We've been working on cleaning out the freezer as well, so there were some leftover tamales, and a soup night. Last night however, was a TREAT! A friend recommended this delicious recipe for Tikka Masala,

http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/2009/06/chicken-tikka-masala-by-pastor-ryan/

We used organic chicken (Costco sells these beauties for much less than Whole Foods!!), organic yogurt, cream, and butter (not really that much more $$ than non-organic dairy), organic onions, garlic, tomatoes, jalapenos, and cilantro (organic cilantro is SUPER dirty, must wash 2-3 times!). Rough estimate (that means I have no idea how to figure it out) our dinner last night was 80% ORGANIC! Woohoo! My wallet wasn't aching, cheaper than Indian take-out, and left overs!

I wasn't thrilled about paying for organic hummus this week, so I bought organic chickpeas in bulk AKA garbanzo beans and am boiling them to make my own hummus. I bought 2 lbs for 1.29/ lb and a rough estimate....mucho hummus! I'll freeze some and let everyone know if it's a keeper! I'm also working on a peanut butter granola bar recipe and fixin' up my empanada recipe.

I'm feeling good about my purchases, trying not to go overboard. I remember switching all my cleaning supplies little by little so I didn't break the bank or feel overwhelmed. It's a process....I'm just happy my husband doesn't think I'm a looney...most of the time anyway!