Kroger bargain recipe of the week: Country Chicken Supper

I looovvveee recipes that happen all in one pan. That means only one dish to clean... woohoo!! With canned veggies being on sale this week, it also makes it very reasonable. ( Not to mention that I love seeing all those veggies enter my little peoples mouth.) Hope you guys have a yummy week!

I will not expense spices/oils since most of us have them on hand. W/C means with coupon.

3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (On sale $1.89/lb) $2.83
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup chopped onion $.20
1 (15 ounce) can green beans (Del Monte Veggies on sale $.50) $.50
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes (On sale w/c $.59) $.59
1 (15 ounce) can carrots, drained (Del Monte on sale $.50) $.50
1 potato, peeled and diced (On sale B1G1) $.10
1 cup uncooked white rice $.50
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup water
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese $.40

Cut chicken into bite size pieces. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute onion and chicken for about 3 minutes.

Add green beans, tomatoes with liquids (not drained), carrots, potato, rice, salt and pepper to skillet. Mix gently.

Pour water over top of chicken mixture. Cover skillet and simmer over medium low heat, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes or until rice and potato are tender.

Sprinkle chicken mixture with cheese. Let stand covered for 5 minutes and serve.

Total Cost of Meal: $5.62

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Kroger bargain recipe of the week : Hawaii pork chops

I usually pick recipes with few ingredients, but this one looked too good not to try! Yes, there are tons of ingredients but most are things that you already have in your home..woohoo! Happy Eating Y'all!!!

I will not expense spices/oils since most of us have them on hand. W/C means with coupon.

Hawaii Pork Chops

1/3 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/8 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon onion salt
dash cayenne pepper
4 boneless pork loin chops (On sale $1.49/lb) $2.24
salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup chopped onion $.25
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/3 cup water
1/4 cup pineapple tidbits (Dole on sale $1) $.10
Hot cooked rice (Zataraines on sale $1) $1

In a saucepan, combine the first eight ingredients. Cover and simmer until sugar is dissolved, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat; set aside. Season pork chops with salt and pepper. In a skillet, cook pork, onion and garlic in oil until meat is browned. Add water and reserved sauce. Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 20-25 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink, adding more water if needed. Stir in pineapple and heat through. Serve over rice.

Total Cost of Meal: $3.59

Add Roasted carrots (On sale $1) Total Cost of Meal: $4.09

Add roasted carrots and French bread (Kroger on sale $1) Total cost of Meal: $4.59

Kroger bargain recipe of the week: Fall Apart Boston Butt

We just made a Pork butt yesterday. Oh my, was it delicious!! I have never made one before but with prices at $.99 /lb I couldn't pass it up!! (I even bought 2 and froze one for later.) You can make this in a crock pot as well. Simply prepare roast as indicated below and then put into a crock pot. Pour apple juice in the bottom of the crock pot and add 1/2 tsp of salt to the juice. Set on high for 30 minutes and then low for 8 hours.

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Fall Apart Boston Butt

1 (4 pound) Boston butt pork roast (On sale $.99/lb) $4

1/4 to 1/3 cup Worcestershire sauce

3/4 cup light brown sugar

1 cup apple juice (Juicy Juice on sale $1.49) $.19

Heat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly grease the inside of a casserole or deep roasting dish.

Put the Worcestershire sauce into a separate bowl and soak the Boston butt pork roast in the Worcestershire sauce. Remove roast from Worcestershire sauce and coat with brown sugar, being sure to press the brown sugar all over to form a crust. Place sugar-crusted roast in the casserole dish. Pour apple juice into the casserole, but do not pour over the sugar-crusted roast. Cover casserole or pan tightly, either with a casserole top or aluminum foil. Place the roast in the oven and immediately turn the heat down to 200 degrees F. Bake for about 5 hours.

Uncover the roast and check for doneness. The meat should be so tender it falls apart easily. If it doesn't, re-cover the roast and cook for 30 minutes more or as needed.

Total Cost of Meal: $4.19

Add mashed potatoes (8 lb bag on sale $2.99) Total Cost of Meal: $4.96

Add mashed potatoes and Salad (Fresh selections on sale $1.89) Total Cost of Meal:$5.90

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Kroger Bargain Recipe of the week: Roasted Vegetable Chicken

If you have ever read this blog before, you know that I am a nut for all things fall! One of my favorite things is a big, hearty, warm dinner!! Use the leftovers for homemade chicken noodle soup. This one sounds like one that my family will love! I hope your family loves it too..... Happy eating Y'all!!!

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Roasted Vegetable Chicken

1 (3 pound) whole chicken (On sale $.89/lb) $2.67
salt and pepper to taste
6 whole onions (3 lb bag on sale $1.67) $.84
4 carrots, cut into 2 inch pieces $.45
4 stalks celery, chopped $.50
6 potatoes, peeled (10 lb bag on sale $2.99) $.90
1 cup water

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F

Season chicken with salt and pepper to taste; place in a large roasting pan. Arrange vegetables around chicken, add water to the bottom of the pan, and cover pan tightly.

Roast at 325 degrees F , basting occasionally, for 2 hours or until chicken is golden brown and tender and juices run clear.

Total Cost of Meal: $5.36

Add take and bake crusty bread (On sale $1.50) Total Cost of Meal: $6.11

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Kroger bargain recipe of the week: Tender Pork Roast

Yeah Fall!!! To me fall means pies, decorations, football and crockpot cooking !!! This recipe has gotten RAVE reviews so I am super excited to try this out. I plan on using the leftovers for pork quesadillas or tacos. Happy eating Y'all!!!

I will not expense spices/oils since most of us have them on hand.

Tender Pork Roast

1 (3 pound) boneless pork roast (On sale $1.28/lb) $3.84
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce (Hunts on sale $1) $.34
3/4 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons ground mustard

Cut roast in half; place in a slow cooker. Combine remaining ingredients; pour over roast. Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours or until a meat thermometer reads 160 degrees F-170 degrees F. Remove roast to a serving platter and keep warm. If desired, skim fat from pan juices and thicken for gravy.

Total Cost of Meal: $4.18

Add mashed potatoes (10 lb bag on sale $2.99) Total Cost of Meal: $5.18

Add mashed potatoes and salad (Dole on sale $.98) Total Cost of Meal: $6.16

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Kroger bargain recipe of the week: Easy Chicken Cacciatore

This recipe is a new spin on chicken cacciatore. I like it because of the fresh veggies that are in it! I am trying to take advantage of the last of the summer veggies such as green beans, so this perfect!! Happy Eating Y'all!

I will not expense spices/oils since most of us have them on hand.

Easy Chicken Cacciatore

1/3 cup chopped onion $.20
1 clove garlic, chopped
1/3 cup chopped green bell pepper $.99
3/4 pound chicken meat, cooked and cubed (On sale $1.78/lb) $1.32
1/2 cup whole peeled tomatoes $.50
1/2 cup green beans (On sale $.99/lb) $.50
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

In a large skillet, saute onion, garlic and bell pepper until soft. Add chicken, then stir in tomatoes, beans and oregano.

Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and serve hot.

Total Cost of Meal: $3.51

Serve over noodles $.99: Total Cost of Meal: $4.50

Add noodles and salad (Dole on sale $.98) Total Cost of Meal: $5.16

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Kroger bargain recipe of the week: Sausage Scramble

Sometimes the monotony of dinner becomes overwhelming. We rely on the same ol' standbys until our families start to moan more than say "yum" ! That is when I make breakfast for dinner. It shakes things up just enough to appease the masses :) (It also seems easier to make for some reason. ) Happy Eating Y'all!

I will not expense spices/oils since most of us have them on hand. W/C means with coupon.

Sausage scramble

5 potatoes, cubed (On sale 10 lb bag $2.99) $.60
1 smoked sausage ring (John Morrell on sale $1) $1
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons garlic powder
6 eggs, beaten (On sale $.88) $.42

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees

Place potatoes in a saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook over medium heat until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain. While the potatoes are cooking, brown the sausage ring in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the skin is browned, cut into 2 inch pieces.

Transfer the potatoes and sausage to a 9x13 inch baking dish. Drizzle the olive oil over them, and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and paprika.

Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven. While the sausage and potatoes are baking, reheat the same skillet with the sausage juices over medium heat. Pour in beaten eggs, and cook, stirring occasionally, until eggs are scrambled and cooked through. Stir into the sausage and potatoes before serving.

Total Cost of Meal: $2.02

Add Grands Biscuits (on sale w/c $.29 $1) Total Cost of Meal: $2.31

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Kroger bargain recipe of the week- Orange Marinated Pork Tenderloin

I know what your thinking. Orange pork chops... ewww. I thought the same thing but everyone that has tried this has loved it !!! One recipe lover said that instead of traditional cooking she put it in the slow crock pot for 4 hours on low. If you don't grow Rosemary, you can always find it in the produce section. (Rosemary is always on manager special at my Kroger and lasts forever!) Happy Eating Y'all!!

I will not expense spices/oils since most of us have them on hand.

Orange Marinated Pork Tenderloin

1 cup orange juice (on sale $.99/ 1/2 gallon) $.12
1/3 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary $.50
3 teaspoons minced garlic
1 whole pork tenderloin (On sale $1.78/lb) $2.67
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Make the orange marinade by whisking together the orange juice, soy sauce, rosemary, and garlic. Pour over pork tenderloin and marinate for at least one hour, preferably overnight.

Preheat oven to 400 degrees . Drain pork, reserving the marinade, and place on a baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Roast for about 20 minutes until internal temperature has reached 160 degrees.

Meanwhile, strain the reserved marinade and bring it to a simmer in a small saucepan. Serve this as a sauce for the meat.

Total Cost of Meal: $3.29

Add corn on the cob ( On sale $.19/ear) Total cost of Meal: $4.24

Add corn on the cob and fresh green beans (On sale $.88/lb) . Total Cost of Meal: $5.12

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Kroger bargain recipe of the week: Italian Sloppy Joes

There is nothing more that I love than an easy recipe. This looks like a winner to me!

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Italian Sloppy Joes

1 pounds ground beef (On sale $1.88) $1.88
1/2 medium onion, chopped (optional) $.40
1/2 jar chunky Pasta Sauce (On sale W/C $.99) $.50
4 hamburger buns (On sale $1) $.50

In 12-inch nonstick skillet, brown ground beef with onion; drain. Stir in pasta sauce. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium and simmer covered, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes. Serve on buns.

Total Cost of Meal: $3.28

Add Salad (On sale Dole $.98) Total Cost of Meal: $4.03

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Kroger Bargain recipe of the week- Granny's Pork Chop dinner!

This just sounds plain yummy. I am a sucker for anything with bacon so I can't wait to try this! (Not a lowfat dish for sure, but I bet it is yummy :) ) Happy Eating Y'all!!

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Granny's Pork Chop Dinner

1/4 pound bacon (John Morrell Bacon on sale $1.99) $.50
4 pork chops (On sale $1.88/lb) $2.82
1 onion, sliced $.20
3 potatoes, peeled and cut into thick slices (10lb bag on sale $2.99) $.33
1 cup water
salt and pepper to taste

Place the bacon in a large, deep skillet with a lid, and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until cooked through but not crisp, about 6 minutes.

Place the pork chops, onion, and potato slices into the skillet with the bacon and drippings, and pour the water over the ingredients. Cover the skillet, bring to a boil over medium heat, reduce the heat, and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 30 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, and serve.

Total Cost of Meal: $3.85

Add Salad (Done on sale $.98) Total Cost of Meal: $4.59

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Kroger bargain recipe of the week: Chicken and Summer Squash

I love this recipe because it once again uses all the things from my garden. (Minus the chicken...the only things walking around my backyard are my kids and they get mad when I throw seed at them :) ) No garden? no problem! Most stores have all these ingredients on sale this week!! Happy Eating Y'all!

I will not expense spices/oils since most of us have them on hand

Chicken and Summer Squash

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (On sale $1.78/lb) $1.78
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3/4 pound yellow squash, sliced (On sale $.77/lb) $.57
3/4 pound zucchinis, sliced (On sale $.77/lb) $.57
1 medium tomato - peeled, seeded and chopped .50

In a large nonstick skillet, melt butter in the oil over medium high heat. Season chicken with half of the salt and half of the pepper, and add it to skillet. Cook until lightly browned, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to large plate or platter, and cover to keep warm.

Pour off fat from skillet, and add squash, zucchini, and tomato. Season with remaining salt and pepper. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until squash is slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Reduce heat, and return chicken to skillet. Cover partially. Cook until squash is soft, and chicken is white throughout but still juicy, about 5 minutes longer.

Transfer chicken to platter, and cover with foil to keep warm. Raise heat to high. Cook vegetable mixture, stirring often, until almost all of the liquid has evaporated, about 2 minutes. Arrange vegetables around chicken, and serve.

Total Cost of Meal: $3.42

Add Salad (Dole on sale $.98) Total Cost of Meal: $4.14

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Kroger Bargain meal of the week- Zesty Chicken and Potatoes

This weeks recipe uses things I already have so its "winner, winner, chicken dinner !" :) It seems easy enough and sounds yummy. Feel free to experiment with spices in the dressing. I have some fresh rosemary leftover, so I may add some to the dressing to give it some UMPH!! Happy Eating Y'all!

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Zesty Chicken and Potatoes

1 cup fat free Italian-style dressing (On sale and w/c - $.08) .04
1 Tbs lime juice .10
1 Tbs lemon juice .10
1 1/2 teaspoon rosemary
3 potatoes, chopped (10 lb bag on sale $2.99) $.45
2 cloves garlic, quartered or minced
5 chicken thighs (On sale $1.19/lb) $1.78

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish.

In a bowl, mix the Italian salad dressing, lime juice, lemon juice, and rosemary.

Place potatoes in the baking dish. Distribute garlic evenly throughout dish. Place chicken on top of potatoes. Pour the dressing mixture over the chicken and potatoes. Seal dish with aluminum foil.

Bake 1 hour in the preheated oven, until potatoes are tender and chicken juices run clear.

Total Cost of Meal: $2.47

Add Fresh Green Beans (On sale .99/lb) Total Cost of Meal: $3.47

Add Green Beans and Grilled Zucchini (On sale .99/lb) Total Cost of Meal: $4.47

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Kroger bargain meal of the week- Grilled Brown Sugar Pork Chops

Here is a grilling recipe that sounds absolutely delicious! It gets rave reviews, so I am super excited to try it. As always let me know if you try it so that I can know how it turned out at your house!!!

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Grilled Brown Sugar Pork Chops

1/2 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 cup apple juice (Juicy Juice on sale w/c $1.49/ea) $.10
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
salt and pepper to taste
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 cup water
6 boneless pork chops (On sale $1.78 a lb) $2.67

Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.

In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar, apple juice, oil, soy sauce, ginger, salt , and pepper. Bring to boil. Combine water and cornstarch in small bowl, and whisk into brown sugar mixture. Stir until thick.

Brush grate lightly with oil before placing pork chops on the grill. Cook over hot coals for 10 to 12 minutes, turning once. Brush with sauce just before removing chops from grill. Serve with remaining sauce.

Total Cost of Meal: $2.77

Add Baked potatoes (On sale 10 lb bag $2.99) Total Cost of Meal: $3.45

Add baked potatoes and grilled asparagus (On sale $2.48) . Total Cost of Meal: $4.69

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Kroger bargain recipe of the week- Parmesan Pork Tenderloin

There is nothing that I love more than using fresh veggies from my garden. The only problem is when I am looking at 5 zucchini on my counter. " What will you do with us??" they scream. Then the guilt follows when they die a slow death on the counter... or I start to give them away to anyone that crosses my path. (Yes I am that lady who is pushing the garden veggies on people) Anywho, this recipe looks awesome! I can't wait to try it.. happy eating y'all!

I will not expense spices/oils since most of us have them on hand.

Parmesan Pork Tenderloin

1 pound pork tenderloin (On sale $1.88/lb ) $1.88
3 tablespoons fine dry bread crumbs $.25
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese $.10
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 small onion, thinly sliced (On sale $1.67/3lb bag) $.20
1 clove garlic, minced
2 small zucchini or summer squash, thinly sliced (On sale $.99/lb) $.99

Cut tenderloin crosswise into 12 slices, approximately 3/4-inch thick. Place each slice on its cut surface and flatten with heel of hand to 1/2-inch thickness. Combine crumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper; dredge pork slices to coat.

Heat oil over medium-high heat in nonstick pan. Saute pork for 2 to 3 minutes per side; remove and keep warm. Add onion, garlic and zucchini or squash to skillet and saute 5 minutes or until tender.

Total Cost of Meal: $3.42

Add Salad ( Dole on sale $.98) Total Cost of Meal: $4.08

Add salad and baked potatoes ( 10lb bag on sale $2.99) Total Cost of Meal: $4.68

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Kroger Bargain recipe of the week- Summers yummy chicken

This weeks recipe is coming from my own kitchen! I usually use recipes that I find or are given to me but this recipe sprang to mind this morning! I hope you guys like it as much as we do... happy Eating Y'all!!!

I will not expense spices/oils since most of us have them on hand. W/C means with coupon. To see the deals at Kroger this week check them out here.

Summer Easy (and yummy) Chicken

1 lb of Chicken breast ( On sale Amick farms $1.99 a lb) $1.99

1 cup Italian salad dressing (Kroger dressing on sale .99) .50

1 Green pepper cut in strips .99

1/4 cup chopped onion .30

Sliced Provolone cheese (Kroger on sale 4 for $5) .94

Marinade chicken in Italian dressing for 2 - 4 hours in fridge.

In a medium pan, saute green pepper strips and onions until tender. (Onions will be translucent) Set aside in a bowl.

Grill chicken. When almost done, spoon on pepper mixture on top of breast and cover with 1 - 2 slices of cheese. Let melt and serve!

Total Cost of this Meal: $4.72

Add corn on the cob ( On sale .16/ea) Total Cost of Meal: $5.68

Add corn on the cob and cole slaw (Dole cole slaw on sale .99) Total Cost of Meal: $6.18

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Kroger Bargain Recipe of the week- Spaghetti Bake !!

I am always looking for recipes that are both kid friendly and easy! This one looks like a winner. Since my family will only eat about 1/3 of this I will half it and put the rest in the freezer! That reduces the costs by half which worked for me!. (Not to mention that is another night that big mama does not have to cook!!) Happy Eatin Y'all!!

I will not expense spices/oils since most of us have them on hand. W/C means with coupon. To see the deals at Kroger this week check them out here.

Spaghetti Bake

2 pounds ground beef (On sale $1.78 a lb) $3.56
1 medium onion, chopped (On sale $1.67 a 3 lb bag ) .25
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 (7 ounce) package thin spaghetti, broken in thirds .80
2 eggs (On sale .98) .16
3/4 cup milk (On sale $1.98) .10
1 (28 ounce) jar meatless spaghetti sauce (On sale W/C .54) .54
3/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms (On sale $1.50) 1.12
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (On sale $1.39) $1.39

In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. stir in salt and pepper; set aside. Cook spaghetti according to package directions; rinse in cold water and drain.

In a bowl, combine eggs and milk; stir in spaghetti. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish. Top with spaghetti sauce, beef mixture, mushrooms; sprinkle with cheese (dish will be full). Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 40-45 minutes or until bubbly.

Total Cost of Meal: $7.92 (If you divide into 2 9x9 pans the cost is $3.96)

Add Dessert! Breyer's ice cream (On sale W/C .69) Total cost of meal: $4.19

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Kroger bargain recipe of the week- Ground Beef BBQ

I am always looking for new ways to improve on the hamburger. Sometimes just a plain burger starts to get old and you have to spice it up a little bit! Happy Eating Y'all!

I will not expense spices/oils since most of us have them on hand.

Ground Beef BBQ

1 pound lean ground beef (On sale $1.68 a lb) $1.68
1 1/2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
1 small onion, grated (On sale $1.67 a 3 lb bag ) .15
1/2 small bell pepper, finely chopped (On sale 10 for $10) $.50

1 beaten egg (On sale .98) .08

Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil grate.

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, beaten egg, grated onion and bell pepper. Mix well and shape into patties.

Place burgers on grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until done.

Total Cost of Meal: $2.41

Total Cost of Meal with buns $2.91

Add baked potatoes (On sale 2.99 a 10 lb bag) Total Cost of Meal: $3.59

Add baked potatoes and Salad ( Dole on sale .98) Total Cost of Meal: $4.24

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Kroger Bargain Recipe of the week- Crock Pot London Broil !!

Kroger is having their "meat mania" this week. (I try to stock up during these really good sales. London Broil is one of my favorites.) We usually marinate it over night, grill it and then slice into thin slices. This recipe I found however, would be perfect for one of those still cool Ohio days. Happy Eating Y'all!

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London Broil for the Slow Cooker

1 1/2 pounds London broil (On sale $2.69 a lb) $4.05
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup .99
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt

Place the London broil in a slow cooker; add the garlic, mushroom soup, water, basil, oregano, and salt; cover; cook on low 6 to 7 hours.

Total Cost of Meal: $5.04 (Reduce the costs by using leftovers for shredded beef tacos!)

Add Salad (on sale .98) Total Cost of Meal: $5.70

Add salad and cheddar broccoli rice (Knorr on sale $1) Total Cost of Meal: $6.70

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Kroger bargain recipe of the week- Grilled lemon herb pork chops

Kroger has pork loin on sale for $1.78 a lb which is an awesome price!! If your anything like me you just stand there staring at the big log of meat. The only way I have made a pork tenderloin is the way God intended... in the crockpot! So I am going to be brave, march my tushy up to the butcher and ask him to cut them into pork chops. Happy Eating!

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Grilled Lemon Herb Pork Chops

1/4 cup lemon juice .80
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 (4 ounce) boneless pork loin chops (Pork Loin on sale $1.78 a lb) $1.78

In a large resealable bag, combine lemon juice, oil, garlic, salt, oregano, and pepper. Place chops in bag, seal, and refrigerate 2 hours or overnight. Turn bag frequently to distribute marinade.

Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat. Remove chops from bag, and transfer remaining marinade to a saucepan. Bring marinade to a boil, remove from heat, and set aside.

Lightly oil the grill grate. Grill pork chops for 5 to 7 minutes per side, basting frequently with boiled marinade, until done.

Total Cost of Meal: $2.58

Add Salad (Dole on sale .98) Total cost of Meal: $3.32

Add Salad and White corn (Green Giant sale 10 for $10) Total cost of Meal: $4.32

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Kroger bargain recipe of the week- Southern grilled BBQ ribs

Memorial day is right around the corner and I cannot wait to start grilling. Kroger has Western style ribs on sale which is perfect timing for some BBQ! I am always looking for a great rib recipe so I am excited to try this one out... Happy Eating!

I will not expense spices/oils since most of us have them on hand.

Southern Grilled Barbecued Ribs

3 pounds baby back pork ribs (On sale $1.28 a lb) 3.84
2/3 cup water
1/3 cup red wine vinegar .45
1 cup ketchup
1 cup water
1/2 cup cider vinegar .33
1/3 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup prepared mustard
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/8 teaspoon salt

Preheat oven to 350 degrees . Place ribs in two 10x15 inch roasting pans. Pour water and red wine vinegar into a bowl, and stir. Pour diluted vinegar over ribs and cover with foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Baste the ribs with their juices halfway through cooking.

In a medium saucepan, mix together ketchup, water, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, butter, brown sugar, hot pepper sauce, and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer barbecue sauce for 1 hour.

Preheat grill for medium heat.

Lightly oil preheated grill. Transfer ribs from the oven to the grill, discarding cooking liquid. Grill over medium heat for 15 minutes, turning ribs once. Baste ribs generously with barbecue sauce, and grill 8 minutes. Turn ribs, baste again with barbecue sauce, and grill 8 minutes.

Total cost of Meal: $4.62

Add corn on the cob (On sale .17 an ear) Total cost of Meal: $5.64

Add corn on the cob and broccoli (Kroger brand on sale $1). Total cost of Meal: $6.64

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