Sunday, October 23, 2011

Back from a blog break...sorry about that:)

*I attached a link with a recipe similar to what I use for each meal...however I have NOT tested all of these.  My shopping list matches my recipes so you may want to double check that you have what you need before heading to the store.  If you have been following my blog you may have several of these ingredients already.  Remember, to make these recipes on the healthier side, use lean meat and buy the low fat/low sodium options of the ingredients.  Happy Eating!

Sunday, October 24, 2011
*This serves 8 so I cut the recipe in half
Cesar Salad
Monday, October 25, 2011
Sweet and Sour Pot Roast
Sweet Cooked Carrots

Tuesday, October 26 2011
Au Gratin Potatoes
Green Beans

Wednesday, October 27, 2011 
Corn
Rolls

Thursday, October 28, 2011
Oven Baked Sub Sandwiches

Friday, October 29, 2011
*This is another large recipe so be sure to cut it in half
Salad

Saturday, October 30, 2011
Chicken or Beef Quesadillas
Nachos
Rice



Grocery List:
*Many of these things you may already have in your cupboard, so be sure to check first:)
reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules
ream of chicken soup
1 can Italian diced tomatoes
1 jar marinated quartered artichoke hearts
1 can tomato sauce
cream of celery soup
1 cans sliced water chestnuts
Worcestershire sauce
1  jar sliced pimientos
mayonnaise
ketchup
Parmesan cheese
Velveeta
Eggs
butter
Milk
onion
fresh parsley
dried basil
minced garlic
12 small white potatoes, peeled
  celery
2 small red potatoes
frozen California-blend vegetables
1 pkg. frozen French-style green beans
2 pkg. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup chopped fully cooked lean ham
1 boneless beef chuck roast (about 3 pounds)
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
dried oregano
crushed red pepper flakes
ground mustard
salt/pepper
dried minced onion
sage
dried parsley flakes
Italian seasoning
garlic salt
poultry seasoning
honey
1 pkg.refrigerated cheese tortellini
cornstarch
brown sugar
cider vinegar
canola oil
brown sugar
ready-to-serve long grain and wild rice
olive oil
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Sunday, October 2, 2011

More recipies coming up...

*I attached a link with a recipe similar to what I use for each meal...however I have NOT tested all of these.  My shopping list matches my recipes so you may want to double check that you have what you need before heading to the store.  If you have been following my blog you may have several of these ingredients already.  Remember, to make these recipes on the healthier side, use lean meat and buy the low fat/low sodium options of the ingredients.  Happy Eating!

Sunday, October 2, 2011
Angel hair pasta
Broccoli 
*Sorry for the repeat but I really wanted to try this one and I didn't have a chance to make it last week:)

Monday, October 3, 2011
Beef 'n Broccoli Noodle Bowl
Egg Rolls

Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Salad

Wednesday, October 5, 2011 
Salad

Thursday, October 6, 2011
Hawaiian Chicken
Rice 
*Take one package of dry onion soup and mix it with 8 oz. of Russian dressing.  Add 4 oz. pineapple and 4 oz. apricot preserves.  Spray glass baking dish with cooking spray and place 1 lb. chicken breasts in dish.  Pour dressing mixture over top of chicken.  Be sure to coat all of the chicken.   Bake at 350 for 40 minutes or until chicken is cooked.

Friday, October 7, 2011
Oven baked sub sandwiches
Fresh veggies

Saturday, October 8, 2011
We are out of town so choose a recipe from an earlier blog:)


Grocery List:
Sub buns
3 Lemons
Fresh fruit
Fresh Parsley
Green onions
Carrots
Celery
1 lb. sirloin steak 3/4 inch thick
3 pkg. chicken breasts
Angle hair pasta
linguine
Swanson beef broth
Cream of Mushroom soup
Instant Rice 
Stuffing
Deli meat
Mayo with olive oil (reduced fat)
Hoison sauce
KRAFT Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
Garlic powder
Ritz crackers
Cheddar Shredded Cheese
Frozen Meatballs
Frozen peas
Frozen broccoli 
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Sunday, September 25, 2011

A new week of options...

*I attached a link with a recipe similar to what I use for each meal...however I have NOT tested all of these.  My shopping list matches my recipes so you may want to double check that you have what you need before heading to the store.  If you have been following my blog you may have several of these ingredients already.  Remember, to make these recipes on the healthier side, use lean meat and buy the low fat/low sodium options of the ingredients.  Happy Eating!

Sunday, September 25, 2011
Pulled BBQ Chicken Sandwiches
Tator Tots
Carrots and Celery
Coleslaw
*I just throw 1 lb or more of chicken breasts in the crock pot with garlic powder, onion powder, BBQ sauce and a tablespoon of grape jelly.  Let it cook all day and shred the chicken at dinner time for delicious sandwiches.  I serve these on toasted buns with Colby jack cheese.
Monday, September 26, 2011
Salad

Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Chips and Salsa

Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Rice

Thursday, September 29, 2011
Angel hair pasta
Broccoli

Friday, September 30, 2011
Salad

Saturday, October 1, 2011
Sub Sandwiches
Chips
Fruit and Veggies


Grocery List:
Sub buns
3 Lemons
Fresh fruit
Coleslaw
Iceburg lettuce
4 baking potatoes
Fresh Parsley
tomato
Green onions
Carrots
Celery
1 lb. sirloin steak 3/4 inch thick
1 lb. ground sirloin
3 pkg. chicken breasts
Angle hair pasta
Velveeta
Swanson beef broth
Instant Rice
Deli meat
Tostada Shells
BBQ sauce
Mayo with olive oil (reduced fat)
Soy Sauce
Brown sugar
Garlic powder
Ritz crackers
Mexican Shredded Cheese
Sour Cream
Tator Tots
Frozen corn
Frozen broccoli

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Sunday, September 18, 2011

Use what you have:)

*I'm trying to use up some of the ingredients that I have lots of in my kitchen.  Next week I'll be back with some new recipes.  I attached a link with a recipe similar to what I use for each meal...however I have NOT tested all of these.  My shopping list matches my recipes so you may want to double check that you have what you need before heading to the store.  If you have been following my blog you may have several of these ingredients already.  Remember, to make these recipes on the healthier side, use lean meat and buy the low fat/low sodium options of the ingredients.  Happy Eating!

Sunday, September 18, 2011
Round Steak in Brown Gravy
Mashed Potatoes
Green Beans
Monday, September 19, 2011
Cornbread

Tuesday, September 20, 2011
(I didn't make this last week and really want to try it, sorry for the repeat:)
Au Gratin Potatoes
Corn

Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Salad

Thursday, September 22, 2011
Coleslaw
Mac and Cheese

Friday, September 23, 2011
Cheeseburgers on the Grill
Pasta Salad
Fresh Fruit
Salad

Saturday, September 24, 2011
Meatball Pizza
Cesar Salad

Grocery List:
Fresh Fruit
Idaho Baking Potatoes
Onion
Carrots
Salad
Hamburger buns
Cheeseburgers
Round Steak
Chicken Breasts (3 lbs.)
Egg Noodles
2 cans cream of chicken soup
Cream of Mushroom soup
Velveeta
Pizza Crust
Pizza Sauce
Au Gratin Potatoes
Mac and Cheese
Pasta Salad
Large jar of Brown gravy
Instant Mashed Potatoes
Instant Rice
Can Corn
Garlic Salt
Cornbread
Ritz Crackers
Cheeze Its
Sandwich Cheese
Shredded Mozzarella and Cheddar Cheese
Milk
Eggs
Frozen Broccoli
Frozen Meatballs
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Sunday, September 11, 2011

More Quick and Easy Dinners

*I attached a link with a recipe similar to what I use for each meal...however I have NOT tested all of these.  My shopping list matches my recipes so you may want to double check that you have what you need before heading to the store.  If you have been following my blog you may have several of these ingredients already.  Remember, to make these recipes on the healthier side, use lean meat and buy the low fat/low sodium options of the ingredients.  Happy Eating!

Sunday, September 11, 2011
Grilled Italian Chicken
Rice cooked in chicken broth
Salad
Fresh Fruit
Monday, September 12, 2011
Breakfast for Dinner:
Scrambled Eggs
Hash browns
Waffles
Toast

Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Voila Frozen Skillet Dinner (I have curriculum night so it's up to my hubby)
Salad

Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Chicken Fajitas
Spanish Rice
Chips and Salsa

Thursday, September 15, 2011
Au Gratin Potatoes
Green Beans

Friday, September 16, 2011
Fresh Veggies
Carrot and Celery sticks


Saturday, September 17, 2011
Salad
Fresh Fruit

Grocery List:
Sub Buns
Fresh Fruit
Salad
Onion
Peppers
Shredded lettuce
Chicken Breast (3 lbs)
Ground Sirloin
Can Mushroom Soup
Dry Onion Soup
Pizza Sauce
Dry Bread Crumbs
Instant Rice
Spanish Rice
Stuffing
Fajita Sauce
Soft Taco Shells
Ketchup
Mustard
Pickled Jalapeno Slices
Cider Vinegar
Pepperoni
Shredded Mozzerela Cheese
Butter
Eggs
Frozen Meatballs
Frozen Voila Bag Dinner
Frozen Hashbrowns
Frozen Waffles
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Monday, September 5, 2011

Crockpot Goodies and More

*I attached a link with a recipe similar to what I use for each meal...however I have NOT tested all of these.  My shopping list matches my recipes so you may want to double check that you have what you need before heading to the store.  This week especially I was using my Gooseberry Patch cookbooks and they don't have access to many of their recipes online.  If you have been following my blog you may have several of these ingredients already.  Remember to make these recipes on the healthier side use lean meat and buy the low fat/low sodium options of the ingredients.  Happy Eating!

Sunday, September 4, 2011
Fruit Salad
Monday, September 5, 2011
Carrot and Celery Sticks
Salad

Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Egg Rolls
Rice

Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Egg Noodles

Thursday, September 8, 2011
Turkey in Gravy in the Crockpot
Stuffing
Mashed Potatoes
*I just buy jar gravy and put the frozen Butterball Turkey in the crock pot with a jar of gravy over it.  On work nights I use instant mashed potatoes to help make dinner faster.


Friday, September 9, 2011
Coleslaw
Green Beans


Saturday, September 10, 2011
Oven Baked Sub Sandwiches
Vegetable Medley
Carrot Chips
*I just make my favorite sandwiches on sub buns that have been lightly buttered.  I sprinkle garlic salt on the break and make them however my family wants.  I usually bake them for about 10-20 minutes depending on how much stuff is on them.

Grocery List:
Sub buns
Fruit
Celery 
Carrots
Frito's
Large Bag of Frozen Chicken
1.5 lbs. Round Steak
1 lb. Stew Beef
1 lb. Ground Sirloin
Egg Noodles
Cream of Potato Soup
Cream of Chicken Soup
Beef and Chicken Bouillon Cubes
2 cans Cream of Mushroom Soup
1 can cooked chicken
Dry Onion Soup
Tomato Soup
1 can sliced mushrooms
Instant Rice
Large Jar of Turkey Gravy
Instant Mashed Potatoes
Stuffing
French Fried Onions
Worcestershire Sauce
16 oz. Can Chinese Vegetables
Deli Meat
Cream Cheese
3 Tubes Crescent Rolls
Frozen California Blend Vegetables
Frozen chopped Broccoli
Frozen 3 lb. Butterball Turkey
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Sunday, August 28, 2011

Quick, Easy, and Delicious!


*I attached a link with a recipe similar to what I use for each meal...however I have NOT tested all of these.  My shopping list matches my recipes so you may want to double check that you have what you need before heading to the store.  If you have been following my blog you may have several of these ingredients already.  Remember to make these recipes on the healthier side use lean meat and buy the low fat/low sodium options of the ingredients.  Happy Eating!

Sunday, August 28, 2011
Hamburgers
Corn on the Cob
Watermelon and Strawberries

*The weather is too beautiful not to enjoy every last minute of cooking on the grill!

Monday, August 29, 2011
Carrot and Celery Sticks
Fruit Salad with Yogurt

Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Side Salad
Peaches

Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Nachos 
Margaritas:) 

Thursday, September 1, 2011
Green Beans

Friday, September 2, 2011
Coleslaw
Mac and Cheese


Saturday, September 3, 2011
Vegetable Medley
Stuffing

Grocery List:
Sub Buns 
Peaches
Strawberries 
Lettuce
Carrot and Celery Sticks
Onion
Green Pepper
Cucumber
Green Beans
Coleslaw
Bag of Potatoes
Beef Roast
Ground Sirloin (2 lb)
Hamburger Patties
Chicken Breast (2 lb.)
Chicken Broth
Velveeta
Tomato Soup
Pineapple rings
Stuffing 
Kraft Mac and Cheese Deluxe
Soft Taco Shells
Salsa
Tortilla Chips
BBQ sauce
Dried Basil
Ritz Crackers
Shredded Cheddar Cheese
Cream Cheese
Yogurt
Refrigerated Pizza Crust
Orange Juice
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Monday, August 22, 2011

30 Minutes or Less...except on the weekend

*I attached a link with a recipe similar to what I use for each meal...however I have NOT tested all of these.  My shopping list matches my recipes so you may want to double check that you have what you need before heading to the store.  If you have been following my blog you may have several of these ingredients already.  Remember to make these recipes on the healthier side use lean meat and buy the low fat/low sodium options of the ingredients.  Happy Eating!

Sunday, August 21, 2011
Baked Steak
Mashed Potatoes
Mixed Vegetables

*My recipe:
Buy 4 cube steaks, coat in flour, salt, garlic, an pepper and brown in a pan.  Place about half an onion cut up in the bottom of a baking dish and cover with 1/2 jar Brown Gravy.  Place cube steak on top and cover with remaining gravy.  You can put potatoes and carrots in if you would like.  Then bake covered for 2-2.5 hours at 350.

Monday, August 22, 2011
Instant Chicken Parmesan
Noodles with Garlic
Italian Green Beans

*My Recipe:
Buy frozen chicken patties and bake in oven according to package, for the last five minutes cover patty with a slice of provolone cheese.  Meanwhile, make angel hair pasta according to package and then toss with garlic and olive oil.  Heat spaghetti sauce in pan.  Cook green beans with 1-2 tbsp. Italian dressing.  Finally, put pasta on plate and top with chicken and spaghetti sauce and serve the beans on the side. 

Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Hamburger Gravy
Instant Mashed Potatoes
Corn

*My Recipe:
Cook 1 lb. ground sirloin in a skillet with onion and garlic.  Drain off excess fat.  Add 1 can of Cream of Mushroom soup, 1/2 cup sour cream, and milk to make it creamy (I usually add a little milk at a time until I get it just right).  Serve on top of mashed potatoes or egg noodles.


Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Grilled Chicken Salad
Garlic Bread

Thursday, August 25, 2011
Tator Tots
Fresh Veggies

Friday, August 26, 2011
Steak and Baked Potatoes on the Grill

Saturday, August 27, 2011
Philly Steak Sandwiches
Chips
Veggies

*My Recipe:
Get 1 lb. of roast beef at the deli.  Dice the roast beef.  Put a little bit of vegetable oil in a skillet and cook onions and peppers (mushroom if you like) for about five minutes.  Then add the diced roast beef and 2-3 Tablespoons of A-1 Sauce.  Serve on toasted bun topped with melted American or Provolone cheese.

Grocery List:
Sub Buns 
Lettuce
Carrots
Onion
Green Pepper
Cucumber
Green Beans
Cherry Tomatoes 
Bag of Potatoes
Cube Steak (1.5-2 lbs)
Ground Sirloin (1 lb)
Chicken Breast (1 lb.-or you can buy Tyson already made grilled chicken)
Ground Turkey (1 lb.)
Steak
Wide Egg Noodles
Spaghetti Sauce
Parmesan Cheese
Cream of Mushroom Soup
Brown Gravy (large jar)
Can sliced mushrooms
Can of corn
Italian  Dressing 
A-1 Sauce
Steak Rub
Provolone or Mozzarella cheese slices
Sour Cream
Frozen Tator Tots
Frozen chicken patties 
Frozen Mixed Vegetables
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Sunday, August 21, 2011

Tune in Tomorrow...

I was out of town most of the weekend and I'm running behind schedule.  Check back tomorrow night for this week's menu:)  Sorry for the delay!
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Sunday, August 14, 2011

Back to Work...

*I attached a link with a recipe similar to what I use for each meal...however I have NOT tested all of these.  My shopping list matches my recipes so you may want to double check that you have what you need before heading to the store.  If you have been following my blog you may have several of these ingredients already.  Remember to make these recipes on the healthier side use lean meat and buy the low fat/low sodium options of the ingredients.  Happy Eating!
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Fresh Green Beans

Monday, August 15, 2011
*Veggies are roasted with the pork

Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Loaded Baked Potatoes with Teriyaki Chicken
Side Salad
(This restaurant back home served something called Joe's Chicken Baked Potatoes...they were delicious.  It was a teriyaki chicken on top of a baked potato with cheese.  I'm going to use Tyson grilled chicken strips, teriyaki sauce and Velveeta cheese to attempt these:)
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Creamy Baked Ziti (I'm adding ground sirloin cooked in garlic and onion to this)
Caesar Salad

Thursday, August 18, 2011
Sloppy Joe Sandwiches (I buy Manwich from a can:)
Tator Tots
Fresh Veggies

Friday, August 19, 2011
Fresh Green Beans
Stuffing

Saturday, August 20, 2011
Make your own pita pizzas
Salad or Fresh Veggies
Grocery List:
Pita Bread 
Hamburger Buns 
Lettuce
Carrots (2 lbs.)
Beets (1 lb.)
Onion (1 lb.)
Green Beans
Celery
Zuchinni
Squash
Cherry Tomatoes 
Baking potatoes

Ground Sirloin (1 lb)
1 lb. beef boneless sirloin-stew meat
1 boneless pork roast (3 lbs.)
1 lb. Fresh Cod
Wide Egg Noodles
Ziti Pasta
Velveeta
Marinara Sauce
Manwich
Parmesan Cheese
Cream of Mushroom Soup
1 can diced tomatoes
Pizza sauce
Brown Gravy
Can sliced mushrooms
Teriyaki Stir Fry Sauce
Mayonnaise 
Catalina Dressing
Grilled Chicken Strips
Shredded Cheddar Cheese  
Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
Cream Cheese
Sour Cream
Frozen Tator Tots
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