Since yesterday was the kick off for the NFL season, I found it very fitting to use the occasion to make my first batch of chili for the season. It was pretty good, if I say so myself! One of the reasons I like fall is the food - from the new assortment of fall fruits and vegetables to the soups, chilis and casseroles - all comforting on cool days.

We have a pretty busy week so it is essential that I have my menu worked out in advance this week. Here it is:

• Monday -Crazy sports schedule night - healthy fast food
• Tuesday -Leftover chili and fresh cornbread muffins
• Wednesday - Orange Chicken rice bowl
• Thursday - English muffin pizzas, veggies & dip
• Friday - Tacos using corn shells only - my niece and nephew will be visiting and dinner will need to be gluten-free

What’s on your menu this week? If you need ideas, feel free to check out my Menu Plan Monday archives or head over to Laura’s at Organizing Junkie for links to hundreds of menus this week.

Posted on September 8th, 2008 by Char
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Memories of this summer - my hydrangeas in full bloom.

Posted on September 3rd, 2008 by Char
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Happy Labor Day! It just dawned on me that even though we all have a day off today, it is still Monday and that means I need to get ready for the week ahead.

• Monday - Grilled bratwursts, sauerkraut, steamed veggies
• Tuesday - Driving the sports shuttle (swim, gym and an ice hockey game) - we will be grabbing semi-healthy dinner out
• Wednesday - Homemade, kid-made chicken pot pies, fruit crisps for dessert
• Thursday - Chili in the slow cooker, corn bread, veggies and dip
• Friday - Pepperoni bread, tossed salad

What’s on your menu this week? Laura at I’m an Organizing Junkie is the ring leader for this fabulous weekly routine and she always has great recipes herself, plus you can find hundreds of additional menus from all of the participants for the week.

Posted on September 1st, 2008 by Char
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