Category Archives: Project: Empty Pantry Challenge

Day 3 – New Dishes

Posted on December 3, 2010 by

I love fresh fruit and vegetables in the summer and try to incorporate them in every meal. Frozen and canned come second to fresh but sometimes a mix is necessary. Most days I do a salad like this one: but … Continue reading →

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Day 2 – Breakfast is Served

Posted on December 2, 2010 by

If I had a nemesis, it would be breakfast. It is just so difficult for me to fight my way out of bed in the morning (especially with an 80 pound dog who tries to sit on me) not to … Continue reading →

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Day 1 – Getting Started

Posted on December 1, 2010 by

Getting started on any new project is fun until you realize that you may not know where to start. So I’m going to make this easy if you’ve never tried to eat entirely from your pantry for any sustained amount … Continue reading →

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Empty the Pantry December

Posted on December 1, 2010 by

Well I’ve decided today, for the second year in a row, to empty my pantry in December. Or as close as I can get. I picked up some food today and have a breakfast scheduled for Friday but other than … Continue reading →

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Rescue Dinner Recipes

Posted on April 12, 2010 by

On Friday The Empty Kitchen issued a challenge. Easy to follow recipes with easy to find ingredients, adaptable for vegetarians and oh yeah, they have to taste good too.  It’s a good thing (for them) that I’m competitive! While I … Continue reading →

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Once A Month Cooking

Posted on February 28, 2010 by

Crystal over  at MoneySavingMom and Jessica at Life As Mom are hosting a virtual “Once A Month Cooking” session.  This is the first time I’ve participated and decided to do the majority of my work on Sunday since I’m working … Continue reading →

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Chicken or Beef?

Posted on February 13, 2010 by

*warning pictures and recipes ahead* Ah, the eternal question of brides and cooks everywhere. Chicken or Beef? After a hectic morning I came home to a suspiciously full fridge and started cooking.  While I started with chicken it’s not done … Continue reading →

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No Spend Update

Posted on February 12, 2010 by

It’s been a quiet few days around the blog here which is unusual because I’m anything but quiet. Just ask my mom. And when I am quiet it’s a calculating, cool, don’t make eye contact kind of quiet. But here … Continue reading →

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Furlough Week 2

Posted on February 10, 2010 by

Another Furlough Wednesday here today and while I’m totally energized about my new freelance prospects I had a low-key day here at home. I started out at the car dealership getting a recall issue completed, updated my address and replaced … Continue reading →

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Summer Schedule

Posted on February 9, 2010 by

I’m constantly amazed by those shoppers who get coupons and great deals on produce. I can’t ever seem to find them at my stores (Raley’s, Bel-Air and Nugget) so if you know of any tips, pass ‘em on!  In lieu … Continue reading →

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