Wowie, it’s already Christmas-time which means it’s almost the end of the year. This is the first year I’ve been actually fairly good about uploading recipes, a couple bentos, AND menus on this blog. Maybe next year I’ll also start publishing my writing (would not hold my breath for that). The next menu will mostly be for next year – really just amazing stuff.

Saturday
lunch: mushroom ravioli
dinner: turkey helper, roasted squash

Sunday
lunch: galette + soup
dinner: chicken, mushroom, and spinach calzone

Monday
lunch: sandwiches, salad, boiled egg
dinner: chicken salsa casserole

Tuesday
lunch: calzone, salad
dinner: chicken tikka masala

Wednesday
lunch: pancakes and eggs
XMAS DINNER:
cornish hen, roasted vegetables, wild rice, chocolate-chili mousse

Thursday
lunch: chicken salsa casserole, fruit
dinner: chicken tikka masala

Friday
lunch: sandwiches, carrots and hummus
dinner: leftovers

To Make on Prep Day

Calzones
Chicken Salsa Casserole
Chicken Tikka Masala

Cornish Hen w/ Veggies
Chocolate Mousse

Shopping List

grapes
apples
mushrooms
salad
carrots
small potatoes
brussel sprouts
onions
ricotta
ground turkey
wild rice
cornish hens
semisweet chocolate
eggs
salsa
black beans
hummus
cream
yogurt

I’m doing all my cookie baking this weekend which is a pretty big undertaking it itself so I’m trying to keep meals extra simple so that I don’t get too overwhelmed on Sunday. We will be going out on Saturday to a party but of course that doesn’t really help for the rest of the week!

Saturday
lunch: out @ tea
dinner: out @ Black Bottle Postern (birthday party)

Sunday
lunch: vegetable curry w/ rice and salad
dinner: shrimp and pasta in a white sauce

Monday
lunch: couscous soup, biscuit, fruit
dinner: black bean enchiladas

Tuesday
lunch: galette, yogurt, salad
dinner: baked chicken, mashed potatoes, mixed veg

Wednesday
lunch: salad, boiled egg, fruit
dinner: couscous soup w/ biscuit

Thursday
lunch: galette, yogurt, salad
dinner: black bean enchiladas

Friday
lunch: leftovers
dinner: homemade pizzas

To Make on Prep Day

Slow Cooker Couscous Soup
Zucchini Galette
Black Bean Enchiladas
Shrimp + Pasta in White Sauce
Fluffy Biscuits
Tri Colored Cookies

Shopping List

fruit x 2
zucchini (2)
tomatoes (2)
pepper (2)
onions (4)
milk
stock (2)
pearl couscous
pasta
diced tomatoes with chilis
flour
red food coloring
mazipan (2)
apricot preserves
raspberry preserves
semi-sweet baking squares
black beans (2)
kidney beans (2)
butter (2)
cream cheese
cheddar
cereal
juice tabs
beef jerky

Having a bit of a cold snap week all across the country so it’s time for some delicious, warm food!

Saturday
lunch: leftover pizza
dinner: out @ expo

Sunday
lunch: mushroom ravioli
dinner: turkey soup + matzo balls

Monday
lunch: lasanga cups, salad, fruit
dinner: chicken burritos with avocado-yogurt sauce

Tuesday
lunch: vegetable curry, rice
dinner: mac and cheese

Wednesday
lunch: pear and asparagus salad, hummus, carrots
dinner: vegetable curry

Thursday
lunch: lasagna cups, salad, fruit
dinner: shrimp and green beans with couscous

Friday
lunch: leftovers
dinner: vegetable pasta

To Make on Prep Day

Avocado Yogurt Sauce
Turkey Soup
Matzo Balls
Lasagna Cups
Crockpot Veggie Curry
Caramelized Pears and Asparagus

Shopping List

avocado
pepper
arugula
asparagus
green beans
grapes
oranges
chickpeas
frozen veg (cauliflower + broccoli)
stock
shrimp
wonton wrappers
mozzarella
milk
cereal
cider
hummus

I managed to make it over the hurdle of Thanksgiving so it’s clear on to cookie season now! I won’t be making cooking for another two weeks but I can’t wait to start baking and sharing my cookies with everyone. Or keeping them all for myself, either way.

Saturday
lunch: eggs and toast
dinner: miso udon soup

Sunday
lunch: leftovers from Thanksgiving
dinner: black bean burgers, yogurt sauce

Monday
lunch: egg bake, fruit, yogurt
dinner: chicken korma

Tuesday
lunch: scotch eggs, salad, apple
dinner: veggie stir fry

Wednesday
lunch: chicken korma, rice, salad
dinner: pizza

Thursday
lunch: scotch eggs, chips, salsa
dinner: salmon, couscous, spinach

Friday
lunch: leftovers
dinner: out @ sushi

To Make on Prep Day

Black Bean Burgers
Yogurt Sauce
Chicken Korma
Scotch Eggs
Egg Bake

Shopping List

onions
cucumber
pepper
apples
salad
bananas
pasta
sauce
black beans
yogurt
burger buns
pizza
salmon
milk
cider
cereal

The middle of the month has come and gone and I’m up to 30k words for Nanowrimo and I’m not sure I will make the whole 50k but I’m happy that I got this far. The cold weather has started rolling in and it makes the morning feel really long and slow but I am enjoying the turn away from a short and busy fall. In the meantime I’m still doing mostly boring cooking thanks to being so busy. I even crocheted a scarf this week!

Saturday
lunch: leftovers
dinner: rice and bean bowls

Sunday
lunch: eggs and toast
dinner: roasted chicken, veggies, mashed potatoes

Monday
lunch:  piroshiki, apple, chips/salsa
dinner: pizza

Tuesday
lunch: chicken cesar salad, grapes
dinner: baked salmon, couscous, spinach

Wednesday
lunch: meatloaf, chips/salsa
dinner: miso udon soup

Thursday
lunch: piroshiki, apple, chips/salsa
Thanksgiving dinner:

Red Hook Cocktail

Matzo Ball Soup
Challah
Caramelized Pear & Asparagus Salad with Vinaigrette

Roasted Turkey Breast
Orange-Cranberry Sauce
Gravy
Stuffing
Sweet Potatoes

Cinnamon Maple Whipped Cream
Baked Apples

Friday
lunch: leftovers
dinner: pasta with vodka sauce and spinach

To Make on Prep Day

Orange-Cranberry SauceMatzo Ball Soup

Shopping List

Booze Store:
rye whiskey
sweet vermouth
maraschino liqueur
brandy
cider

Target
gloves
winter dress
plates
bowls
martini cups
table
chairs

Shopping list:
pears (4)
salad
asparagus (1lb)
arugula
onions (4)
baby carrots (2lb)
oranges (4)
lemons (1)
cranberries
apples (8)
sweet potatoes (4lb)
mushrooms

salmon
udon
chicken breast
4-6lb turkey breast

1 package GF noodles
pasta/sauce
chicken broth (3)
matzoh meal

roasting pan
tupperware

sugar
flour
GF flour
cornstarch
cocoa
paprika
GF oats
walnuts

pizza
frozen spinach

butter (3)
eggs (18)
cream

1 loaf GF bread
goat cheese

The middle of the month has come and gone and I’m up to 30k words for Nanowrimo and I’m not sure I will make the whole 50k but I’m happy that I got this far. The cold weather has started rolling in and it makes the morning feel really long and slow but I am enjoying the turn away from a short and busy fall. In the meantime I’m still doing mostly boring cooking thanks to being so busy. I even crocheted a scarf this week!

Saturday
lunch: out @ lunchbox lab
dinner: leftovers

Sunday
lunch: eggs and toast
dinner: salmon + shrimp chowder, challah

Monday
lunch: pizza bites, salad, hummus/carrots
dinner: turkey loaf, salad

Tuesday
lunch: chicken cesar salad, grapes
dinner: spicy shrimp risotto

Wednesday
lunch: meatloaf, chips/salsa
dinner: pasta with vodka sauce and spinach

Thursday
lunch: pizza bites, grapes, hummus/carrots
dinner: beans and rice bowls

Friday
lunch: chicken cesar salad, apples
dinner: leftovers

To Make on Prep Day

Meatloaf
Challah
Salmon-Shrimp Chowder
Pizza Bites
Baked Chicken

Shopping List

onions
celery
salad
peppers
carrots
mushrooms
spinach
frozen corn
grapes
oranges
eggs
shrimp
salmon
milk
cereal
chips/salsa
pasta
coconut milk
red curry paste
breadcrumbs
hummus
Woodchuck Cider (Winter)