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Menu Plan Monday!

Posted on December 8, 2008 by joelen

So this week will be interesting as I have a big party to cater this Saturday… for nearly 60 people… in our home. As we move through the week, dinner will need to be stress free as possible. Thankfully I’m off today so I can prepare a few things in advance. Here’s what I have planned:

Monday: Dining out & running errands

Tuesday: Caribbean Marinated Ahi Tuna Steaks

Wednesday: Maple & Brown Sugar Pork Tenderloin w/mashed sage sweet potatoes & broccoli

Thursday: Dining out & running errands

Friday: Grilled Ham & Swiss Paninis

Saturday: Floribbean Holiday Party

Sunday: Leftovers

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Menu Plan Monday!

Posted on December 1, 2008 by joelen

In an effort to get my meal planning straight, I’m participating in Menu Plan Monday, hosted each week by I’m An Organizing Junkie. Check out the site – it’s pretty informative and a great resource!

Monday: Turkey Parmigiana Lasagna

Tuesday: Herbed Sauteed Salmon with Creamy Leeks & Bacon

Wednesday: Dinner out after running errands

Thursday: Herb Crusted Pork with Brown Rice & Sugar Snap Peas

Friday: Turkey Tacos with Spicy Corn Relish & Guacamole

Saturday: Dinner out with friends

Sunday: Roasted Lemon Chicken with Capers & Olives and Mashed Yukon Potatoes

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