I’m sure today will be a quiet Menu Plan Monday what with many of you enjoying the day off in the US for Memorial Day. Guess we’ll see who the die hards are though won’t we 🙂
I have a little confession about my menu plan from last week. Between showings of the house and being invited out to eat I missed making three of the six meals! Thankfully I had planned a really easy week last week so it didn’t really matter. I did make my potluck dish though and let me tell you, the Bread Bowl Seafood Dip was a HUGE success and most definitely my new go to appetizer. It was so easy to make and so very good. You must try it and let me know what you think of it.
If you are looking for a new menu planner to print out be sure to check out these fun ones at Heavenly Homemakers and Get Buttoned Up.
So I’m keeping this short and sweet today and want to wish you all a very wonderful and delicious day. How are you spending the holiday?
Here’s what’s on our menu this week:
Monday: Salmon Quesadillas
Tuesday: Maple Rosemary Chicken (a family favorite!)
Wednesday: Tortellini Bake
Thursday: Leftover buffet
Friday: Cheesy Ham and Pasta Bake (a family favorite!)
Saturday: Roast Pork Tenderloin Supper
Simple Supper Sunday
WHAT’S ON YOUR MENU THIS WEEK?
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Christi says
I guess I’m a die hard! 🙂 We’re spending our Memorial Day painting the house (almost done, woo hoo!) and will grill out later in the afternoon. Hope you have a great holiday with your family.
Kerri says
3 of the 6? Good thing you can just go with the flow so easily…I’m not good at that.
We’re off to a parade in a few minutes….then to a lake for a picnic then back home to grill.
Have a great day!
Liz@HoosierHomemade says
I guess I’m a real die hard, because I have my Monthly Menu today 🙂
Thanks for hosting another yummy MPM! I have some ham in the freezer that needs to be used, maybe I’ll add the Cheesy Ham & Pasta Bake in, it look delish!
~Liz
M @ Betty Crapper says
I missed a few of my meals too. I blame the holiday weekend and Cold Stone Creamery ice cream. Today we are off to the in-laws for BBQ. Can’t wait. Enjoy your day die hards.
Tara V says
no holiday for us in BC. Thanks for hosting. Good luck with the house.
Laura says
Thanks Tara, I’m in BC too!
heather says
I’m not even grilling this weekend…how sad is that? 🙂
Corrie says
No holiday in Alberta either (ours was last weekend) – enjoy your BBQ’s – we got snowed out of ours! 🙂
Laura says
Oh my goodness, I’m moving to Alberta next month and now I’m scared LOL
Alison says
Die hard? Probably not. But I am really trying to keep some sort of plan going. I really need to stay in the habit of doing it, or I’ll end up skipping several weeks at a time.
Laura says
That’s what I like to hear!! 🙂
Crystal & Co says
I really want to try that cheesy pasta bake you make so often. It looks yum! Maybe next week!
Amber @ Classic Housewife says
Heya! I don’t really have anything special to say, I just wanted to say hi, since it’s been forever since I commented. Have a great Monday! =)
Jen Wilson says
I can definitely empathize with the house showings. I HATE those! (Although, obviously, they bring about the desired result of SELLING!)
Your menu this week sounds DELICIOUS!
Steph says
Your menu sounds delicious! I’m going to have to make the Maple Rosemary Chicken & the salmon quesadillas. Those both sound delicious!
Kelli @ 3 Boys and a Dog says
I am usually number 300 or so. LOL!! We must have fewer people because of the holiday. I am excited to play this week since my In The Kitchen With Kelli Series is starting! Lots of kitchen tips, giveaways, blah blah blah. LOL!
I have one post to get scheduled, then I will be visiting the players.
Laura, I have had plenty of times where life hit and I didn’t follow my menu exactly.
Jami @ An Oregon Cottage says
We were planning on doing some yard work, but the rain is pouring- definitely not the kind you can go out in without creating a muddy mess. On to plan B.
aussiemama says
Someone has a cheesy pasta bake recipe? I need it lol. My kids love cheese. And pasta. HAHA.
Anyhow I’m going to be making whole wheat spinach, chicken and artichoke pizzas for us and for a friend that’s having a rough time. With mediterranean salad. That’s for tonight. I have to work out the rest of the week some time today.
Greta @ Mom Living Healthy says
We’re just getting a few things done around the house today. It will be nice to spend time around our home. Other than that, we’re just going to relax and maybe go for a nice walk!
Lexi says
I am starting up a new food-only blog. My other (homeschool blog) is still around though. I too ate too much junk food this past month, so this week is somewhat different…
And Happy Memorial day everyone. Remember those who gave all.
Sophie says
Hey Laura & Other Canadians,
Have you checked out Epicure yet?! I just got my second order from a party and Im trying out the Marinara Sauce tonight! I cant wait to try it! Im all about looking less processed items, this looks so yummy!
Jess says
I’ll have to check out your salmon quesadillas. They sound delish.
lindsey says
We spent all day yesterday cleaning out the garage and I didn’t get a chance to go to the supermarket this weekend, so that is what I will be doing today. Unfortunately my husband has to go into the office for a few hours to do an interview, so our fun might be cut short. I think the kids will spend the day in their pool and we’ll grill tonight.
Millie @ Real Food for Less Money says
I thought that Bread Bowl Seafood Dip thing looked delicious when you posted it last week. I’m definitely trying that next time I have a pot luck to go to.
I’m keeping track again of how much we spend on our Real Food budget. We started eating this way around a year ago and I haven’t noticed a big jump in how much we spend (except when my 22 year old son-in-law was living with us, he eats more than I ever thought possible). It encourages me to know we can eat such good food for such a reasonable amount of money! I know that menu planning is one BIG reason we are able to stay on track. No running to store (15 miles away) for last minute items and dining out is less since it is easier just to make what I have planned. Thanks Laura for doing MPM.
Denise says
We are having a quiet cookout, while my children study for finals. Not very exciting, but since my husband is away, we’re keeping it low key.
Stephanie says
I guess I am a die hard too. We had our celebration yesterday, and are back to life today even though it is a holiday!
Sheena says
Your last week sounds like mine. I missed all the meals I planned for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. We had fun though 🙂
Christy Sheffield says
This was so much fun! This was my first week participating. I’m #114 (but I forgot to put that I was new when I posted my link).
Amy Ramos says
Another die hard b/c I have my menu planned for the week!
Today is burgers and homemade potato salad (fitting for Memorial Day)
Tuesday-pizza night
Wed-fish and corn on the cob
Thurs-leftovers (Thursday is usually designated our leftovers day)
Fri-pasta w/homemade meat sauce
We usually go out on Friday nights but since we went out this past Friday and Saturday nights, I am sick of eating out. Homemade food is so much better!
Scrumptious says
Wow, 3 out of 6 is a pretty average track record for me! Things always turn out differently than I think they will throughout the week…
I’m working today so I totally forgot it was a holiday! Whether or not we’re relaxing today, the show must go on and meals must be made – I shall expect to see full participation, now, menu planners!
Rebecca says
It’s definitely barbecue season here in Montreal.
3/6 is a pretty good track record — it’s partially why I typically don’t plan Friday or Saturday meals. Either I’m eating something scheduled for a previous day, or I’ve found a better offer. 🙂
Jenna says
I just bought a 3 pack of tortellini that was on sale last week, so I might have to try that tortellini bake recipe sometime! I’ve decided to challenge myself to significantly cut down our grocery bill without sacrificing taste or nutrition, so that’s the basis for my menu plan this week.
FoodontheTable says
The maple chicken with asparagus looks great! Thanks for hosting – even on a holiday 🙂
Amy Walker says
Thanks for hosting! Can’t wait to check out other blogs focused on simplicity and frugality!
Racquel says
I love Menu Plan Mondays. Holidays and all 🙂
Tifani says
The seafood dip was so eye-catching last week that I had to add it to my menu this week. I have it listed as an “extra” as I’m not sure what I want to do with it. I may make it when I have my cousin and her friends over to help plan her wedding!!
Jen says
We did so well last week! I’m hoping to make it through the week without diverting!
LivingSoAbundantly says
Thank you for motivation to get together a great menu for the week. 🙂 I do have a question. When you have a leftover buffet, what do you do for vegetables and sides? Are those leftovers, too? I apologize if you’ve already posted about that. Thanks!
Laura says
Usually we have some of those leftover as well. If not then it’s usually just cut up raw veggies for everyone or a simple spinach salad 🙂
Meal Plan Mom (Brenda) says
I’m a die hard too! This week is extra busy for us with it being the last week of school and swim team practice is going strong!
Looking forward to trying the dip you made–I’m always up for a great dip and everyone always expects me to bring a dip of some kind to any function!
Susan @ HGL says
This is my 1st Menu Plan Monday & I want to thank you for providing a great idea & resource for accountability. My hubby finished planting our garden today while Grandma & I worked w/the girls to finish their 4-H projects. I suddenly realized I hadn’t posted my 1st ever Menu Plan Monday & it was already 8pm. So I quickly pulled out my favorite cookbook & made a menu. Whew! I am glad that is done for the week!
Laura says
Welcome to MPM!!
Lauren says
I missed linking up last week, but I’m back on track today!
~~Rhonda says
Laura, we had the BBQ Chicken and Cheddar Sandwiches this week and they were delicious! We’ll be having those again. I used homemade cheddar and herb hamburger buns that were perfect with them. Thanks for the link last week! ~~Rhonda 🙂
Laura says
Oh yes we loved them too!!
Nicole says
Wow! I love your website and have been following Menu Plan Monday for a long time. MPM is what prompted me to finally set up my (very humble) blog to keep a record of my own menu planning. Thanks for inspiring me to be a better mother and wife!
We also tried the BBQ Chicken and Cheddar Sandwiches last week and I agree that they were delicious!
Jane says
I needed some structure, ok organising, and found you just in time
I dont know if My Linky accepted me
so here’s where I am
http://wp.me/pjnmx-1ks
A dull start but underway
Queen of the House says
I wouldn’t consider myself a die hard, but thought this morning, “better late than never”!!! 🙂
CherylK says
What a terrific website! I followed a link from Tiffany’s Eat at Home Blog and am I ever glad I did! Will forward this site to my kids. I think they’ll love it.
Laura says
Thanks for visiting Cheryl!
Dee says
Well, I missed getting this up on Monday, but here it is! Hehe… Monday was kinda off anyway in recouping from the weekend.
I also missed some days last week so I was able to readd those to this week. 🙂
MomsManyProjects says
We skipped a few meals the last couple of weeks, but we’re finally getting to them!
Kristen says
I make a menu for each week and we sometimes get off track as well. Your menu looks great!
Jessica says
Thanks so much for the inspiration!
Mom's Menu Planner says
I’m a little behind this week, with the long weekend, but I just posted my menu for the rest of the week 🙂
Laura@HeavenlyHomemakers says
Hey…thanks for the link to my menu planners! I just asked my friend to design a few new fun summer planners. I can’t WAIT to see what she comes up with!
Becky McCord says
Thanks for the downloads- so cute!! I love the buttoned up one too. So clever. This whole menu plan thing goes against everything I’m naturally inclined to do…. but I love it!! As Alec Baldwin says, “I’m into it!” ha ha ha
Sarah says
Finally started participating in meal plan monday!