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    Meal Plan Monday – Week 6

    Welcome to Meal Plan Monday The day of the week that I plan out our family meals for the coming week, make a grocery list, and go shopping. I like to have a monthly theme and this month our theme is: Desserts!! Click photos or names to find the recipes! Weekly Meal Plan:Monday – Chipotle Chicken and Corn Chowder, Rolls   And My Mom’s Fudge for Dessert!!   Tuesday – Southwest Crispy Chicken Salad   Wednesday – Chili’s Cajun Chicken Pasta, Salad, Garlic Bread Thursday – Cafe Rio Pork Salad, (From my awesome Sister-in-laws Food Blog!)     Friday – Leftovers Saturday – Million Dollar Spaghetti, Steamed Veggies Sunday – Slow Cooker Zuppa…

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    World’s Best Homemade Fudge Recipe

    In my opinion this is the World’s Best Homemade Fudge Recipe!! My mom has been making her delicious Fudge ever Holiday Season since I can remember! I think its the best, you should try it and see for yourself…. Ingredients:1 cup Butter14 1/2 oz. Evaporated Milk4 cups Sugar1 – 12oz pkg. Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips (I use Nestle)5 cups Mini Marshmallows1 tsp. Vanilla1 cup chopped nuts (optional – I leave these out)Directions:1. Cook butter, evaporated milk, and sugar over medium heat until temperature reaches soft ball stage (234 degrees Fahrenheit). Use a candy thermometer and stir constantly with a whisk, so it doesn’t burn or stick to the bottom. This part…

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    Meal Plan Monday – Week 5

    Welcome to Meal Plan Monday The day of the week that I plan out our family meals for the coming week, make a grocery list, and go shopping. I like to have a monthly theme and this month our theme is: Desserts!! Click photos or name to find the recipes! Weekly Meal Plan:Monday – Avocado, tomatoes, mozzarella Sandwich, chips and pico de gallo. (Brownie Bites) Rolo Brownie Bites with Carmel Cream Cheese Frosting (SOOO GOOD!!) Tuesday – Orange Chicken, Rice, Salad (I get the orange chicken at Costco in the freezer section) Wednesday – Brown Sugar Meatloaf, Steamed Broccoli, Rolls   Thursday – Sausage Breakfast Casserole, Toast, Orange Juice Friday – Leftovers…

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    Meal Plan Monday – Week 4

    Welcome to Meal Plan Monday The day of the week that I plan out our family meals for the coming week, make a grocery list, and go shopping. I like to have a monthly theme and this month our theme is: Soups/Stews/Chilies. Click photos or name to find the recipe! Weekly Meal Plan:Monday – Chili, Salad, Cornbread Tuesday – Cheeseburger Soup, Fruit Salad Wednesday – Big Salad, Fresh Fruit (Just a big ole salad with hard boiled eggs, cherry tomatoes, croutons, and dressing!)   Thursday – Thanksgiving Dinner!!! This is what I will be making to take to my In-Laws for Thanksgiving… And my Mom’s Famous Fudge!!  (I’ll post a recipe soon)…

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    Meal Plan Monday – Week 3

    Welcome to Meal Plan Monday The day of the week that I plan out our family meals for the coming week, make a grocery list, and go shopping. I like to have a monthly theme and this month our theme is: Soups/Stews/Chilies. Click photos or name to find the recipe! Weekly Meal Plan:Monday – Black Bean & Salsa Soup on Rice, Salad, Rolls  Tuesday – Roasted Veggie Quinoa, Fruit Salad Wednesday – Chicken Alfredo, Salad, Bread   Thursday – Southwest Crispy Chicken Salad   Friday – Pita Pizza, Fruit Saturday – Leftovers   Sunday – Turkey Sandwich, chips and dip Yummy, Yummy!! Have a great week everyone!  To view more please…

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    Southwest Crispy Chicken Salad Recipe

    McDonald’s Copycat Southwest Crispy Chicken Salad Recipe Ingredients:LettuceCrispy Chicken, cooked and diced (I use Costco’s breaded chicken in the freezer section)Corn (roasted optional)Black Beans (rinsed and drained)Tomatoes diced (grape tomatoes are the best!)Shredded CheeseCrushed ChipsLimeSouthwest DressingRanch Dressing 1 tblsp. Lime Juice1 tblsp. Honey1 tblsp. Yellow Mustard1/4 bunch of Cilantro chopped Directions:Chicken Glaze-Mix together lime juice, honey, mustard, and cilantro. Coat cooked chicken with glaze, set aside. *Layer Lettuce with all toppings, including glazed chicken. Squeeze a little lime on top, and top with a blend of southwest and ranch dressing! So easy and so delicious!! To view more please visit my blog!

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    Meal Plan Monday – Week 2

    Welcome to Meal Plan Monday The day of the week that I plan out our family meals for the coming week, make a grocery list, and go shopping. I like to have a monthly theme and this month our theme is: Soups/Stews/Chilies. Click photos or name to find the recipe! Weekly Meal Plan:Monday – Chicken Parmesan, Green Beans, Rolls (Dessert: Monday Nights) Chocolate Chip Cookies Tuesday – Tacos, Fruit Wednesday – Goulash, Salad, Toast Thursday – Ethiopian Cabbage Dish, Fruit, Rolls Friday – Potato Tacos   Saturday – Leftovers   Sunday – Quinoa Chili, Steamed Carrots, Salad Grocery List: (This is a list of items you would need to make this menu…

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    Cajun Jambalaya Recipe – Quick and Easy Dinner

    Quick and Easy Cajun Jambalaya Recipe Ingredients: Turkey sausage links, cut up (3-4 links or more if you like) 2 cups frozen veggie bled of your choice 2 cups of rice (of your choice), cooked according to directions 2 cans diced tomatoes, 1 blended up in blender or magic bullet 2 tsp. Cajun Seasoning 1 tbsp. Olive Oil   Instructions: 1. Heat up the veggies on med. high heat in the olive oil. 5-7mins. 2. Add everything else into the pot (rice should already be cooked). 3. Cook until heated through.   *It’s healthy and delicious! Enjoy!  To view more please visit my blog!

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    Meal Plan Monday – Week 1

    Welcome to Meal Plan Monday The day of the week that I plan out our family meals for the coming week, make a grocery list, and go shopping. I like to have a monthly theme and this month our theme is: Soups/Stews/Chilies. I will plan at least 1 meal for the week that goes along with the theme. Click photos or name to find the recipe! Weekly Meal Plan:Monday – Pita Pizzas, Veggies, (Dessert: Monday Nights) Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats Tuesday – Cajun Jambalaya, Salad, Fruit   Wednesday – Breakfast Burritos (sausage, eggs, potatoes, cheese), FruitThursday – LeftoversFriday – Chicken/Potatoes/Veggie Bake, Fruit salad, Rolls   Saturday – Sausage Egg Cheese McMuffins, Fruit…

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    Award Winning Crockpot Chili Recipe

    The most yummy Chili you will every taste, at least I think so:) My Crockpot Chili has won the “Best Chili Award” at our ward Trunk or Treat party. So give it a try, it is perfect for putting in the crockpot on a Sunday morning before heading off to church. You’ll come home to a yummy smelling house and a delicious meal! Just follow the recipe below. Enjoy! Ingredients:1-1/2 lbs. ground Beef or Turkey1 Onion, diced2 cloves minced Garlic3 sticks Celery, chopped1 Red Pepper, chopped1 can Kidney Beans2 cans diced Tomatoes1 can Tomato Sauce1 small can diced Green Chilies1 can Corn1 Chili Seasoning package1/4 cup Ketchup1/2 cup Salsa (I use the…