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Monday, January 23, 2012

Menu Planning Monday. Jan. 23

My Grandmother's Everyday China
  If you know me well, you know I am not a planner. One of my best friends always laughs with me because I often forget to start a crock-pot recipe in the morning and around 5:00 pm suddenly realize my mistake.  The last couple of weeks, I've taken time to think through a menu. I am willing to admit that planning our meals for the week has made my life a little bit easier.

Monday- Sweet and Spicy Bacon Chicken from Full Bellies, Happy Kids. Serve with broccoli and potatoes.
Tuesday- Tuscan Vegetable Soup from Cooking Channel. Serve with salad and garlic bread..
Wednesday- Leftovers from Monday
Thursday- Penne with Artichokes from Chicho's Kitchen. Serve with salad.
Friday - School Event=No Cooking (hooray!)
Saturday-Sleepover at our house--order pizza.
Sunday- Vegetarian "Meat"loaf from Branny Boils Over. Serve with peas and carrots.

So here it is...my little plan for the week!
I'd love to know what's cooking at your house! Feel free to leave a link in the comments section.

Elizabeth
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  1. MeredithMonday, January 23, 2012

    I love it, Elizabeth! I meal plan for the week also. I love looking around at other moms' meal plans for ideas. I have not figured out how to link the recipes. We are having: Sun-Meatloaf & Mashed Potatoes, Mon-Sausage & Pepper soup, Tue-Crock Pot Sesame Chicken, Wed-Mac & Cheese, Thu-Meatball Subs & Fri-Pizza night. I never plan Sat night...we either cook or go out. Bon Appetit!

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  2. Jane CardieMonday, January 23, 2012

    You are sounding very organised Elizabeth, I feel ashamed at my lack or mealtime organisation! I am however trying this tonight http://uktv.co.uk/food/recipe/aid/601562
    As for the rest of the week it is all a bit hazy!!!
    Thanks for your kind comments and beautiful memory you wrote on my blog.
    Jane xxxx

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  3. .....Elizabeth..... Polka Dot SkiesMonday, January 23, 2012

    Meredith,
    Your week looks delicious! I would love your Crock Pot Sesame Chicken recipe. Hope your sweet family has a great week!

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  4. .....Elizabeth..... Polka Dot SkiesMonday, January 23, 2012

    Thanks, Jane! Don't be ashamed at all--I'm just impressed that you know what's for dinner before 5:00 pm:)The mushroom pasta looks delicious-- Please let me know how you like it!

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  5. MeredithMonday, January 23, 2012

    Crockpot Sesame Chicken

    2 1bs. skinless, boneless chicken thighs.
    1/2 c. low sodium soy sauce
    1/3 c. packed brown sugar
    1/4 tsp. garlic powder
    1/4 tsp. ground ginger
    1 Tbsp. ketchup
    1 Tbsp. toasted sesame seeds

    Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker. Whisk together remaining ingredients in a bowl and pour over chicken.Cover and cook on low 6 to 8 hours or on high 3 or 4. Serves 4 - 6.

    I will serve with brown rice & broccoli :)

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  6. MeredithMonday, January 23, 2012

    PS-I have always loved Blue Willow :)

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  7. .....Elizabeth..... Polka Dot SkiesMonday, January 23, 2012

    Meredith--you are awesome! I'm trying it soon!
    This is one of my grandmother's plates. I enjoyed many cozy meals around her kitchen table.

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  8. Jane CardieMonday, January 23, 2012

    Elizabeth, the pasta was a total hit so simple yet so tasty and easy to make which is another bonus!! I did it with garlic ciabatta bread sooooo good!
    J xx

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  9. Jane CardieMonday, January 23, 2012

    Sorry, here I am again. I mean't to say the vegetarian meatloaf looks delicious, I will be trying this for sure. Thanks so much for sharing all these recipes x

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  10. .....Elizabeth..... Polka Dot SkiesMonday, January 23, 2012

    Jane, So glad your pasta was a hit! I love ciabatta bread--I'm going to try your recipe soon!
    You stop by as much as you like, sweet friend!

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  11. Maiden JaneMonday, January 23, 2012

    Sounds so yummy! I love the ideas!

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  12. Beki - TheRustedChainSaturday, January 28, 2012

    Your plate is beautiful.
    And the food all sounds delicious!

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  13. .....Elizabeth..... Polka Dot SkiesSaturday, January 28, 2012

    Thank you, Beki and Jane!:)

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