Monday Menu

Today I am thankful for food. We never go hungry and eat three meals a day and also get to have snacks throughout the day as well. Not to mention clean water to drink. I know this could be debated but for the most part our water will not kill us to drink. I decided that I need to write out my meals planned for this week because I like being able to look back and see what we have eaten. There are only two days that I know for sure what we are eating because I work those days and need meals that can be done before hand or crock pot cooked :) Our meals for this week are: Tonight we will probably have some gluten free pasta and salad, Tue (I work) we are having Turkey meatloaf and green beans, Wed is church dinner, Friday is beef stew, other meals this week are sausage, potato and kale soup and chicken stir fry, and sausage zucchini bake. I will say one of these meals will probably get eaten next Monday because Sundays are usually breakfast for dinner! I am very excited about making my own turkey sausage for the two sausage meals. I hope they taste good and I can keep making my own because it is cheaper and healthier!!! I'll let you know how it goes...

This weather! And my menu

It has been absolutely crazy here. We have gone from 50 degree weather to 90! Then in a few days it is suppose to be in the 60's. A few minutes ago it just hailed here for 5 minutes. So strange. Here is a list of the meals I have planned out...
noodles and sauce
shrimp
chicken
stuffed hamburgers
breakfast type food (that is always a hit for some reason and so cheap!)
out to eat at Chipotle I have gift cards
roasted chicken salad (it has grilled zucchini and onions in it...yummy)

Menu Mon-Wed

I go shopping on Wednesday and so I have decided that I am going to start listing the meals I have planned for the week because I don't always make them on the day I have planned too. Sometimes it rains on the days we are suppose to grill and so I made something different.
Monday we had Fish on the grill with brown rice and Tuesday was Pub Burgers on the grill with salad and chips. The next 6 meals are as follows...
chicken on the grill,
lasagna,
chili,
pancakes with fruit toppings,
fish on the grill,
and hotdogs/brats on the grill.
Each of these meals with have a side or two with them. This should get me to next week Wednesday when I go shopping again!!!

Menu Monday

Monday: Jason's Deli (we had errands to run and no time to cook)
Tuesday: Homemade Chipotle YUM
Wednesday: Beef Sandwiches at church
Thursday: Pizza Casserole (so easy to make and a big crowd pleaser)
Friday: Asparagus Soup with Sourdough bread
Saturday: Chicken Salad
Sunday: Breakfast food

I really need to get back into the habit of making menus!

Seriously?!?

Wednesday nights Jeff is usually gone working with our junior high group at church. Most Wednesday nights I have friends lined up to come over and hang out while he is gone. For some reason I had a complete mental block that he was leaving last night so I didn't have anyone here to keep me company. Instead of being upset I decided that the kids and I would take a bike ride to the park. They wanted to go to the old neighborhood first and see some friends. Since we left right after dinner we had plenty of time to do both. We got the our old block and NO ONE was home, at first. Then Patti came out and we talked to her for a short time because she had a softball game she needed to get too. She just recently bought a trampoline and told me that the kids could jump on it. After she left I let the kids jump for a good amount of time. Then we were getting ready to go to the park. Monkey rode down to our old house, he wanted to climb the front tree. I went to get him and the guy who bought Jack's old house (our grandparent-like neighbors who passed away not too long ago) came home. I had heard he did a lot of updating to the house. I asked if I could see all that he had done. He isn't living there yet because the house still has more work to be done on it. As we walked to the door, GG found one of Marilyn's decorated rocks. She picked it up and just started bawling. The guy let her keep the rock, which made her day. The door that we went in is right next to our old swingset. The kids of course ran to it. Even though I told them not to. With in 30 seconds Monkey was screaming and crying because he got stung by a wasp. I told the kids not to play on it. What do you know, my little strong-willed stubborn Peanut didn't listen. Next thing I know she is screaming and crying. I run over to her and pick her up. I'm so surprised I didn't get stung. She had a wasp hanging from her arm. I shook it off. I saw 2 stings right away and I iced them. Once I got her somewhat calmed down I put her on the ground and looked the rest of her body over. She had 2 more stings on the other side of her arm. We were on bikes and I didn't bring my cell because I figured we probably won't need it but good ole Murphy's Law went into effect. The fire department isn't too far from the old house so we rode over there and had the Paramedics take a look at both the kids. We now know that neither one of them are allergic to bee stings. What a junky way to find that out! I think Peanut will be scared of any flying bugs for a very long time. I just still can't believe she didn't listen to me right after her brother got stung. I should of just picked her up and brought her into the house and not given her a choice. But I didn't and maybe this will be the life lesson that teaches her that "um maybe I should obey mom, she's got my back"

As I type this Red walks into my room on a day that is suppose to be 91 with a long sleeve shirt asking if he can wear it because he is really cold. Yeah, I have the air set at 78, it's NOT cold in here.

Other than that I have been bad at writing out our menus for the time we have lived in this house. I have made 3 new recipes. Fire roasted Chicken Salad (Everyone LOVED), Stuffed Acorn Squash, (it was ok) and last night I made Rolled Eggplant, Jeff LOVED it, I thought it was pretty good, the kids did not like it one bit, it was a little too spicy for me but not too bad.

Menu May 17th - 23rd

Monday: We celebrated Red's birthday at Photo's (his choice)
Tuesday: Baked Chicken with mashed potatoes and strawberries and blackberries
Wednesday: Chili Rubbed Beef with salad and apples with dipping sauce
Thursday: Spinach Patties, brown rice and mashed potatoes
Friday: kids big ole party (Pizza)
Saturday: The kids and sitters are going to have the leftover Pizza and J and I are going on a date!!!
Sunday: breakfast foods

Menu May 10 - 16

Monday: Pizza (this was a treat)
Tuesday: Rutabagas and Mixed Veggies
Wednesday: Pancakes with homemade apple butter and strawberry/blueberry blend (Jeff's special sauce as he calls it!)
Thursday: going out (the kids have a concert at school)
Friday: Boneless Garlic Chicken with a salad
Saturday: Herbed-seasoned Turkey Patties
Sunday: Chili Rubbed Grilled Beef with fruit

Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday are new recipes!

Menu May 3 - 9

Monday: Red Pepper and Broccoli Saute and Creamed Spinach with fruit
Tuesday: Turkey and Spinach Patties with salad
Wednesday: Roasted Chicken with Rosemary and mashed potatoes
Thursday: Fish and brown rice
Friday: Italian Roast and Vegetables with mashed potatoes
Saturday: Chicken Stir Fry with fruit
Sunday: Mother's Day (We're going out!)

Menu April 26 - May 2

Monday: Asparagus Soup with sourdough bread
Tuesday: Stuffed Peppers and brown rice
Wednesday: Church (pizza) this is the last Awana night
Thursday: Spinach and brussel sprouts casserole
Friday: Chicken Chili
Saturday: J is doing (GG and I will be gone)
Sunday: Fish and brown rice

Menu April 19-25

Two nights we ate out, one with my dad and the other with my mom. Very rare week.
Monday: Shrimp Scampi with brown rice noodles (didn't get around to that last week)
Tuesday: Beef Stroganoff and fruit smoothies.
Wednesday: Church (Beef Sandwiches)
Thursday: Italian Vegetable Medley with quinoa
Friday: Grilled Steak with Rosemary and mashed potatoes
Saturday: Baked Breakfast (egg dish)
Sunday: Grilled Chicken with Basil

This week we are trying two new recipes Friday and Sunday...

Menu April 5 - 11

Last week we didn't get to two of the meals for various reasons so they are going to be back on this week since I already have the stuff for them.

Monday: Turkey Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, and fruit salad.
Tuesday: Asparagus Soup with sourdough bread and fruit.
Wednesday: Church (Cold Cuts)
Thursday: Pancakes with apple butter
Friday: Mahi Mahi and brown bastami rice.
Saturday: Chicken Stir Fry with peppers, zucchini, cabbage.
Sunday: Leftovers or breakfast foods (eggs or cereal)

I make this soup a lot and it is pretty easy I thought I'd share the recipe with you all.

Asparagus Soup
one onion chopped
3 lbs Asparagus (ends cut off and cut into inch pieces)
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon lemon juice (I use fresh)
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream or half and half.
6 cups chicken broth (I make my own and then freeze it)

saute the onions in the butter for 5 minutes. Then add broth and asparagus bring to boil and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool for 15 minutes. Place asparagus pieces in food processor and process until the desired texture. We like it a little chunky! Then put it back in the broth and add lemon juice and cream. It is ready to eat. We like to dip sourdough bread in the soup! YUMMY :)

Menu March 29 - April 4th

Monday: Jason's Deli (our last one!)
Tuesday: Fish with brown rice and salad
Wednesday: Church (Sloppy Joes)
Thursday: Italian Brussel Sprouts with quinoa
Friday: Chicken Chili (this has become one of my kids favorites!)
Saturday: Pancakes
Sunday: Happy Easter!!! Turkey Meatloaf with fried shredded carrots and fruit smoothies

Menu March 22-28

I talked to a sweet friend of mine today and she told me she likes my menu posts! I didn't think anyone read them and that they were just for my record. Glad to know people are enjoying them :) This week is kind of weird though so sorry in advance.

Monday: Jason's Deli (kids eat free) only one more left and no more free kid meals
Tuesday: Some sort of Eggplant. My wonderful mom-in-law made it from a no sugar no flour recipe. We will give it a try tonight!!! So excited I don't have to cook :)
Wednesday: Church (tacos)
Thursday: Monkey is in a play from 4:30 to 5:30pm so will we grab a bite to eat afterward. Otherwise it will be a 7pm dinner!
Friday: Baked Mostaccioli our small group is coming over for dinner so they will bring the sides; drinks, salad, fruit, garlic bread, and dessert!
Saturday: Chicken in Sour Cream sauce. I plan on doing a post with this recipe soon as it is J's absolute favorite meal that I have ever made in 10 years of marriage so he says ;)
Sunday: Fish with brown rice and fruit smoothies. J picked the fish so I'm not sure what type it is!

This week actually this month isn't that normal as we don't usually eat out this much. Maybe once a month but the Jason's Deli deal was just too good to pass up. All six of us ate dinner last night for just under 14 dollars and that is with the tax.

Menu March 15-21

Monday: Jason's Deli (only a few more weeks of the free kids meals)
Tuesday: Baked Cabbage
Wednesday: Church (Stew)
Thursday: White Chicken Chili
Friday: Butternut Soup with Dill
Saturday: Spinach Patties (I use ground turkey)
Sunday: Leftovers

Pretty simple week and I am trying 3 new recipes! Baked Cabbage, White Chicken Chili and Butternut Soup with Dill. :) Happy eating...

Menu March 8 - 14

Wow I am not doing very good at getting the menu out! Well this last week this is what we ate just for record sake.
Monday: Jason's Deli (kids eat free on Mondays)
Tuesday: Beef Stroganoff with strawberries
Wednesday: Church Noodles with Meat balls
Thursday: Baked Eggplant with quinoa, mashed potatoes, and homemade apple sauce.
Friday: Italian Beef and Squash and fruit
Saturday: The plan is Fish but we are moving so who knows!
Sunday: Leftovers ;) or Fish...

A Late Monday Menu...

March 1 - 7
Monday: Asparagus soup with bread (sourdough)
Tuesday: Stuffed Peppers and cheese cake
Wednesday: Church (Hot dogs) my kids don't normally like hot dogs but this week they wanted to go! weird
Thursday: Chicken Fajitas and brown rice
Friday: Sauteed Onions and Squash (this if from last week)
Saturday: Garlic Chicken with onions and peppers
Sunday: Fish and brown rice

Last week was a little different because of the funeral so we had items from last weeks menu!

Menu Feb 22-28

Monday: Jason's Deli (the kids all ate free)
Tuesday: Vegetable Medley (didn't get a chance to make it last week)
Wednesday: Cold Cuts at Church
Thursday: Goulash with green peppers
Friday: Chicken and Stir Fry
Saturday: Mahi Mahi and brown rice
Sunday: Sauteed Onions and Squash and fruit

Lunches are pretty standard from here on out so I will probably stop putting them!

Menu Feb 15th - 21st

I'm a few days late but here it is not that anyone out there really cares but at least I have it to look at so I can see we don't eat the same things over and over again or that we do!

Monday: my version of Chicken Enchiladas (I make the inside and we eat on top of spinach)
Tuesday: Turkey Meatloaf with stir-fried zucchini and pears. I also made cheese cake because my sis-in-law and nephews were here.
Wednesday: Roasted Turkey Breast with quinoa and strawberries.
Thursday: We are meeting my dad and step mom for dinner
Friday: Vegetable Stir Fry
Saturday: Turkey Spinach Patties and a fruit salad
Sunday: We have our small group so dinner will be light! Cereal or leftovers.
Monday: Fish with brown rice

Menu Feb 8th - 14th

Monday: Asparagus Soup with sourdough bread
Tuesday: Herbed Lamb Chops with dill-spiced baby carrots
Wednesday: church
Thursday: Mahi Mahi and brown rice
Friday: Chili
Saturday: Chicken in Sour Cream
Sunday: leftovers or going out for Valentine's Day but probably the first option!

Lunches are same as always!

Breakfasts: pecan muffins, eggs, pancakes, cereal with rice milk, fruit salad or toast with apple butter and maybe some kind of baked eggs. I think having a list of our breakfast options is better than having them planned out because some nights I didn't have time to pre-make the stuff :)

Menu Feb 1st - 7th

Dinners
Monday: Broccoli Soup with sourdough bread and homemade pumpkin pudding
Tuesday: Pepper Blackened Chicken and stir fried zucchini
Wednesday: Church meal
Thursday: Shrimp Scampi and Best Broccoli
Friday: Homemade pizza
Saturday: Beef Stroganoff (GG picked this one and is going to help make it)
Sunday: Super Bowl Party at a friends house with wings and pizza!

Lunches: leftovers, deli meat, nuts, fruits, carrots, hard boiled eggs, sunflower seeds, avocados, and spinach salads.

Breakfasts
Monday: cereal with almond milk
Tuesday: eggs
Wednesday: homemade lemon poppy seed muffins
Thursday: fruit salad
Friday: Irish oatmeal with honey and cinnamon
Saturday: pancakes with apple butter
Sunday: French toast with my homemade bread and apple butter!

I really do plan out all our meals :)