menu plan

I am getting much better at planning our weekly menu. This past week we stuck to it & never went out...that's a big deal around here! The weather here in Franklin has been beautiful this weekend. I think we are finally through with all of that 100+ degrees nonsense. Fall is just around the corner & I can't wait to start using the crockpot for some yummy soups, stews, and pot roasts!

I have a husband to eat dinner with almost every night this week--lucky me! Here is our menu:

Sunday: chicken and spanish rice quesadillas

Monday: Beef tips over egg noodles -- loved when my mom made this when I was younger! I'm trying out a new recipe...I'll let ya know how it turns out!

Tuesday: Garlic chicken stir-fry with white rice

Wednesday: Mexican casserole...new recipe...posted below:)

Friday: BBQ chicken pizza

Mexican Casserole

1lb ground beef

1 chopped small onion

1/2 of a bell pepper, chopped

1 can diced tomatoes (I got the ones with chiles added)

1 can whole kernel corn

1 8oz. can of tomato sauce -- I may use enchilada sauce...

2 tbsp chili powder

A few handfuls of crushed tortilla chips

Shredded mild cheddar cheese

Brown the beef, onion, and bell pepper together. Drain. In a casserole dish, combine the beef mixture, tomatoes, corn, tomato sauce, and chili powder. I may go crazy and add black beans! I live on the edge. Mix well and then bake for 30 minutes on 350. Top with the crushed tortilla chips and some cheese. Bake until cheese is all melty.