Menu Plan Monday - December 7

It's been a very long time between posts, but with the holidays upon us, a menu plan is a must!

Monday - I'll take chicken and dumplin's to M&Ms potluck. Making extra for the guys.



Tuesday - honey-pecan pork chops, mashed potatoes, salad



Wednesday - supper at church - baked chicken, sweet potato patties, green beans



Thursday - slammin' salmon burgers, oven fries, cole slaw



Friday - bubble pizza, salad

Thanks for stopping by and thanks to Laura at OrgJunkie for hosting!

Spaghetti

This was supposed to be Thursday night's meal but I had a hankerin' for it today. Quick and easy to prep and the crock pot does its magic with the sauce. Cook up the pasta of your choice, add a crisp salad and garlic bread, DELISH!

Steak & Twice Baked Potatoes

Tonight's dinner was so good. The steak was seared to perfection (thanks Mr. B!) and the potatoes full of ooey-gooey goodness. Top that off with a nice crisp salad and some of the honey-oatmeal bread I baked earlier and you have a meal fit for a king .....or queen!

Menu Plan Monday - October 27, 2008

I could not help myself! My good friend Lisha has been a part of this for several months and while I plan our meals I had not succombed to being part of MPM...until now.

Monday: BBQ Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans

Tuesday: Pork Fajitas, Spanish Rice, Easy Guacamole Salad, Chips

Wednesday: Front Porch Sittin' Wednesday (Eat at church) Lasagna, Salad and Dessert

Thursday: Steak, Twice Baked Potatoes, Salad

Friday: Fall Festival at Mulder - Hot Dogs, Popcorn & Candy

Saturday: Spaghetti, Salad, Garlic Bread

Sunday: Chili with toppings, Coleslaw

Thanks for stopping by my blog and don't forget to check out other menu plans at OrgJunkie!

It's Okay

Tonight we are having a super easy meal. I don't do this often but it's okay now and then to rely on those boxed mixes. I may have a few facts later or I may not.

Thursday Meal
Cheeseburger Macaroni Hamburger Helper
Salad
Green Beans
Crescent Rolls (Garlic Flavored)

No recipes needed:)

Food Fact: For a change of pace, take the entire roll of crescents out of the package, slice jelly roll style and bake.

Sunday Dinner

I know it's Monday, but I just did not find time to blog about yesterday's meal. We had friends join us for a late lunch which, with some careful planning, I prepared before we left for church. Saturday night I put the roast in my trusty slow cooker with carrots, celery, onions, an au jus seasoning packet and 2 cups water. I cooked it on low all night. It was perfection. The peas were from my freezer and the dessert recipe courtesy of my good friend Lisha.

Sunday Meal
Rump Roast with Veggies
Mashed Potatoes
Lady Peas
Corn Bread
Apple Pie Bites with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

It was so nice to eat at home (not at a restaurant) and reminded me of those Sundays long ago when everyone gathered for the noon meal.

Steak & Gravy

Fall is probably my favorite season. I also love the comfort foods that come with this time of year. Tonight will feature another menu that is a staple in our house.

Thursday Meal
Cubed steak with gravy
Mashed potatoes
Salad

Cubed Steak & Gravy
1-1/2 lbs. cubed beef steak
flour
salt & pepper
1 pkg. onion soup mix
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 can water
cooking oil

Season steak with salt & pepper and dredge in flour. Brown in oil and place in a casserole dish. Combine soup, water and onion soup mix and pour over steak. Cover & bake 1 hour at 350 degrees.

Food Facts: The steak was tender and the gravy was the best I've ever made, according to Mr. B & the Hoss. I have to admit it was pretty good! Guys love meat and potatoes.

Vegetable Beef Soup

Today is Football Day, so it's my trusty crockpot to the rescue again. This is a basic recipe that lends itself to whatever meat & veggies are available. Corn bread muffins or saltine crackers are the perfect addition.

Tuesday Menu
Vegetable Beef Soup
Saltine Crackers
Tossed Salad

Vegetable Beef Soup
1 pound boneless stew beef or ground churck (you can also use leftover roast beef)
16 ounces frozen mixed veggies or 2 - 15 ounce cans mixed veggies
2 - 15 ounce cans diced tomatoes (with or without added spices)
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tbsp. worchestershire sauce
4 cups beef stock
1 cup water
1 tbsp. minced onion
1 cup macaroni (uncooked, optional)
salt & pepper

In crockpot, combine tomatoes, ketchup, stock, seasonings and water. Stir well. Add meat and veggies. If using ground chuck, brown and drain before adding to crockpot. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours. Add macaroni during the last 30 minutes of cooking time.

Food Facts: This is a tried and true staple recipe in my kitchen. The end result is dependent on the ingredients at hand, but it's always easy and delicious. The canned tomatoes I used today, contained garlic, basil and onions which gave the soup an Italian flair. As a side note, this may actually taste better the second day.

It's Friday!

Yep, it's Friday again and you know what that means.....FOOTBALL! We will be eating at home before heading off for the game. This is a simple meal that will probably be prepared by Mr. B, since he is at home today (I repeat lucky man)!

Friday Meal
Hamburgers (on the grill)
Tossed Salad
Chips

Food Fact: This was an easy, yet tasty before game meal. Once again, we had a friend of The Hoss over for dinner. They finished off the burgers and the dumplings from earlier in the week! Growing boys do know how to eat!