Author Archives: Beebamom

Weekly Menu August 19-25, 2024

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Wings and Salad. 8/17/24

An easy dinner tonight because we are setting up for Christmas in August tomorrow. Since John and I missed Christmas last year while we were away cruising and catching Covid, we still owe the family a celebration and gifts. Tonight, … Continue reading →

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Pasta with Sausage and Kale. 8/15/24

This pasta dish was supposed to be orecchiette with sausage and kale. Since I could not find orecchiette for less than $5.19/lb. I decided that $0.99 medium shells would be a fine substitute. Along with my on sale pasta I … Continue reading →

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Stuffed Peppers. 8/14/24

I made six stuffed pepper halves around 6:30 AM on Wednesday morning. First I opened the front and back doors and put on the fans. It is quite cool this time of day so all the cooking and baking does … Continue reading →

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Chickpea with Ditalini and Vegetables. 8/13/24

Note: to create a vegan or vegetarian dish omit Parmesan cheese. This yummy vegetable and legume creation comes together in about a half an hour if you are a fast chopper. I tend to start the onions cooking while I … Continue reading →

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Shrimp Tacos. 8/12/24

It has been just about a month since we had this dinner. Not only is it delicious but healthy too! Plus the calorie count is pretty low. So, win, win, win! John as usual cooked the shrimp perfectly while simultaneously … Continue reading →

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Pizza Delivery! 8/11/24

Most of the time I am pretty good at following my menu for the week and eating in a pretty healthy way. But sometimes, especially on a Sunday night, I just want a break. And so enters the ever-so-convenient pizza … Continue reading →

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Weekly Menu. August 12-18, 2024

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Grilled NY Strip Steak with Grilled Potato and Cauliflower and Broccoli. 8/10/24

A while ago we bought a package of three NY strip steaks for $6.99/lb. Unfortunately unlike the two others in the package this steak was a little tough. John cooked it to a perfect medium rare and I paired it … Continue reading →

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Sumac Tilapia with Rice and Herb Salad 8/9/24

When I saw this recipe calling for whole fish and all its fussiness I knew there was a way to make the dish easier. I pulled out a couple of frozen tilapia, defrosted them, and John and I made the … Continue reading →

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