Menu Monday!

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I’m back from my internet break and a few days away with my hubby. Had a great break and ready to jump back into life again. However I came home to a house without much food left (kids will do that.. ha, ha!! ) and today I grocery shopped and worked on getting life back in order again. I have amazing kids, they held down the homestead while we were gone and did a great job in being responsible. I always have to laugh when people we meet are shocked that we left a houseful of teenagers at home alone and are not worried. Nope, I have great kids that have my trust and they know the value of what that means.


Monday
Fish sticks, mac & cheese, green beans

Tuesday
Oven fried pork chops, pesto pasta, salad

Wednesday
Chicken noodle soup, crackers, salad

Thursday
Leftovers

Friday
Baked chicken legs, fried potatoes, garlic roasted broccoli

Saturday
Spaghetti, french bread , salad

Sunday
Chicken enchiladas, Spanish rice, salad




 

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  1. allisamazingOctober 8, 2013 at 8:33 AM

    Your menu sounds delicious and the garlic roasted broccoli has me intrigued. I would love the recipe as it sounds like something we would enjoy!

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    1. CrystalOctober 8, 2013 at 1:51 PM

      Roasting my veggies has become my all time favorite way to serve them.. I've made garlic roasted brussel sprouts (my personal favorite), broccoli, green beans, and a few more.. they are delish!! Here is the recipe I posted for the broccoli: http://homesteadinghomemaker.blogspot.com/2012/09/roasted-broccoli.html

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  2. The One Income DollarOctober 13, 2013 at 1:50 PM

    I just found your site and what I love about your menus are they are simple- just what I like! Be sure to check out my site: http://www.oneincomedollar.com

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  3. The One Income DollarOctober 13, 2013 at 1:52 PM

    Do you make your French bread with spaghetti as a garlic bread? If so, how would one do this? Ideas?

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