What's For Dinner {02.10.14}

Wow! Where did this week go?!

I told you last week that we had lots of traveling to do and I wasn't kidding. We survived, but, boy, were we glad to get home to our own bed last night and know that we wouldn't be packing back up in a day or so.

This past week has brought LOTS of winter weather to our region and I LOVE it ...but I like to be home to enjoy it:) I'm hoping for more snow today! I'll be ready for spring next month, but it's still winter and I like it.

Last week's meals went very smoothly. The busier the week, the better it is to have my plan! And sticking to it was so helpful. We did a lot of yummy eating out while traveling also, but it was great to have those few nights of home-cooking as well.

Here's what's cooking this week:

Monday: Pinto Beans and Buttermilk Cornbread

Tuesday: Baked Salmon, Roasted Potatoes, Spinach Salad

Wednesday: {our Community Care Group night} Taco Braid

Thursday: Bacon-Chicken Pasta Casserole

Friday: {Valentine's Day} Family Date Night!

Saturday: Pan-Fried Tilapia, Potatoes, and a veggie

This post is linked to Menu Plan Monday at I'm an Organizing Junkie.

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