Menu Plan Monday ~ Week of January 23

This week will be a lot of fun.  Friends of ours just had twins, so we’re taking them dinner on Tuesday night, we’re celebrating my father’s 67th birthday on Wednesday, and we’re going to a Gala on Saturday night!

Monday:  Lemon and Cashew Chicken Stir Fry with brown rice
Tuesday:  New Mom Brisket Tacos with salad
Doesn’t get easier [...]

Menu Plan Monday ~ Week of January 16

The temperature has been dropping, so I’m in the mood for warm stews and hearty dishes.  I don’t feel like getting out much when it’s cold.  It’s more fun to watch movies under a blanket!

Monday:  Spicy Bratwurst Supper with green salad
Nothing is more hearty than bratwurst!  I’m going to leave the jalapeno out of this to [...]

Menu Plan Monday ~ Week of January 9

While I’m making my menu, I’m thinking ahead to the activities we have next week.  I’m planning on going to the store this afternoon.  One problem I have with going to the story on Sunday afternoon is that a lot of the produce has been picked over, or it doesn’t look as fresh.  When that [...]

Menu Plan Monday ~ Week of January 2

It’s back to the grind this week.  School starts this week, we’ve run through all our leftovers, and my work schedule is back to normal.  Over the New Year’s weekend, we started thinking about New Year’s resolutions.  Like everyone, we vow to spend less money and eat healthier.  Meal planning can help me achieve these [...]

Menu Plan Monday ~ Week of December 26

We had a very fun holiday weekend filled with laughs and good food.  So much food in fact, that we’ll be working on the leftovers for the first part of the week!  I don’t have to worry about wrapping gifts this week, so I’m looking forward to spending some quality time with family before the [...]