It’s Saturday, July 19
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Another great week of dining lies ahead. Enjoy!
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Pizza Friday: July 19, 2024
It’s Pizza Friday! (You may have 2/3 C. of leftover Marinara Sauce. If not, make some.) Prepare your own pizza dough early in the day (Tips and Timesavers) or use a frozen, premade crust. I’ve even purchased frozen or chilled bread dough which also works for pizza.
Use “Field Roast” Apple Sausage (or equivalent) or optional meat sausage. Everyone’s going to be happy with this meal!
Chop Salad with Grapefruit and Avocado: Thurssday, July 18, 2024
Tonight you’ll throw together a crunchy and zesty salad of chopped vegetables and fruits that are guaranteed to add interest to your dinner table. The combination of the sharp citrus of grapefruit, the buttery richness of avocado, and the savory flavor of hardboiled egg make up the essence of this salad.
The salad is enhanced with the watery crispness of jicama and served with cilantro/lime dressing.
Why is it called a chop salad? You guessed it. It’s because everyting is chopped. You’ll find this particular combination very satisfying. Pick up a nice Artisan roll to go along with the meal.
Edamame and Cabbage with Spicy Garlic Sauce: Wednesday, July 17, 2024
The rich, high-protein edamame bean is the feature of tonights meal. It’s flavor is similar to peas, only it has a more buttery overtone with a hint of nuttiness. It’s paired with Napa cabbage, shredded carrot and shaved onions. You’ll smother it in a spicy garlic sauce and serve it over brown rice.
The dish offers up a refreshing new stir-fry flavor bundle that will have you looking for other recipe opportunities that feature this Asian favorite.
Chicken and Cheese Quesadillas with Green Salad: Tuesday, July 16, 2024
More hot weather fare is on tap tonight. The beauty of quesadillas is how quickly they go together. You can use a few sliced chickenless tenders or optional chicken. This meal is quick to the table and nourishing.
Add a green salad with fresh, homemade dressing and you’re good to go.
Curried Chard with Fresh Mango: Monday, July 15, 2024
Yet another way to enjoy fresh greens is with curry. Curry seasonings are common in warmer climates, and I find them very satisfying in hot weather. Use commercial yellow curry powder or homemade Masala Curry Spice mix.
Use fresh mango, if possible, but frozen is another option. Plant-based “chickenless” tenders, or optional chicken, will add extra protein to the meal .