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Thank God for Dirty Dishes

-author unknown

Thank God for dirty dishes;
They have a tale to tell.
While others may go hungry,
We're eating very well
With home, health, and happiness,
I shouldn't want to fuss;
By the stack of evidence,
God's been very good to us.

Week of 8/23/2010

Easy food week with the kids, fun things they can help make.

Monday: Stromboli
Tuesday: Soft tacos
Wednesday: Fried chicken (hubby's night)
Thursday: Chili with Loaded baked potato
Friday: Enchilada Bake (didn't fix it last week)
Saturday: Family Date night!

Ham & Cheese Spirals

3 Tbs olive oil
1 Tbs crushed garlic
2 Tbs Italian seasoning
Flour, for work surface
1 pound refrigerated pizza dough, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar
1/2 pound deli sliced ham
1 large egg
2 Tbs water
Directions
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic, and Italian seasoning.


On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch square. Brush the entire surface with the seasoned olive oil. Top with 1 cup of shredded cheese and an even layer of ham.

Starting from the bottom edge, tightly roll up the dough to form a log. Using a sharp serrated knife, slice the roll on the bias into 1-inch thick pieces. Arrange the rolls on their side on a nonstick or lightly oiled baking sheet. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and allow to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to proof.


Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.


In a small bowl, whisk together the egg with 2 tablespoons of water. Brush the tops and sides of the rolls with the egg wash. Bake until golden brown, about 30 to 35 minutes.

Week of 8/16/2010

I know it's Wednesday....:)
Sunday: Smotherd Pork Chops with rice and peas
Monday: Mini Meatloaves with mashed potatoes and green beans
Tuesday: Sweet Chicken Tacos
Wednesday: Baked Chicken Parmesan with spaghetti and salad
Thursday: Tomato soup with Ham & Cheese Spirals
Friday: Enchilada Bake

Mini Meatloaves

Loved these little mini meatloaves! They were so easy to cook and serve. I don't like meatloaf, but these were yummy!

1 egg
3/4 cup milk
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 small green pepper, finely chopped
1/2 cup oats
1 lb ground beef

preheat oven to 350
mix egg, milk, cheese and oats. Let sit for a few minutes to allow oats to soak.
Mix all ingredients and shape into 7 small loaves
place in 9X13 greased baking dish

Topping:
2/3 cup ketchup
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 tsp mustard

Mix topping together and place on top of all loaves

cook in preheated oven for 45 minutes.

YUMMO!

Smothered Pork Chops

I was watching Sandra Lee's Money Saving Meals on Food Network today and these looked sooo yummo! I ran to the grocery store and made them for dinner. I have to say....these are the best pork chops I have ever eaten! Hubby lurved them and has already requested them again!

5 pork chops
Salt and Pepper
2 tablespoons oil, divided
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 (14.5-ounce) can chicken broth
2 tablespoons spicy mustard
2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley leaves

Preheat a skillet over high heat. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper, to taste. Add 1 tablespoon of canola oil to the pan. Add the pork chops and sear on both sides until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.


In same skillet over medium heat add the remaining tablespoon of canola oil, the onions and mushrooms and saute until slightly softened. Add the flour and cumin and cook until lightly golden in color. Stir in the chicken broth and mustard, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer, add the parsley and return all pork chops back into skillet. Season with salt and pepper and spoon the gravy over the pork chops. Simmer for 5 minutes, or until pork chops are cooked through.