Hey Folks!

Well our move was pretty successful and uneventful. . . except for the fact that we still don't have internet service!

I feel so disconnected from the outside world!

Luckily, we were able to stop by my parents' house for Sunday dinner and some quick online business. I won't have a chance to post my recipes until we've got our internet up and running, but I can let you in on my meal plan for the week (just to give you a few ideas!).

Sloppy Joes, Twice Baked Potatoes, Green Salad

Salmon Patties, Cucumbers, Broccoli

Creamy Italian Chicken, Broccoli, Cauliflower

Vietnamese Spring Rolls, Fried Rice

Turkey Alfredo Pizza, Green Salad

Lunch for Dinner- I'm thinking pb&j or grilled cheese

Leftovers

I hope to see you all next week! I am so excited to try A TON of new recipes now that I'll have a little more time on my hands!

Week 29 Meal Plan

Peach season is in full swing in Utah Valley! I am so excited to have Allreds carrying peaches again. This is definitely one of my favorite times of the year. Last year I discovered the most delicious peach pancake recipe from My Creative Stirrings, and I've been looking forward to this time ever since peach season ended last year!

I do have to apologize a little for this week's meal plan. This is a big week for our family because we will be moving out of Grandpa's and into our own home! It seems like that's been a long time coming-- we are so thrilled! That means we will be trying to eat up a few random things before we leave (like turkey) and then scrounging for a few days (ahem, grilled cheese) while we devote ourselves to unpacking.

If you don't have a turkey in your freezer, or if you do and just don't want to turn the oven on all day, then I'd suggest turkey sandwiches using some of the yummy lunch meat that is on sale this back-t0-school time of year!

So without further ado, here is this week's meal plan.

Wednesday- Breakfast for Dinner
Cinna-Peach Pancakes, Hash Browns

Thursday
Marinated London Broil, Broccoli, Cauliflower

Friday- Our big farewell dinner for Grandpa (He loves turkey!)
Turkey, Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy

Saturday- Moving Day!!
We're definitely ordering pizza for all of our amazing volunteer movers.

Sunday
Visiting my parents

Monday
Grilled Cheese, Applesauce, Green Beans

Tuesday
Leftovers

Week 29 Grocery List

This week I will be shopping at Maceys.

Ingredients for Week 29 Dinners
I will be purchasing:
broccoli
cauliflower
1 peach
1 onion
4 potatoes
milk
4 oz sliced cheese
sliced deli meat (optional)
1 1/2 lbs London Broil

I will be using from my pantry:
1 turkey
frozen hashbrowns
Hershey's cinnamon chips
maple syrup
1/2 c pecans
pancake mix
8 slices bread
applesauce
1 can green beans
1 box stuffing mix
turkey gravy mix
flour
poultry seasoning
unseasoned meat tenderizer
oil
lemon juice
seasoning salt
lemon pepper
2 cloves garlic
parsley flakes
vinegar

Cinna-Peach Pancakes, Hash Browns

I love love love these pancakes! I think the combination of flavors is amazing! I have been dying to post this all summer. You can find the full recipe here at the Creative Stirrings blog.

I usually make a big batch of toasted pecans and then keep them in the freezer for any old time the craving strikes. I also keep cinnamon chips in my food storage and freezer for this very recipe.

If you already have pancake mix on hand, then here are some slightly simplified directions.

Simplified Cinna-Peach Pancakes
from Creative Stirrings

Toppings
¼ cup HERSHEY®’S Cinnamon Chips
¼ cup maple syrup
½ cup pecans, chopped
1 large peach, sliced

Pancakes
about 1 1/2 cups pancake mix
¼ cup HERSHEY®’S Cinnamon Chips

In large griddle, toast pecans over medium heat (350˚ F) 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly browned. Remove from skillet; set aside. Keep skillet hot for pancakes.

Meanwhile, in small microwavable bowl, melt cinnamon chips in microwave stirring every 20 seconds. Stir in maple syrup; set aside.

In a medium bowl, mix pancake mix according to package directions. Add 1/4 cup cinnamon chips. Cook 10 small pancakes according to package directions.

To serve, stack two pancakes, slightly overlapping, on each of 5 serving plates. Divide peach slices among the 5 plates placing them on top of the pancakes. Evenly sprinkle pancakes with pecans and drizzle with syrup mixture; serve immediately.

Grilled Cheese, Applesauce, Green Beans

My sister-in-law Amber is the queen of grilled cheese sandwiches. She taught me the secret of sprinkling a little garlic powder inside the sandwiches, and Mmmm it makes 'em good! Grandpa likes to add one slice of ham to his, but I think he's crazy.

Grilled Cheese
8 slices bread
1 1/2 T butter
4 (1 oz) slices cheese
garlic powder
sliced deli meat (optional)

Very lightly butter one side of each slice of bread. To form a sandwich, top one slice of bread, buttered side out, with one slice of cheese. Sprinkle lightly with garlic powder. Top with second slice of bread, buttered side out. Repeat to make 4 sandwiches total. Preheat a griddle or pan t0 medium heat. Place sandwiches in a single layer. As they cook, squish down slightly with a spatula. Once the first side is toasted golden brown, flip sandwiches over. Cook, occasionally pressing down with the spatula, until the second side is toasted golden brown and the cheese is melted.


Sides
applesauce
1 can green beans, salted, peppered, and microwaved

Thank You!

I wanted to give a special thank you to everyone who came out to Maceys last night!

I had a really fun time; I hope you did too! Let's do it again, shall we?

Come to My Class!

I am looking forward to teaching a class at the Provo Maceys on Thursday!

If you are looking for a free date night or just a fun night out with the girls, this is a great option. I'll be demonstrating a few recipes and sharing some meal planning tips (along with a few funny stories along the way). Of course the very best part of all will be the yummy samples at the end!

Here are the details:
Thursday, August 12 at 7:00 p.m.
Provo Maceys (in the Little Theatre)
You can just drop by and see if there's room, but it's best to sign up so we know how many to plan for. Sign up at the customer service desk if you're in the store, or just call 801-356-3216.

Bring your friends and family! I can't wait to see you there!

Week 28 Meal Plan

Are you coming to my class on Thursday? Check out this post for details. And don't forget to call to reserve your spot!


Wednesday
Crunchy Honey Mustard Salmon, Mashed Potatoes, Green Salad

Thursday- Breakfast for dinner!
Something quick and easy before I head out to teach. . .
Egg McMuffins, Hash Browns, Fruit

Friday
Go Out

Saturday
Hamburgers, Round Fries, Corn on the Cob

Sunday
Mexican Lettuce Wraps, Easy Mexican Rice, Corn

Monday
Chicken Stroganoff, Green Salad, Sauteed Zucchini and/or Squash

Tuesday
Leftovers (Making burritos out of the leftover layered bean dip from Sunday, perhaps?)


Check out the grocery list here.

Week 28 Grocery List

I will be shopping at Maceys this week.

Ingredients for Week 28 Dinners
I will be purchasing:
1 zucchini and/or 1 yellow squash
6 potatoes
8 ears corn on the cob
1 lemon
2 heads lettuce
1 onion
fruit (grapes)
green onions
hamburger fixings as desired
hamburger buns
milk
eggs
sour cream
1 (8 oz) pkg cream cheese
optional- 1 tomato
optional- 1 small can olives

I will be using from my pantry:
1 1/2 lbs ground beef
4-5 chicken breasts
12 oz salmon fillets
8 thin slices cheese
8 thin slices ham
1/2 c shredded mozzarella
1/2 c shredded cheddar (I'll just make do with the cheese I have on hand)
English muffins
bread
rice
egg noodles
pecans
1 (14 oz) can chicken broth
1 (10 oz) can cream of chicken soup
1 (14 oz) can refried beans
1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
salsa
red wine vinegar
lime juice
honey
oil
butter
sugar
flour
garlic powder
parsley flakes
cumin
chili powder
minced onion
Italian seasoning
celery seed
frozen peas
frozen corn
frozen hash browns

I will also stock up on:
General Mills cereal (That's a great sale for Reeses Puffs! Nothing like dessert for breakfast. . . or breakfast for dessert!)