We only have one carry over recipe from last week - the enchiladas. We have that on the menu, plus a couple other new recipes. I'm adding in one left over night.
Also, each year, we do something different for Christmas dinner and New Year's Day. This year, Christmas is Chinese. Almost all of the recipes are new and will be a family affair cooking them up. Here is what I have:
Monday:
Tuscan Chickpea Soup (new recipe)
Spinach salad w/ mandarin oranges and pepitas
French bread
Tuesday:
Potato & Bean Enchilada (new recipe - I won't fry the tortillas. I'll probably use black beans, because we like them more. I'm excited to see how they turn out.)
Avocado Pico Dip & chips
Wednesday:
Split Pea and Potato Soup
Salad
Bread
Thursday:
Vegetarian Potstickers
Wonton Soup (Recipe is for fried wontons. Instead of frying them, I will boil them for 8-10mins, then add them to a vegetable broth w/ grn onions and a couple drops of sesame oil.)
Paradise Spicy Bean Rice
Oriental Style Veggies (I'll add more variety of vegetables)
Friday:
Shepherd Pot Pie (mashed sweet & white potatoes, mixed vegetables & lentils added to the butter, onion, garlic, flour & broth mixture, topped w/ puff pastry & baked for about 30mins)
Saturday:
left over night
Sunday:
Harsha's Indian Food Night
Sunday, December 21, 2008
Saturday, December 20, 2008
Jenn's Menu for the holidays
We have family and out of town friends coming for the holidays next week so I've planned out until the 2nd when they leave to try to make cooking easier :). It should be lots of fun!!!
Monday (12/22) -
Chicken pot pie
Tuesday (12/23) -
Lamb and feta rolls w/Cucumber-mint-yogurt sauce (from Rachel Ray's 365: no repeats)
Wednesday (12/24) - Christmas Eve - guests start to arrive!
Heading to Mom and Dad's for Christmas Eve through Christmas dinner
Brisket, potatoes, ranch style beans (my dish)
Thursday (12/25) - Christmas!
Eggs benedict, Mimosas
Turkey, etc. (Thanksgiving dinner - I'm making sweet potato casserole, chex mix and drinks)
Friday (12/26) - more guests!
Balsamic pork tenderloin
Roasted ratatouille vegetables
Tortellini with spinach-walnut pesto
- from Rachel Ray's 365: No Repeats Cookbook
Saturday (12/27) -
Dinner out!
Sunday (12/28) -
Ham
Cheesy potatoes (red pot, cheddar cheese, sour cream, milk, gr onions)
Napa Cabbage Salad
Rolls
Monday (12/29) -
Hamburgers
Homemade potato fries/chips
Baked asparagus w/balsamic butter sauce
Tuesday (12/30)
We head to go skiing for 2 days so pizza for grandma and the kids
Wednesday (12/31) - NYE (more guests!)
Lasagna Bolognese (my mom's famous recipe which I can scan if anyone wants it)
Caesar salad
Garlic bread
Thursday (1/1) - NY Day (will probably have my family over as well so lots of guests now :)!)
Uptown down-home chili (another Rachel Ray - this is fabulous!!)
Guacamole / salsa / chips
Turkey / cream cheese / lettuce roll-ups
Appetizer size quiches (I will cheat here and buy this at Sam's)
Whew....lots of fun but I'll need some rest after this! Guests are leaving on the 2nd :( and I don't have dinners planned past NY's day. Probably leftovers and pizza :).
Monday (12/22) -
Chicken pot pie
Tuesday (12/23) -
Lamb and feta rolls w/Cucumber-mint-yogurt sauce (from Rachel Ray's 365: no repeats)
Wednesday (12/24) - Christmas Eve - guests start to arrive!
Heading to Mom and Dad's for Christmas Eve through Christmas dinner
Brisket, potatoes, ranch style beans (my dish)
Thursday (12/25) - Christmas!
Eggs benedict, Mimosas
Turkey, etc. (Thanksgiving dinner - I'm making sweet potato casserole, chex mix and drinks)
Friday (12/26) - more guests!
Balsamic pork tenderloin
Roasted ratatouille vegetables
Tortellini with spinach-walnut pesto
- from Rachel Ray's 365: No Repeats Cookbook
Saturday (12/27) -
Dinner out!
Sunday (12/28) -
Ham
Cheesy potatoes (red pot, cheddar cheese, sour cream, milk, gr onions)
Napa Cabbage Salad
Rolls
Monday (12/29) -
Hamburgers
Homemade potato fries/chips
Baked asparagus w/balsamic butter sauce
Tuesday (12/30)
We head to go skiing for 2 days so pizza for grandma and the kids
Wednesday (12/31) - NYE (more guests!)
Lasagna Bolognese (my mom's famous recipe which I can scan if anyone wants it)
Caesar salad
Garlic bread
Thursday (1/1) - NY Day (will probably have my family over as well so lots of guests now :)!)
Uptown down-home chili (another Rachel Ray - this is fabulous!!)
Guacamole / salsa / chips
Turkey / cream cheese / lettuce roll-ups
Appetizer size quiches (I will cheat here and buy this at Sam's)
Whew....lots of fun but I'll need some rest after this! Guests are leaving on the 2nd :( and I don't have dinners planned past NY's day. Probably leftovers and pizza :).
Monday, December 15, 2008
Scheri's Week of 12/14
I've been feeling so uninspired, which results in us eating out way too much! This week, the goal is to eat all our meals at home - no eating out! I am going to try :-)
Here is what I have planned:
Monday:
Pasta w/ veggies, basil, olive oi, and mozzarella
Salad
Tuesday:
Vegetable soup in the crockpot (we have an afternoon activity, which will leave us crimped at dinner making time)
Rolls
Wednesday:
Lettuce Wraps
Vegetable stir fry
Thursday:
Potato & Bean Enchilada (new recipe - I won't fry the tortillas. I'll probably use black beans, because we like them more. I'm excited to see how they turn out.)
Avocado Pico Dip & chips
Friday:
Black Bean and Quinoa Chili (crockpot).
Saturday:
Parmesan & Spinach Risotto
Steamed veggies
Salad
Sunday:
Coconut curry (one of Harsha's yummy dishes).
Here is what I have planned:
Monday:
Pasta w/ veggies, basil, olive oi, and mozzarella
Salad
Tuesday:
Vegetable soup in the crockpot (we have an afternoon activity, which will leave us crimped at dinner making time)
Rolls
Wednesday:
Lettuce Wraps
Vegetable stir fry
Thursday:
Potato & Bean Enchilada (new recipe - I won't fry the tortillas. I'll probably use black beans, because we like them more. I'm excited to see how they turn out.)
Avocado Pico Dip & chips
Friday:
Black Bean and Quinoa Chili (crockpot).
Saturday:
Parmesan & Spinach Risotto
Steamed veggies
Salad
Sunday:
Coconut curry (one of Harsha's yummy dishes).
Sunday, December 14, 2008
Jenn's week of 12/14
It's going to be a cold week so I tried to make some "comfort food" yet easy dinners. I wanted to make some soups but I made so much last week that my kids are "souped out".
Monday -
Ravioli
Caesar Salad
Garlic bread
Tuesday -
Black bean tacos
mexican slaw
Wednesday -
Garlic Cheese Pizza
Salad
Thursday -
Pot roast w/carrots, potatoes, mushrooms
Friday -
Baked ziti
Caprese salad
Saturday -
Santa, dinner and sleigh ride!!
Sunday -
leftovers or pizza
Monday -
Ravioli
Caesar Salad
Garlic bread
Tuesday -
Black bean tacos
mexican slaw
Wednesday -
Garlic Cheese Pizza
Salad
Thursday -
Pot roast w/carrots, potatoes, mushrooms
Friday -
Baked ziti
Caprese salad
Saturday -
Santa, dinner and sleigh ride!!
Sunday -
leftovers or pizza
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Jenn's Week of 12/8
We were out of town through Tuesday night so I never posted our menu!
Wednesday - homemade chicken noodle soup (just classic recipe w/celery, carrot, egg noodles, chicken, parsley)
Thursday - simple recipe again w/ground turkey, tomatoes, corn, carrots, northern beans and seasonings
Friday - ravioli w/red sauce, caesar salad, garlic bread
Saturday - taco salad at mexican fiesta party
Sunday - pizza
Wednesday - homemade chicken noodle soup (just classic recipe w/celery, carrot, egg noodles, chicken, parsley)
Thursday - simple recipe again w/ground turkey, tomatoes, corn, carrots, northern beans and seasonings
Friday - ravioli w/red sauce, caesar salad, garlic bread
Saturday - taco salad at mexican fiesta party
Sunday - pizza
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Scheri's Week of 12/7
I can't believe I'm halfway through the week already. I had a Christmas dinner to attend last night, so there was no need for me to cook. This is what we are looking at for the rest of the week:
Wednesday:
Black Bean Tamales
Guacamole & Salsa
Sante Fe Salad
Thursday:
Lentil & Pasta Soup
Friday:
Wild Rice w/ veggies & feta
Saturday:
Baked Ziti
Caprese Salad
Sunday:
Indian food night - I think I'll make a vegetable curry and give Harsha the night off from cooking.
Wednesday:
Black Bean Tamales
Guacamole & Salsa
Sante Fe Salad
Thursday:
Lentil & Pasta Soup
Friday:
Wild Rice w/ veggies & feta
Saturday:
Baked Ziti
Caprese Salad
Sunday:
Indian food night - I think I'll make a vegetable curry and give Harsha the night off from cooking.
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Scheri's Week of 12/1
I almost forgot to post my menu this week, ach! Here we go:
Monday:
Sweet & Sour stir fry w/ rice (sauce is ginger, garlic, soy, srirachi, pineapple juice, lime and honey)
Tuesday:
Black bean tacos
Salad
Wednesday:
Spinach Lasagne
Garlic Bread
Thursday:
Butternut Squash Soup (1.5 squash, onion, garlic, .5c lentils, salt, pepper, broth, milk, pinch of cayenne - blend)
Green Salad
Multigrain rolls
Friday:
Penne w/ pesto & veggies
More salad :-)
Sat thru Mon - Harsha will be cooking solo w/ the kids. They'll have a blast and eat too much butter :-)
Monday:
Sweet & Sour stir fry w/ rice (sauce is ginger, garlic, soy, srirachi, pineapple juice, lime and honey)
Tuesday:
Black bean tacos
Salad
Wednesday:
Spinach Lasagne
Garlic Bread
Thursday:
Butternut Squash Soup (1.5 squash, onion, garlic, .5c lentils, salt, pepper, broth, milk, pinch of cayenne - blend)
Green Salad
Multigrain rolls
Friday:
Penne w/ pesto & veggies
More salad :-)
Sat thru Mon - Harsha will be cooking solo w/ the kids. They'll have a blast and eat too much butter :-)
Sunday, November 30, 2008
Jenn's Menu Week of 11/30
Sunday -
Tortellini Soup:
1. Saute in olive oil - 1 large onion, 1 chopped gr pepper, 8 gloves garlic
2. After sauteed - add in 5cans broth, 2 cans stewed tomatoes, 2 tbsp dried basil
3. Also saute - 1 lb italian sausage (I use turkey sausage) and add to soup
4. Add - 1 bag spinach leaves
5. Add to taste - 1-3 boullion cubes, salt, pepper, tabasco
6. Just before serving add: 1 lb cheese tortellini and cook until tender
7. Top w/parmesean cheese
Monday - Chicken pot pie
Tuesday - Black bean burrito bake
Wednesday - kraut burgers, corn
Thursday - noodles, broccoli
Friday - Pasta!!
- Spaghetti w/red sauce (in olive oil cook garlic and onion 5 min...add carrots, mush and bell pepper for 10 min...increase heat to high and add 2 lbs tom chopped w/their juice, fresh basil, season'g...simmer, reduce to medium for 15min until thickened)
- garlic bread
- caesar salad
Saturday - out of town through Tuesday (Mom's menu)
- pizza
Sunday -
- hamburger stroganoff, veggie
Monday -
- Chicken, salad, potatoes
Tuesday -
- Brats, noodles, veggie
Tortellini Soup:
1. Saute in olive oil - 1 large onion, 1 chopped gr pepper, 8 gloves garlic
2. After sauteed - add in 5cans broth, 2 cans stewed tomatoes, 2 tbsp dried basil
3. Also saute - 1 lb italian sausage (I use turkey sausage) and add to soup
4. Add - 1 bag spinach leaves
5. Add to taste - 1-3 boullion cubes, salt, pepper, tabasco
6. Just before serving add: 1 lb cheese tortellini and cook until tender
7. Top w/parmesean cheese
Monday - Chicken pot pie
Tuesday - Black bean burrito bake
Wednesday - kraut burgers, corn
Thursday - noodles, broccoli
Friday - Pasta!!
- Spaghetti w/red sauce (in olive oil cook garlic and onion 5 min...add carrots, mush and bell pepper for 10 min...increase heat to high and add 2 lbs tom chopped w/their juice, fresh basil, season'g...simmer, reduce to medium for 15min until thickened)
- garlic bread
- caesar salad
Saturday - out of town through Tuesday (Mom's menu)
- pizza
Sunday -
- hamburger stroganoff, veggie
Monday -
- Chicken, salad, potatoes
Tuesday -
- Brats, noodles, veggie
Sunday, November 23, 2008
Scheri's week of 11/24
We have another busy week ahead of us. We are looking forward to Thanksgiving and all the festivities that come with it. Here is our menu for the week:
Monday:
Spaghetti w/ Marinara Sauce
Spinach Salad
Garlic Bread
Tuesday:
Roasted Vegetable Stew served in squash bowl
Wednesday:
Vegetable Stir Fry (Stir Fry sauce is garlic, ginger, lime, soy and sriracha)
Thursday:
Veggie Tray w/ hummus dip
Butternut Squash Polenta
Mixed Bean Tomato Salad w/ Basil Vin.
Garlic Mashed Potatoes w/ Gravy
Candied Sweet Potatoes
Cranberry & Wild Rice Stuffing
Rolls
Pumpkin Pecan Pie and a Chocolate Pecan Pie
Friday:
Left overs (we'll probably be eating leftovers for a week!)
Saturday:
Black Bean Tacos
Mexican Coleslaw
Chips & Salsa
Sunday:
Harsha's choice of Indian
Monday:
Spaghetti w/ Marinara Sauce
Spinach Salad
Garlic Bread
Tuesday:
Roasted Vegetable Stew served in squash bowl
Wednesday:
Vegetable Stir Fry (Stir Fry sauce is garlic, ginger, lime, soy and sriracha)
Thursday:
Veggie Tray w/ hummus dip
Butternut Squash Polenta
Mixed Bean Tomato Salad w/ Basil Vin.
Garlic Mashed Potatoes w/ Gravy
Candied Sweet Potatoes
Cranberry & Wild Rice Stuffing
Rolls
Pumpkin Pecan Pie and a Chocolate Pecan Pie
Friday:
Left overs (we'll probably be eating leftovers for a week!)
Saturday:
Black Bean Tacos
Mexican Coleslaw
Chips & Salsa
Sunday:
Harsha's choice of Indian
Monday, November 17, 2008
Jenn's Week of 11/17
Scheri's menu looked yummy so I copied a few items :) We never made the lasagne last week so it's on again!
Monday:
Orange Cauliflower Mac n Cheese w/pepper jack cheese
Tuesday:
Grilled cheese w/tomato soup
Wednesday:
Four Cheese Vegetable Lasagne
Garlic Bread
Green Salad w/cuc, garb beans, tomatoes
Thursday:
Hummus Club Sandwiches
Penne w/ Olive oil, Basil, Tomatoes & Parmesan
Friday:
Pot Roast w/carrots, onions and potatoes
Saturday:
Out
Sunday - out of town for holidays
Returning Sunday - pizza or Spaghetti w/turkey meatballs, garlic bread
Monday:
Orange Cauliflower Mac n Cheese w/pepper jack cheese
Tuesday:
Grilled cheese w/tomato soup
Wednesday:
Four Cheese Vegetable Lasagne
Garlic Bread
Green Salad w/cuc, garb beans, tomatoes
Thursday:
Hummus Club Sandwiches
Penne w/ Olive oil, Basil, Tomatoes & Parmesan
Friday:
Pot Roast w/carrots, onions and potatoes
Saturday:
Out
Sunday - out of town for holidays
Returning Sunday - pizza or Spaghetti w/turkey meatballs, garlic bread
Sunday, November 16, 2008
Scheri's Week of 11/17
The Orange Cauliflower Mac n Cheese was really good. I added some pepper jack cheese and lots of pepper, and left out the breadcrumbs (I'm not a big fan). We all enjoyed it. This week is going to be another crazy busy week. The kids start swim lessons on Monday & Wednesday, so I have to choose dishes that I can make ahead of time. Here goes:
Monday:
Red Bean stew
Rolls
Tuesday:
Parmesan & Spinach Risotto
Steamed veggies
Salad
Wednesday:
Hummus Club Sandwiches
Penne w/ Olive oil, Basil, Tomatoes & Parmesan
Thursday: (Very similar to Tuesday, but Harsha has a craving!)
Baked Polenta
Steamed veggies
Salad
Friday:
Indian food - Pani Puri, Chana Masala, Basmati Rice, Parathas
Saturday:
out - PPRR dinner
Sunday:
Spicy Carrot & Dal Soup (we had leftovers instead, so we have this on the menu again)
Monday:
Red Bean stew
Rolls
Tuesday:
Parmesan & Spinach Risotto
Steamed veggies
Salad
Wednesday:
Hummus Club Sandwiches
Penne w/ Olive oil, Basil, Tomatoes & Parmesan
Thursday: (Very similar to Tuesday, but Harsha has a craving!)
Baked Polenta
Steamed veggies
Salad
Friday:
Indian food - Pani Puri, Chana Masala, Basmati Rice, Parathas
Saturday:
out - PPRR dinner
Sunday:
Spicy Carrot & Dal Soup (we had leftovers instead, so we have this on the menu again)
Monday, November 10, 2008
Jenn's Menu Week of 11/10
A few menu items never happened again last week due to schedule changes so you'll be seeing them again :). I'm all for the comfort food like Scheri this week! Also, the 3 cheese penne florentine and the spinach/broc quiche were great last week!
Monday:
Leftover chili
Tuesday:
Spaghetti, turkey meatballs
Wednesday:
Chicken marsala
Caesar Salad
Thursday:
Kraut burgers
Mediterranean Pasta with Zucchini
- 8 ounces penne or ziti whole wheat pasta
- diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained
- 1 medium zucchini (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives
- Olive oil to taste
Friday:
Out for dinner
Saturday:
Four Cheese Vegetable Lasagne
Garlic Bread
Green Salad w/cuc, garb beans, tomatoes
Sunday:
Caprese Salad (fresh mozz, tomato, basil, olive oil)
Garlic bread
Monday:
Leftover chili
Tuesday:
Spaghetti, turkey meatballs
Wednesday:
Chicken marsala
Caesar Salad
Thursday:
Kraut burgers
Mediterranean Pasta with Zucchini
- 8 ounces penne or ziti whole wheat pasta
- diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained
- 1 medium zucchini (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives
- Olive oil to taste
Friday:
Out for dinner
Saturday:
Four Cheese Vegetable Lasagne
Garlic Bread
Green Salad w/cuc, garb beans, tomatoes
Sunday:
Caprese Salad (fresh mozz, tomato, basil, olive oil)
Garlic bread
Scheri's week of 11/10
I can't believe that Thanksgiving is 2.5 weeks away! With the cooler weather, I am feeling like it's holiday season though. I am in the mood to do some Christmas shopping and kick off baking season.
I have lots of cool weather comfort food on the menu this week. Here goes:
Monday:
Mexican Chili
Tuesday:
Spicy Carrot & Dal Soup
some type of bread... need to see what looks good at the store
Wednesday:
Date night w/ kids (movie & melting pot)
Thursday:
Shepherds pot pie
Friday:
Peanut Pad Thai Pizza
Lettuce Wraps
Saturday:
Orange Cauliflower Mac n Cheese (new recipe)
Salad
Sunday:
Indian food night - Harsha
I have lots of cool weather comfort food on the menu this week. Here goes:
Monday:
Mexican Chili
Tuesday:
Spicy Carrot & Dal Soup
some type of bread... need to see what looks good at the store
Wednesday:
Date night w/ kids (movie & melting pot)
Thursday:
Shepherds pot pie
Friday:
Peanut Pad Thai Pizza
Lettuce Wraps
Saturday:
Orange Cauliflower Mac n Cheese (new recipe)
Salad
Sunday:
Indian food night - Harsha
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Scheri's week of 11/3
I was hoping this week would be a little calmer than last, however it isn't turning out that way. I am trying to keep it simple this week with menu items that I can make at nap time. This is also our first week of doing 'tell me about yourself' cards at the table. It should be fun hearing what the kids have to say about themselves.
Monday:
Red Robin (Ella requested and daddy couldn't say no)
Tuesday:
Black bean soup w/ rice & salsa
Wednesday:
Lentil & pasta soup
green salad
Thursday: (we are doing snuggle time at the library after dinner, so eating something snuggly sounds good.)
Chili
Couscous
Friday:
baked ziti
garlic bread
salad
Saturday:
pizza
Sunday:
Harsha's choice
Monday:
Red Robin (Ella requested and daddy couldn't say no)
Tuesday:
Black bean soup w/ rice & salsa
Wednesday:
Lentil & pasta soup
green salad
Thursday: (we are doing snuggle time at the library after dinner, so eating something snuggly sounds good.)
Chili
Couscous
Friday:
baked ziti
garlic bread
salad
Saturday:
pizza
Sunday:
Harsha's choice
Monday, November 3, 2008
Week of 11/3
I feel like I can take a deep breath after the fun and busy week last week. You'd think I'd take advantage and make some good meals this week but I think we'll keep it simple :)
Monday:
Leftover chicken pot pie, salad
Tuesday:
Grilled cheese and tomato soup
Wednesday:
Three cheese chicken penne florentine
Thursday (never made last week):
Broccoli and Asparagus Quiche (I may add ham too)
Friday (never made last week):
Kraut burgers
Mediterranean Pasta with Zucchini
- 8 ounces penne or ziti whole wheat pasta
- diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained
- 1 medium zucchini (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives
- Olive oil to taste
Saturday:
Spaghetti and garlic bread
Sunday:
Football and chili
Monday:
Leftover chicken pot pie, salad
Tuesday:
Grilled cheese and tomato soup
Wednesday:
Three cheese chicken penne florentine
Thursday (never made last week):
Broccoli and Asparagus Quiche (I may add ham too)
Friday (never made last week):
Kraut burgers
Mediterranean Pasta with Zucchini
- 8 ounces penne or ziti whole wheat pasta
- diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained
- 1 medium zucchini (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives
- Olive oil to taste
Saturday:
Spaghetti and garlic bread
Sunday:
Football and chili
Monday, October 27, 2008
Scheri's week of 10/27
Happy Halloween!!! We have a lot of fun activities planned for the week. I am also trying to plan some festive dinners, so we'll see how they turn out. This is what I have planned:
Monday:
left overs (Harsha & I had a date, but didn't have enough time for dinner.)
Tuesday:
Roasted Ghosts (I'll most likely make them a little healthier and omit the crm chs - we have it w/ the bread anyway)
Glazed carrots (we'll call them our tiny pumpkins)
Ghost Toast (I'm going to use a Whole Grain White Bread)
Salad w/ apples, craisins, walnuts & blue cheese
Wednesday:
Pumpkins filled w/ maggots - HAHA!
I still haven't cooked my bright orange acorn squash, so I'll roast them and fill them with veggies & wild rice.
Thursday:
Halloween Spaghetti & Eyeballs The recipe is more for the presentation idea. We'll use grape tomatoes w/ a little mozz chs for the eyes, broccoli for the nose, zucchini for the ears and a thin carrot slice for the tongue.
Friday:
Warm Pumpkin Salad w/ Polenta & Candied Pumpkin Seeds
Saturday:
Halloween Party- I still need to figure out what spooky dish to make.
Sunday:
Peanut Pad Thai - rice noodles & veggies
Monday:
left overs (Harsha & I had a date, but didn't have enough time for dinner.)
Tuesday:
Roasted Ghosts (I'll most likely make them a little healthier and omit the crm chs - we have it w/ the bread anyway)
Glazed carrots (we'll call them our tiny pumpkins)
Ghost Toast (I'm going to use a Whole Grain White Bread)
Salad w/ apples, craisins, walnuts & blue cheese
Wednesday:
Pumpkins filled w/ maggots - HAHA!
I still haven't cooked my bright orange acorn squash, so I'll roast them and fill them with veggies & wild rice.
Thursday:
Halloween Spaghetti & Eyeballs The recipe is more for the presentation idea. We'll use grape tomatoes w/ a little mozz chs for the eyes, broccoli for the nose, zucchini for the ears and a thin carrot slice for the tongue.
Friday:
Warm Pumpkin Salad w/ Polenta & Candied Pumpkin Seeds
Saturday:
Halloween Party- I still need to figure out what spooky dish to make.
Sunday:
Peanut Pad Thai - rice noodles & veggies
Sunday, October 26, 2008
Jenn's Week of 10/27
Yea for Halloween week! The kids have been waiting for so long! Guy will be home for most dinners this week too so I'm trying to plan some of his favorites.
Monday:
Egg Salad w/Lettuce and Tomato
Tuesday:
Leftover Senate Bean Soup (yummy!) from last week
Wednesday:
Broccoli and Asparagus Quiche (I may add ham too)
Thursday (instead of soccer we now have swimming on Thursday's so meals will stay simple!):
Chicken pot pie (never made last week so I'll make in the afternoon)
Friday:
Pizza party with neighbors before trick-or-treating
Saturday:
Halloween party
Sunday:
Kraut burgers
Mediterranean Pasta with Zucchini
- 8 ounces penne or ziti whole wheat pasta
- diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained
- 1 medium zucchini (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives
- Olive oil to taste
Monday:
Egg Salad w/Lettuce and Tomato
Tuesday:
Leftover Senate Bean Soup (yummy!) from last week
Wednesday:
Broccoli and Asparagus Quiche (I may add ham too)
Thursday (instead of soccer we now have swimming on Thursday's so meals will stay simple!):
Chicken pot pie (never made last week so I'll make in the afternoon)
Friday:
Pizza party with neighbors before trick-or-treating
Saturday:
Halloween party
Sunday:
Kraut burgers
Mediterranean Pasta with Zucchini
- 8 ounces penne or ziti whole wheat pasta
- diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained
- 1 medium zucchini (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives
- Olive oil to taste
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Scheri's week of 10/20
I am so behind this week. Finally, here is my menu! It is easier to do when I'm already half way done with the week ;-)
Monday:
Red Bean Stew
French Bread
Tuesday:
Dominos pizza
Wednesday:
vegetable curry w/ rice
parathas
Thursday:
black bean tamales
mex stir fry veggies
chips & salsa
Friday - Sunday: my dad is in town, so we will play it by ear and figure out our meals as we go.
Monday:
Red Bean Stew
French Bread
Tuesday:
Dominos pizza
Wednesday:
vegetable curry w/ rice
parathas
Thursday:
black bean tamales
mex stir fry veggies
chips & salsa
Friday - Sunday: my dad is in town, so we will play it by ear and figure out our meals as we go.
Monday, October 20, 2008
Jenn's Week of 10/20
Monday: Spaghetti, salad, garlic bread
Tuesday: Grilled cheese sandwiches, tomato soup
Wednesday: Greek sandwich w/feta vinaigrette, gr bean/tom/mozz salad
Thursday: Senate Bean Soup, corn bread
Friday: Chicken pot pie
Saturday: Halloween party
Sunday: pizza
Tuesday: Grilled cheese sandwiches, tomato soup
Wednesday: Greek sandwich w/feta vinaigrette, gr bean/tom/mozz salad
Thursday: Senate Bean Soup, corn bread
Friday: Chicken pot pie
Saturday: Halloween party
Sunday: pizza
Monday, October 13, 2008
Jenn's Week of 10/13
With the weather getting cooler, I had to at least get one soup on the menu.
Monday: Fajitas, black beans
Tuesday: Leftover tostadas
Wednesday: Hamburgers, corn on cob, pepperocini tortelli salad
Thursday: 6 bean soup, corn bread
Friday: Out for parents b-day
Saturday: Greek sandwich w/feta vinaigrette, gr bean/tom/mozz salad
Sunday: pizza
Monday: Fajitas, black beans
Tuesday: Leftover tostadas
Wednesday: Hamburgers, corn on cob, pepperocini tortelli salad
Thursday: 6 bean soup, corn bread
Friday: Out for parents b-day
Saturday: Greek sandwich w/feta vinaigrette, gr bean/tom/mozz salad
Sunday: pizza
Saturday, October 11, 2008
Scheri's Week of 10/13
We were so busy last week. I'd love to say this week will be different, but it doesn't look like it will be. We did make the Babganoush-Hummus Pasta and loved it! Harsha got home before the kids and I did, so he actually made it. I know he modified the recipe a little, but not sure exactly what his modifications were. It tasted great, especially with the salad, yummy! Here is my recipe for this coming week:
Monday:
Crockpot Chili (no special recipe, just anything we have in the house)
Potato Rolls
Tuesday:
Lentil & Tomato Soup
Wednesday:
Caprese Pasta
Garlic Bread
Thursday:
Wild Rice stuffed in Acorn Squash (we had left overs instead of making this one, so we'll try it again)
Salad w/ apples, walnuts & blue cheese
Friday - Sunday: Out of town
Monday:
Crockpot Chili (no special recipe, just anything we have in the house)
Potato Rolls
Tuesday:
Lentil & Tomato Soup
Wednesday:
Caprese Pasta
Garlic Bread
Thursday:
Wild Rice stuffed in Acorn Squash (we had left overs instead of making this one, so we'll try it again)
Salad w/ apples, walnuts & blue cheese
Friday - Sunday: Out of town
Monday, October 6, 2008
Jenn's Week of 10/6
Monday: Home-made chicken pot pie
Tuesday: Tacos - turkey, lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, etc.
Wednesday: Balsamic glazed chicken and bell pepper sandwiches, salad
Thursday: Ham and cheese macaroni bake w/peas
Friday: Chicken and summer vegetable tostadas, chips/salsa, black beans
Saturday: Hamburgers, corn on cob, pepperocini tortelli salad
Sunday: Mom's for dinner
Tuesday: Tacos - turkey, lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, etc.
Wednesday: Balsamic glazed chicken and bell pepper sandwiches, salad
Thursday: Ham and cheese macaroni bake w/peas
Friday: Chicken and summer vegetable tostadas, chips/salsa, black beans
Saturday: Hamburgers, corn on cob, pepperocini tortelli salad
Sunday: Mom's for dinner
Saturday, October 4, 2008
Scheri's Week of 10/5
We had a crazy week last week, so a couple of the menu items are being carried over to this week. This is what I have:
Monday:
Babganoush-Hummus Pasta
Salad w/ apples, walnuts & blue cheese
Tuesday:
Tropical fried rice
Egg rolls
Wednesday:
Smothered Veggie Burritos
Thursday: (I have a much needed Ladies Night, so Harsha and the kids will be on their own!!)
pizza
Friday:
out
Saturday:
Wild Rice stuffed in Acorn Squash
Steamed Asparagus
Sunday:
Sundays are becoming our Indian food day. Hasha is in charge of planning and cooking for this day.
Monday:
Babganoush-Hummus Pasta
Salad w/ apples, walnuts & blue cheese
Tuesday:
Tropical fried rice
Egg rolls
Wednesday:
Smothered Veggie Burritos
Thursday: (I have a much needed Ladies Night, so Harsha and the kids will be on their own!!)
pizza
Friday:
out
Saturday:
Wild Rice stuffed in Acorn Squash
Steamed Asparagus
Sunday:
Sundays are becoming our Indian food day. Hasha is in charge of planning and cooking for this day.
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Jenn's Week of 9/29
I'm not in the mood of cooking right now so I'm having a hard time coming up with menu items. This may end up being modified before I go to the store tomorrow :)
Monday:
- Grilled Portobello, Bell Pepper and Goat Cheese Sandwiches
- Avocado and Pear Salad (Val's recipe)
Tuesday:
- Baked potatoes w/broccoli, cheese, chili beans
Wednesday:
- Grilled Chicken
- Wild Grain Rice
- Grilled peppers
Thursday:
- Spaghetti
- Salad
Friday:
- Sloppy joes
- corn
- homemade fries/chips
Saturday:
Out
Sunday:
- taco night
Monday:
- Grilled Portobello, Bell Pepper and Goat Cheese Sandwiches
- Avocado and Pear Salad (Val's recipe)
Tuesday:
- Baked potatoes w/broccoli, cheese, chili beans
Wednesday:
- Grilled Chicken
- Wild Grain Rice
- Grilled peppers
Thursday:
- Spaghetti
- Salad
Friday:
- Sloppy joes
- corn
- homemade fries/chips
Saturday:
Out
Sunday:
- taco night
Saturday, September 27, 2008
Scheri's week of 9/29
We have a crazy week ahead of us, but I'm going to try a few new recipes. We loved the Polenta Lasagne from last week. I modified the recipe quite a bit though. I made the sauce - it's the same veggie/lentil marinara that I always make. It was a nice change eating lasagne w/ polenta versus the usual noodles.
Here is my menu for this week. I'll let you all know what I think of the new recipes next week.
Monday:
Black Bean Mexican Casserole (Black beans, diced bell peppers, diced onion, can diced green chilis, corn, cumin, coriander mixed together on top of crushed tortilla chips. Top w/ cheese, cook in oven for 20min. Serve w/ salsa & sour cream)
Tuesday:
Wild Rice
Sweet Potato Hash
Simmered Kabocha Squash
Wednesday:
Tropical fried rice
Egg rolls
Thursday:
out of town
Friday:
Babganoush-Hummus Pasta
Salad w/ apples, walnuts & blue cheese
Saturday:
CRUD Party - we need to take a side dish... thinking some type of pasta salad, but not sure yet.
Sunday:
Harsha is going to make Rava Idli and some other Indian dish (he didn't get home in time to make it last week, so I made a curry and decided we'd put Harsha's cooking night on the menu this coming week.)
Here is my menu for this week. I'll let you all know what I think of the new recipes next week.
Monday:
Black Bean Mexican Casserole (Black beans, diced bell peppers, diced onion, can diced green chilis, corn, cumin, coriander mixed together on top of crushed tortilla chips. Top w/ cheese, cook in oven for 20min. Serve w/ salsa & sour cream)
Tuesday:
Wild Rice
Sweet Potato Hash
Simmered Kabocha Squash
Wednesday:
Tropical fried rice
Egg rolls
Thursday:
out of town
Friday:
Babganoush-Hummus Pasta
Salad w/ apples, walnuts & blue cheese
Saturday:
CRUD Party - we need to take a side dish... thinking some type of pasta salad, but not sure yet.
Sunday:
Harsha is going to make Rava Idli and some other Indian dish (he didn't get home in time to make it last week, so I made a curry and decided we'd put Harsha's cooking night on the menu this coming week.)
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Scheri's Week of 9/22
I'm trying a couple new recipes this week. Last week, the only new recipe I tried was the Zucchini Gratin and we did enjoy it. It's not really something we eat a lot of, however I would make it again when the weather is colder. I'll let you all know what I think of the new recipes this week. Have a fantastic week!
Monday: (We didn't do this one last week)
Hummus & black bean wraps
baked potatoes
steamed veggies
Tuesday:
Polenta Lasagne (I may use cottage cheese rather than ricotta, haven't decided yet. I will also make my own marinara sauce w/ lots of veggies & lentils.)
Green salad
Garlic bread
Wednesday:
Peanut Pad Thai w/ veggies & rice noodles
Thursday:
Grilled stuffed bell peppers - Cook 1 cup wild rice. Meanwhile, saute carrots, zucchini, onion, and garlic. Add the cooked rice. Mix in some feta cheese (I like the sundried tomato variety). Stuff mixture into red bell peppers and cook on grill until pepper is soft.
Green Salad
Friday:
Harsha is going to make Rava Idli and a coconut curry
Saturday:
going out to eat
Sunday:
3 Bean Tacos
Spanish Rice
Salsa & Guacamole
Monday: (We didn't do this one last week)
Hummus & black bean wraps
baked potatoes
steamed veggies
Tuesday:
Polenta Lasagne (I may use cottage cheese rather than ricotta, haven't decided yet. I will also make my own marinara sauce w/ lots of veggies & lentils.)
Green salad
Garlic bread
Wednesday:
Peanut Pad Thai w/ veggies & rice noodles
Thursday:
Grilled stuffed bell peppers - Cook 1 cup wild rice. Meanwhile, saute carrots, zucchini, onion, and garlic. Add the cooked rice. Mix in some feta cheese (I like the sundried tomato variety). Stuff mixture into red bell peppers and cook on grill until pepper is soft.
Green Salad
Friday:
Harsha is going to make Rava Idli and a coconut curry
Saturday:
going out to eat
Sunday:
3 Bean Tacos
Spanish Rice
Salsa & Guacamole
Jenn's Week of 9/22
Guy is gone for dinners Monday through Friday this week so I'm keeping it simple.
Monday - Tortellini Pepperoncini Salad
Tuesday - Vegetable quiche
Wednesday - Quesadillas w/peppers, black beans
Thursday - Spaghetti and salad
Friday - Sloppy joes, corn, tator tots
Saturday - out to dinner
Sunday - pizza
Monday - Tortellini Pepperoncini Salad
Tuesday - Vegetable quiche
Wednesday - Quesadillas w/peppers, black beans
Thursday - Spaghetti and salad
Friday - Sloppy joes, corn, tator tots
Saturday - out to dinner
Sunday - pizza
Sunday, September 14, 2008
Jenn's Menu 9/15
Hello everyone! I don't have a lot of exciting items on the menu but I have a lot of things "hanging out in my cubbards and freezer" so I'm hoping to get rid of some stuff and not have too much shopping tomorrow :)! Some are also things that I didn't do the last 2 weeks that have moved to this week.
Monday - Kraut burgers, cucumber relish, sweet potato fries
**I need to send out a recipe for all of these
Tuesday - Grilled salmon with roasted corn relish
Wednesday - Grilled cheese w/tomatoes, tomato soup
Thursday - Baked potatoes w/broccoli, cheese, black beans
Friday - Six Bean Soup (I bought a pre-made bean mixture from a farm that you just add tomatoes, garlic and some other spices), corn bread
Saturday - out
Sunday - Roasted turkey w/peppers, onions and carrots
Monday - Kraut burgers, cucumber relish, sweet potato fries
**I need to send out a recipe for all of these
Tuesday - Grilled salmon with roasted corn relish
Wednesday - Grilled cheese w/tomatoes, tomato soup
Thursday - Baked potatoes w/broccoli, cheese, black beans
Friday - Six Bean Soup (I bought a pre-made bean mixture from a farm that you just add tomatoes, garlic and some other spices), corn bread
Saturday - out
Sunday - Roasted turkey w/peppers, onions and carrots
Scheri's Week of 9/15
I'm still trying to get inspired this week. We had a great time with the menu last week, but this week is going to be another story. I am trying to find a good recipe for home made energy bars, so if you have one, please pass it on. I'll post the recipe if I find a good one.
Monday:
Smothered Veggie Burritos w/ rice, beans, veggies, salsa, sour cream, cheese & lettuce/tomato
Tuesday:
Asparagus Risotto
Zucchini Gratin
Spinach Salad
Wednesday:
Hummus & black bean wraps
baked potatoes
steamed veggies
Thursday:
Pasta w/ pesto, artichokes & sun dried tomatoes
Friday:
Chinese Fried Rice (didn't do it last week, so it's back on)
Saturday:
out to eat
Sunday:
Veggie Burgers
steamed veggies
Monday:
Smothered Veggie Burritos w/ rice, beans, veggies, salsa, sour cream, cheese & lettuce/tomato
Tuesday:
Asparagus Risotto
Zucchini Gratin
Spinach Salad
Wednesday:
Hummus & black bean wraps
baked potatoes
steamed veggies
Thursday:
Pasta w/ pesto, artichokes & sun dried tomatoes
Friday:
Chinese Fried Rice (didn't do it last week, so it's back on)
Saturday:
out to eat
Sunday:
Veggie Burgers
steamed veggies
Thursday, September 11, 2008
My recipe modifications for the week
Since I am always making modifications, I thought I should document them :-) To start, the Capellini Caprese was soooo good! I didn't cook the onions, tomatoes, etc. Instead, I cooked the pasta, rinsed it and then added the tomatoes, basil and diced fresh mozzeralla. For dressing, I minced onion and garlic, combined with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. It was caprese with pasta and we all loved it!
We also enjoyed the Couscous with garbanzo beans, prunes and almonds. I don't think it would have been as good without the butternut squash, so if you make it, also make the squash. Rather than spicing the couscous with cinnamon and mint, I used cumin, coriander and cayenne. I was worried it would be too sweet if I did the cinnamon in the couscous and served it with candied squash. I think I made a good call. The kids ate every drop on their plates!
Finally, Harsha is home tomorrow, Friday, so we celebrated with wassail, an almond cake, and berries. The recipe for the cake was actually a Pistachio cake, however I didn't have any in the house. I used almonds and 1 tsp almond extract. It was wonderful!
We also enjoyed the Couscous with garbanzo beans, prunes and almonds. I don't think it would have been as good without the butternut squash, so if you make it, also make the squash. Rather than spicing the couscous with cinnamon and mint, I used cumin, coriander and cayenne. I was worried it would be too sweet if I did the cinnamon in the couscous and served it with candied squash. I think I made a good call. The kids ate every drop on their plates!
Finally, Harsha is home tomorrow, Friday, so we celebrated with wassail, an almond cake, and berries. The recipe for the cake was actually a Pistachio cake, however I didn't have any in the house. I used almonds and 1 tsp almond extract. It was wonderful!
Sunday, September 7, 2008
Jenn Menu Week of 9/8
Guy is gone all week so you'll notice the "kid-focused" items. They should be fun though :)
Mon - macaroni and cheese with roasted tomatoes, mixed greens w/cucumber/tomatoes
Tues - roasted turkey w/roasted bell peppers, onions, and carrots
Wed - make pizza w/kids - not sure exactly what we'll do yet but I found Boboli makes a whole wheat crust now so I'm so excited!! We'll probably just add sauce, cheese, zucchini, mushrooms
Thurs - home made chicken pot pie (I've had this in my freezer and since this is soccer night and Guy is gone, this will be an easy night for us)
Fri - we're going camping after Guy gets off work so we'll probably have to eat out
Sat - camping: bison burgers, corn, baked beans, and of course, S'mores :)
Sunday - Caprese salad (tomatoes, fresh mozz, fresh basil, olive oil and balsamic), fresh garlic bread (with garlic chunks and olive oil)
Mon - macaroni and cheese with roasted tomatoes, mixed greens w/cucumber/tomatoes
Tues - roasted turkey w/roasted bell peppers, onions, and carrots
Wed - make pizza w/kids - not sure exactly what we'll do yet but I found Boboli makes a whole wheat crust now so I'm so excited!! We'll probably just add sauce, cheese, zucchini, mushrooms
Thurs - home made chicken pot pie (I've had this in my freezer and since this is soccer night and Guy is gone, this will be an easy night for us)
Fri - we're going camping after Guy gets off work so we'll probably have to eat out
Sat - camping: bison burgers, corn, baked beans, and of course, S'mores :)
Sunday - Caprese salad (tomatoes, fresh mozz, fresh basil, olive oil and balsamic), fresh garlic bread (with garlic chunks and olive oil)
Saturday, September 6, 2008
Scheri's Week of 9/8
The kids are watching their Sat morning cartoon and I'm feeling inspired to cook. I have several new recipes to try this week. I'll give you all my opinion of them next week. Here is my menu for the week:
Monday:
Black Bean soup w/ rice, salsa, sour cream & cheese.
Cheese Quesadillas
Tuesday:
Grilled Corn
Veggie Melts
Mixed Bean Salad
Wednesday:
Capellini Caprese This is a new recipe. Rather than using the Kraft dressing, I will make a simple one. I think I'll use fresh mozz or parm instead too.
Garlic Bread
Thursday:
Couscous with garbanzo beans, prunes and almonds This is another new recipe. I think I'll use cranberries rather than prunes, which is what one of the comments suggested. I'll also use veg broth.
Candied Butternut Squash I haven't used this particular recipe, but I've made candied butternut squash before. It was the suggested side/topper for the couscous, so I'll try it.
Friday:
Pizza night - I have pottery class, so the kids & Harsha are on their own.
Saturday:
Chinese vegetable stir fry w/ rice
Sunday:
Twice Baked Sweet Potato Boats This is a new recipe.
Spinach salad w/ almonds, mandarin oranges, red onions
Veggie Burgers
Monday:
Black Bean soup w/ rice, salsa, sour cream & cheese.
Cheese Quesadillas
Tuesday:
Grilled Corn
Veggie Melts
Mixed Bean Salad
Wednesday:
Capellini Caprese This is a new recipe. Rather than using the Kraft dressing, I will make a simple one. I think I'll use fresh mozz or parm instead too.
Garlic Bread
Thursday:
Couscous with garbanzo beans, prunes and almonds This is another new recipe. I think I'll use cranberries rather than prunes, which is what one of the comments suggested. I'll also use veg broth.
Candied Butternut Squash I haven't used this particular recipe, but I've made candied butternut squash before. It was the suggested side/topper for the couscous, so I'll try it.
Friday:
Pizza night - I have pottery class, so the kids & Harsha are on their own.
Saturday:
Chinese vegetable stir fry w/ rice
Sunday:
Twice Baked Sweet Potato Boats This is a new recipe.
Spinach salad w/ almonds, mandarin oranges, red onions
Veggie Burgers
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Scheri's Week of 9/1
Harsha is off this week and we are finishing the pergola and finalizing the plans for the balcony. We are trying to fit in a few day trips as well, so my menu this week is kind of funny. It's amazing how working on house projects throws any menu out the window. Anyway, this is what I'm planning on doing :-)
Monday:
We actually fed the kids cereal, bc we were busy with the cross beams.
Tuesday: (We have to wait for the inspection tomorrow, so we don't have any work to do. We'll actually have dinner, go to the park, and do some fun shopping.)
Black Bean & Corn Enchiladas
Salsa
Guacamole
Wednesday:
Ordering pizza - we have the final framing inspection, so we will be completing the pergola.
Thursday: (We should have the final inspection for the pergola and Harsha will be getting the paperwork for the balcony permits ready, whew - it's a lot of work!)
Coconut Vegetable Curry w/ Basmati Rice (This is a Harsha-made meal)
Friday:
The plan is to take a trip to Leadville for a train ride.
Saturday:
Harsha & I are going to try the Mozaic in Palmer Lake.
Monday:
We actually fed the kids cereal, bc we were busy with the cross beams.
Tuesday: (We have to wait for the inspection tomorrow, so we don't have any work to do. We'll actually have dinner, go to the park, and do some fun shopping.)
Black Bean & Corn Enchiladas
Salsa
Guacamole
Wednesday:
Ordering pizza - we have the final framing inspection, so we will be completing the pergola.
Thursday: (We should have the final inspection for the pergola and Harsha will be getting the paperwork for the balcony permits ready, whew - it's a lot of work!)
Coconut Vegetable Curry w/ Basmati Rice (This is a Harsha-made meal)
Friday:
The plan is to take a trip to Leadville for a train ride.
Saturday:
Harsha & I are going to try the Mozaic in Palmer Lake.
Val's week of 9/2
It's been a while.... I couldn't even remember my password to get into the blog!!!
Anyway...
Tuesday: Pasta w/ cheese sauce and brocc.
Cheese sauce (new recipe):
1-16 oz can Great Northern beans rinsed and drained.
1 c. milk
1 c. shredded cheddar
1 T. minced onion flakes (or equivalent)
1/2 tsp dry mustard
1/8 tsp garlic powder (sounds like it might need more... and fresh!)
1/8 tsp pepper
salt to taste
Combine in blender and blend until smooth. Pour into small sauce pan and heat, stirring, until mixture begins to boil. Serve over pasta (or veggies/potatoes) (from: Lean and Luscious Meatless)
Wed. : Southwestern Chicken Hash (Cooking light -15 Min. cookbook) with cornbread and salad
32 oz southern style hash browns
1/2 c. chopped onions
2 1/3 c. chopped cooked chicken breast
15 oz can mexican style stewed tomatoes w/ jalapeno and spices, undrained
1 8oz can corn
1/2 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp salt
Brown potatoes and onion, add chicken and remaining ingredients, cook 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Stir often.
Thursday: Grill turkey burgers w/shredded cheddar and basil mixed into meat. W/ grilled veggies.
Fri: eat out!
Weekend... who knows!
Anyway...
Tuesday: Pasta w/ cheese sauce and brocc.
Cheese sauce (new recipe):
1-16 oz can Great Northern beans rinsed and drained.
1 c. milk
1 c. shredded cheddar
1 T. minced onion flakes (or equivalent)
1/2 tsp dry mustard
1/8 tsp garlic powder (sounds like it might need more... and fresh!)
1/8 tsp pepper
salt to taste
Combine in blender and blend until smooth. Pour into small sauce pan and heat, stirring, until mixture begins to boil. Serve over pasta (or veggies/potatoes) (from: Lean and Luscious Meatless)
Wed. : Southwestern Chicken Hash (Cooking light -15 Min. cookbook) with cornbread and salad
32 oz southern style hash browns
1/2 c. chopped onions
2 1/3 c. chopped cooked chicken breast
15 oz can mexican style stewed tomatoes w/ jalapeno and spices, undrained
1 8oz can corn
1/2 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp salt
Brown potatoes and onion, add chicken and remaining ingredients, cook 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Stir often.
Thursday: Grill turkey burgers w/shredded cheddar and basil mixed into meat. W/ grilled veggies.
Fri: eat out!
Weekend... who knows!
Monday, September 1, 2008
Jenn's Week of 9/1
I tried a lot of new menu items last week and I would recommend all of them!! They were yummy so check them out if you have a chance!
Monday - Rockies game and out
Tuesday - Open-faced steak, pear and gorgonzola sandwiches, salad w/cuc, tom, garbanzo beans
Wednesday - Fajitas (chicken, peppers, onions, guac, salsa, whole wheat flour tortillas), black beans
Thursday - Tofu fried rice
Friday - Grilled salmon with roasted corn relish
Saturday - out
Sunday - pizza (although this has been on the menu, we haven't actually had it for a long time!)
Monday - Rockies game and out
Tuesday - Open-faced steak, pear and gorgonzola sandwiches, salad w/cuc, tom, garbanzo beans
Wednesday - Fajitas (chicken, peppers, onions, guac, salsa, whole wheat flour tortillas), black beans
Thursday - Tofu fried rice
Friday - Grilled salmon with roasted corn relish
Saturday - out
Sunday - pizza (although this has been on the menu, we haven't actually had it for a long time!)
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Scheri's week of 8/25
We have a pretty boring menu this week. The next couple weeks will probably look like this too. We have some home improvement construction going on and we are busy with kid's activities. Hopefully all will settle down soon and we can start being more creative again.
Monday:
Wild rice w/ veggies & feta (one of our old standbys when I can't figure out what else to make)
Tuesday:
Fajitas w/ guac
Spanish rice
Cantaloupe
Wednesday:
Polenta w/ Provolone
Steamed carrots & zucchini
Thursday:
Veggie Melts
Corn on the cob
Sweet potato fries
Salad
Friday:
Sante Fe Salad (lettuce w/ corn, black beans, tomatoes, peppers)
Quesadillas
Saturday:
Out of town.
Sunday:
Baked Ziti
Monday:
Wild rice w/ veggies & feta (one of our old standbys when I can't figure out what else to make)
Tuesday:
Fajitas w/ guac
Spanish rice
Cantaloupe
Wednesday:
Polenta w/ Provolone
Steamed carrots & zucchini
Thursday:
Veggie Melts
Corn on the cob
Sweet potato fries
Salad
Friday:
Sante Fe Salad (lettuce w/ corn, black beans, tomatoes, peppers)
Quesadillas
Saturday:
Out of town.
Sunday:
Baked Ziti
Sunday, August 24, 2008
Jenn's Menu Week of 8/25
I'm hoping to try some new, fun meals this week. Guy is home so it's always more fun to cook.
Monday (this item keeps getting skipped so it's on the menu again!):
Grilled Summer Vegetable Lasagna, garlic bread, salad
Tuesday:
Caprese w/tomotoes, fresh mozzarella and fresh basil, garlic bread
Wednesday:
Pepper Beef Stir Fry, Fried Rice (I'm omitting ham from recipe)
Thursday:
Ziti w/Spinich, cherry tomatoes and gorgonzola sauce, breadsticks, red leaf salad
Friday:
Out
Saturday:
Mom's for hamburgers
Sunday:
BBQ chicken breasts (w/bone), grilled corn on the cob, cole slaw
Monday:
Rockies game and out
Monday (this item keeps getting skipped so it's on the menu again!):
Grilled Summer Vegetable Lasagna, garlic bread, salad
Tuesday:
Caprese w/tomotoes, fresh mozzarella and fresh basil, garlic bread
Wednesday:
Pepper Beef Stir Fry, Fried Rice (I'm omitting ham from recipe)
Thursday:
Ziti w/Spinich, cherry tomatoes and gorgonzola sauce, breadsticks, red leaf salad
Friday:
Out
Saturday:
Mom's for hamburgers
Sunday:
BBQ chicken breasts (w/bone), grilled corn on the cob, cole slaw
Monday:
Rockies game and out
Monday, August 18, 2008
Scheri's week of 8/18
I'm with you Jenn! Ella starts back to school tomorrow, so we'll be packing lunches, spending more time in the kitchen and making sure everyone gets to bed on time. We started with the bedtime routine last week, so I'm hoping that one won't be a problem. It's time for me to start thinking about lunches though... I need to get creative. I don't know how many hummus & cream cheese sandwiches Ella will eat this year! :-)
Here is our menu for the week:
Monday:
Vegetable Soup (I'll use some pesto, veg broth and whatever veggies I have in the house)
Blue Corn Bread
Tuesday:
Wild Rice w/ veggies & feta
Wednesday:
Black Bean Hummus & Carrot Slaw Wraps (The recipe is for a sandwich, but I think wraps sound good.) *UPDATE - My family loved this one! The Carrot Slaw was very good. We also added Garden Veg. Crm Cheese to the wraps.
Grilled sweet potatoes
Thursday:
Summer Garden Lentil & Pasta Salad (This is a new recipe for us. It looks great, so hopefully it will be! I'll let you all know what we think.)
Friday:
Spaghetti w/ vegetable marinara
Green salad
Garlic Bread
Saturday:
CRUD party - I think I'll take the Avocado Gazpacho dip & chips.
(CRUD is Harsha's running group's name)
Sunday:
Indian food... I think we'll do some type of coconut curry or perhaps go out... I have a certificate for a restaurant on 8th St that we haven't tried yet.
Here is our menu for the week:
Monday:
Vegetable Soup (I'll use some pesto, veg broth and whatever veggies I have in the house)
Blue Corn Bread
Tuesday:
Wild Rice w/ veggies & feta
Wednesday:
Black Bean Hummus & Carrot Slaw Wraps (The recipe is for a sandwich, but I think wraps sound good.) *UPDATE - My family loved this one! The Carrot Slaw was very good. We also added Garden Veg. Crm Cheese to the wraps.
Grilled sweet potatoes
Thursday:
Summer Garden Lentil & Pasta Salad (This is a new recipe for us. It looks great, so hopefully it will be! I'll let you all know what we think.)
Friday:
Spaghetti w/ vegetable marinara
Green salad
Garlic Bread
Saturday:
CRUD party - I think I'll take the Avocado Gazpacho dip & chips.
(CRUD is Harsha's running group's name)
Sunday:
Indian food... I think we'll do some type of coconut curry or perhaps go out... I have a certificate for a restaurant on 8th St that we haven't tried yet.
Jenn's Week of 8/18
Guy's travel schedule is different than I thought and we are going out Friday instead of Saturday so I changed things a bit...
Well, school has started so it's back to a more structured schedule this week! We'll be making lunches for Emma each night to bring to school so it will be a week of getting used to be in the kitchen a lot :)
Monday:
- Hamburgers
- Grilled corn on the cob
- red potatoes w/dill
Tuesday:
- Baked potatoes and steamed veggies
Wednesday:
- Spaghetti and salad
Thursday - Grilled Summer Vegetable Lasagna, garlic bread
Friday - out
Saturday:- Chicken sausage, salad w/cuc, tom, garb beans
Sunday - leftover lasagna
Well, school has started so it's back to a more structured schedule this week! We'll be making lunches for Emma each night to bring to school so it will be a week of getting used to be in the kitchen a lot :)
Monday:
- Hamburgers
- Grilled corn on the cob
- red potatoes w/dill
Tuesday:
- Baked potatoes and steamed veggies
Wednesday:
- Spaghetti and salad
Thursday - Grilled Summer Vegetable Lasagna, garlic bread
Friday - out
Saturday:- Chicken sausage, salad w/cuc, tom, garb beans
Sunday - leftover lasagna
Saturday, August 16, 2008
Black Bean and Quinoa Chili
With all this rain, I feel like I'm living in the Pacific Northwest. I'm not complaining, because we all know we need the rain in Colorado! I'm just saying we aren't used to day after day of rain. Originally, I had planned on going out to eat today, Saturday, but with all the rain, I figured Harsha might be really cold and tired when he gets home from the Ascent. With that said, I made some Black Bean and Quinoa Chili. I used the vegetables I had in the house, which included a zucchini and carrots from the garden. It is super yummy! Definitely one worth trying on a colder day :-)
Monday, August 11, 2008
Jenn's Menu Week of 8/11
Easy week of meals :)
Monday - Grilled portobello, bell pepper and goat cheese sandwiches (we never had this last week) / asparagus w/olive oil and tarragon
Tuesday - Chicken Caesar Salad / garlic bread
Wednesday - Spaghetti and turkey meatballs w/mixed green salad
Thursday - quesadillas w/peppers
Friday - Chicken Pasta Salad
Saturday - out
Sunday - hamburgers, grilled corn on the cob, red potatoes w/dill
Monday - Grilled portobello, bell pepper and goat cheese sandwiches (we never had this last week) / asparagus w/olive oil and tarragon
Tuesday - Chicken Caesar Salad / garlic bread
Wednesday - Spaghetti and turkey meatballs w/mixed green salad
Thursday - quesadillas w/peppers
Friday - Chicken Pasta Salad
Saturday - out
Sunday - hamburgers, grilled corn on the cob, red potatoes w/dill
Saturday, August 9, 2008
Scheri's Week of 8/11
I don't have a single new recipe on the menu this week, but I'll try to be more creative next week. Harsha is tapering for the Ascent and I plan on being just as lazy... I'm tapering for nothing, but the desire to be lazy is hitting me strong. Here is our menu for the week:
Monday:
Pad Thai Pizza
Spinach Salad
Tuesday:
Lentil & vegetable curry
Basmati Rice
Cucumber salad
Wednesday:
Black Bean & Corn tamales
Chips & Salsa
Thursday:
Pesto Pasta & Veggies
Garlic Bread
Friday:
Peanut Pad Thai Noodles (we'll have sauce left over from Monday, so it'll make for a quick & easy meal)
Saturday:
Out to eat
Sunday:
Grilled veggies
Hummus & Black Bean Wraps
Monday:
Pad Thai Pizza
Spinach Salad
Tuesday:
Lentil & vegetable curry
Basmati Rice
Cucumber salad
Wednesday:
Black Bean & Corn tamales
Chips & Salsa
Thursday:
Pesto Pasta & Veggies
Garlic Bread
Friday:
Peanut Pad Thai Noodles (we'll have sauce left over from Monday, so it'll make for a quick & easy meal)
Saturday:
Out to eat
Sunday:
Grilled veggies
Hummus & Black Bean Wraps
Monday, August 4, 2008
Corn Flake Bars
I had a sweet tooth, so I decided to make something very fast. I found this recipe for Corn Flake Bars. I didn't know what to really expect, but they are good. I melted chocolate and spread it over the top. The kids loved it and it took me all of five minutes to make.
Scheri's week of 8/4
I've been finding some really fun recipe blogs recently. The Chipotle BBQ Bean Salad is from one of those sites, so expect to see lots more :-) There are some very good looking sweets recipes that I'll have to try out and share as well, but I have to do those in small portions, otherwise my bum will start growing. I don't think my running partners want to look at a growing bum, ha ha.
So here is my menu for the week. It isn't too exciting, but I did throw in the one new recipe. I'm excited to try it out and let you all know what I think. My calabasitas con crema recipe from last week was very good. It is a little on the rich side, however I'd recommend it with a mexican meal. Have a fantastic week!
Monday:
Tortellini Pepperoncini Salad
Tuesday:
Lettuce Wraps
Chinese Veggie Fried Rice
Wednesday:
Grilled corn on the cob
Zucchini boats (zucchini stuffed w/ feta & grilled)
Chipotle BBQ Bean Salad
Thursday:
Risotto
Grilled veggies
Green salad
Garlic Bread
Friday:
Harsha & I are going to a wedding, so the kids will have pizza or mac n cheese
Saturday:
Harsha will make Indian food
Sunday:
going to a cook out, so I'm bringing the carrot & edamame salad and hummus w/ bread
So here is my menu for the week. It isn't too exciting, but I did throw in the one new recipe. I'm excited to try it out and let you all know what I think. My calabasitas con crema recipe from last week was very good. It is a little on the rich side, however I'd recommend it with a mexican meal. Have a fantastic week!
Monday:
Tortellini Pepperoncini Salad
Tuesday:
Lettuce Wraps
Chinese Veggie Fried Rice
Wednesday:
Grilled corn on the cob
Zucchini boats (zucchini stuffed w/ feta & grilled)
Chipotle BBQ Bean Salad
Thursday:
Risotto
Grilled veggies
Green salad
Garlic Bread
Friday:
Harsha & I are going to a wedding, so the kids will have pizza or mac n cheese
Saturday:
Harsha will make Indian food
Sunday:
going to a cook out, so I'm bringing the carrot & edamame salad and hummus w/ bread
Jenn's Week of 8/4
I through together a menu quickly this week but hopefully it will be yummy. Guy is home too so we should have some nice family meals together - yea :)
Monday - not sure yet??
Tuesday - kabobs w/chicken and veggies, corn on the cob, baked potatoes
Wednesday - Zucchini and black bean enchiladas
Thursday - Emma's bday so we'll probably go out
Friday - Grilled Portobello, bell pepper, and goat cheese sandwiches / grilled asparagus
Saturday - Emma's bday celebration w/family; out again to Casa Bonita
Sunday - BBQ at friends
Monday - Chicken Caesar Salad / garlic bread
Monday - not sure yet??
Tuesday - kabobs w/chicken and veggies, corn on the cob, baked potatoes
Wednesday - Zucchini and black bean enchiladas
Thursday - Emma's bday so we'll probably go out
Friday - Grilled Portobello, bell pepper, and goat cheese sandwiches / grilled asparagus
Saturday - Emma's bday celebration w/family; out again to Casa Bonita
Sunday - BBQ at friends
Monday - Chicken Caesar Salad / garlic bread
Monday, July 28, 2008
Scheri's week of 7/28
Another busy week for us! Last week's Edamame and Carrot salad was wonderful! I suggest making it the day before, because the left overs tasted even better than the fresh salad. Because the weather was cool on Wed and Thur, we skipped what I had planned and made something else. I can't recall what we made though... This week, I don't have anything new on the menu. Since there is so much going on, we will stick with old recipes. Here goes:
Monday:
My birthday, so we went out :-)
Tuesday:
Mixed Bean Salad (didn't make it last week)
Grilled Corn on the Cob
Veggie Melts
Wednesday:
Pasta salad served on Romaine w/ fresh mozzarella
Thursday:
Sante Fe Salad (lettuce w/ corn, black beans, tomatoes, peppers)
Quesadillas
Friday:
We are out of town.
Saturday:
Pizza
Sunday: (We are having dinner guests)
Black Bean & Corn Tamales
Avocado Gazpacho Dip
Pico De Gallo
Roasted Salsa
Watermelon Salsa (recipe from Jenn a couple weeks back)
Chile Sour Cream (blend sour cream w/ a chili & lime juice)
calabasitas con crema (Creamy Zucchini)
easy salad w/ lime, tomato, grn onions, cilantro
Monday:
My birthday, so we went out :-)
Tuesday:
Mixed Bean Salad (didn't make it last week)
Grilled Corn on the Cob
Veggie Melts
Wednesday:
Pasta salad served on Romaine w/ fresh mozzarella
Thursday:
Sante Fe Salad (lettuce w/ corn, black beans, tomatoes, peppers)
Quesadillas
Friday:
We are out of town.
Saturday:
Pizza
Sunday: (We are having dinner guests)
Black Bean & Corn Tamales
Avocado Gazpacho Dip
Pico De Gallo
Roasted Salsa
Watermelon Salsa (recipe from Jenn a couple weeks back)
Chile Sour Cream (blend sour cream w/ a chili & lime juice)
calabasitas con crema (Creamy Zucchini)
easy salad w/ lime, tomato, grn onions, cilantro
Jenn's Week of 7/28
Happy Monday everyone and happy birthday to Scheri!! We're gone a lot this week so not a lot on the menu.
Monday:
- Caprese Salad w/fresh mozz, tomatoes, basil, olive oil / balsamic
- garlic bread
Tuesday (still haven't made this one so it's on the menu again):
- Egg Salad BLTs (minus bacon)
- Fruit Salad
Wednesday:
- Fish tacos w/cabbage slaw (and avocado)
- Black beans
Thursday - Saturday: out of town
Sunday:
- Black bean, corn and zucchini Enchiladas
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=1611704
Monday:
- Caprese Salad w/fresh mozz, tomatoes, basil, olive oil / balsamic
- garlic bread
Tuesday (still haven't made this one so it's on the menu again):
- Egg Salad BLTs (minus bacon)
- Fruit Salad
Wednesday:
- Fish tacos w/cabbage slaw (and avocado)
- Black beans
Thursday - Saturday: out of town
Sunday:
- Black bean, corn and zucchini Enchiladas
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=1611704
Monday, July 21, 2008
Scheri's week of 7/21
I am trying a handful of new recipes again this week. With the hotter temps, I decided I need more salad recipes. We had really good luck with our recipes last week. The exception was the black bean burgers weren't the best. They didn't stick together very well and the flavor was a little bland. I think I prefer the rice variety of veggie burgers. The chopped veggie salad w/ feta and watermelon was great! The only problem with it was that it didn't keep well. If you make it, you want to make sure you can eat it all or cut the recipe in half. I would recommend making it!
So this is what I have planned for our week:
Monday:
Romaine salad w/ berries
Lima Bean soup - I cooked the beans in the pressure cooker w/ veg broth. I cooked leeks, celery and carrots in .5tsp olive oil until tender, then added the beans & broth. Added some parsley and simmered.
Tuesday:
Pesto Risotto-Rice Salad (new - recipe below)
Edamame and Carrot Salad w/ Rice Vinegar Dressing (New Recipe - I did read the reviews and they said to add ginger & use a hot pepper oil, so I'll be trying that.)
Wednesday:
Quinoa, Corn and Tomato w/ chive infused oil
Spinach salad
Thursday: (We are going to do a picnic dinner. The dip recipes are new.)
Spinach Parmesan Dip
Red Pepper Walnut Dip
Whole wheat tortillas
Veggies
Cheese
Mixed Bean Salad
Friday:
Since our anniversary (6 years!) is Wednesday (7/23) and my birthday is Sunday (7/28), we are going to Tajine Alami to eat great food and watch belly dancers :-)
So this is what I have planned for our week:
Monday:
Romaine salad w/ berries
Lima Bean soup - I cooked the beans in the pressure cooker w/ veg broth. I cooked leeks, celery and carrots in .5tsp olive oil until tender, then added the beans & broth. Added some parsley and simmered.
Tuesday:
Pesto Risotto-Rice Salad (new - recipe below)
Edamame and Carrot Salad w/ Rice Vinegar Dressing (New Recipe - I did read the reviews and they said to add ginger & use a hot pepper oil, so I'll be trying that.)
Wednesday:
Quinoa, Corn and Tomato w/ chive infused oil
Spinach salad
Thursday: (We are going to do a picnic dinner. The dip recipes are new.)
Spinach Parmesan Dip
Red Pepper Walnut Dip
Whole wheat tortillas
Veggies
Cheese
Mixed Bean Salad
Friday:
Since our anniversary (6 years!) is Wednesday (7/23) and my birthday is Sunday (7/28), we are going to Tajine Alami to eat great food and watch belly dancers :-)
Jenn's Menu Week of 7/21
I put together a menu quickly this week so it's not too exciting! Also, some menus from last week b/c we went out instead.
Monday:
Chicken sausage (sun-dried tomato)
Baked beans
Veggies (not sure what yet)
Tuesday:
Tortellini Pepperoncini Salad
Wednesday:
Pork tenderloin (peppered)
Whole grain rice
Bodacious Broc Salad (recipe in last week's post)
Thursday:
Egg Salad BLTs (minus bacon)
Fruit Salad
Friday:
Bison burgers
Sweet potato fries
Grilled Corn on the Cob
Watermelon
Saturday:
Pizza?
Sunday:
Out after baseball game
Monday:
Chicken sausage (sun-dried tomato)
Baked beans
Veggies (not sure what yet)
Tuesday:
Tortellini Pepperoncini Salad
Wednesday:
Pork tenderloin (peppered)
Whole grain rice
Bodacious Broc Salad (recipe in last week's post)
Thursday:
Egg Salad BLTs (minus bacon)
Fruit Salad
Friday:
Bison burgers
Sweet potato fries
Grilled Corn on the Cob
Watermelon
Saturday:
Pizza?
Sunday:
Out after baseball game
Monday, July 14, 2008
Scheri's week of 7/14
I'm being inspired by Jenn and trying some new recipes, including a couple from Jenn! Here we go:
Monday: (it is 4:30 and I'm still deciding what to make for dinner tonight. I'll update later :-) )
We did decide on dinner :-) We made chana masala, parathas, cucumber salad and blueberries/strawberries.
Tuesday:
Parmesan & Spinach Couscous
Grilled Asparagus w/ lemon & garlic
Stuffed Zucchini w/ potatoes & corn (I plan on grilling it) - We enjoyed these. Cooking them on the grill adds that grilled flavor which we love, so I would recommend doing that.
Wednesday:
Jenn's Tortellini Pepperoncini Salad - Very yummy! I could have sworn I had pepperoncinis in the fridge, but we didn't, so I used .25c jalapeños, diced. Turned out great!
Thursday:
Chopped veggie salad w/ watermelon & feta
Spiced Black Bean Burgers (It's been a long time since I've made our own burgers, so we'll see how it goes.)
Sweet potato fries
Friday:
Black Bean Tamales (As much as I was craving them, I didn't get time to make them last week!)
Mexican slaw (Jenn's recipe)
Chips & Salsa
Saturday:
Out - Harsha and the kids are going to a friends and I will be in Boulder.
Monday: (it is 4:30 and I'm still deciding what to make for dinner tonight. I'll update later :-) )
We did decide on dinner :-) We made chana masala, parathas, cucumber salad and blueberries/strawberries.
Tuesday:
Parmesan & Spinach Couscous
Grilled Asparagus w/ lemon & garlic
Stuffed Zucchini w/ potatoes & corn (I plan on grilling it) - We enjoyed these. Cooking them on the grill adds that grilled flavor which we love, so I would recommend doing that.
Wednesday:
Jenn's Tortellini Pepperoncini Salad - Very yummy! I could have sworn I had pepperoncinis in the fridge, but we didn't, so I used .25c jalapeños, diced. Turned out great!
Thursday:
Chopped veggie salad w/ watermelon & feta
Spiced Black Bean Burgers (It's been a long time since I've made our own burgers, so we'll see how it goes.)
Sweet potato fries
Friday:
Black Bean Tamales (As much as I was craving them, I didn't get time to make them last week!)
Mexican slaw (Jenn's recipe)
Chips & Salsa
Saturday:
Out - Harsha and the kids are going to a friends and I will be in Boulder.
Jenn's Week of 7/14
I'm hoping to try some new recipes this week since it's a little less hectic week. I'll keep it easy on the days Guy is gone though :)
Monday:
Marinated Grilled Chicken Breast with Watermelon-Jalapeno Salsa
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=1646397
Mixed green salad w/sunflower seeds, red peppers, cucumber
Garlic bread
Tuesday:
Quesadillas w/peppers, onions, mushrooms
Black beans
Wednesday:
Spaghetti w/turkey meatballs
Salad
Thursday:
Egg Salad BLTs (minus the bacon)
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=1599625
Sweet potato fries (sweet potatoes sliced and baked w/olive oil and salt to taste
Friday:
Pork tenderloin
Bodacious broccoli salad (minus bacon)
http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Bodacious-Broccoli-Salad/Detail.aspx
Ranch potatoes
Saturday:
Pizza
Sunday:
Stuffed Flank steak
Baked Asparagus w/tarragon
Leftover ranch potatoes or garlic bread
Monday:
Marinated Grilled Chicken Breast with Watermelon-Jalapeno Salsa
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=1646397
Mixed green salad w/sunflower seeds, red peppers, cucumber
Garlic bread
Tuesday:
Quesadillas w/peppers, onions, mushrooms
Black beans
Wednesday:
Spaghetti w/turkey meatballs
Salad
Thursday:
Egg Salad BLTs (minus the bacon)
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=1599625
Sweet potato fries (sweet potatoes sliced and baked w/olive oil and salt to taste
Friday:
Pork tenderloin
Bodacious broccoli salad (minus bacon)
http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Bodacious-Broccoli-Salad/Detail.aspx
Ranch potatoes
Saturday:
Pizza
Sunday:
Stuffed Flank steak
Baked Asparagus w/tarragon
Leftover ranch potatoes or garlic bread
Monday, July 7, 2008
Scheri's Week of 7/7
This week is supposed to be a little cooler, but I thought I'd share a recipe for Mint Lemonade with you all anyway. The kids and I drank so much of this last week. It's great for hot days.
We aren't nearly as busy this week, however I will have those pre race jitters to contend with. I always feel a little more frazzled than I should be the week before a race. I am having lots of cravings, so the menu is full of those wonderful foods I love eating. Here is what we have planned:
Monday:
Red bean stew
Jello (Ella really wants jello, so we'll be having that for dessert, yummy,ha!)
Tuesday:
Black bean tamales (I've been craving these for a week!)
Jenn's Mexican slaw
Chips & salsa
Wednesday:
Ratatouille
Green salad
Thursday:
Baked Polenta w/ marinara sauce
Steamed carrots, broccoli, and zucchini
Friday:
Vegetable stir fry (mixed fresh vegetables w/ soy sauce, ginger, srirachi, garlic & 1 lime, served over steamed rice)
Saturday:
Baked Ziti
Garlic bread
We aren't nearly as busy this week, however I will have those pre race jitters to contend with. I always feel a little more frazzled than I should be the week before a race. I am having lots of cravings, so the menu is full of those wonderful foods I love eating. Here is what we have planned:
Monday:
Red bean stew
Jello (Ella really wants jello, so we'll be having that for dessert, yummy,ha!)
Tuesday:
Black bean tamales (I've been craving these for a week!)
Jenn's Mexican slaw
Chips & salsa
Wednesday:
Ratatouille
Green salad
Thursday:
Baked Polenta w/ marinara sauce
Steamed carrots, broccoli, and zucchini
Friday:
Vegetable stir fry (mixed fresh vegetables w/ soy sauce, ginger, srirachi, garlic & 1 lime, served over steamed rice)
Saturday:
Baked Ziti
Garlic bread
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Jenn's Week of 6/30
Hello! We have company coming on the 2nd so I'm doing some favorite, easy standbys.
Monday:
Pork Tenderloin
Southwestern Potato Salad (leftover from Addy's bday)
Garlic Bread
Tuesday:
Tortellini Peperoncini Salad
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=1036181
Wednesday:
Honey-chipotle chicken sandwiches
Cucumber relish
Ranch potatoes
Watermelon
Thursday: 0ut
Friday:
Hamb/hot dogs (kids)
Grilled corn on the cob
Cheesy potatoes
Saturday:
Chicken Enchiladas
Taco Salad
Chips and salsa
Sunday:
Brother's house for dinner
Monday:
Pork Tenderloin
Southwestern Potato Salad (leftover from Addy's bday)
Garlic Bread
Tuesday:
Tortellini Peperoncini Salad
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=1036181
Wednesday:
Honey-chipotle chicken sandwiches
Cucumber relish
Ranch potatoes
Watermelon
Thursday: 0ut
Friday:
Hamb/hot dogs (kids)
Grilled corn on the cob
Cheesy potatoes
Saturday:
Chicken Enchiladas
Taco Salad
Chips and salsa
Sunday:
Brother's house for dinner
Monday, June 30, 2008
Scheri's Week of 6/30
I can't believe it is already July! I know everyone is crazy busy with vacationing, but we are actually going to be home almost all month! YAY!!! That hasn't happened for a while, so I'm excited. We have a fun menu this week. A few repeats, but goodies. Here we go:
Monday:
Green salad w/ tomatoes & red bell peppers
Spicy Carrot & Dhal soup
Tuesday:
Grilled stuffed bell peppers - Cook 1 cup wild rice. Meanwhile, saute carrots, zucchini, onion, and garlic. Add the cooked rice. Mix in some feta cheese (I like the sundried tomato variety). Stuff mixture into red bell peppers and cook on grill until pepper is soft.
Wednesday:
Dinner is up in the air. I think Harsha might meet me somewhere. I have a hair appt at 2:30 (the cut was last week and the color this week) and he has a meeting at 6:30, so there won't be much time... Regardless, we'll plan on eating out.
Thursday:
Balsamic Bean Dip w/ pita bread & veggies (For the recipe - I use 1tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp sun dried tomato pesto and about 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar)
Gazpacho (For this recipe, I use spicy V8 and use chili sauce rather than hot pepper sauce)
Friday:
Veggie Burgers w/ grilled onion, guac, lettuce & tomato
Grilled Corn on the cob
Grilled Veggies: sweet potatoes, red bell peppers, carrots & zucchini. I cook them on foil on the grill w/ a tomato sauce - Spicy V8, Chili sauce, soy, garlic & ginger
Saturday:
Ella's princess slumber party! We'll be making a variety of finger sandwiches:
Cucumber Mint Tea Sandwiches
Carrot Raisin Tea Sandwiches
Banana Honey Tea Sandwiches (bananas, honey, squeeze lemon juice on sweet bread - probably raisin)
Pineapple Tea Sandwiches
Blueberry Scones
Devonshire Cream
Variety of fruits & veggies
And of course, the tea.
And for dessert, the girls will be having chocolate fondue with cheesecake, pound cake, pineapple, banana, strawberry, and whatever other fruit I can think up :-) It is going to be a blast!!!
Monday:
Green salad w/ tomatoes & red bell peppers
Spicy Carrot & Dhal soup
Tuesday:
Grilled stuffed bell peppers - Cook 1 cup wild rice. Meanwhile, saute carrots, zucchini, onion, and garlic. Add the cooked rice. Mix in some feta cheese (I like the sundried tomato variety). Stuff mixture into red bell peppers and cook on grill until pepper is soft.
Wednesday:
Dinner is up in the air. I think Harsha might meet me somewhere. I have a hair appt at 2:30 (the cut was last week and the color this week) and he has a meeting at 6:30, so there won't be much time... Regardless, we'll plan on eating out.
Thursday:
Balsamic Bean Dip w/ pita bread & veggies (For the recipe - I use 1tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp sun dried tomato pesto and about 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar)
Gazpacho (For this recipe, I use spicy V8 and use chili sauce rather than hot pepper sauce)
Friday:
Veggie Burgers w/ grilled onion, guac, lettuce & tomato
Grilled Corn on the cob
Grilled Veggies: sweet potatoes, red bell peppers, carrots & zucchini. I cook them on foil on the grill w/ a tomato sauce - Spicy V8, Chili sauce, soy, garlic & ginger
Saturday:
Ella's princess slumber party! We'll be making a variety of finger sandwiches:
Cucumber Mint Tea Sandwiches
Carrot Raisin Tea Sandwiches
Banana Honey Tea Sandwiches (bananas, honey, squeeze lemon juice on sweet bread - probably raisin)
Pineapple Tea Sandwiches
Blueberry Scones
Devonshire Cream
Variety of fruits & veggies
And of course, the tea.
And for dessert, the girls will be having chocolate fondue with cheesecake, pound cake, pineapple, banana, strawberry, and whatever other fruit I can think up :-) It is going to be a blast!!!
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Jenn's Menu Week of 6/23
We do not have a great menu planned for the week. I hope to have a nice menu planned next week - Guy is home for the week and we have guests coming on Wednesday!!
Monday: taking Guy's dad out for his birthday
Tuesday: hamburgers, corn, salad
Wednesday: picnic dinner at park - probably chicken pasta salad
Thursday: spaghetti and salad
Friday: Guy and I going out
Saturday: Birthday party dinner
- Hamb/brats/hot dogs
- baked beans
- fruit salad
- potato salad
- some other salad???
Sunday:
- pork tenderloin
- bodatious broccolli salad
- leftover baked beans/tator tots
Monday: taking Guy's dad out for his birthday
Tuesday: hamburgers, corn, salad
Wednesday: picnic dinner at park - probably chicken pasta salad
Thursday: spaghetti and salad
Friday: Guy and I going out
Saturday: Birthday party dinner
- Hamb/brats/hot dogs
- baked beans
- fruit salad
- potato salad
- some other salad???
Sunday:
- pork tenderloin
- bodatious broccolli salad
- leftover baked beans/tator tots
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Scheri's week of 6/23
I am finally getting back into the swing of things around the house. So far, our summer is busier than ever! I don't have any new recipes planned for the week. I'm so excited to have lots of fresh tomatoes again! I think we'll be eating tomatoes with everything on the menu.
Monday:
Chips & salsa
Gazpacho dip
Black bean & corn enchiladas
Tuesday:
Salad w/ blue cheese, tomatoes, red bell peppers, potatoes & avocado
Grilled corn
Wednesday:
Lettuce Wraps
Wild rice w/ veggies & nuts
Thursday:
Pasta w/ veggies and pesto
Friday:
Going out to eat before heading up to Georgetown
Monday:
Chips & salsa
Gazpacho dip
Black bean & corn enchiladas
Tuesday:
Salad w/ blue cheese, tomatoes, red bell peppers, potatoes & avocado
Grilled corn
Wednesday:
Lettuce Wraps
Wild rice w/ veggies & nuts
Thursday:
Pasta w/ veggies and pesto
Friday:
Going out to eat before heading up to Georgetown
Monday, June 16, 2008
Jenn's Weekly Menu 6/16
We are finally back from our wonderful vacations! It's going to be an easy cooking week. Here's my menu....
Monday:
BLT (turkey bacon) sandwiches w/basil aioli spread
Salad w/cucumbers, garbanzo beans and cheese
Basil Aioli: 1/2 cup reduced fat mayonnaise, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, 1 small garlic clove minced, 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Tuesday:
Chicken caesar salad
Wednesday:
Spaghetti w/garlic bread
Thursday:
Cheese and red pepper quesadillas
Scheri's Sante Fe Salad (chopped romaine w/ black beans, corn, tomatoes, diced chilies)
Friday:
Out to Amanda's Fonda w/family
Saturday:
Grilled BBQ ribs
Grilled corn on the cob
Ranch potatoes (marinate chopped red potatoes in olive oil and dry ranch dressing packet and cook in oven on cookie sheet at 400 for about 30 minutes)
Sunday:
Movie night w/pizza
Monday:
BLT (turkey bacon) sandwiches w/basil aioli spread
Salad w/cucumbers, garbanzo beans and cheese
Basil Aioli: 1/2 cup reduced fat mayonnaise, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, 1 small garlic clove minced, 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Tuesday:
Chicken caesar salad
Wednesday:
Spaghetti w/garlic bread
Thursday:
Cheese and red pepper quesadillas
Scheri's Sante Fe Salad (chopped romaine w/ black beans, corn, tomatoes, diced chilies)
Friday:
Out to Amanda's Fonda w/family
Saturday:
Grilled BBQ ribs
Grilled corn on the cob
Ranch potatoes (marinate chopped red potatoes in olive oil and dry ranch dressing packet and cook in oven on cookie sheet at 400 for about 30 minutes)
Sunday:
Movie night w/pizza
Monday, June 2, 2008
Scheri's Week of 6/2
I'm not very inspired this week. We had no food in the house last night, so we had pancakes, fruit and hash browns for dinner. The kids loved it, so no complaints. I just haven't had any great ideas... I did go grocery shopping this morning and bought a ton of food, so hopefully this week looks better than I feel about it... I do have a huge craving for salads, so there will be lots of those!
Monday:
Baked potatoes w/ cheese, sour cream & salsa
Salad (lettuce w/ green beans, cucumbers, tomatoes, garbanzo beans, blue cheese)
Tuesday:
Margaritas (yes, we are planning drinks in middle of the week!)
Cheese & Black bean Quesadillas
Sante Fe Salad (chopped romaine w/ black beans, corn, tomatoes, diced chilies)
Wednesday:
Grilled Zucchini, Carrots & potatoes w/ butter & garlic
Bean Salad
Veggie Burgers (we buy the GardenBurger brand)
Thursday:
Mixed bean curry w/ Basmati rice
- 1 tsp oil
- 1 med onion, diced
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- .5 tsp minced ginger
- 3 cups beans (I'll use .5 c lentils, garbanzo beans & great northern)
- 2 diced tomatoes
- 1.5 cups broth
- 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp coriander, 1/8 tsp cayenne, .5 tsp turmeric, 1 tsp garam masala
Cook onions, garlic & ginger in oil until tender. Add beans, tomatoes & broth. Cook until lentils are soft, then add the spices.
Friday:
Lasagne
French Bread
Salad
Monday:
Baked potatoes w/ cheese, sour cream & salsa
Salad (lettuce w/ green beans, cucumbers, tomatoes, garbanzo beans, blue cheese)
Tuesday:
Margaritas (yes, we are planning drinks in middle of the week!)
Cheese & Black bean Quesadillas
Sante Fe Salad (chopped romaine w/ black beans, corn, tomatoes, diced chilies)
Wednesday:
Grilled Zucchini, Carrots & potatoes w/ butter & garlic
Bean Salad
Veggie Burgers (we buy the GardenBurger brand)
Thursday:
Mixed bean curry w/ Basmati rice
- 1 tsp oil
- 1 med onion, diced
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- .5 tsp minced ginger
- 3 cups beans (I'll use .5 c lentils, garbanzo beans & great northern)
- 2 diced tomatoes
- 1.5 cups broth
- 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp coriander, 1/8 tsp cayenne, .5 tsp turmeric, 1 tsp garam masala
Cook onions, garlic & ginger in oil until tender. Add beans, tomatoes & broth. Cook until lentils are soft, then add the spices.
Friday:
Lasagne
French Bread
Salad
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Scheri's week of 5/26
We made it back from our camping trip all in one piece :-) It was beautiful and I can't wait to go again in June. Anyway, since we were gone, I neglected to do my menu for the week. Mon, Tues & Wed, we did the usual camping type food. Starting tomorrow, we'll be back in the swing of things for normal cooking.
This is what I have planned for the rest of the week:
Thursday:
Pad Thai Noodles and veggies - we have left over Peanut Pad Thai sauce from Saturday, so I'll thin it and use on sauteed veggies & rice noodles.
Friday:
Black bean tacos
Mexican coleslaw
(we didn't get this one in last week, so it's a repeat)
This is what I have planned for the rest of the week:
Thursday:
Pad Thai Noodles and veggies - we have left over Peanut Pad Thai sauce from Saturday, so I'll thin it and use on sauteed veggies & rice noodles.
Friday:
Black bean tacos
Mexican coleslaw
(we didn't get this one in last week, so it's a repeat)
Monday, May 19, 2008
Recipe Website
Just thought I would share a website that I often look at for ideas. When I have an open day on my menu and am stumped, I'll browse through Chef Jeenas blog. I've made a few recipes and they were great. Here it is:
http://jeenaskitchen.blogspot.com/
And for presentation, I always like this site:
http://www.finedinings.com/
I like to make my food look pretty, plus they have some great recipes too :-)
http://jeenaskitchen.blogspot.com/
And for presentation, I always like this site:
http://www.finedinings.com/
I like to make my food look pretty, plus they have some great recipes too :-)
Birthday Party Menu
We decided to have a small dinner/cake gathering for Birthday #2 for Miles! I can't believe he is going to be two!! The original plan was to BBQ, but I changed my mind :-) This is what we have on the menu:
Thai Iced Tea
Mango Passion Cocktails (the kids will get alcohol free cocktails)
Lettuce Wraps
Edamame
Pad Thai Pizza
And Birthday cake - probably some type of coconut cake with choo choo trains :-)
The menu is supposed to be very easy! It all looks very easy, so we'll see... If I am stuck in the kitchen for longer than an hour, I'll have to nix something. Keeping my fingers crossed that it will all work out like I want it too :-) With Harsha as my sous chef, it should all go smoothly!
Thai Iced Tea
Mango Passion Cocktails (the kids will get alcohol free cocktails)
Lettuce Wraps
Edamame
Pad Thai Pizza
And Birthday cake - probably some type of coconut cake with choo choo trains :-)
The menu is supposed to be very easy! It all looks very easy, so we'll see... If I am stuck in the kitchen for longer than an hour, I'll have to nix something. Keeping my fingers crossed that it will all work out like I want it too :-) With Harsha as my sous chef, it should all go smoothly!
Jenn's Menu Week of 5/19
We have a fun filled week of school, soccer and birthday parties so I don't have a lot on the menu. Should be a great week w/not a lot of cooking :) We'll be out of town next week so I'm making a lot of casseroles for our family (since they are watching the kiddos) but probably won't have time to post everything. I'll check back in in June (wow!).
Monday:
Grilled Balsamic Chicken
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=1585276
Baked Asparagus w/Balsamic Butter Sauce
http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Baked-Asparagus-with-Balsamic-Butter-Sauce/Detail.aspx
Grilled Red potatoes w/rosemary
Tuesday:
Chicken salad sandwiches, fruit salad
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=604812
Wednesday:
Soccer Pizza Party
Thursday:
Spaghetti and salad
Friday:
Soccer Pizza Party
Saturday:
Birthday party
Sunday:
Birthday party
Monday:
Grilled Balsamic Chicken
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=1585276
Baked Asparagus w/Balsamic Butter Sauce
http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Baked-Asparagus-with-Balsamic-Butter-Sauce/Detail.aspx
Grilled Red potatoes w/rosemary
Tuesday:
Chicken salad sandwiches, fruit salad
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=604812
Wednesday:
Soccer Pizza Party
Thursday:
Spaghetti and salad
Friday:
Soccer Pizza Party
Saturday:
Birthday party
Sunday:
Birthday party
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Scheri's Week of 5/19
It feels so good to be home! We enjoyed some good food while on vacation, however it just isn't the same as our home cooking.
Monday:
Harsha is making an Indian curry of some kind :-)
Tuesday:
Veggie Wraps (hummus, cream cheese, onion, tomato, olives, lettuce, cashews, avocado)
Couscous Salad with Corn & Red Bell Pepper (new recipe)
Wednesday:
Linguine w/ veggie marinara
Garlic Bread
Thursday:
Wedge salad w/ tomatoes, red onion & blue cheese (pic has bacon)
Garbanzo & Tomato Soup
Friday:
Black Bean Tacos
Spanish Rice (I use brown rice and salsa)
Jenn's Mexican Coleslaw recipe
Chips & Salsa
Monday:
Harsha is making an Indian curry of some kind :-)
Tuesday:
Veggie Wraps (hummus, cream cheese, onion, tomato, olives, lettuce, cashews, avocado)
Couscous Salad with Corn & Red Bell Pepper (new recipe)
Wednesday:
Linguine w/ veggie marinara
Garlic Bread
Thursday:
Wedge salad w/ tomatoes, red onion & blue cheese (pic has bacon)
Garbanzo & Tomato SoupFriday:
Black Bean Tacos
Spanish Rice (I use brown rice and salsa)
Jenn's Mexican Coleslaw recipe
Chips & Salsa
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Valerie's week of 5/12
Note from last week: The falafel was good, but no comparison to the deep fried you can get in Manitou (but a lot healthier). I didn't like the Tahini sauce, but Rich did.
This week:
busy Monday: Burritos (bean and cheese) and corn
Tuesday: (Braden) Mac and Cheese w/steamed carrots and french bread. This one has been on the menu for 3 weeks now, finally Braden got his dinner!
Wed.: (Elana) Cheese tortellini, fruit salad, whole wheat french bread, and salad
Thurs: Oven fried chicken (breasts dipped in cracker crumbs, sprinkled with olive oil) and leftover mac and cheese with salad
Fri: (Devin) Tacos, fruit, carrot sticks
This week:
busy Monday: Burritos (bean and cheese) and corn
Tuesday: (Braden) Mac and Cheese w/steamed carrots and french bread. This one has been on the menu for 3 weeks now, finally Braden got his dinner!
Wed.: (Elana) Cheese tortellini, fruit salad, whole wheat french bread, and salad
Thurs: Oven fried chicken (breasts dipped in cracker crumbs, sprinkled with olive oil) and leftover mac and cheese with salad
Fri: (Devin) Tacos, fruit, carrot sticks
Monday, May 12, 2008
Banana Bread Recipe
So I was trying to figure out what to pack for airplane food and decided to make some banana bread. I've made this recipe in the past and enjoyed it, so here it is:
Banana Bread
I follow the recipe for the most part. I use the half applesauce/half oil modification. I also decrease the sugar to 3/4 c. and sprinkle natural sugar crystals on top of it. The kids really like having the sugar on top of the bread and you won't miss any sugar from within.
Banana Bread
I follow the recipe for the most part. I use the half applesauce/half oil modification. I also decrease the sugar to 3/4 c. and sprinkle natural sugar crystals on top of it. The kids really like having the sugar on top of the bread and you won't miss any sugar from within.
Scheri's Week of 5/12
I really don't have anything to post, but thought I'd check in anyway :) We leave for vacation tomorrow, so we'll be enjoying the Orlando cuisine. We are home tonight, however it will be pizza and packing. Have a wonderful week!
Jenn's Weekly Menu - 5/12
Monday: Kung Pao Chicken (didn't have last week)
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=1134086
Tuesday: Guy and I have meeting so kids will have something easy w/sitter
Wednesday: Spaghetti and salad
Thursday: Pasta Bean Toss
- 1 pound whole wheat pasta
- 1 med red onion chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 5 carrots chopped
- 2 c raw broc
- 12 plum tomatoes diced
- 2 tbsp worcestershire
- 2 tbsp basil
- 15 ounce can red kidney beans
- 15 ounce can white kidney beans
- 1/2 c parmesan cheese
Friday: Grilled turkey brats, cucumber relish (I will send this - sorry!), potatoes (mashed w/cheese, onions, milk, sour cream)
Saturday: Brother's house for dinner
Sunday: Pizza/out
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=1134086
Tuesday: Guy and I have meeting so kids will have something easy w/sitter
Wednesday: Spaghetti and salad
Thursday: Pasta Bean Toss
- 1 pound whole wheat pasta
- 1 med red onion chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 5 carrots chopped
- 2 c raw broc
- 12 plum tomatoes diced
- 2 tbsp worcestershire
- 2 tbsp basil
- 15 ounce can red kidney beans
- 15 ounce can white kidney beans
- 1/2 c parmesan cheese
Friday: Grilled turkey brats, cucumber relish (I will send this - sorry!), potatoes (mashed w/cheese, onions, milk, sour cream)
Saturday: Brother's house for dinner
Sunday: Pizza/out
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Terriyaki sauce/marinade from last week
1/2 c. soy sauce
1/2 c. sugar
1 1/2 T. red wine vinegar
2 tsp. veg. oil
1 clove minced garlic
1/4 tsp. ground ginger
I didn't follow the recipe exactly, so add more of what you like (I added 2 cloves of garlic) and enjoy! It was great on BBQ chicken and rice!
1/2 c. sugar
1 1/2 T. red wine vinegar
2 tsp. veg. oil
1 clove minced garlic
1/4 tsp. ground ginger
I didn't follow the recipe exactly, so add more of what you like (I added 2 cloves of garlic) and enjoy! It was great on BBQ chicken and rice!
Val's menu for week of 5/5
Sunday (Devin): Bowties with broccoli and french bread with butter.
Monday (Elana): Soft Tacos (No sides... no time... Dance after school, Landsharks running at 5:30, soccer at 6:45, swim team at 7:15!!!)
Tuesday: Thai peanut noodles
Wed. (Braden): Mac and cheese (didn't get it last week because he was sick!) with steam carrots. (Leftovers, too!)
Thurs.: Falafel with Tahini dressing (both are new recipes) and Tzatziki sauce (I use plain yogurt, garlic, shredded cucumbers, and I will experiment w/a little buttermilk. When I was in Germany, my Palestinian friend used a type of sour milk that is not available here... so, we'll see!)
Fri: Hopefully leftovers, otherwise pizza or something easy because I have a piano recital at my house at 7!
Monday (Elana): Soft Tacos (No sides... no time... Dance after school, Landsharks running at 5:30, soccer at 6:45, swim team at 7:15!!!)
Tuesday: Thai peanut noodles
Wed. (Braden): Mac and cheese (didn't get it last week because he was sick!) with steam carrots. (Leftovers, too!)
Thurs.: Falafel with Tahini dressing (both are new recipes) and Tzatziki sauce (I use plain yogurt, garlic, shredded cucumbers, and I will experiment w/a little buttermilk. When I was in Germany, my Palestinian friend used a type of sour milk that is not available here... so, we'll see!)
Fri: Hopefully leftovers, otherwise pizza or something easy because I have a piano recital at my house at 7!
Monday, May 5, 2008
Scheri's Menu for 5/5
We have a crazy busy week ahead of us. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, Harsha or I have evening appointments. And we have to get some shopping done for our trip to Orlando next week (I need a couple new swim suits - yay!) So with all that said, our menu isn't super exciting.
MONDAY:
Lentil & Tomato Soup
TUESDAY:
Veggie Burgers
Grilled Corn
Steamed Edamame
WEDNESDAY:
Steamed Artichoke Hearts w/ Lemon Butter dip
Parmesan & Spinach Risotto
THURSDAY:
Summer Corn Chowder (I use milk rather than half & half. I also had .5 tsp of cumin and .5 tsp of cayenne to add a little spice to it.)
Hard Rolls
FRIDAY:
Pani Puri - If you are wondering what it is, there is a description on Wikipedia that I thought was interesting. We buy a kit from the Indian Market that has the Puris and chutney mixes. We make the potato filling ourselves, so it is fresh. The kids love it and I have a few friends who are hooked on it too :-)
Cucumber Salad
We almost always go out on Saturday and I'm hoping Harsha will make dinner for us Sunday, since it is Mother's Day :)
MONDAY:
Lentil & Tomato Soup
TUESDAY:
Veggie Burgers
Grilled Corn
Steamed Edamame
WEDNESDAY:
Steamed Artichoke Hearts w/ Lemon Butter dip
Parmesan & Spinach Risotto
THURSDAY:
Summer Corn Chowder (I use milk rather than half & half. I also had .5 tsp of cumin and .5 tsp of cayenne to add a little spice to it.)
Hard Rolls
FRIDAY:
Pani Puri - If you are wondering what it is, there is a description on Wikipedia that I thought was interesting. We buy a kit from the Indian Market that has the Puris and chutney mixes. We make the potato filling ourselves, so it is fresh. The kids love it and I have a few friends who are hooked on it too :-)
Cucumber Salad
We almost always go out on Saturday and I'm hoping Harsha will make dinner for us Sunday, since it is Mother's Day :)
Jenn's Menu Week of 5/4
Guy is gone this week again so this will be an easy week! I also decided to try giving the kids a night to pick dinners like Val does - it's such a great idea!
Monday:
Chicken Piccata, caesar salad, garlic bread
Tuesday:
Asparagus and Ham Casserole
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=226485
Wednesday:
Lentil soup and corn bread (went out on Friday so missed this last week)
Thursday (Emma's choice):
Spaghetti and garlic bread
Friday:
Kung Pao Chicken
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=1134086
Saturday:
Out (Emma has 5:15pm soccer game)
Sunday (Mother's Day so hopefully I'm not cooking :)!)
Monday:
Chicken Piccata, caesar salad, garlic bread
Tuesday:
Asparagus and Ham Casserole
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=226485
Wednesday:
Lentil soup and corn bread (went out on Friday so missed this last week)
Thursday (Emma's choice):
Spaghetti and garlic bread
Friday:
Kung Pao Chicken
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=1134086
Saturday:
Out (Emma has 5:15pm soccer game)
Sunday (Mother's Day so hopefully I'm not cooking :)!)
Thursday, May 1, 2008
Valerie's week of 4/28
This week has got to be one of the most hectic weeks I've had in ages! I figured a late post is better that none at all, though!
Mon. Leftovers
Tues. Terriyaki chicken (BBQ) with rice and salad. (The terriyaki marinade/sauce is very good... but I don't have the recipe handy. I will post it later.)
Wed.(Devin's dinner): Pita bread pizza. I just make a quick pizza sauce w/tomato sauce, garlic, onion, oregano, basil, thyme and a pinch of brown sugar. Then, the kids make their own pizza with mozarella, cheddar and assorted toppings.
Thurs. (Elana's-- and she made it!): Salad and Mexican Pizza: Mash a can of black beans w/2 tsp oil, add garlic (I diced 2 small cloves for Elana), 1/4 tsp cumin, 1/4 tsp chili powder and mix well. Then add small can (I only had Elana add half, because the kids are picky) of diced green peppers and mix.
Spread the beans evenly on 4 (she did 5) tortillas and cover with another tortilla. Top w/salsa, mozarella cheese, onions and peppers. Bake at 400 for 15 min. Rich and I also added some guac. on top before serving.
Friday: (Braden): Mac and cheese w/brocc and carrots and salad for all but Braden.
Mon. Leftovers
Tues. Terriyaki chicken (BBQ) with rice and salad. (The terriyaki marinade/sauce is very good... but I don't have the recipe handy. I will post it later.)
Wed.(Devin's dinner): Pita bread pizza. I just make a quick pizza sauce w/tomato sauce, garlic, onion, oregano, basil, thyme and a pinch of brown sugar. Then, the kids make their own pizza with mozarella, cheddar and assorted toppings.
Thurs. (Elana's-- and she made it!): Salad and Mexican Pizza: Mash a can of black beans w/2 tsp oil, add garlic (I diced 2 small cloves for Elana), 1/4 tsp cumin, 1/4 tsp chili powder and mix well. Then add small can (I only had Elana add half, because the kids are picky) of diced green peppers and mix.
Spread the beans evenly on 4 (she did 5) tortillas and cover with another tortilla. Top w/salsa, mozarella cheese, onions and peppers. Bake at 400 for 15 min. Rich and I also added some guac. on top before serving.
Friday: (Braden): Mac and cheese w/brocc and carrots and salad for all but Braden.
Monday, April 28, 2008
Breakfast & Lunch Comment
We got a comment asking about Breakfast and Lunch. Ladies, please chime in and let us know about your routine. Here is mine:
Breakfast: It is always a quick meal for us, even during the weekends. We generally eat cereal (cheerios, raisin bran, or total), oatmeal w/ craisins, walnuts & honey, or cream of wheat w/ honey. We'll also eat whatever fruit we have in the house, sometimes some toast and OJ.
Lunch: Once again, it is not planned out. We do leftovers a lot, the kids like Pasta Roni w/ frozen veggies added in, or sandwiches (cream cheese & hummus, or Peanut Butter & Nutella or Jelly). We always have some type of veggie and fruit as well. The fruit and veggie selection depends on what we have in the house.
Snacks: If I am ravenous, I'll eat lots of popcorn :-) The kids also love popcorn, so it's one of our favorites. We do Goldfish Crackers sometimes, share a PBJ sandwich sometimes, trail mix sometimes... if I am motivated and have a little extra time, I'll make a bean dip & eat with veggies. We also do lots of fruits.
We are on the run so often, that our morning and afternoon meals are quick and easy. Even during the weekends, we don't spend much time on the daytime meals, just dinner. Harsha and I both enjoy cooking, so dinner is the time we enjoy our cooking and eating time together.
Breakfast: It is always a quick meal for us, even during the weekends. We generally eat cereal (cheerios, raisin bran, or total), oatmeal w/ craisins, walnuts & honey, or cream of wheat w/ honey. We'll also eat whatever fruit we have in the house, sometimes some toast and OJ.
Lunch: Once again, it is not planned out. We do leftovers a lot, the kids like Pasta Roni w/ frozen veggies added in, or sandwiches (cream cheese & hummus, or Peanut Butter & Nutella or Jelly). We always have some type of veggie and fruit as well. The fruit and veggie selection depends on what we have in the house.
Snacks: If I am ravenous, I'll eat lots of popcorn :-) The kids also love popcorn, so it's one of our favorites. We do Goldfish Crackers sometimes, share a PBJ sandwich sometimes, trail mix sometimes... if I am motivated and have a little extra time, I'll make a bean dip & eat with veggies. We also do lots of fruits.
We are on the run so often, that our morning and afternoon meals are quick and easy. Even during the weekends, we don't spend much time on the daytime meals, just dinner. Harsha and I both enjoy cooking, so dinner is the time we enjoy our cooking and eating time together.
Jenn's Weekly Menu - 4/28
I'm really enjoying our "blogs" and thank everyone for sharing their menus! It's giving me lots of ideas and keeping me creative :). The tostadas that I made last week (cooking light recipe) were really good (and would be fine w/o chicken but more veggies).
Monday: Spinach calzones w/blue cheese, greens with pears and avocado (Val's recipe)
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=223649
Tuesday: Black beans, corn and zuch enchiladas
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&enrid=41A7B614FB2E14AE0E48BD18B3C626203F0D35228CA89744DA08F6D63BE08B45&buddy_email=jgjacobucci%40comcast.net
Wednesday: Chicken Cobb Salad w/Summer Garden Squash Soup
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=1622509 http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=523425
Thursday: Lentil Soup (Scheri's recipe), corn bread
Friday: Hamburger, Corn on cob (if they have it), garlic fries (recipe below)
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=264290
Saturday: Family over – ribs/brisket/tri-tip??, cucumber salad, fresh potato salad, guac/salsa/chips
- will send my cucumber relish salad later..it's yummy and fun for summer!
Sunday: pizza
Monday: Spinach calzones w/blue cheese, greens with pears and avocado (Val's recipe)
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=223649
Tuesday: Black beans, corn and zuch enchiladas
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&enrid=41A7B614FB2E14AE0E48BD18B3C626203F0D35228CA89744DA08F6D63BE08B45&buddy_email=jgjacobucci%40comcast.net
Wednesday: Chicken Cobb Salad w/Summer Garden Squash Soup
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=1622509 http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=523425
Thursday: Lentil Soup (Scheri's recipe), corn bread
Friday: Hamburger, Corn on cob (if they have it), garlic fries (recipe below)
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=264290
Saturday: Family over – ribs/brisket/tri-tip??, cucumber salad, fresh potato salad, guac/salsa/chips
- will send my cucumber relish salad later..it's yummy and fun for summer!
Sunday: pizza
Sunday, April 27, 2008
Scheri's week of 4/28
So last week was kind of a bust for us. I thought the weather was going to be super nice, so I planned for a warm weather menu. Since the weather wasn't nearly as nice as expected, we ended up eating red bean stew, minestrone soup, lasagna, and going out to eat. We'll see how it goes this week.
Over the weekend, we tried Jenn's potato salad recipe and it was very, very good. We also tried the hummus recipe that was included in the article about Doctor's eating better. At first, it didn't taste well blended, but after it sat for an hour or so, the flavors blended together and it tasted great!
Here goes for this week:
MONDAY:
Black Bean Soup w/ rice, chips & salsa (our weakness is chips & salsa, so we eat a lot of it!)
- Grill 2 tomatoes, 1 onion, 1 pasilla pepper, and 1 jalepeno until soft.
- Blend the grilled veggies, with 2 tsp ground cumin, 2 tsp coriander, 1.5 c. Black Beans.
- Add the blended mixture to 4 cups broth & 2 c black beans. Salt to taste.
TUESDAY: I have a sitter Tuesday afternoons, so I will cook the pasta, cut the veggies and prepare the salad in the afternoon. Harsha will cook & put it all together when he gets home. I've found that it helps him tremendously if the majority of the prep work is done.
Veggies w/ Penne and Pesto:
- Ingredients: 1 med onion, 1 clove garlic minced, .5c chopped carrots, 1 med zucchini chopped, 1 bell pepper chopped, 1 Tbsp olive oil, 2 Tbsp Pesto sauce (until I can pick the herbs from my garden, I use the store bought Pesto sauce), cooked Penne, parmesan.
- In large pan, cook veggies w/ Olive oil until soft. Add the pesto sauce, pasta and about .25c of the water from cooked pasta. Serve w/ Parmesan
Spinach Salad w/ mandarine oranges, roasted almonds, and raspberry vinagrette
WEDNESDAY:
Baked Potatoes w/ chives & sour cream
Whole Wheat Tortillas w/ Hummus (left over from Sunday evening)
Herb Grilled Tomatoes (Jenn gave me this recipe last year)
- Ingredients: 1 Tbsp Olive Oil, 1 Tbsp Balsamic Vinegar, 1 garlic clove, minced, 1 tsp basil, minced, salt, pepper, 4 tomatoes, 1 Tbsp Parmesan
- Combine first six ingredients to create the marinade. Cut tomatoes in half. Add tomatoes to marinade & coat on all sides. Place tomatoes on the grill, turning often, until begin to soften and brown. Remove from grill and top with Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
THURSDAY:
Vegetable Pot Pie/Shepherds Pie
- Ingredients: 2 sweet potatoes, 1 Tbsp Butter, 1 onion, 1 tsp, 3 Tbsp Flour, 1 tsp garlic, 1 tsp parsley, 3 c mixed veggies (fresh assortment chopped or frozen - either tastes great), 3 c vegetable broth, 1 sheet thawed puff pastry dough
- Boil potatoes, then mash w/ butter. Layer in medium casserole dish.
- Saute onions in butter until soft. Add flour and cook for about a minute. Add broth, garlic, parsley and veggies. Cook until thick and veggies are softened. Pour on top of potatoes in casserole dish.
- Place the puff pastry on top of the veggie mixture and cook in the oven on 350 until pastry is golden.
Fruit Salad (whatever fruits I have with a touch of honey & lime)
FRIDAY: Harsha is going up to Buena Vista, so it is just the kids and I. I think I will probably do something real simple like mac n cheese w/ steamed veggies. Nothing too fancy for the three of us :-)
Have a great week!!
Over the weekend, we tried Jenn's potato salad recipe and it was very, very good. We also tried the hummus recipe that was included in the article about Doctor's eating better. At first, it didn't taste well blended, but after it sat for an hour or so, the flavors blended together and it tasted great!
Here goes for this week:
MONDAY:
Black Bean Soup w/ rice, chips & salsa (our weakness is chips & salsa, so we eat a lot of it!)
- Grill 2 tomatoes, 1 onion, 1 pasilla pepper, and 1 jalepeno until soft.
- Blend the grilled veggies, with 2 tsp ground cumin, 2 tsp coriander, 1.5 c. Black Beans.
- Add the blended mixture to 4 cups broth & 2 c black beans. Salt to taste.
TUESDAY: I have a sitter Tuesday afternoons, so I will cook the pasta, cut the veggies and prepare the salad in the afternoon. Harsha will cook & put it all together when he gets home. I've found that it helps him tremendously if the majority of the prep work is done.
Veggies w/ Penne and Pesto:
- Ingredients: 1 med onion, 1 clove garlic minced, .5c chopped carrots, 1 med zucchini chopped, 1 bell pepper chopped, 1 Tbsp olive oil, 2 Tbsp Pesto sauce (until I can pick the herbs from my garden, I use the store bought Pesto sauce), cooked Penne, parmesan.
- In large pan, cook veggies w/ Olive oil until soft. Add the pesto sauce, pasta and about .25c of the water from cooked pasta. Serve w/ Parmesan
Spinach Salad w/ mandarine oranges, roasted almonds, and raspberry vinagrette
WEDNESDAY:
Baked Potatoes w/ chives & sour cream
Whole Wheat Tortillas w/ Hummus (left over from Sunday evening)
Herb Grilled Tomatoes (Jenn gave me this recipe last year)
- Ingredients: 1 Tbsp Olive Oil, 1 Tbsp Balsamic Vinegar, 1 garlic clove, minced, 1 tsp basil, minced, salt, pepper, 4 tomatoes, 1 Tbsp Parmesan
- Combine first six ingredients to create the marinade. Cut tomatoes in half. Add tomatoes to marinade & coat on all sides. Place tomatoes on the grill, turning often, until begin to soften and brown. Remove from grill and top with Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
THURSDAY:
Vegetable Pot Pie/Shepherds Pie
- Ingredients: 2 sweet potatoes, 1 Tbsp Butter, 1 onion, 1 tsp, 3 Tbsp Flour, 1 tsp garlic, 1 tsp parsley, 3 c mixed veggies (fresh assortment chopped or frozen - either tastes great), 3 c vegetable broth, 1 sheet thawed puff pastry dough
- Boil potatoes, then mash w/ butter. Layer in medium casserole dish.
- Saute onions in butter until soft. Add flour and cook for about a minute. Add broth, garlic, parsley and veggies. Cook until thick and veggies are softened. Pour on top of potatoes in casserole dish.
- Place the puff pastry on top of the veggie mixture and cook in the oven on 350 until pastry is golden.
Fruit Salad (whatever fruits I have with a touch of honey & lime)
FRIDAY: Harsha is going up to Buena Vista, so it is just the kids and I. I think I will probably do something real simple like mac n cheese w/ steamed veggies. Nothing too fancy for the three of us :-)
Have a great week!!
Thursday, April 24, 2008
Interesting Article
Doctors Get a Crash Course in Healthful Cooking
Harsha caught this on NPR while driving home, so I had to look it up and read it. I enjoyed it. A couple of the recipes on the side looked interesting. Anyway, thought I'd pass it along. Hope you all enjoy!Monday, April 21, 2008
Val's menu for week of 4/21
Monday- Scheri's lentil soup. This was on the menu last week, but I had to postpone it until Sunday.... and then we went out to dinner last night! But, I had already cooked it yesterday, and have to say it tastes great! I'm looking forward to having it for dinner tonight! Thanks Scheri!
Tuesday- (Devin's menu) Corndogs, carrot sticks, salad and fruit salad.
Does anyone know of good veggie corndogs? If not, I'll just buy the turkey ones I can find at Safeway.
Wed. Enchilada casserole with cornbread and salad (I'm preparing this meal double for a neighbor whose 6 year old daughter was hit by a car last weekend. I couldn't think of anything else to bring them, but if anyone has any good recipes they would recommend as a food gift, let me know.)
Thurs (Braden, 3): Spaghetti, french bread with steamed peas and carrots.
Fri.: (Elana's day... but she hasn't chosen yet, so...)BBQ - Turkey burgers and veggie burgers, grilled veggie (whatever I see that looks good at the store) and homemade potato chips and fries.
Sat.: Either leftovers or Pita Pizza (kids love to make their own). I provide pizza sauce (tomato sauce w/garlic, onion, basil, oregano, etc), cheese, turkey pepperoni, bell peppers, etc. Everyone makes their own!
Sunday, April 20, 2008
Scheri's week of 4/21
With the warmer weather, I'm having a tough time coming up with my menu. I don't want to be stuck in the kitchen, so I'm trying to find lots of quick recipes that don't require a lot of cooking. This is what I have for the week:
Monday:
Veggie Burgers (store bought)
Jenn's Potato Salad
Tuesday: (Harsha & the kids are having a picnic while I ride my bike)
Edamame and Carrot Salad w/ Rice Vinegar Dressing (New Recipe - I did read the reviews and they said to add ginger & use a hot pepper oil, so I'll be trying that.)
Pasta Salad (nothing fancy - Whole Wheat pasta, carrots, broccoli, (both cook a few minutes w/ pasta to soften), tomato, cheese, and Pesto Vinaigrette
Wednesday:
Lasagna (I make a vegetable marinara sauce, spinach, cottage cheese, and Parmesan) I have to deliver a meal for a lady in our MoMS Club, so I'm making two.
French Bread w/ olive oil & balsamic vinegar
Thursday:
Stuffed Bell Peppers (I have them in the freezer, but it's my wild rice & veggies inside the Bell Peppers, with some extra cheese on top. Cook on the grill until done.)
Spinach salad w/ walnuts & strawberries
Friday:
Zucchini boats (grill zucchini stuffed w/basil & sun dried tomato feta)
Grilled Corn on the cob
Mixed Bean Salad
Monday:
Veggie Burgers (store bought)
Jenn's Potato Salad
Tuesday: (Harsha & the kids are having a picnic while I ride my bike)
Edamame and Carrot Salad w/ Rice Vinegar Dressing (New Recipe - I did read the reviews and they said to add ginger & use a hot pepper oil, so I'll be trying that.)
Pasta Salad (nothing fancy - Whole Wheat pasta, carrots, broccoli, (both cook a few minutes w/ pasta to soften), tomato, cheese, and Pesto Vinaigrette
Wednesday:
Lasagna (I make a vegetable marinara sauce, spinach, cottage cheese, and Parmesan) I have to deliver a meal for a lady in our MoMS Club, so I'm making two.
French Bread w/ olive oil & balsamic vinegar
Thursday:
Stuffed Bell Peppers (I have them in the freezer, but it's my wild rice & veggies inside the Bell Peppers, with some extra cheese on top. Cook on the grill until done.)
Spinach salad w/ walnuts & strawberries
Friday:
Zucchini boats (grill zucchini stuffed w/basil & sun dried tomato feta)
Grilled Corn on the cob
Mixed Bean Salad
Coconut Cake
So Friday night, Harsha shredded an entire coconut for his coconut curry. There was a little over 1.5 cups left, so I did a search to figure out what I could make. I came upon this recipe for a Coconut Cake.
I made two modifications to the recipe: 1. used only 1 cup of sugar versus 1 1/3 cup. 2. I used the freshly grated coconut.
And to top it off, I made a dark chocolate sauce and topped it with roasted almonds. It turned out really well. The cake is very dense and rich. I liked the flavor better once the cake cooled. Harsha and the kids liked it warm. Fruit would be excellent on top of it too.
Saturday, April 19, 2008
Tracy's last week
Hi everyone,
I'm publishing my last week of meals, just so Connie won't feel so bad about her week. :) You can tell I'm a bachelorette. I don't cook alot but I do like homemade meals and fresh ingredients. And sorry, Scheri, but I eat a lot of meat. :)
Last Sunday: Rob took me out to the Loop mexican restaurant.
Monday: A bagel, leftover cauliflower, and leftover half can of Busch's Beans. Mmmmm.
Tuesday: Baked pork chops: Sprinkle dry stovetop stuffing on each side of the porkchops and bake them about 20 minutes at 400 degrees. The baking makes it one of the healthier ways to eat pork, and they're juicy and easy. Also, steamed asparagus and rolls.
Wednesday: Rob stole a salad for me from the Army cafeteria.
Thursday: An apple, oatmeal, cheese and crackers and chocolate chip cookies.
Friday: Macaroni and cheese.
Saturday: My Mom's Sicilian Spaghetti:
4 large tomatoes, cut into chunks
2 cans tuna
1 small can chopped olives
2 cups shredded mozzarella
1 pound (or less if you like sauce) angel hair pasta
Put the cut tomatoes in a saucepan with a little water and boil them lightly, they'll melt down into tomatoe-y sauce pretty quick. Add the tuna and chopped olives long enough to warm it all up. Pour over the angel hair pasta, then mix in the mozarella cheese. It's easy and all healthy ingredients. Then I cooked broccolli on the side.
The authentic Sicilian recipe uses anchovies instead of tuna but our family never had the courage to try that. :)
I'm publishing my last week of meals, just so Connie won't feel so bad about her week. :) You can tell I'm a bachelorette. I don't cook alot but I do like homemade meals and fresh ingredients. And sorry, Scheri, but I eat a lot of meat. :)
Last Sunday: Rob took me out to the Loop mexican restaurant.
Monday: A bagel, leftover cauliflower, and leftover half can of Busch's Beans. Mmmmm.
Tuesday: Baked pork chops: Sprinkle dry stovetop stuffing on each side of the porkchops and bake them about 20 minutes at 400 degrees. The baking makes it one of the healthier ways to eat pork, and they're juicy and easy. Also, steamed asparagus and rolls.
Wednesday: Rob stole a salad for me from the Army cafeteria.
Thursday: An apple, oatmeal, cheese and crackers and chocolate chip cookies.
Friday: Macaroni and cheese.
Saturday: My Mom's Sicilian Spaghetti:
4 large tomatoes, cut into chunks
2 cans tuna
1 small can chopped olives
2 cups shredded mozzarella
1 pound (or less if you like sauce) angel hair pasta
Put the cut tomatoes in a saucepan with a little water and boil them lightly, they'll melt down into tomatoe-y sauce pretty quick. Add the tuna and chopped olives long enough to warm it all up. Pour over the angel hair pasta, then mix in the mozarella cheese. It's easy and all healthy ingredients. Then I cooked broccolli on the side.
The authentic Sicilian recipe uses anchovies instead of tuna but our family never had the courage to try that. :)
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Jenn's week 4/21
Boring week ahead and I'm not getting crazy since Guy is gone through Friday :(
Monday: leftovers
Monday: leftovers
Tuesday: Chicken Divon
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 packages broccoli flowerets, frozen
- 2 cans cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup mayo
- 2 tsp sherry
- 1/2 tsp curry powder
- 1 cup sharp cheddar (shredded)
- 1/2 can bread crumbs
- boil chicken and shred. Place chicken and broccoli in bottom of 9x13 inch pan. In separate bowl, combine soup, mayo, sherry and curry powder. Pour over chicken and broccoli. Sprinkle w/cheese. Put bread crumbs on top and bake at 350 for 30-40 minutes.
- this is a very easy recipe that you can make ahead of time. Scheri - I think you may like this minus the chicken and using some other cream soup. The sauce is great and you probably won't miss much flavor by taking out the meat.
Wednesday: fish (TBD), caramelized carrots, long grain rice
Caramelized carrots: Combine 1 pound baby carrots, 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce, 2 teaspoons brown sugar, 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray; place in oven on rack below pork. Bake at 475° for 15 minutes or until tender, turning once.
Thursday: Caesar salad and baked potatoes (we skipped last week!)
Friday: out
Saturday: Chicken and summer vegetable tostadas, black beans&cumin, mexican cole slaw
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&enrid=0E6A929675ACEA8B0E48BD18B3C626203F0D35228CA89744DA08F6D63BE08B45&buddy_email=jgjacobucci%40comcast.net (new recipe...I'll let you know how it is!)
- cole slaw is 2 cups sliced cabbage, 1/2 c plum tomatoes, 1/3 c green onions, cilantro, 1 tbls lime juice, 1-2 tsp olive oil, touch of salt
Sunday: beer can chicken, napa cabbage salad (delicious!), foccacia bread
http://www.foodnetwork.com/food/recipes/recipe/0,1977,FOOD_9936_19397,00.html
http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Napa-Cabbage-Salad/Detail.aspx
Monday, April 14, 2008
Scheri's week of 4/14
We have a busy week, so our menu is simple. Here goes:
Monday: Wild Rice & Veggies
Cook the rice (I use Lundberg Wild Rice). Saute veggies, then mix in the rice, add chopped almonds, parsley & feta cheese.
Tuesday: Baked Zitti
I make a simple marinara w/ veggies, then mix the pasta w/ the sauce & cottage cheese. Top with Parmesan and bake for 25 minutes.
Wednesday: Black Bean, Spinach & Corn Enchiladas, Chips & Salsa and Margaritas
For the enchilada sauce, I use grilled tomatoes, onions, & peppers - blend w/ a little chili pepper, coriander, cumin, and garlic salt.
Thursday: Couscous, grilled veggies, Blue Moose Sun dried Tomato & Walnut Hummus w/ Whole Wheat tortillas.
Couscous: I cook w/ a little broth, parsley and add spinach & Parmesan when done cooking.
Grilled Veggies: sweet potatoes, red bell peppers, carrots & zucchini. I cook them on foil on the grill w/ a tomato sauce - Spicy V8, Chili sauce, soy, garlic & ginger
Friday: Harsha is making vegetable coconut curry w/ basmati rice & parathas. I'll try to get him to write down how he makes it.
Monday: Wild Rice & Veggies
Cook the rice (I use Lundberg Wild Rice). Saute veggies, then mix in the rice, add chopped almonds, parsley & feta cheese.
Tuesday: Baked Zitti
I make a simple marinara w/ veggies, then mix the pasta w/ the sauce & cottage cheese. Top with Parmesan and bake for 25 minutes.
Wednesday: Black Bean, Spinach & Corn Enchiladas, Chips & Salsa and Margaritas
For the enchilada sauce, I use grilled tomatoes, onions, & peppers - blend w/ a little chili pepper, coriander, cumin, and garlic salt.
Thursday: Couscous, grilled veggies, Blue Moose Sun dried Tomato & Walnut Hummus w/ Whole Wheat tortillas.
Couscous: I cook w/ a little broth, parsley and add spinach & Parmesan when done cooking.
Grilled Veggies: sweet potatoes, red bell peppers, carrots & zucchini. I cook them on foil on the grill w/ a tomato sauce - Spicy V8, Chili sauce, soy, garlic & ginger
Friday: Harsha is making vegetable coconut curry w/ basmati rice & parathas. I'll try to get him to write down how he makes it.
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