Sunday, April 14, 2013

ON THE MENU MONDAY~ WEEK OF APRIL 15, 2013


I HAVE NOT COOKED IN 11 DAYS!!!!!

I think that is an all-time record!

Yes, I did post a weekly menu last week. I just didn't want to post "out to dinner" for each day... and I love giving you menu ideas!!!  So I posted my  "If-I-were-cooking-this-is-what-I-would-make" menu!

We were in St. Petersburg Florida celebrating my son Christopher's wedding to the love of his life Abigail! Oh, it was pure bliss!!!! More on that later!

From there we went on a little vacation to Savannah (aka THE MOTHERSHIP) and Williamsburg and DC and then finally home about an hour ago!

Bob is putting two steaks on the grill right now and the asparagus is in the oven...

So it's back to cooking tonight!!!

Here's a little peek at a few wedding pictures...














Here's whats ON THE MENU...

 MONDAY


TUESDAY
Wide Egg Noodles
Steamed Broccoli Sauteed in Brown Butter

WEDNESDAY






THURSDAY
MARINATED GRILLED VEGETABLES


FRIDAY
TILAPIA FISH TACOS
COLESLAW


SATURDAY
CHEESE AND ONION QUESADILLAS
SLOW COOKER REFRIED BEANS
(make extra for next weerk's menu)
MEXICAN EXPLOSION SALAD



SUNDAY
CREAMY CHICKEN AND CAULIFLOWER SOUP
CAPRESE SALAD










MARVELOUS MONDAYS


Here are some yummy features from last week's OTMM....



BBQ CHICKEN APPLE BACON FLATBREAD PIZZA from RATTLEBRIDGE FARM is a great way to put together an easy and no-cook dinner. This looks amazing!








Here is another no-cook wonder... EASY NO-BAKE PEANUT BUTTER PRETZEL COOKIES from HALF BAKED HARVEST. I am not a baker... so these are on my must try list!





Ridiculously Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Pretzel Cookies-8






It's almost asparagus time around here and I can't wait to try these BAKED ASPARAGUS FRIES from THE BIG GIANT FOOD BASKET. These looks so delicious!

Barb is sorta new to blogging and has a beautiful blog... go show her some love!!!












EASY GUACAMOLE from MUSINGS OF MAYHEM makes my heart go pitter-pat! I LOVE guac!!!!

This is an easy recipe and the tutorial is wonderful!!!





guacamole recipe






DREAMY CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE DOUGH CAKE  from IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE looks and sounds scrumptious!!! My family would love this sweet treat!














BLACKBERRY ICE CREAM SODA from BARNES AND NOODLES is perfect for a warm spring day! So pretty too!





Ice Cream Soda BarnsandNoodles





CHEESY BAKED SKILLET PASTA from SEE AIMEE COOK is perfect for a weeknight family meal! It's like baked Ziti... but a whole lot easier!!!












This weeks Menu Plan comes from SEMI HOMEMADE MOM.  Look at  Tuesdays menu... Black Bean Spinach Enchiladas! YUMMY!












Now what's on your menu...





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48 comments:

  1. Barbara @ 21 Rosemary LaneApril 14, 2013 at 8:09 PM

    Hi Yvonne...thank you so much for featuring my baked asparagus fries...I am completely thrilled! I am a little new to blogging but you already know me...I am Barbara from 21 Rosemary Lane! Thank you too for asking your readers to show me some love over at TheBigGiantFoodBasket...you are just too sweet a lady!
    I hope you are enjoying this beautiful weather and have a wonderful week!
    XO Barbara

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  2. Nici @ Posed PerfectionApril 14, 2013 at 8:10 PM

    Thanks so much for hosting, Yvonne! The wedding pictures are beautiful! I love the polka dot dresses with pops of yellow. Your son looks very happy and your new DIL is gorgeous. Wishing them a wonderful new life together!
    Blessings,
    Nici

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  3. AnonymousApril 14, 2013 at 8:13 PM

    Everything sounds so good.
    Want to try the goulash for dinner next week
    as my daughter does like goulash but the hubby and
    I just love it so it will be on the menu for the week
    of the 21st.

    Hope you have a nice peaceful week after your 11
    days away.

    The wedding pictures are beautiful.

    May they have a long and wonderful life.

    Denise

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  4. bjApril 14, 2013 at 8:23 PM

    I have tried to link my present post but I keep getting a "already linked"...???....:((

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    1. Yvonne @ StoneGableApril 14, 2013 at 8:29 PM

      BJ~ I checked and you are linked up #46! I'm making this yummy easy roll-up!

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  5. UnknownApril 14, 2013 at 8:28 PM

    Thanks for the party. I hope you had a great weekend!
    The wedding looked wonderful!

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  6. Shannon @ A Cozy Place Called HomeApril 14, 2013 at 8:51 PM

    What a beautiful bride and handsome groom! I'm sure you are a very proud Mother. Glad you had a wonderful time away. Thanks for all the yummy recipes and hosting. Shannon

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  7. Miz HelenApril 14, 2013 at 8:58 PM

    Hi Yvonne,
    What a absolutely precious wedding. I just love the black and white polka dot dresses with the yellow. She is a beautiful bride and your son is so handsome. Congratulations on your new daughter, she is very blessed! Have a good week and thanks for hosting!
    Miz Helen

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  8. AnonymousApril 14, 2013 at 9:04 PM

    So happy for you, I know you've been floating for days! Your children are beautiful and who is that precious little boy? Love the yellow and black & white polka dots. What a whirlwind time you've been having, and now home to Spring! Looooove Savannah!
    Jenna

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  9. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenApril 14, 2013 at 9:19 PM

    Congratulations on the wonderful marriage of your son and the love of his life! Thank you for sharing some of the beautiful pictures with us. Now, it's back home and time to relax a little. Thanks for hosting and have a fabulous week.

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  10. Madonna/aka/Ms Lemon of Make Mine LemonApril 14, 2013 at 9:26 PM

    Thank you for hosting and letting me join in. Best wishes to your son and bride, and to you the new mil. This was a beautiful presentation that you have shared with us. Just beautiful.

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  11. The French HutchApril 14, 2013 at 9:39 PM

    Welcome home after what I know is an amazing time in your life! A great week and lots to look at tonight but I love seeing the wedding photos. Look forward to you sharing more in your posts. Happy Week...........

    ~Emily
    The French Hutch

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  12. Lori LucasApril 14, 2013 at 9:59 PM

    Oh my....Polka dots and yellow! Be still my heart. I can't wait to see the rest! WONDERFUL!! Welcome back home. Lori Lucas

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  13. JulieApril 14, 2013 at 10:11 PM

    Beautiful pictures! Looks like an amazing wedding! You are also amazing home an hour and still put together this post!! Thanks for hosting each week.

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  14. Jane@Cottage at the CrossroadsApril 14, 2013 at 10:13 PM

    Yvonne, the wedding photographs are incredible. Your son looks so happy and your new daughter-in-law is gorgeous! Love, love, love those polka dot dresses!

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  15. KarenApril 14, 2013 at 10:19 PM

    The pictures of the wedding are wonderful! What a magnificent time in your life! This is such a special time in all of your lives!

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  16. FABBY'S LIVINGApril 14, 2013 at 10:20 PM

    Amazing wedding photographs, it looks right out of a magazine, WOW!! What a fabulous couple! Many blessings for a happy life and congrats to you and your husband. Thank you for the party! Have a wonderful week.
    FABBY

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  17. Michele M./ Finch RestApril 14, 2013 at 10:49 PM

    I wish I took pics of food. I really do because I have been cooking since I was 14. Both hubs and I cook. A lot. We entertain. A lot (though not much lately that's for sure with the house all topsy turvy!)

    So I don't have anything food-wise to share but simply say I love this linky party and I THINK THOSE WEDDING PICTURES ARE ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS! What a sweet couple, oh I can't wait to hear every single little detail.

    So glad you got away for a while, enjoyed yourself - and it looks as though you will be cooking again!

    Big hugs!

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  18. UnknownApril 14, 2013 at 11:13 PM

    Beautiful pictures, thanks so much for featuring my menu plan this week! -Kelly @ Semi Homemade Mom

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  19. Judy BiggerstaffApril 14, 2013 at 11:15 PM

    I'm like Michele, can't wait to see more wedding pictures.

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  20. UnknownApril 14, 2013 at 11:42 PM

    Congrats! Such beautiful photos, how fun! Thanks for hosting - Kelly @ The Lily Pad Cottage

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  21. Andi (The Weary Chef)April 15, 2013 at 12:05 AM

    Oh wow, those wedding photos are GORGEOUS!! What a beautiful and happy day!

    You know what else is beautiful? Those asparagus tries! I want to try those for sure. Thanks so much for hosting!

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  22. Aimee ~ See Aimee CookApril 15, 2013 at 12:09 AM

    Wow, what a gorgeous couple! Congratulations! I love the style and color scheme they chose. Thanks for hosting, and for featuring my cheesy pasta :)

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  23. With A BlastApril 15, 2013 at 2:00 AM

    Congratulations on your son's wedding! They are a lovely couple :-) Thank you for hosting every week!

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  24. Rattlebridge FarmApril 15, 2013 at 2:51 AM

    Many blessings to your son and his bride! What a beautiful, happy couple! The wedding photos are gorgeous, they could be in Vogue or Bride's Magazine. I was delighted to visit you tonight and see my BBQ pizza--thank you so much. Have a great week. I am enjoying your adventures with decorating and in the kitchen!

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  25. Paula@SweetPeaApril 15, 2013 at 5:57 AM

    Lovely photos! I hope you'll share more!

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  26. Sam Hoffer / My Carolina KitchenApril 15, 2013 at 6:21 AM

    What great photos and a lovely wedding. Congratulations to Christopher and Abigail. I agree with Michael Lee, they could be in Bride's magazine.

    Thanks for hosting even though you were busy. We all appreciate it. I brought a steak salad on spinach with blueberries, feta and toasted pecans for those of us who are watching our calories and carbs. Have a great week. I hope you get a chance to relax and put your feet up.
    Sam

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  27. MaryApril 15, 2013 at 6:26 AM

    Yvonne~ Welcome home and best wishes to the bride & groom! What gorgeous photos, I can't wait to see more!

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  28. LynnApril 15, 2013 at 7:31 AM

    The pictures are so sweet Yvonne! I'm sure you had an amazing time-congrats and enjoy:@)

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  29. JennyApril 15, 2013 at 7:54 AM

    Congratulations on the wedding! Thank you for hosting and have a great week.

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  30. TieghanApril 15, 2013 at 7:56 AM

    Thanks so much for featuring me! I hope you have a great week and thanks for the party!

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  31. AnonymousApril 15, 2013 at 8:10 AM

    Welcome home, Yvonne! As others have said, I can't wait to see more wedding pictures too. My last of three sons was married in November so I still have weddings on the brain! :) Thank you for opening up an opportunity to get so many good recipe ideas.

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  32. LeslieApril 15, 2013 at 9:25 AM

    Yvonne, what gorgeous wedding photos of a lovely couple! Your entire trip sounds like a dream. Savannah is my favorite place in the U.S. and we hope you visit there again soon! I know it's fun to not have to cook for a while, but I've missed seeing your beautiful recipes! I linked up a new recipe that I love of tiramisu. Thanks for hosting and welcome back!
    Blessings,
    Leslie

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  33. The AtwoodsApril 15, 2013 at 9:36 AM

    The wedding looks like it was a beautiful affair Yvonne! I just love the color combo and the polka dots!

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  34. AnonymousApril 15, 2013 at 9:54 AM

    Thanks so much for hosting! Hope you have a relaxing week!

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  35. MarciaApril 15, 2013 at 10:02 AM

    Those wedding photos are incredible! Congratulations on a new daughter-in-law.

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  36. christyApril 15, 2013 at 11:54 AM

    Beautiful pictures of the bride and groom. I am so hungry, you have given so many great ideas for meals this week.

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  37. Keri {One Mama's Daily Drama}April 15, 2013 at 12:51 PM

    Gorgeous photos! What a fun color combination.

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  38. RettabugApril 15, 2013 at 1:43 PM

    Hi Yvonne!
    No food to join in today but I wanted to say what a GORGEOUS wedding your son & his bride had!! LOVE his bow tie & the cap on the little guy...too cute!

    Wishing them many years of happily wedded bliss.
    Hugs,
    Rett

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  39. andi filanteApril 15, 2013 at 3:11 PM

    Congrats on the beautiful wedding!! Thanks for hosting. :)

    -andi

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  40. Melissa @ RealFoodEater.comApril 15, 2013 at 7:19 PM

    Beautiful pictures, great blog! It's my first time linking up a recipe. Thanks for hosting!!!

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  41. MaryApril 15, 2013 at 7:47 PM

    CUTE wedding! Love the clever fabric, flowers and your son looks so sharp!
    Can't wait for more pictures.

    I wish I knew you were in Williamsburg, less than 45 minutes from my house, and you could have visited my niece in Savannah. I've got you covered in the south!

    It sounds like you enjoyed yourself! Glad you are back. I always miss your posts!

    Mary from Virginia

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  42. Tracey @ The Kitchen Is My PlaygroundApril 15, 2013 at 10:16 PM

    Gorgeous photos, Yvonne!! Can't wait to see more. :-)
    Tracey @ The Kitchen is My Playground

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  43. Mary @ cheap flights to budapestApril 16, 2013 at 2:41 AM

    Ideal atmosphere for a special moment such as this, the photography shows it in a pleasant way. Congratulations!

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  44. The Blue FarmhouseApril 16, 2013 at 11:23 AM

    My head is just spinning and all I can think to say is...Oh my! How do you do it? It's all so beautiful, creative, and inviting. And those wedding shots...incredible:) I'm waiting for more.

    Rita

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  45. Gloria BakerApril 16, 2013 at 11:52 AM

    The wedding pictures are amazing!!!! love them Yvonne!

    Thanks for hosting Yvonne!

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  46. MonicaApril 16, 2013 at 7:18 PM

    The photos are so beautiful and I send love and happiness to the newlyweds. You always amaze me with your menus Salmon cakes...delicious. I will be going to check out some of these food sites you listed.

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  47. The TablescaperApril 17, 2013 at 8:54 PM

    Congratulations Yvonne. It looks like an amazing day. Thank you so much for sharing your photos.

    - Alma, The Tablescaper

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