Hey, guys! It's been a few weeks since we've sent out a weekly menu. If you follow me on Facebook or Instagram you probably know that we went to California over Labor Day weekend and then directly upon returning home, we had to evacuate our house for six days due to wildfires in our area, threatening our home and many, many others. It was a very scary time. I mean I was so stressed out and scared...but at the same time I felt like that whatever happened, whether our house was taken out or saved (our house is fine and so is our town thanks for so many firefighters and volunteers!), I felt peace.
It's hard to explain the way it feels, but suffice to say our gracious Heavenly Father provided for us in abundance and granted me a peace about our house. I did have a bit of FOMO when it came to not thinking about grabbing any personal mementos, but Josh was great about setting my perspective in the right area - everything I really cared about and couldn't replace was there in the truck with me (Eden, Christian, and Ruby - Grace was safe at work!).
I've been careful to record God's blessings for us during these past couple of weeks in my growth book (a project my friend Bree runs) so I'll always be able to look back and recall when the time comes that I (no doubt) doubt again. But that is the beauty of recording His blessings and mercies - they become fresh and new and give me more faith in Him and His power.
That said, it doesn't minimize how wild the last two weeks have been, and after being home for a few days, we headed out on our annual fall family vacation - I think we all need the rest, which is exactly what this vacation is for!
Now, onto this week's menu. Vacation menus are flexible, of course, but I wanted to share a menu with you in case you needed some dinner ideas for the week.
One Pot Country Lentil Soup
Your pantry can come to your rescue again with this easy, hearty, super tasty, and crazy healthy one pot country lentil soup!
Mexican Lasagna
This delicious family favorite Mexican Lasagna recipe is made mostly from ingredients we always have in the pantry and it comes together in just 30 minutes!
Black Bean Nacho Burgers
I feel like these black bean nacho burgers are the kind of vegetarian burger even a meat-lover can get behind!
Honey Ginger Stir Fry
This simple, flexible recipe for honey ginger stir fry with chicken should be one of your go-to easy weeknight dinner recipes!
Philly Cheesesteak Pizza
Love the classic combo of steak, cheese, and fried onions? Turn that sandwich craving into pie form with this easy and quick Philly Cheesesteak Pizza!
Amish Pumpkin Pancakes
This traditional Amish pumpkin pancakes recipe can also be sweet potato-based, but no matter how you make it, it's an autumn breakfast treat!
Baked Italian Sausage Penne
This recipe for baked Italian sausage penne is one of the most tried and true in our home kitchen! We've been making it for years - its simple, warm flavors and heartiness make us happy when it's cold and rainy out!
Fall Foods Board on Pinterest
Hundreds of fall food ideas for you on this board! Desserts, chilis, sides, baking, breakfast - you name it!
Since the first day of fall lands on Tuesday, September 22, I thought I'd share my Fall Foods board on Pinterest. It's not organized in any particular way, but it does boast a ton of dinners, breakfasts, snacks, and desserts that may interest you as we begin a brand new season.
I hope you all have a great week and we plan to be back sharing posts with you again!
Katherine Kelley says
Thank you for this post & your heartfelt comment about trusting God in such a scary time! Very happy that your home was spared. Saving all the recipes to make soon.