Happy new year to everyone
We’ve had a fairly typical January 1st. We eat black eyed peas and cabbage, always, as it’s a Southern tradition we just like.
The little statue is a thrift store find, maybe 10 years ago. I liked him when I bought him and I especially like him now as he looks so much like one of our grandsons.
In December, I realized I have just been buying more groceries than we really need. So, I bought a lot fewer groceries last month and we still have so much on hand.
So, my plan is to buy nothing in January except fresh things like eggs and produce. And if we run out of a staple that’s essential, I may buy it if needed. My hope is to spend less than $100 this pay period.
(Our pay periods don’t run exactly by a calendar month but start around the 25th or so of each month.
Bottom of pantry
Bottom of pantry
Top of pantry
The freezer section of our refrigerator
2 photos inside the Upright freezer
And I think there is a turkey in the freezer in the little fridge in my husband’s workshop.
We have more than enough meat on hand, plenty of baking supplies, frozen vegetables, juice, nuts.
We have more than enough meat on hand, plenty of baking supplies, frozen vegetables, juice, nuts.
The pantry is full of canned goods, condiments, more baking supplies and dry goods.
I’m not trying to go minimalist but many of our foodstuffs are going unused and I’m not wanting to buy new things and let current food go bad.
As January goes on, I’ll share some the dishes I’m cooking.
I’ve seen several other pantry type challenges online. I’m not linking up to them but may I peek in on a few of them for inspiration.
Are any of you doing pantry challenges right now?
