Welcome to the weekend, my friends! Our kids are back in school or starting new jobs, and we’re enjoying the start of fall here in Ohio. We’ve had some gloriously cool mornings here and I’m trying to get out and walk as much as possible these days.
ON THE BLOGS THIS WEEK: I’ve been back in the kitchen this week, cooking and baking some great new recipes to share. The time off was great, and I’m excited to get back to work. Is anyone else ready for some fall comfort foods?
In the meantime, let’s put together a meal plan for this week with some Beer and Garlic Grilled Chicken, Creamy Stovetop Mac and Cheese, and this Watermelon Fruit Salad.
For my salad cravings, this BLT Chopped Salad and the Italian Grinder Salad need to happen soon.
Ramen Egg Roll in a Bowl is an irresistible skillet of deconstructed egg rolls tossed with ramen noodles and I’m telling you now that you are going to love it.
One of my boys requested enchiladas this week, so these cheesy green chile chicken and black bean enchiladas are also on the meal plan. It’s a guaranteed two thumbs up from my crowd.
Buttery, garlicky shrimp with plenty of bright lemon is something I can never get enough of. I have a hard time resisting eating these Garlic Butter Shrimp straight out of the pan each time I cook them.
I’ve been craving these Cosmic Brownies, so I’ll be making a batch this weekend. (On the pretense of stocking them in the freezer for the kids, ha.)
And I’m thinking it’s time to make this Blackberry Coconut Crisp again, along with a batch of ice cream to scoop over each serving.
My FAVORITE THING this week are these cropped leggings. I’ve been wearing them for several years now, and just bought a couple of new pairs. They hold up well and I just about live in them both for exercise and for work days in the kitchen through the fall and winter.
What I’m READING: A Very Typical Family by Sierra Godfrey. This wasn’t really a feel-good book for me. It was more of an ups-and-downs roller coaster, a little too realistic for me at times. I found it both depressing and uplifting at different times. It was recommended to me, and I likely wouldn’t have picked it up on my own. While the book wasn’t quite what I expected, I wanted to know how it would end and I’m glad I finished it.
What I’m WATCHING: Always Be My Maybe. I just rewatched this movie and cracked up laughing all over again. It’s such a great feel-good flick and I give it two thumbs up.
“I remember the days of old; I meditate on all that you have done; I ponder the work of your hands. I stretch out my hands to you; my soul thirsts for you like a parched land.” Psalm 143:5-6 ESV
Wishing you a beautiful week full of little things that make you smile!
Mary
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