Ya know whats great? I just had one, yes one, hard cider (it was amazing) and I had a nice buzz. Who gets a buzz off a hard cider anyway, especially if it's just one? I'm a great date. I think that's another reason why Ty married me.
Back to the purpose of this post...we figured since we shared a mini menu with you last week, why not give you our Costco shopping list (this can vary slightly each month). In other words, a list on how we get through most of the month with what we buy at the beginning of each month. This time you can see how we stock up our fridge, freezer, and cupboards for our paleo meals. Some of the items go much longer than the month, but again that is for only two of us with the occasional friends that come over for dinner.
COSTCO
Mixed nuts
Dried fruit (we avoid the sugary ones)
Slivered almonds (great for salads, snacks, adding to sides)
Slivered almonds (great for salads, snacks, adding to sides)
Frozen tropical fruit (for smoothies)
Salmon
A white fish (price dependent)
Pork roasts/sirloins
Ground turkey
Steak strips (this is something we only get occasionally)
Breakfast turkey sausages
Bacon
Eggs
Tuna in water
Artichoke hearts (antipasto or for meat pizzas)
Sundried tomatoes (antipasto salad or a dip, which I'll post another day)
Unsweetened applesauce
Ground turkey
Steak strips (this is something we only get occasionally)
Breakfast turkey sausages
Bacon
Eggs
Tuna in water
Artichoke hearts (antipasto or for meat pizzas)
Sundried tomatoes (antipasto salad or a dip, which I'll post another day)
Unsweetened applesauce
Sweet potatoes
Avocados (fresh or premake guacamole to freeze)
Precut butternut squash
Mixed bell pepper bag
Brussel Sprouts
Avocados (fresh or premake guacamole to freeze)
Precut butternut squash
Mixed bell pepper bag
Brussel Sprouts
Pineapples
Box of apples (great for juicing and snacks)
Boxes of oranges (again, for juicing and snacks)
Bananas
Blueberries
Strawberries
Blackberries (Ty loves these!)
Box of apples (great for juicing and snacks)
Boxes of oranges (again, for juicing and snacks)
Bananas
Blueberries
Strawberries
Blackberries (Ty loves these!)
Coconut oil
Each week we set out our menu so we buy the few things, like fresh veggies, we need for those meals at the nearest store. Otherwise we have majority of what we need from the list above. As another side note, when it comes to coconut and almond flour we go in on a giant bag from Bob's Red Mill with friends...we split the 25lb bag usually and it lasts us what seems like forever! Coconut and almond milks are purchased as needed.
Each week we set out our menu so we buy the few things, like fresh veggies, we need for those meals at the nearest store. Otherwise we have majority of what we need from the list above. As another side note, when it comes to coconut and almond flour we go in on a giant bag from Bob's Red Mill with friends...we split the 25lb bag usually and it lasts us what seems like forever! Coconut and almond milks are purchased as needed.
One piece of advice from us Stanleys...
Avoid Costco this weekend! It's not only a normal weekend crazy, but everybody has decided they need the biggest TV this year for the game. Everybody. That means super long lines and people trying to get more than one sample. People go crazy over free samples. They act like they've never had a piece of cheese or a chip dipped in con queso. So weird.
Anyway, have fun restocking that kitchen of yours this month!
And PS-throw out all that non paleo food you have in your kitchen. It will be a relief, trust me.
Ty & Cory, your blog inspired me to do research into the world of Paleo. I had never heard of it. I found it very interesting and liked the fact that it helps so many people who suffer from allergies, as Craig does. After much research, reading your blog and discussions with Craig we decided to go for it. Yesterday we cleaned out the cupboard, fridge and freezer, took my very long grocery list and spent over 4 hours shopping. You have to read every label when your new and ask for assistance on even finding some items. It is expensive to get started and our cupboards still look a little bare but they sure look much healthier. Were excited for this new chapter in our lives and just wanted to thank you for your blog that opened a whole new world to us. Love, Erin
ReplyDeleteErin, we are so happy to hear someone not only reads our blog but utilizes them too! It's such a healthy lifestyle and makes you feel so much better! Something about eating all the basics and finding good recipes for them all make it not just healthy, but fun. Hope you guys stick to it!
DeleteI must say... This is the first time I have really looked at your blog (any blog to be honest)! My wife follows you quite often and picked up our first Paleo cook book that was referenced here on your blog. We have began our Paleo journey but at a slow start, we are aiming for the 80/20 rule for now. Keep the great posts coming please!
ReplyDeleteWell number one, welcome to a blog, considering it's a first for ya! I'm glad to hear someone is reading and actually utilizing all the nonsense we've put on here. If it's the Well Fed cookbook, then you guys definitely got a good one! Check out the carnitas...Ty made them last night and they were to die for! Keep up the good work, 80/20 is an awesome goal! Don't. Give. Up. Let us know if you have any questions or suggestions for those times you crave something non-paleo!
DeleteHi there Ty and Cori. I was wondering around how much does this total up to? I have RA and I'm desperate to keep away from pain killers and find a healthier alternative to bringing down inflammation and pain in my body. I love that this list pertains to Costco, as I shop there often. I am looking to start my Paleo journey this month and any help would be appreciated!
ReplyDeleteHey! We have a budget of $400 for food each month and we tend to get there spot on. We have a family member with an autoimmune disease as well and she has done wonderful since starting the paleo diet! We hope the change in diet will be helpful in reducing your pain and inflammation. Keep us posted on how you feel and/or if you notice any changes...always curious about our body's response to changing how we eat! Good luck!
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