falling into fall

violet alice eating peas for the first time!!

preschool has been in full swing for over 2 months now which means we've all had a couple of colds and the stomach flu by now...it makes monthly menu planning a little more difficult. however, i am still planning my dinners.  i just do it for every 7 - 14 days.  whatever i can muster. *wink* i also make a big salad that i keep in the fridge for the week for quick lunches or snack, as well as, another snack like granola or muffins. some of these are repeats, i know, but they are so good!!!

here is a menu plan for next week:

sloppy joes with fries and coleslaw

{coleslaw recipe found in the dals cookbook}

butternut squash with orzo, bacon, and parmesan

{i'm simply roasting squash and tossing with orzo, bacon, parm, olive oil, and seasoning}

flounder with roasted fennel and potatoes

{see below}

homemade franks & beans

chicken, ham, and cheddar roll-ups with roasted broccoli

slowcooker tomato basil soup with grilled cheeses

turkey meatball soup with greens

{i'm using sausage since i have a ton in the freezer}

take & bake cheese pizza

{friday is pizza & movie night at our house so we treat ourselves to take out}

spinach salad

dark chocolate banana breakfast muffins

lately, i've been checking out cookbooks at the library before i commit to buying them.  the latest one i picked up was the fresh 20 cookbook.  it is a total winner and on my wishlist now.  here is my take on one of her recipes...

flounder with roasted fennel and potatoes

1 lb flounder or tilapia

1 bulb of fennel, sliced thin

4 yukon gold potatoes, sliced thin

1 onion, sliced thin

olive oil

salt

pepper

paprika

preheat oven to 450 degrees.  toss veggies in olive oil. salt, and pepper.  spread out on baking sheet and cook for about 20 - 25 minutes or until potatoes are tender.  heat oil in skillet.  season fish with salt, pepper, and paprika.  saute fish in pan, cooking about 4 minutes on each side.  serve with veggies. 

for more ideas check out my post baby meals board or the what's for dinner page.

happy cooking!!