StoneGable: ON THE MENU MONDAY ~ WEEK OF OCTOBER 14, 2013

Are you thinking of Christmas yet?

I know it's only the middle of October. But this year I am starting my
Christmas shopping extra early (for me) so I can have the bulk of my gifts bought and wrapped by Dec 5th! That's my goal!

I get no joy in shopping or ordering things on-line the week before Christmas. It sucks the joy and ho ho ho right out of me.

So this is a gentle reminder, in the middle of October, for all those with good early shopping intentions...
Start making your list (shopping, that is) and checking it twice!

Then go out and enjoy the beauty of a mid October day!

Now, here's what's ON THE MENU...

MONDAY
BRAISED PORK CHOPS IN ROSEMARY CREAM SAUCE

CHOPPED SALAD

TUESDAY
SALMON WITH MAPLE MUSTARD SAUCE
CUCUMBER SALAD

WEDNESDAY
CLAM PACKAGES WITH HERB BUTTER
Crusty Bread
BAKED ARTICHOKE PARSLEY SQUARES

THURSDAY~ SOUP DAY
PERFECT CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP

FRIDAY
BUTTERNUT SQUASH TRIANGIOLI
ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS

SATURDAY
STEAKHOUSE DINNER
Baked Sweet Potatoes
ROASTED GREEN BEANS AND CASHEWS

SUNDAY~ SOUP DAY
NANI'S CABBAGE SOUP
Crusty Rye Bread

Other recipes ON THE MENU this week...

APPLE DUMPLINGS

KICKED UP CHEX MIX

Remember to

9 comments:

Pinky at Designs by PinkyOctober 13, 2013 at 10:33 PM
Where do you find the butternut squash traingolis??? This sounds delicious!!
Barbara F.October 13, 2013 at 10:36 PM
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Barbara F.October 13, 2013 at 10:53 PM
Fabulous menu as always, Yvonne. Those butternut squash thingies sound so good. I made mashed butternut today. xo
Simply Suzannes at HomeOctober 13, 2013 at 11:06 PM
Suzanne of Simply Suzannes at Home

Great advice in your introduction, Yvonne.
I started buying Christmas gifts last week. I hope to finish by December 1st this year, so that I can enjoy the season without the stresses of shopping in crowds.
Beautiful menu!
Have a wonderful week,
Suzanne
Simply Suzannes at HomeOctober 13, 2013 at 11:08 PM
Suzanne of Simply Suzannes at Home

It's me, again.
I just noticed that you shared my Fall-inspired dinner post . . . Thank you!
I buy my butternut squash triangolis at Trader Joe's. I hope you have TJ's in your area?
Happy Fall baking and cooking,
Suzanne
Jack Newil @ Pharma AnalyticsOctober 14, 2013 at 3:47 AM
Sounds great, but the only problem is finding butternut squash traingolis.
YVonne from MichiganOctober 14, 2013 at 8:14 AM
Good morning! Thanks for your Christmas present nudge. I always say I'll shop early but don't. Now I'm inspired! Hope it's a wonderful week for you!
BeverlyOctober 14, 2013 at 11:36 AM
I am trying to limit the number of days in a week I knock at your door to be fed. But, how do I narrow it down when everything is so delicious? No fear, I forced myself to choose one day for this week. And, that day is Friday! Be sure to prepare extra because I plan to be hungry.

Love you, Yvonne.♥
Beeutiful by DesignOctober 14, 2013 at 7:06 PM
Already have my list started and 6 presents bought-feels great! The green bean recipie sounds great.