Menu Monday!

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Monday
Spaghetti, french bread, salad

Tuesday
Hamburger stroganoff over noodles, veggie platter

Wednesday
Hamburger enchiladas, chile relleno casserole, refried beans
 
Thursday
Leftovers

Friday
Creamed tuna over biscuits, coleslaw

Saturday
Lasagna soup, french bead, veggie platter

Sunday
Chicken pot pie, salad

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  1. CherylApril 23, 2014 at 12:12 PM

    I love your blog! I just found you on Harvest Lane Cottage's list of favorite blogs! I am your newest follower. :)

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    1. CrystalApril 23, 2014 at 8:09 PM

      Nice to meet you Cheryl!!! Happy to have you here.. :)

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  2. ~JoAnn~April 29, 2014 at 3:42 PM

    Hi crystal you have probably explained in detail including pictures of what you put on your veggie platter but I either missed it or forgot do you mind telling what you have when you do a veggie platter? My husband loves veggies any and all kinds of them me not so much well truthfully I really don't like veggies at all :) anyway love your posts of your menu and recipes . Thanks for your great posts. Blessings joann

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    1. CrystalApril 30, 2014 at 9:29 PM

      JoAnn... sometimes my veggie platters are elaborate.. broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, cucumber slices, pepper slices.. with ranch dressing for dipping. Sometimes, like tonight they are simple.. just broccoli w/ranch dipping.. depends on what I have in the fridge and when I went shopping! :D .. Crystal :)

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