Grocery Bag

I am late, late for an important Grocery Bag date.  I can't believe this is the last week of meal planning before Thanksgiving week.  There are a few favorites and a few new recipes on my menu for dinner this week.  Hope you enjoy our ideas!  

Day One

Jennifer's White Chicken Chili

with cornbread

Our friend Jennifer first made this recipe for us way back when T was still in medical school.

I haven't made another chicken chili since.  This one is a staple in our house.

Jennifer's White Chicken Chili

2-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and chopped
4 cans Great Northern beans (I use cooked dried beans)
12 oz jar medium salsa
4 tsp ground cumin
3 C chicken broth (I use homemade stock or water leftover from poaching the chicken)
Ground pepper
8 oz block monterey jack cheese, grated

Heat everything except cheese at least 30-40 minutes. 

Add cheese, grated or in chunks, after turning off heat- do not boil.

Enjoy!

Day Two

Happily Ever Johnson Tortilla Soup 

with mixed green salad

This can be made in the crockpot all day or in a pot in the evening. 

The crockpot version is thicker, more my style.

Day Three

Tuscan Beans on Toast from Cozy Kitchen

with Honey Mustard Green Beans from Real Simple

Two newbies for us.  I will likely serve the kids the beans with toast on the side.

Recipe and photo from A Cozy Kitchen

Recipe and photo at MyRecipes.com

Day Four

Tortellini with toasted nuts from Real Simple

with sweet peas and pears

Recipe and photo at MyRecipes.com

Day Five

Tuna Noodle Casserole from Cooking Light

I am looking for a fabulous Tuna Noodle Casserole recipe, because the dish reminds me of winter evenings growing up.  I am hoping this recipe will be my new favorite.

Recipe and Photo from CookingLight.com

Blessings on your kitchen this week!