Tasty Tuesday - Chunky Cornbread

I got this recipe recently from a Family Circle magazine...it is SO delicious. Definetly my favorite way to eat cornbread!!

Chunky Cornbread

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornmeal
2 tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. baking powder
3/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup milk
4 tablespoons butter, melted (I use margarine)
1 egg
1 can Mexicorn (corn kernels with mild red and green peppers), drained

1. Heat oven to 375 degrees. Spray an 8-inch square baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder and salt. In a medium bowl, whisk together milk, butter and egg.

3. Pour the milk mixture into the flour mixture and stir until evenly moistened. Fold in the Mexicorn. Spoon batter into prepared baking pan and spread evenly.

4. Bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes or until top of cornbread is golden. Allow to cool in pan on wire rack 10 minutes.

5. To serve, gently remove from pan; cut into 12 squares.

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Menu Plan Monday

Nothing too exciting for dinners this week...trying to use up some pantry items!

Monday - BBQ Chicken Pizza

Tuesday - Spaghetti Pie (from the freezer)

Wednesday - Meatloaf & Sweet Potato Casserole

Thursday - Bean Burritos

Friday - Chili Mac

Saturday - Something take-out

Sunday - Couple's Group...taking either a salad or appetizer

Tuna & Pasta Cheddar Melt

As promised, here is my much loved tuna casserole recipe. It is SO easy and fast! Also very affordable.

3 cups uncooked rotini (I've also used penne and macaroni)
3 cups water
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 can solid white tuna in water, drained (I've substituted 2 2.5oz pouches)
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
3 tbsp. Italian seasoned bread crumbs
1 tbsp. melted butter (I usually use margarine)

Boil pasta in water in saucepan until just tender. DO NOT DRAIN! (The pasta will absorb most of the water anyways.) Add soup. Pour into 2 qt casserole. Gently stir in flaked tuna. Sprinkle with cheese. Top with mixture of bread crumbs and melted butter. Bake in preheated 375 degree oven for 20 minutes.

I almost always just prepare the pasta in my Rachael Ray pot, which can also be used in the oven, making this a great one dish meal!!

Wordless Wednesday - Z & Uncle Randy

Z likes to try to put his finger in people's mouths. Most people don't care for that.

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Menu Plan Monday...on Tuesday!

Because yesterday was a holiday and L didn't have school, my routine is off and I didn't get my menu plan posted. Sorry about that!

Monday - We had hot dogs and sweet potato fries! Got the fries for super cheap last week.

Tuesday - Lemon Pepper Chicken, Stuffing, Peas & Carrots

Wednesday - Tuna Casserole (didn't get around to making this last week, will share recipe this week!)

Thursday - Chili & Cornbread

Friday - Something easy or leftovers...I'm headed out for the evening.

Saturday - Frozen Pizza, as once again, I'm out for the evening. (I know, I'm a crazy party animal. :P)

Sunday - Stay-in Date Night

Target Trip 1/11/11

One of the goals I have set out to do this year is to share my savings from at least shopping trip a week. This morning Z and I braved the snow and headed to Target. Picked up a few things for super cheap.

Alexia Sweet Potato Julienne Fries, on sale $2.55
Used $1/1 = $1.55

Hormel Chili w/ Beans, $1.27
Used $0.55/2 = $1.99 for 2

Nescafe Taster's Choice Stick Pack, $1
Used $0.75/1 & B1G1 = $0.25 for 2! (Some store may not allow you to use both of these coupons)

Kraft Shredded Cheese, $2.04
Used $0.75/1 Target coupon = $1.29

Kraft Whole Grain Macaroni & Cheese, on sale $1
Used $0.50/2 Target coupon = $1.50 for 2

Also picked up a few Rubbermaid containers:

15qt size, on sale $4.50 (regular price $5.49)
30qt size, on sale $5.00 (regular price $7.99)

If you are at Target, you should really consider checking out the kid's section for clothes on clearance. I was able to get Z some jeans for $4 and pajamas for $3.50. A lot of items are 30-50% off. Great time to stock up on clothes for next winter!

Menu Plan Monday - January 10

It's time to get back into the swing of things and post my weekly menu. I find that meal planning makes grocery shopping SO much easier, and keeps our budget manageable because we eat what is on sale!

Monday - Chicken Tacos, Velveeta Salsa dip

Tuesday - Chicken Stirfry, Rice

Wednesday - Something simple...dentist appointment for me. Blah.

Thursday - Tuna Pasta Cheddar Melt (will post recipe on Thursday!)

Friday - Spaghetti Pie (planning to make a double batch and freeze one)

Saturday - Pizza Braid

Sunday - Couple's Group...taking an appetizer.