three canteloupes only came out to $1 each and the big crate of blueberries was only $3.50. I plan to make blueberry crisp this week! 
I’ll also say that it is VERY EASY to go overboard when you are shopping in a wholesale warehouse! You really need to plan your meals, make a list and stick to it. It helped stopping at Publix (which was right next door) afterwards just to get a few random things. I’m definitely going to be more of a stickler about planning my meals and writing a clear and concise list when I go to the store from now on because, I’ll admit it, I can be quite the impulse shopper. I need to tell myself that I don’t NEED those random dried pears or that canned soup. Cooking at home is a much more affordable option if you stock your kitchen first with the basics and then shop weekly (or bi-weekly) for specialty items you need for the week. I mentioned in the comments this morning but here is my menu for the week if you missed it;
Monday: Wisconsin Cheddar Paninis and Avgolemono Soup (Gourmet)
Tuesday: Shrimp Po Boy Pitas and Corn (Cooking Light)
Wednesday: Pasta Salad with Balsamic and Feta
Thursday: Homemade Pizza
Friday: Leftovers
As soon as I got home I was very excited to throw together a super salad! I’ve missed them the past two days!
After the photo was taken I immediately dumped Texas Pete over everything!
Off to get some work done then hit the gym. See you tonight for cheeeeeeese 
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Doncha just love the miracle that is costco?! I can’t believe those blueberries were only 3.50!!!! The cheapest I’ve seen them at my Costco was 5.99. And the tasters don’t hurt either
I really admire that you almost never snack between meals (other than the afternoon snack). What times do you typically eat your meals and snacks at?
You can probably make a bulk of lasagna and freeze it. That’s what my friend does for ‘emergency’.
I want to see a post hot sauce pic!
Even when I make a list, I end up buying more than I planned on! I think Costco and I would be frenemies for that reason
seriously the warehouse always gets me. i can’t help it, but i have had to take the time to figure out what is and isn’t a good deal!
Woohoo for Costco!! Hope you found some yummy free samples to snack on too!
just be warned… bounty uses NEW trees for all there products
*their!!!
I got a 18 pack of Bounty Paper Towels at BJs back in January. I just ran out.
I think it’s a really good idea to plan out a menu. I am an impulse buyer too. Even if I make a specific list, I stray from it!
Looks de-lish! I wish we had a Costco a little closer to us!
Whoa, wish there was a Costco closer to me. Did you get a good price on the bell peppers? The red ones are so expensive, but I love them.
Hi Jenna,
I am new to your blog and I just love it. I am definitely going to try those muffins, they look yummy. I often bake recipes, so adding another blueberry muffin recipe will be great. Can’t wait to bake it and then eat it.:)
Have a great day.
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