So, Mr. GC and I have been working on a budget and with that comes creating menu’s for 2 weeks so that I only have to go food shopping 2x a month. Usually this is not too hard for me because I’m a creature of habit and I make the same meals. Over. And over. And over again. Well, in an effort to try and change things up a bit, I’ve created a dinner menu for 2 weeks. Then I created a shopping list to make sure I get all the necessary ingredients and to also make sure that I stick to my list.
Included on my menu is 2 new recipes that I’ll be trying out so I’m going to share my menu with you and then share links to the new recipes I’ll be trying out.
I would also love (and welcome) any feedback regarding what your family favorites are.
Mr. GC gets paid every other Wednesday so my menus will run from Wednesday to Wednesday (and Wednesday is always pizza night because we have church and need a quick and easy meal).
Thursday – Beef Stroganoff in the slow cooker (recipe)
Friday – Burgers, Hot Dogs and Chips
Saturday – Chicken Cutlets, Mixed Vegetables and Scalloped Potatoes
Sunday – Sandwiches
Monday – Spaghetti, Meatballs and Dinner Rolls
Tuesday – Chicken and Red Potatoes, Vegetables
Wednesday – Pizza
Thursday – Tacos
Friday – Ranch Beef and Noodle Skillet (recipe)
Saturday – Chicken Francaise, Rice and Vegetables (recipe)
Sunday – Beef Brisket (recipe)
I’m SO excited about making this!
Monday – HELP!!! I don’t know!
Tuesday – Same as above – what should I make?????
This is going to be the blog hop of all blog hops. 5 days of themed linky parties. And when I say co-hosting, I mean we will have the likes of some wonderfully, talented bloggers teaming up with us. I’m just waiting on confirmation from a few more bloggers and then I will announce the dates and the co-hosts. 🙂
We are also looking for some businesses to sponsor giveaways during parade week. If you have an Etsy store, website or any other business that you think would be a good fit for this blog and want to sponsor a giveaway during parade week, please send me an email. 🙂
XOXO
Diana
www.thegirlcreative.com
Allison says
Cecily says
Sjn says
Debbi Does Dinner Healthy says
The blog hop sound interesting, the only thing I don't like about some blog hops is that they require you to follow. That's why I like your hop on Friday. It's just about finding people, not about how many followers you can get in one day. I want someone to follow my blog if they are actually going to READ it. Thanks!!!
Tonia says
Dorian says
or...
stew beef ala slow cooker (also goes for roast)
I also have this recipe for a chicken tortilla bake that is just scrumptious and the kiddies would love...you can even use leftpver cheicken for it. If interested let me know!!! (BTW...that last one sneaks in veggies!)
AJ says
Amy K says
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k80 @ onegirlsjourney says
Do you use a cookbook or you know the recipes so well? I have some good 'light' cookbooks, but I feel like the recipes are pretty elaborate w/ these intricate ingredients. Any good, simple recipes for some healthy light meals?
I'm going to the nutritionist next week, so we'll see what he says. I sent James to work w/ all the junk food in the house! lol
Tara says
My go-to crock pot recipe came from my mom. It's called Vita's Chicken, but I don't know who Vita is!
Put all of this into a crockpot:
Frozen chicken breasts (however many you'll need)
Bag of frozen corn
Jar of salsa
Can of crushed tomatos
Can of black beans
Packet of taco seasoning
Turn the crock pot on low and come back in 6 - 8 hours. We usually serve it over rice or noodles, topped with cheese and sour cream.
Seriously - I know it looks like it wouldn't make a good dinner, but it's AMAZING!
Tara
www.tarabeingtara.blogspot.com
zahra1964 says
http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/2009/11/braised-short-ribs-heaven-on-a-plate/
[email protected] Not Just Paper and Glue says
We always do so much better when I plan my meals ahead of time. And even better when I do make ahead meals.
imkc says
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whimsy*couture*sewing*tutorials says
My fave chicken recipe is:
-2 to 3 pounds of chicken (any kind/pieces)
-3/4 bottle of sodium reduced bbq sauce
Cook 8 hours!
brown paper packages says
Adena (aka cre82learn) says
Looking forward to the blog hop, sounds fun!!!
Karly says
http://jellybeanjunkyard.wordpress.com/2010/06/11/feeding-five/
or this YUMMY recipe that also re-heats REALLY well:
http://jellybeanjunkyard.wordpress.com/2010/06/30/yummy-recipe/
Zimms Zoo says