It inevitably happens every day after work. I park in the driveway , unlock the door, plop down my keys, feed the cats and decide what to make for dinner.
My planning skills during my day job unfortunately don’t always get applied in the proper way at home. In the past I would write up an elaborate meal plan, drive to our nearest grocery store and pile my cart full of food. That’s when it would begin. “I’m too busy to cook tonight”. “I’ve been hungry for Sushi House“. “Let’s go to Irish Democrat tonight”. My poor neglected vegetables would die a slow death in my veggie drawer.
Lately I have been working on a new plan, which seems to be working out better. And it costs much less. Since I used to stockpile frozen foods like WWIII was around the horizon, I know have an abundance of meat and veggies. We’ve also purchased a rice cooker, which is a highly recommended kitchen item. Usually I go to the grocery store once a week to buy a small amount of lunch meat, cheese and some basics like milk. We’ve been trying to eat more organic foods, so my favorite section of the grocery store is now the Health Market. Bare Naked granola with yogurt and fruit is very delicious.
Last night I thought I would try and wing it. Browned some meat, added tomato sauce, spices and threw in a whole can of Kidney Beans. I didn’t think of about the portion of meat to beans. It was basically a bean and rice meal, with a side of hamburger. Simply, too many beans. Maybe next time I should pull out a receipe book.
The quest continues. Less eating out and more eating at home. More healthy organic foods and less McDonalds. Can I make it without drinking a delicious Iced Coffee? Only time will tell.
