Meal Plan Monday #257

The countdown to spring break is on! This week and next week are going to be very busy because this is a busy time of year and because everyone is trying to fit in last minute things before spring break. I'm going to try to keep things simple this week.

We're also going to try to kick off Meatless March and not eat meat (at home at least) during March.

Sunday:  Roasted Butternut Squash with Goat Cheese Ravioli and Salad

Monday:  Braised Beef Short Ribs with Roasted Carrots and Pretzel Rolls

Tuesday:  Orange Roughy Tacos with Cabbage, Lime, and Avocado

Wednesday:  Tutorial Night Takeout!

Thursday:  Black Bean, Corn, and Sweet Potato Stuffed Poblano Peppers

Friday:  Date Night! Darren's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #249

The holidays are coming to an end. We had a lot of fun with friends and family. Of course, there's never enough time to do everything we'd like to do, but I feel relaxed and revived after spending time with loved ones.

We both had new year's day off, but different start dates. Darren started on Tuesday, so I tried something new. I started on Wednesday, so we reserved a simple supper for the first day we were both back at work.

Monday:  New Year's Day! Black-eyed Peas (Southern tradition)

Tuesday:  Short Ribs with Rutabaga and Carrots, Edam Cheese Grits, and Roasted Cabbage

Wednesday:  Grilled Chicken (#5) Caesar Salad

Thursday:  Pepperoni, Sausage, Peppers, and Mushroom Pizza

Friday:  Date Night! Darren's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #241

Hooray for Fall Break! Well, sort of... I have Monday off from work; however, it's also the end of the grading term, so I have lots to do!

Sunday: Cheese Raviolis with Bell Pepper, Onions, and Mushrooms and Salad

Monday: Quiche with Sausage, Spinach, and Cheese and Salad

Tuesday: Darren's Nashville Hot Chicken with Sweet Potatoes

Wednesday: Tutorial Night Takeout!

Thursday: Fried Round Steak and Mashed Potatoes and Salad

Friday: Date Night! Darren's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #227

School's out for summer! School's out forever! ... Not really, but school is out for summer, and I've had that Alice Cooper song stuck in my head. School actually ended three weeks ago, but I did summer workshops, so I just finished on Friday. I am ready for some fun and relaxation!

Sunday:  Mi Toro (with my Mama!)

Monday:  Build-Your-Own Salad and Coconut Poke Cake

Tuesday:  Cheater Korean Beef Bowls, Cabbage, Carrots, and Edamame

Wednesday:  Darren's Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas and Guacamole

Thursday:  Fish Tacos with Cabbage, Lime, & Avocado and Fruit

Friday:  Date Night! Lib's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #219

It's almost Easter! I'm looking forward to a short week. I could use a long weekend to catch up! I'm having some friends over Monday for dinner, so I'm making lasagne to feed a crowd. I'm actually making it Sunday, then I'll put it in the oven when I get home from work on Monday, and it'll be ready for dinner!

Sunday:  Fish Tacos and Fruit Salad

Monday:  Lasagna Primavera with Caesar Salad and Brown Sugar Pound Cake

Tuesday:  Darren's Fried Rice with Egg Rolls

Wednesday:  Tutorial Night Takeout!

Thursday:  Cast Iron Seared Steak, Loaded Mashed Potatoes, and Salad

Friday:  Date Night! Darren's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #216

Spring break is over. We had a great trip to Phoenix! Now it's back to the grind to finish out the semester. There's still a lot to do... in the mean time, we've gotta eat!

Sunday:  Peanut Noodles with Chicken and Vegetables and Wontons

Monday:  Chef Salad with Turkey and Avocado with Pretzel Rolls

Tuesday:  Hamburgers and Bachan's Potato Casserole

Wednesday:  Tutorial Night Takeout!

Thursday:  Steak and Cheese Sandwiches a la PW and Chips

Friday:  Date Night! Lib's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #213

Science Bowl is over for this season. My team 1 was narrowly defeated in the finals. My team 2 was defeated by team 1 in the semifinals. It was a good day. Next up are all the senior activities this spring, but this week should be fairly calm. I'm looking forward to it, and a relaxing, unencumbered weekend coming up!

Sunday:  Chipotle Lime Salmon with Rice and Salad

Monday:  Baked Chicken and Rice Casserole with Roasted Cabbage

Tuesday:  Beef and Bell Pepper Curry with Jasmine Rice

Wednesday:  Tutorial Night Takeout!

Thursday:  Bean and Cheese Quesadillas with Roasted Corn Guacamole and Chips

Friday:  Date Night! Lib's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #208

The weather has been crazy, but I'm still craving winter foods - stews, beans and rice, and hearty casseroles.

Sunday:  "Grilled" Chicken with Macaroni & Cheese and Salad

Monday:  Red Beans and Rice with Conecuh Sausage and Cheesy Jalapeno Cornbread

Tuesday:  Quick Korean Beef Bowls with Cabbage, Carrots, and Edamame

Wednesday:  Tutorial Night Take-out

Thursday:  Darren's Fried Rice with TJ's Applewood Smoked Uncured Ends & Pieces and Salad

Friday:  Date Night! Lib's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #203

Thanksgiving is over. We had a great, but very short, visit with Darren's family in California. Darren used the StoryCorps app and interviewed his grandparents. We learned a lot. It was really special. I hope you had a wonderful time with your family.

Now that we're back, it's Christmas party season... in fact, I have two this week. It's CRAZY! Both of the ones this week are pot luck, so I'll be making some things.

Sunday:  Chipotle Lime Salmon with Rice and Salad

Monday:  Roasted Vegetables with Salad

Tuesday:  Ham Steak and Baked Sweet Potatoes

Wednesday:  Tutorial Night Takeout!

Thursday:  Mississippi Pot Roast with Potato Casserole (Christmas Pot Luck #1 - Loaded Potato Casserole)

Friday:  Christmas Pot Luck #2 - Spinach & Artichoke Dip and Brownies with Cheesecake Swirls

Meal Plan Monday #200!

After spending half of last week at a conference, I am glad to be back on a regular schedule. This semester is flying by...

Sunday:  Chipotle Lime Salmon with Rice and Salad

Monday:  Quick Korean Beef Bowls with Edamame

Tuesday:  Chicken Fajitas with Refried Beans and Avocado

Wednesday:  Tutorial Night Takeout!

Thursday:  Pepperoni and Jalapeno Pizza and Salad

Friday:  Date Night! Darren's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #198

It's fall. This semester is flying by, and I have a lot to do before the end of it!

Sunday:  Chef Salad and Rolls

Monday:  Jambalaya, Salad, and Pretzel Rolls

Tuesday:  Cube Steak and Cheese Sandwiches on Kaiser Rolls with Sweet Potato Fries

Wednesday:  Tutorial Night Take Out!

Thursday:  Darren's Fried Rice and Edamame

Friday:  Date Night! Darren's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #197

My schedule will be unusual at work this week. I don't have Wednesday tutorials, but I do have an evening outreach activity on Thursday, and we have weird schedules on Tuesday and Wednesday due to other things going on at school. I also have several recommendation letters that I need to complete in the next two weeks.

Sunday:  Roasted Pork Tenderloin, Scalloped Potatoes au Gratin, Spinach Salad, and Biscuits

Monday:  PW's Fried Round Steak with Crash Hot Potatoes, Caesar Salad, and Pretzel Rolls

Tuesday:  Pepperoni and Salami Pizza Roll-ups with Salad and Chips

Wednesday:  Bean and Cheese Quesadillas with Fried Corn and Salad

Thursday:  Darren's Fried Rice and Edamame

Friday:  Date Night! Lib's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #195

This week is going to be busy. It's the end of the nine weeks, so there's lots of grading to do. And it's recommendation letter time. I'm hoping I can get caught up and enjoy next weekend after working for six hours on Saturday on rec letters and grading.

Sunday:  Roasted Vegetables with Sausage, Salad, and Pretzel Rolls

Monday:  Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches with Fried Pickles, Salad, and Chips

Tuesday:  Quick Korean Beef Bowls with  Cabbage, Edamame, and Carrots

Wednesday:  Tutorial Night Takeout!

Thursday:  Quiche with Spinach, Mushrooms, and Potatoes, Salad and Biscuits

Friday:  Date Night! Lib's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #192

I've got a busy week with several after school commitments. It might get a little crazy...

Sunday:  Beef and Bell Pepper Curry with Rice and Fruit

Monday:  Slow Cooker Carnitas Tacos with Cheese, Avocado, and Sour Cream

Tuesday:  Seared Tuna Steaks with Rice and Salad

Wednesday:  Tutorial Night Takeout!

Thursday:  Breakfast for Supper! Waffles and Bacon with Fruit

Friday:  Date Night! Darren's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #188

I'm trying to get back in the groove of the school year. Things are extra busy right now, as I've taken on some new duties at work. Hopefully, things will calm down by the end of the month.

Sunday:  Pork Chops with Corn Pudding and Spinach Salad

Monday:  Quick Korean Beef Bowls topped with Shredded Cabbage and Carrots with Edamame

Tuesday:  Cheese Raviolis with Bell Pepper, Onion, and Mushrooms and Caesar Salad

Wednesday:  Tutorial Night Takeout!

Thursday:  Panko-Crusted Deconstructed Chicken Cordon Bleu with Asparagus and Mashed Potatoes

Friday:  Date Night! Darren's Pick!

Saturday: ??

Sunday:  Brunch @Lion Hills

Meal Plan Monday #186

School is back in session. *sniff* Good-bye, summer fun, flip-flops, and lazy mornings! Hello, grown-up shoes and grading...

Sunday:  Chipotle Lime Broiled Salmon with Spinach Salad with Strawberries and Goat Cheese

Monday:  Beef and Bell Pepper Red Curry with Jasmine Rice

Tuesday:  Breakfast for Supper with Unexpected Cheddar Grits, Bacon, Eggs, Biscuits, and Fruit

Wednesday:  Fish Tacos with Cabbage, Lime, and Avocado

Thursday:  Thursday Night Takeout!

Friday:  Date Night! Darren's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #173

This week is a hectic one, but hopefully we'll have an uneventful weekend to recover!

Sunday:  Pork Chops with Baked Rice, Roasted Spring Vegetables, and Salad

Monday:  Quick Korean Beef Bowls with Edamame, Carrots, and Cabbage

Tuesday:  Tutorial Night Takeout!

Wednesday:  Seared Tuna Steaks with Corn Relish, Rice, Salad, and Pretzel Rolls

Thursday:  Chicken Quesadillas with Guacamole and Refried Bean Bake

Friday:  Date Night! Darren's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #172

This week, I've got a lot going on, so I won't be cooking as much as usual. There's always a lot to do around here in Spring!

Sunday:  Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya and Fruit Salad

Monday:  Mississippi Pot Roast with Gouda Grits and Salad

Tuesday:  Tutorial Night Takeout!

Wednesday:  Fish Tacos with Cabbage, Lime, and Avocado and Salad

Thursday:  Breakfast for Supper! Waffles, Fruit, and Bacon

Friday:  Date Night! Lib's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #163

Our science bowl regional is in two weeks, so we're practicing three times per week at 6:00 pm, which doesn't leave a lot of prep time or days for me to cook. We're trying to keep things simple for the next couple of weeks.

Sunday: Pork Roast, Loaded Baked Potatoes, and Salad

Monday:  Quick Korean Beef Bowls with Cabbage, Carrots, and Edamame

Tuesday:  Broiled Sandwiches with Spicy Pickles, Chips, and Fruit Salad

Wednesday:  Tutorial Night Takeout!

Thursday:  Breakfast for Supper! Pancakes and Bacon!

Friday:  Date Night! Darren's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #162

I have been looking back at old posts recently and realized there are some things I really like that we haven't made in a while. I'm also cold all the time these days, so I want hot, hearty dinners. I hope you're keeping warm wherever you are!

Sunday:  Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya, Salad, and Pretzel Rolls

Monday:  Cornbread Skillet Casserole, Green Beans, and Salad

Tuesday:  Beef and Bell Pepper Curry with Jasmine Rice

Wednesday:  Tutorial Night Takeout!

Thursday:  Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas with Guacamole

Friday:  Science Bowl Training and Dinner with Volunteers!

Saturday:  Date Night! Lib's Pick!