Meals at a glance...

I'm not sure who is more excited for the last day of school, the kids or me!  Ask me in about 2 weeks if I'm still excited and my response may be different!  I think we are all ready for a break and a more relaxed routine.

It's been hot and my home does not have central air so sometimes the idea of turning on the stove does not seem appealing.  I plan on using the grill more this week just in case the temperature is high again.

I found some great recipes and ideas in a cookbook titled, Raising The Salad Bar, by Catherine Walthers.  I love it because it has easy recipes that turn salads into a filling meal.

Monday:  Grilled Salmon with mixed greens and mango salsa- wild salmon has been on sale so I'm taking advantage of the price.  The mango salsa is sweet and spicy so it tastes delicious on the fish.

Tuesday:  Edamame, Shrimp & Snow Pea Pasta- a new recipe for me to try. This is a nutritious and pretty dish!  The recipe calls for some wasabi in the dressing which gives a little kick but not too much.  I'll let you know if it's a hit with the kids.  I have a feeling it will be.

Wednesday:  Last day of school! Grilled Flank Steak with Corn on the cob and Chimichurri Sauce-my kids love chimichurri sauce.  It is easy to make and can be used on fish too.

Chimichurri Sauce
3 T red wine vinegar
3 T chopped shallots
2 t minced garlic
3/4 c lightly packed fresh parsley
1/4 c fresh basil
2/3 c olive oil
1/2 t red pepper flakes
salt & pepper

Pulse in a blender.  Taste and adjust the salt & pepper.

Thursday:  BBQ Chicken Legs and Thighs,  Broccoli Slaw, and Brown Rice

Friday:  Odds & Ends Night-hoping to have a picnic dinner on the lake so easy things like cheese and crackers, humus and veggies, pesto pasta salad, chips and salsa, & watermelon

Saturday:  Burgers on the grill, grilled zucchini, & herb potato salad-need to catch up on yard work now that games are winding down so an easy meal to throw together after being outside all day.

Sunday:  Father's Day,  last soccer games and end of season parties!  Making my go to party dishes-Red Quinoa Black Bean Avocado Salad, Arugula Salad with Feta Cheese and Watermelon Dressing, and Heavenly Bars.


Wishing you all a happy week ahead.  Enjoy!

Best,
Donna