Tonight was ham steak, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables and iced tea.
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
I read an article waiting at the doctors office today that says if you plan your meals in advance, not just right before you go home to fix them, that you'll eat healthier and will eat less.
I fixed chicken with rise, green peas and baked Johnny a sweet potato. We had it again tonight and the chicken and rice was better than last night.
Johnny came home early today and I wasn't here. When I got home he had fried chicken wings, made potato salad (by himself) and cooked some vegetables on the grill. I am stuffed like a Christmas goose.
we are having cereal for diner. I'm not cooking again. I cooked two meals already today, and tomorrow will be a big cooking day. 'Me is on holiday tonight'!
Last edited by cricket; Jul 3rd, 2009 at 07:18 PM.
Cricket
Ah, summer, what power you have to make us suffer and like it. ~Russel Baker
don't blame you one bit Cricket. The food was great and I'm still full but I had to do the cleaning and there was grease everywhere. Frying chicken makes a mess.
and why is it that men think they've done such a GREAT service by cooking but then they don't clean up afterward? did they miss a meeting? cleaning up is PART of cooking, right??!! OK....I'll go to bed now before I get myself in trouble.
Cricket
Ah, summer, what power you have to make us suffer and like it. ~Russel Baker
and why is it that men think they've done such a GREAT service by cooking but then they don't clean up afterward? did they miss a meeting? cleaning up is PART of cooking, right??!! OK....I'll go to bed now before I get myself in trouble.
yep cricket I agree. when you are right, you are right---
I had better get out of her too --g'night
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Life isn't about how to survive the storm, but how to dance in the rain!! .....
and why is it that men think they've done such a GREAT service by cooking but then they don't clean up afterward? did they miss a meeting? cleaning up is PART of cooking, right??!!
Oh, I dunno, Cricket.
When I was married to Maxi's dad, we took turns. If I cooked, he would clean up. If he cooked, I would. Whoever wasn't doing the clean up would mop the floor & make the coffee and get us all set up for our evening activities. We thought whoever cooked should be off the hook for the clean up.
But at my sister's house, after she had cooked, my brother-in-law would get out his guitar. The whole family would stay in the kitchen, singing, and helping my sister with the cleanup. They'd get done in record time and be able to sit with the coffee together.
I guess different things work in different homes.
I use a splatter screen over the pan when I fry chicken so I don't get the mess.
Tonight we had...
Chicken soup and turkey sandwiches and Cheese Doodles.
Not too unrepectable, considering Friday night is my low point of the week.
Merme
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
Tonight it is only 56 degrees here, so I'm having scrambled eggs w/ cut up small bits of spicy Italian sausage in them, toast, and diet Orange soda.
Merme
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
Tonight is pork & beans with a big dab of mayo and a small handful of finely chopped onions served over a piece of bread on a plate. YUMSVILLE!!!!
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
Tonight is Shrimp Scampi . Angelhair Pasta with seasoned Petite chopped tomatoes in a marinara type sauce, on the side was Chicken piccata with artichokes and capers. And It was Cooked for me when got home from work. By my out of state company. Gotta LOVE that!
"Grace without perfection is more to be desired than perfection without grace."
Tonight is Shrimp Scampi . Angelhair Pasta with seasoned Petite chopped tomatoes in a marinara type sauce, on the side was Chicken piccata with artichokes and capers. And It was Cooked for me when got home from work. :grin By my out of state company. Gotta LOVE that!
sounds like a especially good supper, Diane--not to mention a very nice surprise !!!
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Life isn't about how to survive the storm, but how to dance in the rain!! .....
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
I might have mentioned this on here before but can't remember. One thing I fixed last night was boiled red potatoes with thick sliced squash, diced onion and a little cabbage and added butter and salt and pepper at the end. It gets sort of thick at the end and it tastes great.
Tonight I tried one of Ginger's recipes. She fixed it for me and I loved it. Had to buy a food processor to make this stuff.
Roasted Red pepper Pasta to which I added chicken because if there's no meat Johnny thinks he hasn't eaten.
Johnny walked in said "ewww. What is that? It looks like sewage." He ate a few bites and said he was getting cereal. So he had cheerios and I ate ALL the pasta cuz it's good.
Diced potatoes fried with tiny bits of sausage (a patty I cut up) and eggs. Toast. YUMMY!
Merme
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
Last night we had spaghetti and garlic bread with a lettuce salad. Tonight we go to have dinner at James' brother's house. It is the last night their family from Louisiana is in town so we are all having dinner together. I believe they are keeping it simple tonight....hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad, etc. I am bringing a veggie tray. Most of James' sister's do not work in the summer because they work at the school. I figure they can make the time consuming stuff since they are home all day and I am at work. Really though, I don't have time to make anything before tonight. Last night I cut up all my veggies and am calling that good!
I agree totally with your decision on that one Jess.
Yesterday at a meeting I asked a lady what she was having or dinner and she said tuna fish. It's been years since I had a tuna sandwich so I stopped on the way home, bought a can, added dill pickles, boiled eggs, mayo, tomatoes and put it all on squishy, no nutrition white bread and it was GREAT. May eat it again tonight.
Last night I had a cup of noodles and a bologna sandwich. That was pretty good for me while Maxi is away.
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
Last night we had a variety of foods....a potluck with the family. Burgers, corn on the cob, salads, cheesy potatoes and the list goes on and on. We had a black eyed pea salad (I don't know what else you would call it) that was fantastic! I had never had black eyed peas before. They are not really something that we eat up here. It was good though. They told me the recipe and it is so easy too which is a bonus!
Not sure what we are having tonight....guess I better start thinking about that. Anyone have any great ideas??
I just picked up some focaccia bread rounds. I will take one of those and fill it with dry salame, chicken, provalone and some veggies and lettuce and dressing, wrap it tight and put it in the fridge weighted for a flat tasty sandwich cut into serving sized wedges. I am so into grab and eat type foods and cold to offset the heat.
~Tina
Drama Free Zone. What every gardener loves the most, Begins and ends in rich compost. (Tina)
Last night was steak w/ onions, smashed red potatoes (with skins), and corn on the cob.
Tonight was cheeseburgers, fried potatoes and green beans.
Merme
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
I had planned on fish, homemade pinto beans, salad, and cornbread. I got tired, so we just had fish and salad. the beans aren't even ready yet...another half hour. so tomorrow we will have the beans and cornbread with some roast!
Cricket
Ah, summer, what power you have to make us suffer and like it. ~Russel Baker
Tonight Easy Lettuce wraps Thinly sliced tomatoes cucumbers red onion pepper jack cheese deli smoked turkey all drizzled with raspberry vinaigrette rolled up in a crispy lettuce leaf, with baby gherkin sweet pickles on the side
too hot here to cook,, we just wanted something light tonight. Oh , and a tall glass of iced tea
"Grace without perfection is more to be desired than perfection without grace."
Tonight Easy Lettuce wraps Thinly sliced tomatoes cucumbers red onion pepper jack cheese deli smoked turkey all drizzled with raspberry vinaigrette rolled up in a crispy lettuce leaf, with baby gherkin sweet pickles on the side
too hot here to cook,, we just wanted something light tonight. Oh , and a tall glass of iced tea
Went to the farmer's market. I got baby reds, sweet corn and cucumbers. I think I will make cucumber salad, baby reds, sweet corn and maybe pork tenderloin. Will have to see what meat looks good when I stop at the store.
Diane, that wrap sounds good - if you make it for me. And Jes you're tenderloin and veges sound great. I'm not cooking. It's too hot and I want to take a nap. Johnny said he thought about making spaghetti but it's too hot for spaghetti.
Jessica, I ate that tuna for lunch and dinner for 2 days. It was great. I mentioned what I was eating to one of my sisters when she called and she said "hmmmm, tuna. Let me see if I have a can. Haven't had it in months." And she did and ate it too.
I ended up not eating last night but I fixed Johnny hot dogs, green beans and a salad.
Tonight I'm having a salad from our garden. He's on his own.
same for me I took out enchiladas from the deep freezer I made a month ago slow heated them up in the oven. and later I thawed out a frozen chicken cordon blue baked it and ate it too
"Grace without perfection is more to be desired than perfection without grace."
Spaghetti made with our favorite Angel Hair pasta.
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
I love cantaloupe too Cindy!! but all I have in the house is watermelon right now.
Supper tonight was Healthy requests chicken soup & Bugels instead of crackers.--I should have made myself some soup back when I made Emily some---but oh well the bugels made up for it-- .
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Life isn't about how to survive the storm, but how to dance in the rain!! .....
Tonight I am making my famous chicken parmesan, complete with what the kids call "special pasta", and my famous chopped salad. Of course, the only thing that I can eat is the salad so I'll have to figure out something else for me, or maybe I'll just have salad for dinner, probably would be good for getting rid of my quitting smoking fat, lol.
were having 'I forgot to thaw anything, so I'll be transforming leftovers into something new' for supper tonight.
I'm taking the baked mushroom chicken from two nights ago, rinsing off the sauce, and probably slicing it into long strips. I'll make rice to go with it, and maybe some cornbread.
Cricket
Ah, summer, what power you have to make us suffer and like it. ~Russel Baker
were having 'I forgot to thaw anything, so I'll be transforming leftovers into something new' for supper tonight.
I'm taking the baked mushroom chicken from two nights ago, rinsing off the sauce, and probably slicing it into long strips. I'll make rice to go with it, and maybe some cornbread.
i like to reuse leftovers that way cricket. in fact, did something similar on wed night!
chicken again tonight. tonight we had thighs. BUT, I baked them with some spicy brown mustard and garlic salt. WOW! they were a big hit. I bought this spicy brown mustard a while back cause it was on sale for 60 cents. no one has even touched it, so I diluted some in some water and baked it with the chicken. It tasted even better than it smelled!
Cricket
Ah, summer, what power you have to make us suffer and like it. ~Russel Baker
Last night we had almond chicken and rice. It was a new recipe and was yummy. Easy too!! I will share it here once I am home and have the recipe in front of me.
I am trying and trying to remember. I have decided that all I had to eat yesterday was Mac Donald's food with Teddy about noon. Not the best nutrition. I will do better today as it is much cooler.
~Tina
Drama Free Zone. What every gardener loves the most, Begins and ends in rich compost. (Tina)
Sorry, forgot I posted here. Special pasta is just pasta noodles, any kind works. Once the pasta is cooked you add a stick of butter and just a little bit of spaghetti sauce. Maybe 1/4 of a jar. Stir is all together and add parmesan cheese. It's buttery and not being heavy on sauce gives it it's special taste.
For Aros's birthday dinner tomorrow (his birthday is Tuesday but I have to work) I'm cooking a prime rib roast. We're having my creamy salad, steamed broccoli and carrots, my famous garlic mashed potatoes, and he wants a chocolate cream pie, from fred meyer because he really likes theirs. As for tonight I'm cooking BBQ ribs, baked beans, coleslaw, and corn on the cob. For myself I'm making chicken and artichoke alfredo. I found a gluten, dairy, soy free alfredo sauce that I'm going to try. I hope it's good.
We had homemade Beef Stroganoff. It was pretty yummy!!
Merme
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
Chicken brocoli noodle casserole. I HOPE it turns out as good as the one my first EX-Mother In Law used to make but I don't have her recipe....
Merme
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
Delivered fish sandwiches, french fries and onion rings!
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
Tonight I'm trying something new. I'm going to try making risotto with some fresh grilled veggies. I bought and eggplant, zuchinni, one each yellow, red, and orange bell pepper. Wish me luck!
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
Top round steak wrapped in bacon and smothered with stewed tomatoes then roasted at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. Parmesean couscous and green beans.
Merme
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
Homemade shaved steak & cheese sandwiches, fried potatoes and carrots.
Merme
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
Ham steaks, baked potatoes, green beans and applesauce.
Diane your pork chops and corn bread sound YUMMY!!
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
Pork Loin Roast with potatoes, carrots, and cabbage on the side.
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
fried potatoes with eggs and hamburger mixed in....
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
Was wishing we had fixings for a nice garden salad to go with, but that'll have to wait til grocery shopping on Thursday.
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
Tonight is leftover pork loin w/ gravy and noodles.
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
That sounds like some good meal there, Carol Jean!
Tonight is pot roast with all the vegetables .... potatoes, celery, onion, carrots, turnips....
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
Tonight we are having large baked potatoes stuffed with sea scallops wrapped in bacon. Ohsovery yummy!
Merme
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
We are going to have ham steak, baked sweet potatoes, and green beans.
Merme
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
We are having stuffed pork chops, spaghetti squash, corn and mashed potatoes....
And Maxi will be drinking his rare treat of OJ mixed with Diet Ginger Ale, the lucky kid!
Merme
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
Your dinner sounds wonderful too Merme. I am glad that maxi is getting a treat as well That is so important to give them a treat every once inawhile.
we have not had chops for awhile now--I think I may have to buy some soon. I have never fixed spaghetti squash, is it hard to do?
tonight we are having smoked sausage. I hope it does not bother Rod's stomach. we usually have turkey sausage, but this was on sale--
to go with I think we are going to have sauerkraut and boiled potatoes. my mom used to cook them all together, I have not done that for years. perhaps I will try it again today.
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Life isn't about how to survive the storm, but how to dance in the rain!! .....
We were given two hands to hold, two eyes to see, two ears to listen & two legs to walk. But why were we given only one heart? The other heart was given to another for us to find.
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Special pasta is just pasta noodles, any kind works. Once the pasta is cooked you add a stick of butter and just a little bit of spaghetti sauce. Maybe 1/4 of a jar. Stir is all together and add parmesan cheese. It's buttery and not being heavy on sauce gives it it's special taste.
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