Our Menu this Week, 7/28

My meal goals this week:

at least two meatless lunches or suppers
quick and easy — I’ve got some clutter to conquer and apple pie filling to make!
use up fresh, free produce
climb back on the bean wagon, I’ve been trying to feature more beans in our meals
I’m not going to plan for Sunday. If I plan too far in advance it seems to all get thrown out the window anyway.

Monday, 7/28

Granny Smith Coffee Cake (leftovers from yesterday)
Sandwiches, fresh fruit and veggies
Catalina Taco Salad, apple crisp and homemade ice cream

Catalina Taco Salad This is a great meatless, “measureless,” hot-day main dish salad.

one head of lettuce, chopped (I use Romaine or a green leaf mix)
chopped green onions
shredded cheddar cheese
1 or 2 cans ranch style beans
one bottle Catalina salad dressing (I use less)
chopped tomatoes
corn chips

Rinse and drain the beans. Mix the chopped lettuce, green onions and cheese in a large bowl. Right before serving add the tomatoes, beans, and dressing. Mix together. Serve over corn chips.

Tuesday, 7/29

waffles and sausage
black bean nachos, fruit
zucchini and kielbasa (based on this TOH recipe) with cornbread muffins. For the zucchini and kielbasa I like to use both yellow squash and zucchini. I use frozen corn and fresh diced tomatoes — rotel would also be good, I think. This is a GREAT skillet meal.

Wednesday, 7/30

oatmeal with raisins
chicken/black bean quesadillas with lettuce, tomato, salsa and sour cream, fruit
sloppy joes (make a double batch), cheesy zucchini fries, deviled eggs

Thursday, 7/31