From the category archives:

Menu Plan Monday

Menu Plan Monday 1/11

January 11, 2010

I am still participating in the Pantry Challenge and it’s going great!  I’ve written out my menu plan for the entire month and it was a little too easy – what does that tell you about my stockpile?  I’m really hoping this challenge will whittle my stockpile down to a manageable size!
The only groceries I’ve bought this [...]

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Menu Plan Monday 8/10 – 8/16

August 10, 2009

It’s been a long time since I’ve put my menu plan on here!  For my new readers – I post my menu plan (occasionally) to show how I feed my family with the good deals I find.  Planning a menu helps me in so many ways.  By having a plan I am less likely to [...]

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Menu Plan Monday 6/29 – 7/5

June 29, 2009

Here’s what’s on the menu this week at our house….
Monday:  Loaded Baked Potatoes and Salad
Tuesday:  Beef Stew from the Freezer and Biscuits
Wednesday:  Chicken Parmesan with Salad and Breadsticks
Thursday:  Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes, and Green Beans
Friday:  Pizza
Saturday:  Independence Day Festivities
Sunday:  Leftovers
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Menu Plan Monday 6/22 – 6/28

June 22, 2009

Monday:  Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes, and Salad
Tuesday:  Grilled Chicken, Mixed Vegetables, and Bread Machine Rolls
Wednesday:  Spaghetti with Meatballs, Texas Toast, and Salad
Thursday:  Southwestern Chicken Layered Salad
Friday:  Homemade Pepperoni Pizza
Saturday:  Leftovers
Sunday:  You’ll here all about it soon!
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Menu Plan Monday 6/15 – 6/21

June 15, 2009

The hubs is on vacation this week!  Yay!  That may mean that you won’t see too much of me, but I will definitely try to keep up with things on here!
A few repeats this week…
Monday:  Grilled Burgers and Oven Fries
Tuesday:  Parmesan-Crusted Chicken in Cream Sauce with Rice and Veggies
Wednesday:  Dinner Out
Thursday:  Cheesy Chicken Tetrazzini, Veggies, [...]

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Menu Plan Monday 6/8 – 6/14

June 8, 2009

Another easy-peasy menu this week!  I really dislike cooking in the summer – it is just so HOT!  Is anyone else like that?
Monday:  Mini Pizzas
Tuesday:  Creamy Chicken, Veggies, and Noodles
Wednesday:  Parmesan-Crusted Chicken in Cream Sauce with Rice and Veggies
Thursday:  Sloppy Joes and Oven Fries
Friday:  Chicken Alfredo, Breadsticks, and Salad
Saturday:  Grilled Chicken, Baked Potatoes, and Steamed [...]

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Menu Plan Monday 6/1 – 6/7

June 1, 2009

My two adorable nieces are staying with us this week!  So, my plan is for simple, easy, and kid-friendly meals!
Monday:  Mini Pizzas
Tuesday:  Grilled Chicken, Steamed Veggies, Mac & Cheese, & Dinner Rolls
Wednesday:  Crockpot BBQ Chicken Sandwiches and Oven Fries
Thursday:  Chicken & Rice Bake with Salad and Bread
Friday:  Quesadillas with Beans & Rice
Saturday:  Grilled Porkchops, Baked [...]

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Menu Plan Monday 5/24 – 5/30

May 26, 2009

These past couple of weeks I have been SO busy!  In fact, I was so busy I even forgot to make a menu plan last week!  Big mistake!  The lack of planning caused me even more stress, and we ended up eating out and eating convenience foods most nights.  It was all because I didn’t [...]

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Menu Plan Monday 5/11 – 5/17

May 11, 2009

I had such a wonderful weekend!  My husband and I celebrated our 6 year Wedding Anniversary, AND it was Mother’s Day.  If you are guessing that I was pampered – you are right!
Monday:  Leftover Roast, Carrots, and Potatoes from Sunday Lunch
Tuesday:  Ravioli, Salad, and Crusty French Baguette
Wednesday:  Chicken Marsala, Veggies, and Leftover Baguette
Thursday:  [...]

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Menu Plan Monday 5/4 – 5/10 + Upside Down Pizza Recipe

May 4, 2009

Monday:  Leftovers
Tuesday:  Chicken Alfredo, Breadsticks, and Salad
Wednesday:  Grilled Steak, Baked Potatoes, and Veggies
Thursday:  Upside Down Pizza (recipe below) and Salad
Friday:  Italian Porkchops, Veggies, and Dinner Rolls
Saturday:  Dinner at Family Get-Together
Sunday: Mother’s Day + Wedding Anniversary = I’m not cooking ~
Upside Down Pizza
Ingredients:
2lb. hamburger
1 c. chopped onion
2 8oz. tomato sauce
1 pk. dry spaghetti sauce mix
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