Mike and Ploy

One of the first lessons I learned when moving away from home was how much food actually costs.  Gone was the unlimited supply of frozen burritos and chimichangas that were always stocked in my parent’s fridge.  No more stacked sandwiches with lunch meat and cheese.  Piles of fruit were no more.  Canned soups stayed canned on the shelves.  Those things cost money!  In came ramen, mac and cheese, and whatever was on sale.  10 for 10 deals were jumped on and chips were rationed.  And going out to eat was a no-no.

Imagine my surprise with our go-to meal these days.  Quick, what’s a word with two z’s in it?  It’s a food…  tomato sauce… cheese… and whatever toppings you want.  Get it yet?  …MMmmmmm… Pizza!

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