Grocery Bag

I have noticed a few things lately.  First, I think my weeks are decidedly more frenzied when I haven't made a meal plan.  Second, when T does the grocery shopping (as he has done for me quite a bit the past few weeks), our fridge is filled to the brim with delicious looking food.  If only I could successfully combine my meal planning with T's shopping ability: meals would be amazing!  Here is my plan for the week.

Day One

Skillet rib eye steak from Martha Stewart

with cabbage cilantro salad, rolls and grapes

T can choose a lovely cut of meat.  It's my job not to over cook it :)

Photo and recipe from MarthaStewart.com

Day Two

Ham and broccoli shells from Finding Joy in My Kitchen

with spinach salad and apple sauce

SnoWhite always comes through with a nice pasta dish.

Photo and recipe from Finding Joy in My Kitchen

Day Three

Sweet and spicy chili from T's aunt Patti

with crackers and broccoli slaw salad

A family favorite that tastes even better the next day.

Sweet and Spicy Chili

One pound lean ground hamburger or ground turkey

One onion, chopped

One large can diced tomatoes

One large can Hormel chili with beans

1/4 cup chili powder

1/4 cup brown sugar

Brown the hamburger and onion in a large Dutch oven.  Add tomatoes, chili, chili powder and sugar. Heat over medium until simmering.  Serve with sprinkled cheese and sour cream.

Day Four

Spaghetti carbonara from Sunset Magazine

with steamed green beans and homemade bread

Photo and recipe from MyRecipes.com

Day Five

Curried lentils in tomato sauce from Everyday Food Magazine

with basmati rice and sautéed mushrooms

Photo and recipe from MarthaStewart.com

Blessings on your kitchen this week!