Get Cookin'

I'm a fly by the seat of your pants, anything goes type of person. Exactly the type of person who has a difficult time maintaining order! Being a stay-at-home mom for the past eleven years has helped me tap into different aspects of my personality that I wouldn't know existed unless given this opportunity.

After blogging about my family life for the past three years, I decided that it may be time for me to branch out and share a little bit about what I've learned as a stay at home mom. So, here we are!

One thing that has been very successful, for me, is a weekly menu. Every Monday after the morning rush, I sit down to write out a menu for the week. I consider what is in our pantry, what needs to be purchased, what good recipes I've seen, and what the weather is like (because who wants to eat stew in August?). Most weeks have been wonderful - some not so; however, maintaining this little bit of order has benefited our family in many ways.

1. I never have to answer, "What's for Dinner?" - our menu is posted on a chalk board in the kitchen
2. I've given myself a budget of $75/week for groceries. We have a family of five - so your needs may be different. I've been able to save quite a bit of money by making and sticking with our menu
3. I've tried many dishes I wouldn't normally have tried if I didn't take the time to think about our dinners
4. We eat fresh more often than not. It really is better!
5. I always feel accomplished Saturday night - when I see that I've met one tiny goal.

Here is how this blog will run: I will post a menu every Monday. I will do my best to give tips and hints on how to prepare what's on the menu. I will also note where I found the recipes.

If you have any suggestions or great recipes - send them my way!! I'm always on the hunt for new ideas!

Happy Cooking!

The Glamorous Chef