Hello and WOW! It’s November and we’re on for the holidays. I told my kids the other day when they were baffled as to why Christmas decorations were being displayed in October, that as soon as November 1st shows up, it’s GO TIME for the holidays.
So true!
I’m actually really excited about the holidays this year. In recent years I’ve struggled a bit with holiday enthusiasm, but I cannot wait to decorate this year and (hopefully) bake a ton.
I got a head start on this week’s menu (which, for our family, is always a mixture of what is on the menu we publish and recipes I’m testing), and after going through the fridge last night, I’ve decided to NOT cook dinner tonight. Instead, we’re eating leftovers because I’ve got French Toast, Chili, Chicken Divan, and Pizza that all needs to be eaten up. It just never makes sense to make more food when I can just serve the family meals we’ve already made.
But, you may not be in the same boat I’m in, and so for you, I’ve got recipes I think you will love.
Here’s what’s on the menu this week:
Swiss Chicken Dinner
Cheesy, crunchy, moist perfect chicken! An elegant dish without all the work, but with all of the flavor.
Meatless Breakfast Tacos
If you are looking for something a little different and lot fun for your weekend breakfast, you're going to want to give these Meatless Breakfast Tacos a try!
Slow Cooker Veggie Lasagna
This easy recipe for slow cooker veggie lasagna is one of those crazy-day busy-parent end-of-day lifesaver kind of meals! Plus...leftovers!
Chicken Shepherd’s Pie
This Chicken Shepherd's Pie may look like a pan full of mashed potatoes, but it is flavorful and zesty, filled with the flavors of Swiss cheese, sage, and thyme!
Chipless Nachos
This easy recipe for chipless nachos is a little healthier than the standard variety, and full of bright colors and smoky, fresh flavors!
Oven Baked Fried Chicken
Got drumsticks in the freezer? Rather with dealing with hot oil and the mess it makes, try this easy, healthier oven baked "fried" chicken!
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!
Rosemary & Maple Glazed Sweet Potatoes
These Rosemary & Maple Glazed Sweet Potatoes are simple, tasty, and pair with lots of different main dishes. Our new favorite way to eat sweet potatoes!
The Best Cheesy Scrambled Eggs
This incredibly simple four-ingredient recipe results in the best cheesy scrambled eggs we know how to make! Breakfast, brunch, or breakfast for dinner!
Grown Up Hot Chocolate
Feeling like you've outgrown your average hot cocoa? Make yourself some grown up hot chocolate from scratch with cocoa, vanilla, salt, milk, and cream!
If you’re excited about the holidays like me, I’m going to share the Thanksgiving Pinterest board. Things are getting pinned to it nearly every day right now, so make sure you check it out!
Have a great week everyone!