Happy Monday! Even though the internet is almost trembling in anticipation of fall (am I right?!), it's definitely still summer where I live! We are still enjoying cold breakfasts, light lunches and suppers that don't require much time in the oven. I use my crock pot much more in the summer than I do in… Continue reading It’s Still Summer! {Menu Monday}
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Summertime Eats {Menu Monday}
Happy Monday! Although I don't share my menu plans every week as I have in the past, be assured I haven't dropped the habit of weekly menu planning. We've been eating a much healthier fare since September, and I was really tired of the things I'd been serving. Cooking for a picky eater makes healthy… Continue reading Summertime Eats {Menu Monday}
Two-Week Menu Plan {Menu Monday}
When life gets busy, I always default to a two-week menu plan! It's not my favorite way to approach meal planning but it works so well for times like these. As of today we're on the second half of this menu plan. I will be away from the house until 7:30 every night this week,… Continue reading Two-Week Menu Plan {Menu Monday}
Easter Sunday Menu {2017}
I don't believe you must have children in your home in order to make holidays special or magical. As a Christian, many holidays that we celebrate are special just because of what we're celebrating! Easter is one of my most favorite weekends of the year. Without Easter, Christmas would be meaningless. Jesus came as a… Continue reading Easter Sunday Menu {2017}
Meal Planning Inspiration {Menu Monday}
Happy Monday! Last week I was inspired by my friend Katie's post about her menu inspiration, so I thought today I'd share with you my favorite places to find recipes for my weekly menu plans. My Index of our Favorite Meals: I have a list of all the recipes we like for breakfast, lunch and… Continue reading Meal Planning Inspiration {Menu Monday}
Valentine’s Day Plans {Menu Monday}
Happy Monday! Here's our menu plan for this week, including all three meals as usual. We aren't going out for Valentine's Day - around here it's impossible to find a table at any restaurant that night. For the past several years we've enjoyed a meal at home and have celebrated on another day instead! This… Continue reading Valentine’s Day Plans {Menu Monday}
Let’s Get Healthy {Menu Monday}
Happy New Year! I know a lot of people are working hard to get back to healthy eating after the holidays, and I'm certainly in that category. Although I haven't talked about it on the blog, I've been steadily working on healthy eating and weight loss since September. I'll talk more about that on Wednesday when… Continue reading Let’s Get Healthy {Menu Monday}
My Thanksgiving Menu and Shopping List {2016}
Main Meal Baked Ham with Easy Glaze Crockpot Turkey Breast with Gravy Cranberry Compote (whole berry cranberry, mandarin oranges & walnuts) Stovetop Stuffing Creamy Macaroni and Cheese Nana's Green Beans Greens and Apple Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette Dressing Hawaiian Rolls Dessert Pumpkin Pie Derby Pie Beverages Sweet Tea Water Appetizers Pimento Cheese & Crackers Vegetable Tray… Continue reading My Thanksgiving Menu and Shopping List {2016}
Menu Monday and Restaurant Level Nachos
I've had a long love affair with nachos. They are, in fact, what I ordered on my first date with my husband and the thing I continue to order most often at restaurants. Friday night I was really in the mood for some restaurant quality nachos, so I pulled everything nacho related out of the… Continue reading Menu Monday and Restaurant Level Nachos
Meal Planning To The Rescue! {Menu Monday}
This week required a lot of planning. It's going to be a busy one with long work days for both of us, appointments and other engagements. On Saturday morning I sat down with all my planners and got everything in order. Knowing what needs to be accomplished each day makes me feel much more prepared… Continue reading Meal Planning To The Rescue! {Menu Monday}
Come Home For Comfort 