Sunday, September 9, 2012

ON THE MENU MONDAY~ Week Of September 10, 2012


I am such a seasonal cook! How about you? Here at StoneGable, we have turned over a new leaf.... a fall leaf.... and my menu reflects the flavors and tastes of my favorite season.

I'm not only cooking up warm savories for our tummies, but lots of simmering potpourri filled with cinnamon, cloves and vanilla to make StoneGable smell like Autumn too! To learn how I make my potpourri (my Christmas version~ added oranges and star anise) click HERE... and look for an upcoming post about my fall version...

Did you notice my new fall header? It's full of Autumnal colors and elements! How could you miss it.. it's so big and bold. It seems the trend these days, blogs  have lots of white space and very minimal photos....great for them...but that is NOT StoneGable! I'm staying true to my own style and voice... lots of pictures... lots of color... and big!

 Julie at BLOGGER BOUTIQUE made it happen! Thanks, Julie!

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

MONDAY
ORANGE POACHED SALMON
Baked Potatoes
GARLIC SAUTEED SPINACH WITH RAISINS AND SHERRY

TUESDAY
Slow Cooker Chuck Roast
Roasted Butternut Squash With Apples

Source: Butter Yum

WEDNESDAY
CHICKEN DIVAN
Wedge Salad

THURSDAY~ SLOW COOKER DAY
HAM AND BEAN SOUP
Apples And Caramel Sauce
Crusty Bread



FRIDAY
Roasted Turkey Breast
Mashed Potatoes
ROASTED GREEN BEANS WITH CASHEWS

SATURDAY
LOBSTER POT PIE
Garden Salad With  BLEU CHEESE DRESSING

SUNDAY
NANI'S SAUTEED CHICKEN
MASHED CAULIFLOWER
Green Beans In Garlic Oil

Marvelous Monday
Mix-It-Up Monday


Here are just a few of the yummy recipes and menus from last week...



Is this art or something to eat!  LAYERED CORNBREAD AND TURKEY SALAD from Mary at HOME IS WHERE THE BOAT IS makes my mouth water... her blog is so inspiring!!!




You must see this post and if you missed it!!! This was the number 1 viewed post last week.  Laura at DECOR TO ADORE took us along to a FARM TO TABLE FEAST at Andreas from FRENCH BASKETEER .  Look at this beautiful table!!!!! Laura, thanks for taking us along!


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PUMPKIN SOUP is a fall favorite! Where is my spoon.... Pat from PAT'S PINK APRON offers up a soup that is not only beautiful but so good for you!





Okay, you know that I'm going to have to make something called HISSY FIT DIP!!!! And the story of how it got it's name if fabulous! Run on over to Libby's at TWIRL AND TASTE for the recipe and story! 





BAKED APPLE PIE TORTILLA ROLLS  really caught my attention! What a fabulous recipe from Mary at SWEET LITTLE BLUEBIRD.  What a great easy dessert for a tailgate or even a fancy dinner party! On MY must-try list!




Doesn't biscotti make coffee even better? Can you imagine how good your daily Joe will taste with these ORANGE PECAN BISCOTTI! Janelle from NEVER DESSERT YOU has a real winner! Just the thought of these make me swoon!!!!!

Orange Pecan Biscotti


My recipe this week is SMOKED BEEF BBQ WITH COOL RANCH COLESLAW. I made these last week for a family croquet tourney and get together. There was not even one tiny bite left.... and I usually have leftovers!





This week's featured menu comes form Alison at COUPON KITCHEN. Alison, a health coach has great recipes and a shopping list that gives the cost of everything!!! FABULOUS!

Coupon Kitchen



NOW WHAT'S ON YOUR MENU...


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37 comments:

  1. Nicole @WonkyWSeptember 9, 2012 at 8:04 PM

    Thanks for hosting - Have a beautiful week :)

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  2. Andrea at Opulent CottageSeptember 9, 2012 at 8:04 PM

    Your new header is so refreshing for the season! You know that I am a big seasonal eating girl, and love the change of cuisine with each season. I can't wait to try the pumpkin soup, it sounds so rich and delicious. Thank you for hosting, Yvonne!
    xo, Andrea

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  3. NanaDianaSeptember 9, 2012 at 8:14 PM

    Yvonne- Your menus are just phenomenal. Is it okay if I invite myself over for Tuesday dinner?;>) Actually, ANY day would work for me! Blessings and I hope you have a wonderful week- xo Diana

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  4. MarySeptember 9, 2012 at 8:14 PM

    Oh my...I'm salivating and I don't know where to dig in first with my virtual fork! I love your new header Yvonne and I love your style, the more photos & color, the better for me! Thanks for hosting and thanks so much for featuring my layered salad :)

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  5. Mary NeumannSeptember 9, 2012 at 8:29 PM

    Thank you for hosting and thank you for featuring my Apple Pie Tortilla Rolls! It was such a fun surprise to see the feature when I arrived tonight!

    I love your fall header...and your menu for the week, especially Tuesday with cheesy grits on the menu, one of my favorites!

    Have a wonderful week! Cheers!

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  6. UnknownSeptember 9, 2012 at 8:37 PM

    Seriously? Seriously, your stuff is gorgeous!!
    Connie from Sadieloohoo

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  7. Miz HelenSeptember 9, 2012 at 8:47 PM

    Hi Yvonne,
    Like you I am also a seasonal cook and have begun to put the fall flavors into my meal planning. I just love the warm and comforting flavors of fall. Your Ham and Bean Soup looks like it is coming to my table very soon. Hope you have a great week and thanks for hosting!
    Miz Helen

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  8. Pinky at Designs by PinkySeptember 9, 2012 at 8:55 PM

    OMGoodness I am drooling all over the place with these features! I don't know which one to print first! Love your new header and am going to go over to her blog and see if she can help me with mine too! LOVE this weeks menu. I want to come for dinner EVERY night:):):) XOXO, Pinky

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  9. Cathy at Wives with KnivesSeptember 9, 2012 at 9:09 PM

    I want to try every one of this weeks' menus. Each one looks oh, so good.

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  10. LynnSeptember 9, 2012 at 9:09 PM

    Sounds like another yummy week Yvonne! Bean Soup is always a favorite of mine and I love the table setting you featured:@)

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  11. Cheryl (Copperswife)September 9, 2012 at 9:21 PM

    We're still having summer weather here. Can't wait to get into cool weather cooking. Until then, we're enjoying the hot days and warm nights.

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  12. Patty @ That's So PrettySeptember 9, 2012 at 9:22 PM

    Hmmmmmmm ..... that Ham and Bean Soup looks delicious! Love your new header! Have a wonderful week!

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  13. UnknownSeptember 9, 2012 at 9:25 PM

    Thanks for the party. I'm so not in the fall mindset yet. I just bought more fresh berries. I hope you have a great week.

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  14. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenSeptember 9, 2012 at 9:52 PM

    Thanks for hosting, Yvonne! I love the features and thanks so much for hosting. Have a great week.

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  15. Back for SecondsSeptember 9, 2012 at 10:11 PM

    Looks like another yummy week! Thanks for hosting!

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  16. Nici @ Posed PerfectionSeptember 9, 2012 at 10:37 PM

    Your features look amazing! Thanks so much for hosting. Hope you have a fabulous week!
    Blessings,
    Nici

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  17. AnonymousSeptember 9, 2012 at 11:03 PM

    Yvonne,
    My goodness I think the food keeps getting better and better.
    Thank you for hosting and putting the Pumpkin soup on the Menu.
    Pat

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  18. Athena at Minerva's GardenSeptember 9, 2012 at 11:13 PM

    Hi Yvonne: I love your new header, and I thank you for hosting the party today. I noticed that you have cheesy grits on the menu this week--I adore grits--save me a serving! The features are just gorgeous--lots of food inspiration here!

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  19. AnonymousSeptember 9, 2012 at 11:16 PM

    Fantastic features...oh my goodness I could eat ham and bean soup three times a day.
    Is it just me or doesn't the food just keep getting prettier and prettier.

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  20. SarahSeptember 9, 2012 at 11:30 PM

    Oh, such beautiful food. I'm tempted to try each one of these. Beautiful menu and features. Thanks for hosting.......Sarah

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  21. Claudine from ReStory.caSeptember 10, 2012 at 12:59 AM

    Oh My God, Yvonne... everything looks so good! I have read, and drooled and pinned, and joined the party!
    I could go days reading only your blog, so many wonderful ideas!!!
    Yes, I noticed the Fall heading, and yes, I am so glad you go colorful and bold! I am afraid of color, LOL!
    Oh, and today my husband made my favourite dinner, I have to take pictures next time to share the recipes here.
    Salmon Teryaki (he makes the sauce himself) and mushrooms and peas risotto. Yum!!!
    Have a great week!

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  22. Tiffany @ DontWastetheCrumbsSeptember 10, 2012 at 1:28 AM

    Need an easy and delicious veggie side dish? I shared a broccoli salad that is sweet enough for kids, and healthy for moms. Also a great make-ahead and a pot-luck favorite!!
    http://dontwastethecrumbs.com/2012/09/yummy-recipe-broccoli-salad/

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  23. Green ThickiesSeptember 10, 2012 at 3:23 AM

    Hi, I hope you had a great weekend. Yes I love to cook seasonally too and only cook what I can find on offer usually.

    This week I've shared a healthy gluten free quinoa green smoothie that you can actually make a meal of.

    http://www.greenthickies.com/how-to-make-a-quinoa-smoothie-honeydew-and-peach-quinoa-smoothie-recipe/

    I've also shared the final results of my challenge where I just drank green smoothies all week, and what an amazing detox that was.

    http://www.greenthickies.com/green-thickie-challenge-no-1-part-2

    Thank you so much for hosting

    Katherine

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  24. Sam Hoffer / My Carolina KitchenSeptember 10, 2012 at 5:54 AM

    Yvonne, your fall header is gorgeous and a very nice welcome into fall. I love Stone Gable and how you've arranged everything.

    I've shared an easy version of Cherries Jubilee, served over toast rather than the traditional ice cream. Hope you have a wonderful week and thanks for hosting.
    Sam

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  25. The enchanted homeSeptember 10, 2012 at 6:51 AM

    OMG everything looks sooooo good. Your new header is a perfect way to say hello to fall! Thanks for all the yummy recipes.

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  26. Liz@ HomeandGardeningWithLizSeptember 10, 2012 at 8:33 AM

    Boy what a great collection of recipes! Going to give that Hissy Fit dip a try! The table presented by Laura was fabulous!
    Your fall header is beautiful!

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  27. Linda @ bushel and a pickleSeptember 10, 2012 at 12:08 PM

    Love the new banner pictures and as always, love the inspiration of your menus. I had a few similar items before I even looked. Are you rubbing off on me? Hope so!

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  28. Michele SmithSeptember 10, 2012 at 1:23 PM

    Yummy! Your Tuesday and Thursday meals have me drooling! Your whole menu sounds delicious. I am off to check out some links. Have a great day.

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  29. Shannon@Cozy Home ScenesSeptember 10, 2012 at 1:31 PM

    Yvonne, thanks for hosting and sharing such wonderful recipes. Aren't we blessed to be able to enjoy and share delicious (sometimes nutritious) food. My recipe today, cheesy potatoes can be healthy and nutritious if low fat products are used. Your header is very nice.
    Shannon

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  30. Korrie@RedHenHomeSeptember 10, 2012 at 3:13 PM

    Oh everything/looks sounds so delicious! You are making me crave ham & beans. My mother used to make it, but I never have because my dear husband won't touch beans and has corrupted all our children ;-)

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  31. AnonymousSeptember 10, 2012 at 4:16 PM

    Oh dear...I am in the midst of making the Chicken Divan and while the recipe calls for a shallot, I am not told what to do with the shallot. HELP!!

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    1. Yvonne @ StoneGableSeptember 10, 2012 at 4:23 PM

      Don't worry! Omit it or use about 2 TBS finely grated onion. Hope you like this yummy recipe!!!

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  32. Maryann @ Domestically-SpeakingSeptember 11, 2012 at 12:43 AM

    What a great menu you have this week! And a great bunch of recipes linked up.

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  33. Mary BergfeldSeptember 11, 2012 at 9:35 AM

    Yvonne, I love your new header and you own menus for the week are, as usual, outstanding. You provide such visual treats for your readers. I love to visit here. I hope you have a great week. Blessings...Mary

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  34. The Charm of HomeSeptember 11, 2012 at 8:32 PM

    Everything always looks so good! Thank you for hosting!
    Sherry

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