February Menu

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1st – chicken chow mien, shrimp platter, salad
2nd – homemade pizza
3rd – pot roast, mashed potatoes, corn on the cob, salad
4th – beef pot pie (from leftover pot roast), salad
5th – chicken noodle soup, dinner rolls, salad
6th – Delicious Italian Casserole, salad
7th – chicken enchiladas, tortilla chips & salsa, salad
8th – fish tacos
9th – chili releno casserole, Spanish rice, refried beans, salad
10th – meatloaf, mashed potatoes, green beans, corn on the cob
11th – kielbasa, cabbage, pasta, salad
12th – tuna noodle casserole, salad
13th – lasagna, French bread, salad
14th – Birthday dinner for FIL – still deciding on this one
15th – yummy pinto beans, dinner rolls, salad
16th – sub sandwiches, coleslaw, chips
17th - chicken alfredo, salad
18th – cp meatballs, cp mac & cheese, salad
19th – baked chicken legs, brown rice pilaf, salad
20th – easy crockpot beef stew, challah bread, salad
21st – chicken lasagna, salad
22nd – hamburgers, chips, coleslaw
23rd – baked white fish, garlic roasted potatoes, corn on the cob, salad
24th – potato sausage soup, dinner rolls, salad
25th – chili, chips & salsa, salad
26th – Leftovers
27th – Italian tortellini soup, dinner rolls, salad
28th – tuna melts, tomato soup, salad

Comments

  1. AnonymousFebruary 1, 2011 at 7:04 PM

    I am starting this month on my menu... I need to spend tomorrow looking in the cupboards and freezer for "lightbulb" ideas!

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  2. AnonymousFebruary 1, 2011 at 7:27 PM

    First, I really enjoy your website, thanks for all you do to help us! Secondly, the chili releno casserole sounds good. Any chance that you will post your recipe?

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  3. CrystalFebruary 1, 2011 at 7:38 PM

    Anon.. yes, I will dig it up and post near the time I make it...

    Ruth.. LOL.. yes, I do that all the time! Great way to remember to use up what is in the freezer and cupboards! Good luck on your menu..

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  4. SheriFebruary 1, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    We have three boys that think Delicious Italian Casserole is "High Eating"! They are 11,10 and 8. To them, this is the best meal I make. So thanks for a great recipe, but I must say....I'm ready for them to be on to another favorite!!!

    I've limited this recipe to once a month and they think I'm holding out on them! I can do this now, because I have a monthly menu! It's awesome! We are starting the every man for himself laundry next week! Loved the idea from your email! They will need some assistance, and baby girl gets hers done of course, but there is a plan to the piles!
    Blessings and thank you!
    Sheri

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  5. AnonymousFebruary 1, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    thank you! - sounds like I better try the Delicious Italian Casserole too!

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  6. AnonymousFebruary 2, 2011 at 4:51 AM

    Your menu sounds really good. I'm going to two week menu planning and shopping next week. I'm trying to work my way up to monthly.
    You have a wonderful website and blog Crystal. Thanks for sharing all the you do.
    Blessings

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  7. window into our life of love, joy, and adventures!February 2, 2011 at 7:32 AM

    Wow! You are all set for the month! I have tried doing a weekly menu but I am thinking maybe I will give the monthly idea a try : )
    I love the ideas you share with us all!

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  8. AnonymousFebruary 2, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    Hi, I have tried a few of your recipes & they were a hit w/the family. I was trying to find the recipe for the chili releno casserole,but have had no luck searching the site. Could you please tell me where to find it.

    Thanks,

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  9. JenFebruary 2, 2011 at 2:23 PM

    Wow, Crystal, I am excited to have found your blog again. I used to read you on Homestead blogger, but my computer crashed, and I lost all my links. I am glad to find you again. I can't wait to look around again.

    Have a wonderful week!
    ~Jen

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