JLW Bargain Sale 2013

If you live in Wilmington, NC or surrounding areas, be sure to catch the Junior League of Wilmington's annual Bargain Sale on Saturday, November 10th from 7:30 am to 1:30 pm at Unit 44 at the University Centre (the intersection of S. College Road and New Centre Drive, right next to Sam’s Club). An admission of only $3 gives you access to new and gently used adult clothing, children’s items, furniture, household goods, books, electronics, and more.  My favorite part is the “Unique Boutique” which features donations from local businesses including Monkee's, Fisherman’s Wife, Return Passage, Lula Balou, New River Pottery, and many more.  Not only will you find great bargains at the sale but you will also be giving back to the community.  All proceeds from the Bargain Sale go directly to Junior League projects including partnership with the Blue Ribbon Commission and D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy to help create a positive change in the lives of Wilmington’s children and families.  I don't know how a day of shopping could feel anymore rewarding!

Looking for something to do Friday night?  Get first dibs on the deals at the Sip & Shop Bargain Sale preview November 9th from 6:30-8:30 pm.  An $8 admission will give you the first chance to peruse the sale.  If that's not enticing enough, while you shop you will be able to enjoy live music, food, cash bar, and a raffle.  A ticket to the Sip and Shop gains you free access into the Bargain Sale on Saturday.  Check out the JLW Bargain Sale on facebook for more information and to see pictures of some of the best merchandise up for grabs!

Sip & Shop: Friday, November 9th: 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Price for Admission: $8, with free entry on Saturday
Price of Items: All items priced as marked

Bargain Sale: Saturday, November 10th: 7:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Price for Admission: $3
Price of Items: All items HALF the marked price

All Sales are CASH ONLY!

My big score last year was a "Doors of Chapel Hill" poster that I bought for $1! It is now framed in our house and a great way to decorate on a budget. Have you been to the Bargain Sale in the past? Leave a comment below of any great items you found. 

Bi-Lo Weekly Menu Oct 28-Nov 3

A few tips on butternut squash:
1) Dice a whole butternut squash at one time and keep the leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to two days.
2) An easy (or should I say easier) way to cut butternut squash: Cut off both ends of the butternut squash. Lay one end flat on a cutting board and use a vegetable peeler to take skin off down the sides of squash. Cut the squash lengthwise and then slice into smaller sections.

Happy Halloween!!


Weekly Menu

Sunday

Cider Glazed Chicken with Roasted Butternut Squash Salad

Monday

Butternut Squash & Shallot Soup with Spinach-Artichoke Grilled Cheese

Tuesday

Beef Tips in Mushroom Sauce with Rice and Broccoli

Wednesday

Halloween Menu

Thursday

Chicken with Pepperoni-Marinara Sauce and Roasted Asparagus

Friday

Sweet Potato & Black Bean Burritos with Yellow Rice

Saturday

Sauteed Chicken & Mushrooms with Sweet Potatoes

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

Sunday	1 butternut squash  Fresh Express spinach - $2.49 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts - $3.99/lb Dried cranberries Butter Salt Pepper Apple cider (last week) Dijon mustard Olive oil
Monday	2 shallots  1 small piece of ginger  Fresh Express spinach, 9 oz - $2.69 Artichoke hearts, 6 oz  100% whole wheat bread  Fat-free sour cream, 8 oz 7 Butternut squash (split w/Butternut Squash Salad) Spinach (split w/Butternut Squash Salad) Olive oil Salt Pepper Vegetable broth Garlic Mozzarella cheese (last week)   -need it: Borden - $2
Tuesday	1 onion 1 lb broccoli crowns - $1.49 8 oz sliced mushrooms - $1.99 1 lb sirloin tips - $3.99/lb 1 can 98% fat free mushroom soup 1 package dry onion soup mix Fat-free beef broth Pepper Salt Crushed red pepper Rice Garlic
Wednesday	Halloween Menu Shopping List
Thursday	1/2 lb asparagus ~ $1 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts - $3.99/lb Hormel turkey pepperoni    -.55/1 print = $2.89 Cooking spray Marinara sauce (last week) Garlic Dried oregano Olive oil Pepper Salt Mozzarella cheese (last week)
Friday	1 sweet potato - $.79/lb 1 red onion 15 oz can black beans 1 can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce 1 package yellow rice Borden's shredded cheddar cheese - $2 Olive oil Spinach Tortillas (last week)
Saturday	Fresh parsley 1 shallot 2 sweet potatoes - $.79/lb 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts - $3.99/lb Salt Olive oil Fat-free, low sodium chicken broth Butter  Mushrooms (split w/Beef Tips) Dried thyme

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Lowes Foods Weekly Menu Oct 28-Nov 3

The subtotal this week is $38. This price doesn't include the Halloween Menu but with $12 to spare you should still be close to the $50 range if you choose to do the holiday menu. The Butternut Squash & Spinach Pasta is six servings so you can plan to eat leftovers for lunch or take out one of the other dinners this week.

Happy Halloween!!


Weekly Menu

Sunday

Scallops with Warm Tuscan Beans

Monday

Butternut Squash & Shallot Soup with Spinach-Artichoke Grilled Cheese

Tuesday

French Dip with Zucchini Oven Chips

Wednesday

Halloween Menu

Thursday

Butternut Squash & Spinach Pasta

Friday

Steak Fajitas with Black Beans

Saturday

Chicken with Pepperoni-Marinara Sauce and Green Beans

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

Sunday	1 onion ~ $.80 Fresh Express spinach - $2  15 oz can Hanover Great Northern beans - $.89 1/2 lb bay scallops ~ $3.50 Olive oil Salt Crushed red pepper Garlic Fat-free, low sodium chicken broth Dried basil
Monday	2 shallots - $.50 1 small piece of ginger ~ $1 1 butternut squash ~ $2.60 Delallo marinated artichokes, 6 oz - $2.49 French bread - $1.99 LF fat-free sour cream, 8 oz - $.99 Spinach (split w/Scallops) Olive oil Salt Pepper Vegetable broth Garlic Mozzarella cheese (last week)
Tuesday	1 large zucchini ~ $1.15 London Broil, 2 lb ~ $7 Reduced-sodium soy sauce Beef bouillon cube Bay leaf Pepper Dried rosemary Dried thyme Garlic powder French bread (split w/Grilled Cheese) Breadcrumbs Parmesan cheese Seasoned salt Fat-free milk Cooking spray
Wednesday	Halloween Menu Shopping List
Thursday	1 onion ~ $.80 LF low fat ricotta, 15 oz - $1.99 Pasta (penne, rigatoni, or ziti) Butternut Squash (split w/Squash & Shallot Soup) Spinach (split w/Spinach-Artichoke Grilled Cheese) Butter Flour Fat-free milk Dried basil Garlic Dried sage Nutmeg Red pepper flakes Olive oil Salt Pepper Parmesan cheese Shredded mozzarella (last week)
Friday	1 onion ~ $.80 1 green bell pepper - $.97 Hanover black beans - $.89 London broil (split w/French Dip) Canola oil Garlic Tortillas (last week)
Saturday	1/2 lb green snap beans ~ $.64 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts - $2.74/lb Contadina crushed tomatoes, 28 oz - $.85 Hormel turkey pepperoni - $3.99   -.55/1 print = $2.89 Cooking spray Garlic Dried oregano Olive oil Pepper Salt Mozzarella cheese (last week)

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Harris Teeter Weekly Menu Oct 28-Nov 3

If you're not a fan of fall squash you are going to hate this week's menu so I'll go ahead and apologize now! With fall squash on sale at $.79/lb and so many delicious recipes out there, it is just too hard to resist incorporating them into almost every dish this week. I think this calls for a Happy Fall, Y'all!

A few tips:
1) Dice a whole butternut squash at one time and keep the leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to two days.
2) An easy (or should I say easier) way to cut butternut squash: Cut off both ends of the butternut squash. Lay one end flat on a cutting board and use a vegetable peeler to take skin off down the sides of squash. Cut the squash lengthwise and then slice into smaller sections. Harris Teeter does sell butternut squash already diced but it is more expensive.
3) The Tex-Mex Spaghetti Squash Boats and Spaghetti Squash Pie can both be made with a meat substitute or with vegetables only.

The subtotal this week is $34!! This doesn't include the Halloween Menu but with $16 to spare you should still be under this week.


Weekly Menu

Sunday

Cider Glazed Chicken and Baked Rice with Butternut Squash

Monday

Butternut Squash & Shallot Soup with Spinach-Artichoke Grilled Cheese

Tuesday

Spaghetti Squash Pie

Wednesday

Halloween Menu

Thursday

Butternut Squash & Spinach Pasta

Friday

Pistachio Chicken with Roasted Butternut Squash Salad

Saturday

Tex-Mex Spaghetti Squash Boats

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

Sunday	1 butternut squash ~ $2 1 onion ~ $.30 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (from butcher) ~ $2 Butter Salt Pepper Apple cider (last week) Dijon mustard   -need it: French's - $2.99   -.75/1 SS 9/9 = $1.49 Fat-free, low sodium chicken broth   -need it: Swanson, 14 oz - $.59 Dried sage Olive oil Garlic Dried thyme Rice Cooking spray Parmesan cheese
Monday	2 shallots - $1 1 small piece of ginger ~ $1 Fresh Express spinach, 9 oz - $2.69 HT artichoke hearts, 6 oz - $1.89 HT 100% whole wheat bread - $1.69 HT fat-free sour cream, 8 oz - $.77 Butternut squash (split w/Baked Rice) Olive oil Salt Pepper Vegetable broth Garlic Mozzarella cheese (last week)
Tuesday	1 small spaghetti squash ~ $1.60 1 green pepper - $1.19 1 package ground turkey  breast - $5.99 Spaghetti sauce (last week)   -need it: HT - $.97 Italian seasoning Flour  Butter 2 eggs Parmesan cheese Garlic Shredded mozzarella (last week) Onion (split w/Baked Rice)
Wednesday	Halloween Menu Shopping List
Thursday	1 butternut squash ~ $2 1 onion ~ $.30 Pasta (penne, rigatoni, or ziti)   -Barilla Plus - $1.67 Spinach (split w/Spinach-Artichoke Grilled Cheese) Cottage cheese (last week)   -need it: Friendship - $2   -.55/1 print or SS 10/7 = $.90 Butter Flour Fat-free milk Dried basil Garlic Dried sage Nutmeg Red pepper flakes Olive oil Salt Pepper Parmesan cheese Shredded mozzarella (last week)
Friday	2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (from butcher) ~ $2 Wonderful pistachios, 8 oz - $3.99   -.50/1 print = $2.99 Dijon mustard Dried parsley Dried thyme Butternut squash (split w/Squash & Spinach Pasta) Olive oil Salt Pepper Spinach (split w/Grilled Cheese & Squash & Spinach Pasta) Dried cranberries (last week)
Saturday	1 small spaghetti squash ~ $1.60 HT reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese - $2.75 Onion (split w/Squash & Spinach Pasta) Green bell pepper (split w/Spaghetti Squash Pie) Ground turkey (split w/Spaghetti Squash Pie) Ground cumin Chili powder Salsa (last week)

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Scarily Delicious Halloween Menu

I got so excited a few weeks ago when I stumbled upon this Halloween recipe that I decided to make a whole menu around it. We don't have kids yet and I'm not sure if we'll even have any trick-or-treaters this year so a festive menu is my way of celebrating. Eating Santa Fe Soup has been our tradition for the past few years but after making a huge helping of it for our housewarming party and eating leftovers, I'm a little Santa Fe Soup-ed out. This Halloween menu would be fun to make with kids, entertain friends or family, or to eat with your honey before snuggling up to watch a few scary movies. Do you have any favorite Halloween meals or traditions? I would love to hear them!

Happy Halloween everyone!


Halloween Menu

Hamburger Soup with Ghoulish Mashed Potatoes
Spiced Pumpkin Biscuits
Candy Corn Popcorn Balls


Shopping List
Pantry/Fridge Stock-up in Italics

Hamburger Soup	1 onion 2 carrots Celery 1 lb russet potatoes 8 oz can peas 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey 15 oz can petite diced tomatoes 1 package Lipton soup mix 8 oz fat-free sour cream Fat-free beef broth Small pasta (macaroni, shells, etc) Garlic Dried thyme Pepper Salt Red pepper flakes Italian seasoning Butter
Pumpkin Biscuits	15 oz can pumpkin Fat-free buttermilk All-purpose flour Baking powder Pumpkin pie spice (see recipe to make your own) Salt Butter Honey
Popcorn Balls	3 oz bag popcorn Candy corn 10 oz bag miniature marshmallows Butter Salt Cooking spray

Bi-Lo Weekly Menu Oct 21-27

My mouth was watering while I was typing the recipes for the Bi-Lo menu this week. I think it's the winner for best menu out of all three!

Weekly Menu

Sunday

Spanish-Style Tilapia in Tomato Broth

Monday

Pasta with Pistachio Pesto

Tuesday

Spiced Pork Chops with Sauteed Apples and Mashed Potatoes

Wednesday

Chicken Fajita Wraps with Cajun Spiced Corn

Thursday

Creamy Chicken & Mushroom Pasta

Friday

Crispy Pork Chops with Spaghetti Squash

Saturday

Pistachio Chicken with Roasted Tomato Caprese Salad

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

Sunday	1 pint grape tomatoes - $2.50 1 shallot  Fresh parsley - $.99 Sliced almonds, 2.25 oz  2 tilapia fillets, 6 oz each ~ $5 Rice Olive oil Salt Pepper Paprika Garlic Crushed red pepper Fat-free, low sodium chicken broth White wine (or more chicken broth) Dried thyme Lemon juice
Monday	Fresh basil Wonderful pistachios, 8 oz - $3.99   -.50/1 print or SS 10/7 = $2.99 Penne, rotini, or macaroni pasta Olive oil Salt Garlic Parmesan cheese Grape tomatoes (split w/Tilapia)
Tuesday	1 gala apple 1 shallot  1 lb red potatoes  Apple cider  1 lb pork chops - $2.99 Salt Ground coriander Pepper Ground cinnamon Ground nutmeg Cooking spray Butter Dried thyme Garlic Milk
Wednesday	1 roma tomato 1 green bell pepper  1 onion 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast - $3.14/lb Wrap-Itz tortillas - $.99 1 small can sliced jalapeno peppers Salsa  Galbani fresh mozzarella - $3.49   -$1 off print = $2.49 Birds Eye frozen corn    -.50/1 print  Cooking spray Aluminum foil Cajun seasoning Butter or margarine
Thursday	1 shallot  Sliced murhsooms, 8 oz - $1.59 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast - $3.14/lb Land O' Lakes fat-free half and half   -.55/1 print = $.79 Penne, bow tie, rigatoni, or ziti pasta Garlic Olive oil Cooking spray Fat-free, low sodium chicken broth Salt Pepper Parmesan cheese Parsley (split w/Spanish-Style Tilapia)
Friday	1 small spaghetti squash - $.79/lb Ragu marinara sauce - $1.99 2 pork chops Dijon mustard Panko bread crumbs Dried thyme Parsley Salt Pepper Olive oil
Saturday	2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts - $3.14/lb Pistachios (split w/Pasta with Pistachio Pesto) Dijon mustard Parsley Dried thyme Grape tomatoes (split w/Tilapia and Pasta) Olive oil Balsamic vinegar Salt Pepper Mozzarella (split w/Chicken Wraps) Basil (split w/Pasta with Pistachio Pesto

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Lowes Foods Weekly Menu Oct 21-27

The subtotal this week is $47.

Weekly Menu

Sunday

Spanish-Style Tilapia in Tomato Broth

Monday

Greek Dinner Salad

Tuesday

Spiced Pork Tenderloin with Sauteed Apples and Mashed Potatoes

Wednesday

Chicken Fajita Wraps with Cajun Spiced Corn

Thursday

Creamy Chicken & Mushroom Pasta

Friday

Pork Chops with Grape Tomatoes and Green Beans

Saturday

Chicken Caesar Sandwiches with Greek Potatoes

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

Sunday	1 pint grape tomatoes - $1.99 1 shallot - $.25 Fresh parsley - $.99 Diamond sliced almonds, 2.25 oz - $2.19 2 tilapia fillets, 6 oz each ~ $5 Rice Olive oil Salt Pepper Paprika Garlic Crushed red pepper Fat-free, low sodium chicken broth White wine (or more chicken broth) Dried thyme Lemon juice
Monday	Fresh Express Hearts of Romaine - $1.84 1 cucumber - $.99 1 red onion - $1.25 1 Roma tomato ~ $.35 Mt. Olive banana pepper rings - $2.29 Hanover 15 oz can chickpeas - $.89 Athenos Feta cheese - $3.09 Olive oil Salt Pepper Red wine vinegar
Tuesday	1 gala apple ~ $.90 1 shallot - $.25 1 lb red potatoes ~ $1.29 White House Apple Cider - $3.39 Salt Ground coriander Pepper Ground cinnamon Ground nutmeg Pork tenderloin (two weeks ago) Cooking spray Butter Dried thyme Garlic Milk
Wednesday	1 pint grape tomatoes - $3 1 green bell pepper - $1.29 1 Perdue boneless, skinless chicken breast - $2.75/lb LF tortillas, 8-inch - $1.50 La Costena  sliced jalapeno peppers, 12 oz - $1.19 LF salsa, 16 oz - $1.50  LF 2% shredded mozzarella - $2.50 Birds Eye frozen corn - $1.99   -.50/1 print = $.99 Onion (split w/Greek Salad) Cooking spray Aluminum foil Cajun seasoning Butter or margarine Grape tomatoes (split w/Spanish-Style Tilapia)
Thursday	1 shallot - $.25 White button murhsooms, 4 oz - $1.50 1 Perdue boneless, skinless chicken breast - $2.75/lb Land O' Lakes fat-free half and half, 16 oz - $1.89   -.55/1 print = $.79 Penne, bow tie, rigatoni, or ziti pasta Garlic Olive oil Cooking spray Fat-free, low sodium chicken broth Salt Pepper Parmesan cheese Parsley (split w/Spanish-Style Tilapia)
Friday	1/2 lb green beans ~ $.64 Pork tenderloin (two weeks ago) Salt Pepper Olive oil Butter Grape tomatoes (split w/Cajun Spiced Corn & Tilapia)
Saturday	1 russet potato ~ $.29  1 Perdue boneless, skinless chicken breast - $2.75/lb LF Caesar dressing - $1.88 Parmesan cheese Parsley (split w/Spanish-Style Tilapia) Pepper Salt Romaine lettuce (split w/Greek Salad) Hamburger buns (last week) Olive oil Dried oregano Lemon juice Garlic powder Fat-free, low sodium chicken broth

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Harris Teeter Weekly Menu Oct 21-27

I kept the Bean & Sausage Stew recipe at 4 servings so you can enjoy it for lunch the next day or invite a few friends over to cheer on your favorite football team. The subtotal this week is $41.

Weekly Menu

Sunday

Grilled Whole Wheat Calzones

Monday

Sweet Potato Flatbread with Spinach Salad

Tuesday

Spiced Pork Tenderloin with Sauteed Apples and Mashed Potatoes

Wednesday

Chicken Fajita Wraps with Cajun Spiced Corn

Thursday

Roasted Butternut Squash Stuffed Shells

Friday

Pork Chops with Grape Tomatoes and Green Beans

Saturday

Bean & Chicken Sausage Stew

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

Sunday	1 green bell pepper - $1 1 onion ~ $.30 1 small zucchini ~ $.40 1 lb whole wheat pizza dough ball (in deli) - $1 1 lb hot or mild Italian turkey sausage - $4.99 HT pizza sauce - $1 Olive oil Garlic  Italian seasoning Red pepper flakes Cooking spray Shredded mozzarella cheese (last week)
Monday	1 small sweet potato ~ $.70 1 shallot - $.25 Fresh Express spinach, 9 oz - $2.69 HT slivered almonds, 2 oz - $1.99 Craisins dried cranberries - $2.59 HT mandarin oranges, 11 oz - $.87 Cornmeal (optional) Wheat pizza dough (split w/Calzones) Shredded mozzarella cheese (last week) Dried thyme Olive oil Salt Pepper Salad dressing
Tuesday	1 gala apple ~ $1 1 shallot - $.25 1 lb red potatoes ~ $.99 Harris Teeter Farmers Market Apple Cider - $3.79 Salt Ground coriander Pepper Ground cinnamon Ground nutmeg Pork tenderloin (two weeks ago) Cooking spray Butter Dried thyme Garlic Milk   -need it: HT, 32 oz - $1
Wednesday	1 pint grape tomatoes - $3 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast (from butcher) ~ $1 Ortega tortillas, 8-inch - $2.59 Ortega jalapenos, 4 oz - $1.39   -.50/2 SS 10/7 = $2.98 for both HT salsa, 24 oz - $1.67  Birds Eye frozen corn - $1.19   -.50/1 print = $.19 Green bell pepper (split w/Calzones) Onion (split w/Calzones) Cooking spray Shredded mozzarella cheese (last week) Aluminum foil Cajun seasoning Butter or margarine
Thursday	1 small butternut squash ~ $2 Barilla jumbo pasta shells - $2.59 Friendship fat-free cottage cheese, 16 oz - $2.49   -.55/1 print or SS 10/7 = $1.39 Olive oil Pepper Italian turkey sausage (split w/Calzones) Milk Spinach (split w/Spinach Salad) Dried sage Pizza sauce (split w/Calzones) Parmesan cheese
Friday	1/2 lb green beans ~ $.90 Pork tenderloin (two weeks ago) Salt Pepper Olive oil Butter Grape tomatoes (split w/Cajun Spiced Corn)
Saturday	HT 15 oz can cannellini beans - $.77 HT 14.5 oz can petite diced tomatoes - $.79 Thin N' Trim chicken sausage (last week)  Garlic Fat-free, low sodium chicken broth Spinach (split w/Spinach Salad) Salt Pepper Olive oil

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This menu is linked at Organizing Junkie.