Meal Plan Monday #315

We had a nice weekend watching Ole Miss rout the Aggies from New Mexico State. The weather was a little cold, but we had a great time!

Sunday:  Leftovers and Salad

Monday:  Broccoli & Cheese Baked Potatoes and Salad

Tuesday:  Goat Cheese Ravioli with Roasted Butternut Squash and Spinach Salad with Dried Cranberries and Mandarin Oranges

Wednesday:  Tutorial Night Takeout!

Thursday:  Blackened Mahi Mahi with Faux Maque Choux

Friday:  Date Night! Lib's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #302

The end of school is nearly here, and there are only a billion things to do between now and then. Graduation is May 25, and it will be here before I know it! I'm trying to keep things simple for the next few weeks because of all the activities - recitals, after school things, awards ceremonies, etc.

Sunday:  Fruit and Yogurt

Monday:  Broiled Sub Sandwiches with Chips and Fruit

Tuesday:  Chef Salad with Avocado and Brazilian Cheese Bread

Wednesday:  Tutorial Night Takeout

Thursday:  Seared Tuna Steaks and Caesar Salad

Friday:  Date Night! Darren's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #279

The AC is back! Woohoo!

Sunday:  Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya with Loaded Cornbread and Salad

Monday:  Darren's Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas with Avocados

Tuesday:  Roasted Broccoli, Butter Beans and Rice with Biscuits

Wednesday:  Tutorial Night Takeout!

Thursday:  Seared Tuna with Asian-Inspired Salad

Friday:  Date Night! Lib's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #278

Well, our AC is dead. We're going to have a new one installed, but until then, we're minimizing cooking as much as possible.

Sunday:  Sandwiches and Broccoli Salad with Peanut Dressing

Monday:  Chef Salad with Turkey, Bacon, and Avocado

Tuesday:  Fruit Salad and Overnight Oats

Wednesday:  Tutorial Night Takeout!

Thursday:  Fish Tacos with Cabbage, Lime, and Avocado

Friday:  Date Night! Darren's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #276

Clubs and tutorials start this week. I have a lot of other evening commitments on my calendar for the next few months. And I'm teaching a new class this year, so I'm super busy!

Sunday:  Darren's Fried Rice and Salad

Monday:  Quick Korean Beef Bowls and Edamame

Tuesday:  Vegetable Thai Curry and Jasmine Rice

Wednesday:  Tutorial Night Take-out!

Thursday:  Seared Tuna Steaks and Asian-Inspired Salad

Friday:  Date Night! Darren's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #274

School starts (too) soon! This Friday is our first teacher work day, and I am NOT ready. But I know that once I see the kids and get back in my room, everything will fall into place.

Sunday:  Brunch @Harvey's and Snack Supper

Monday:  Grilled Chicken (#5) and Caesar Salad

Tuesday:  Fish Tacos with Cabbage, Lime, and Avocado

Wednesday:  Pasta Primavera Bake and Salad

Thursday:  Seared Tuna Steaks with Asian-Inspired Salad

Friday:  Date Night! Darren's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #267

School is out! Graduation was Saturday. Now on to summer and projects. This week, I'm just working on laundry and house chores...

Sunday:  Brunch at Lion Hills Center

Monday:  Chipotle Lime Salmon, Rice, and Salad

Tuesday:  Spinach and Mushroom Quiche and Fruit

Wednesday:  Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad

Thursday:  Darren's Choice - Leftovers or Fried Rice

Friday:  Date Night! Lib's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #250

We are way behind on meal plans. With semester exams, holidays, travel, and all, we didn't do a lot of meal planning, but now we're back in the grind! This semester, Darren and I have different late days at work. It's harder on us, but it makes things easier on Halley pup - we try to consider all family members when making big decisions.

Two semesters ago, when we both got home late on Wednesdays, Halley was unhappy. She was off schedule and anxious. This semester, we trying late nights on different days, so she's never just home alone in the evenings. I hope it helps her be less anxious. She's a good dog friend, and her health and safety are important to me.

Sunday:  Macaroni and Cheese (with MSU edam) and Roasted Vegetables

Monday:  Hamburgers and Chips

Tuesday:  Ham, Corn Pudding, and Green Beans

Wednesday: Darren's Fried Rice

Thursday:  Lib's Chef Salad

Friday:  Date Night! Lib'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 #240

It's the end of the grading period for me, so things are BUSY! We're trying to keep suppers simple this week so hopefully, I can get caught up on grading.

Sunday:  Red Curry Beef with Bell Peppers and Green Beans and Edamame

Monday:  Pizza with Pepperoni, Bell Peppers, and Mushrooms and Salad

Tuesday:  Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad and Pretzel Rolls

Wednesday:  Tutorial Night Takeout!

Thursday:  Seared Tuna Steaks with Rice, Fried Corn Relish, and Salad

Friday:  Date Night! Lib's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #237

After a crazy week of Darren traveling and my car being in the shop, things are almost back to normal...

Sunday:  Cheese Ravioli with Marinated Roasted Vegetables (similar to these) and Salad

Monday:  Carnitas Enchiladas with Green Sauce and Avocados

Tuesday:  Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad and Pretzel Rolls

Wednesday:  Tutorial Night Takeout!

Thursday:  Black Beans and Rice with Sausage and Cornbread

Friday:  Date Night! Darren's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #233

Teacher days started on Friday, and classes start on Wednesday. The 2017-2018 school year is here! I know my schedule will ramp up quickly and stay packed until the end of May. This is my last week without tutorials until December. Here we go!

Sunday:  Cheeseburgers with Sweet Potato Fries and Fruit

Monday:  Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas with Avocados

Tuesday:  Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Zucchini and Spinach Salad

Wednesday:  Seared Tuna Steaks with Rice and Salad

Thursday:   Panko-Crusted "Fried" Chicken with Roasted Cabbage

Friday:  Date Night! Lib's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #232

This is the last week of summer break. Teacher work days start on Friday and classes begin next Wednesday. I'm going to try to squeeze the last bits of fun out of it!

Sunday:  Cajun-Style Jambalaya, Rolls, and Salad

Monday:  Snack Supper – Tuna Salad, Fancy Cheese, Crackers, etc.

Tuesday:  Spaghetti with Pesto and Italian Sausage

Wednesday:  Darren's Fried Rice and Fruit

Thursday:  Breakfast for Supper! (aka Last Night of Freedom! 😉)

Friday:  Date Night! Darren's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #231

I can hardly believe summer is almost over! Our AC has been on the fritz, so we're keeping things simple this week. Hopefully, it will be back in proper working order by Wednesday!

Sunday:  Sweet Peppers Deli

Monday:  Chef Salad with Turkey, Bacon, and Avocado

Tuesday:  Slow Cooker Carnitas Quesadillas with Guacamole

Wednesday:  Fish Tacos with Cabbage, Lime, and Avocado

Thursday:  French Bread Pizzas and Salad

Friday:  Date Night! Lib's Pick!

Meal Plan #229

We've both been traveling, so we haven't been meal planning or really even eating at home. We're both back at home and trying to get back on a regular schedule...

Sunday:  "Grilled" Chicken Tenders, Scalloped Au Gratin Potatoes, and Salad

Monday:  Carnitas Tacos with Cabbage and Cheese

Tuesday:  Pepperoni Pizza Roll-ups and Salad

Wednesday:  Grilled Chicken (#4) Sandwiches with Cream Cheese and Thai Sweet Chili Sauce (similar to the Mugshots burger), Fruit, and Chips

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

Friday:  Date Night! Lib'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 #224

Last week was a whirlwind! I went to LA for a few days for ISEF, then back here for Senior Recognition and graduation! This week should be fairly normal. School is out, but I still have workshops and things to prepare for.

Sunday:  Pork Tenderloin, Unexpected Cheddar Grits, and Caesar Salad

Monday:  Chef Salad with Turkey & Avocados and Pretzel Rolls

Tuesday:  Darren's Fried Rice, Egg Rolls, and Fruit

Wednesday:  Broiled Sandwiches with Chips and Spinach Salad with Strawberries and Goat Cheese

Thursday:  Breakfast for Supper! Pancakes, Sausage, and Fruit

Friday:  Date Night! Darren's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #223

Two days of classes remain, then exams begin. The seniors have graduation practice and their picnic. The juniors have the state history test. Everyone has the honors convocation and taki tiki. It's a busy week!

Sunday:  Roasted Vegetables with Sausage and Spinach Salad with Goat Cheese

Monday: Darren's Spaghetti with Pesto

Tuesday: Slow Cooker Carnitas Burritos with Rice, Black Beans, and Corn Relish

Wednesday:  Fried Rice and Egg Rolls + Baking for Frog-a-thon

Thursday:  Science Department End-of-Year Party (Stuffed Jalapeños)

Friday: Date Night! Darren's Pick!

Meal Plan Monday #221

Sunday:  Roasted Pork Tenderloin and Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Fruit Salad

Monday:  Darren's Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas and Guacamole

Tuesday:  Pepperoni, Bell Pepper, and Mushroom Pizza with Spinach Salad with Strawberries and Goat Cheese

Wednesday:  Tutorial Night Takeout!

Thursday:  Seared Tuna Steaks, Rice, and Caesar Salad

Friday:  Date Night! Darren's Pick!