Hotsauce loves Ramen Noodles. Maybe he just never grew out of it from college? But, then again he also loves macaroni and cheese with hot dogs mixed in it and tuna fish sandwiches. I know some of you are trying not to gag right now, but seriously how lucky am I? I cannot think of three easier things to make and have the end result being a husband who's all googley-eyed and grateful beyond words. I.am.lucky!
So, for the first time since college we decided to make some Ramen Noodles. Hotsauce was all giddy with excitement and since I don't remember hating them, I was excited to introduce this uber budget friendly meal to our Turkey Bottoms.
Well, there wasn't exactly cheering. And no one asked for seconds. As a matter-of-fact four of our kids shared theirs so we only had to use two packages for four children. Cha-ching! But, poor ol' Saucy Pants HATED hers. There are a few things that she hates... fruit flavored candy (think Mike and Ikes or licorice) and Macaroni Shells and Cheese (as opposed to regular mac and cheese) and now you could add Ramen Noodles to that list.
She has this thing that she does when she is forced to eat things she doesn't like. First she whines. Then she starts to turn red and tear up. Finally she starts to gag. And on a few occassions she makes herself vomit. I won't even get into the joy of those nights.
We even tried to "trick" her by telling her that it was Noodle Soup from Kung Fu Panda. We told her that Daddy had the "noodle dream" We knew she wouldn't buy it, but the other Turkeys thought that it was completely fun. Saucy was having nothing to do with it!
I have to admit that I don't love Ramen Noodles. But, I have learned that if you cut the amount of chicken flavoring down that your mouth won't feel like it's coated in salt. Plus you'll feel like maybe it's a little more healthy! Tonight we're going to give it another shot. I'm going to add some frozen stir fry veggies and see how that works out.
Even though I'm completely opposed to making a separate meal for picky children. I have some left-overs that the kiddos have been reluctant to eat, so I'm willing to offer those as an option for Saucy... so long as she warms them up herself it won't be any skin off my back and I think it will save us all from a lot of drama.
I.hate.drama.
And having leftovers that don't go to waste makes my budget smile!!
So what are you having for dinner? How's your grocery budget going... are you stretching it out and making the most of it??
So, for the first time since college we decided to make some Ramen Noodles. Hotsauce was all giddy with excitement and since I don't remember hating them, I was excited to introduce this uber budget friendly meal to our Turkey Bottoms.
Well, there wasn't exactly cheering. And no one asked for seconds. As a matter-of-fact four of our kids shared theirs so we only had to use two packages for four children. Cha-ching! But, poor ol' Saucy Pants HATED hers. There are a few things that she hates... fruit flavored candy (think Mike and Ikes or licorice) and Macaroni Shells and Cheese (as opposed to regular mac and cheese) and now you could add Ramen Noodles to that list.
She has this thing that she does when she is forced to eat things she doesn't like. First she whines. Then she starts to turn red and tear up. Finally she starts to gag. And on a few occassions she makes herself vomit. I won't even get into the joy of those nights.
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I have to admit that I don't love Ramen Noodles. But, I have learned that if you cut the amount of chicken flavoring down that your mouth won't feel like it's coated in salt. Plus you'll feel like maybe it's a little more healthy! Tonight we're going to give it another shot. I'm going to add some frozen stir fry veggies and see how that works out.
Even though I'm completely opposed to making a separate meal for picky children. I have some left-overs that the kiddos have been reluctant to eat, so I'm willing to offer those as an option for Saucy... so long as she warms them up herself it won't be any skin off my back and I think it will save us all from a lot of drama.
I.hate.drama.
And having leftovers that don't go to waste makes my budget smile!!
So what are you having for dinner? How's your grocery budget going... are you stretching it out and making the most of it??
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