tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16090502599639505882012-02-13T14:03:04.062-07:00“Tell me what you eat, and I will tell you what you are.” ~Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin (1825)dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01813124495664428595noreply@blogger.comBlogger171125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1609050259963950588.post-88728521469160882532012-02-12T13:18:00.001-07:002012-02-13T11:23:17.336-07:002012-02-13T11:23:17.336-07:00sunday - french toast topped with cinnamon and candied nuts<br />sausage links<br />string cheese<br />butternut squash with maple syrup<br />banana<br /><br />monday - eat out at lola's<br />*linking to <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">www.orgjunkie.com</a> for meal planning monday*<br /><br />tuesday - nachos (heart-shaped homemade chips) with cheddar and jalapenos<br /><a href="http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2010/01/best-zucchini-fries.html">zucchini fries</a><br />pineapple<br />milk<br />pumpkin bars with buttercream frosting<br /><br />wednesday - <a href="http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2010/03/baked-mac-and-cheese.html">macaroni and cheese</a> with broccoli<br />carrots<br />yogurt<br />blueberries with cool whip and almonds<br /><br />thursday - dilled salmon with sour cream<br />quinoa<br />roasted brussel sprouts<br />kiwi and strawberry<br /><br />friday - leftovers<br /><br />saturday - corned beef hash with red peppers<br />buttered peas<br />canteloupe<br />milk<br /><br />sunday - chicken, rice, pineapple and cashews with curry mayo in lettuce leaves<br />spaghetti squash sauted with garlic, peppers, basil and romano cheese<br />string cheese<br />chocolate frozen yogurt with blackberries<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-8872852146916088253?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/2_4VyhFPNm9XYstpq9KECEcPKaQ/0/da"><img 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src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uOzoHKNz_Ek/TzlV4_R2sMI/AAAAAAAAAdY/dudcAa6SwVc/s320/018%2B%25282%2529.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5708688440216170690" /></a><br /><br />chili consists of:<br />chili beans<br />kidney beans<br />white kidney beans<br />black beans<br />lean hamburger<br />green peppers, jalapenos and onions<br />tomatoes<br />corn<br />sliced carrots<br />mushrooms<br />pumpkin (pureed)<br />pineapple<br />spices<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-3483253317083007683?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/LRaTH-o5raabeUFXHJhxrdYA-0g/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/LRaTH-o5raabeUFXHJhxrdYA-0g/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/LRaTH-o5raabeUFXHJhxrdYA-0g/1/da"><img 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and guacamole<br /><br />monday - <a href="http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2012/02/baked-potatoes-topped-with-chili-and.html">baked potatoes topped with chili and green onions</a><br />peas and corn<br />pineapple<br /><br />tuesday - gruyere cheese fondue (eaten with veggies)<br />garlic bread<br />asparagus<br />oranges dipped in chocolate<br /><br />wednesday - top sirloin with blackberry wine sauce<br />roasted carrots and purple potatoes<br />pears<br />manchego cheese<br /><br />thursday - orange glazed chicken with orange juice, ginger and worchestershire<br />spinach salad with tomatoes, mushrooms and balsamic vinegar<br />garlic roasted sweet potatoes<br />raspberries<br />milk<br /><br />friday - eat out at cebiche<br /><br />saturday - leftovers<br /><br />sunday - french toast topped with cinnamon and candied nuts<br />sausage links<br />string cheese<br />butternut squash with maple syrup<br />banana<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-6939779407466970064?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/7iAu8R07P3zxAqi5pEeQ4nY2aAQ/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/7iAu8R07P3zxAqi5pEeQ4nY2aAQ/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/7iAu8R07P3zxAqi5pEeQ4nY2aAQ/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/7iAu8R07P3zxAqi5pEeQ4nY2aAQ/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/EverythingIsBetterWithCheese/~4/nPjAR6IP7pQ" height="1" width="1"/>dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01813124495664428595noreply@blogger.com0http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2012/02/menu-planning-25-211.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1609050259963950588.post-19670120601666303922012-01-29T07:58:00.003-07:002012-02-13T11:23:17.336-07:002012-02-13T11:23:17.336-07:00back to the beachbody menus this week.<br /><br />sunday - eat out<br /><br />monday - eat out<br /><br />tuesday - chicken with scallions and pesto in a pita<br />wild rice<br />carrot fries with cumin<br />yogurt<br />blackberries<br /><br />wednesday - mahi mahi tacos<br />salad with tomatoes, romano cheese and italian dressing<br />mandarin oranges<br /><br />thursday - eat out at hana matsuri (donates to the girl scouts)<br /><br />friday - beef pot roast with new potatoes and corn<br />artichoke and cranberry salad in port sauce<br />pumpkin risotto<br />milk<br />pear with cinnamon<br /><br />saturday - leftovers<br /><br />sunday - chili with fritos, sour cream and cheese<br />buffalo wings<br />chips and guacamole<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-1967012060166630392?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/dgiEMAb-iDa9hV1vUOmBkgHj_HE/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/dgiEMAb-iDa9hV1vUOmBkgHj_HE/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/dgiEMAb-iDa9hV1vUOmBkgHj_HE/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/dgiEMAb-iDa9hV1vUOmBkgHj_HE/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/EverythingIsBetterWithCheese/~4/wyUYRmDE_lU" height="1" width="1"/>dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01813124495664428595noreply@blogger.com0http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2012/01/menu-planning-129-24.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1609050259963950588.post-82470102420971269242012-01-22T15:13:00.012-07:002012-02-13T11:23:17.337-07:002012-02-13T11:23:17.337-07:00i start running again this week to train for a half-marathon in may. i'm excited but nervous! we also have a family reunion (saturday, sunday and monday) so we will be gone for the weekend. lots of meals out for this family!<br /><br />sunday - citris-baked salmon<br />sauteed green beans<br />cottage cheese<br />grapes<br /><br />monday - leftovers<br />*linking to <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">www.orgjunkie.com</a> for meal planning monday*<br /><br />tuesday - eat out at qdoba<br /><br />wednesday - egg burrito with ham, peppers, potatoes and cheese (and salsa)<br />broccoli<br />milk<br />blackberries<br /><br />thursday - lasagna soup<br />cambozola with crackers<br />couscous with almonds and green onions<br />sauted mushrooms<br />asian pears<br /><br />friday - gyro with feta, lettuce, tomato and tzatziki<br />ants on a log (celery with peanut butter and golden raisins)<br />raw cauliflower with dip<br />string cheese<br />white chocolate blueberry cobbler<br /><br />saturday - eat out<br /><br />sunday - eat out<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-8247010242097126924?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/EelXe6-fiNKfIaUWhmI1ru9qvTg/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/EelXe6-fiNKfIaUWhmI1ru9qvTg/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/EelXe6-fiNKfIaUWhmI1ru9qvTg/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/EelXe6-fiNKfIaUWhmI1ru9qvTg/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/EverythingIsBetterWithCheese/~4/84QyERg_9V4" height="1" width="1"/>dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01813124495664428595noreply@blogger.com0http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2012/01/menu-planning-122-128.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1609050259963950588.post-11025869897079442882012-01-15T12:44:00.000-07:002012-02-13T11:23:17.337-07:002012-02-13T11:23:17.337-07:00sunday - asparadus, leek and mushroom frittata with fontina and parmesan<br />yogurt<br />mango<br />orange juice<br /><br />monday - eat out at russell's smokehouse<br />*linking to <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">www.orgjunkie.com</a> for meal planning monday*<br /><br />tuesday - lemon chicken with steamed snap peas and almonds<br />asparagus<br />string cheese<br />pineapple<br /><br />wednesday - grilled herb cod<br />brown rice with walnuts<br />broccoli<br />cottage cheese<br />strawberries<br /><br />thursday - rotisserie chicken salad with tomato, onion and avocado<br />carrots and celery with hummus<br />yogurt<br />watermelon<br /><br />friday - broiled swordfish<br />zucchini and squash medley<br />edamame<br />string cheese<br />apples slices<br /><br />saturday - sliced turkey<br />spinach salad with mushrooms, cucumbers, almonds and gorgonzola<br />broccoli<br />blueberries<br /><br />sunday - citris-baked salmon<br />sauteed green beans<br />cottage cheese<br />grapes<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-1102586989707944288?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/M4O3RhW7lntR90oSNdNeZtbrAXM/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/M4O3RhW7lntR90oSNdNeZtbrAXM/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/M4O3RhW7lntR90oSNdNeZtbrAXM/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/M4O3RhW7lntR90oSNdNeZtbrAXM/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/EverythingIsBetterWithCheese/~4/Nuqorkl8iOo" height="1" width="1"/>dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01813124495664428595noreply@blogger.com0http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2012/01/menu-planning-115-121.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1609050259963950588.post-3040072209694514192012-01-08T10:04:00.001-07:002012-02-13T11:22:00.830-07:002012-02-13T11:22:00.830-07:00i hate when i don't follow the menu plan. hate it! it makes the week more difficult. we ended up switching things out a lot more than normal. what a way to start off the new year! lol. i'm back on track this week. oh, and just a note that this is my second year of blogging my menus. whoot! whoot! i'll have to search over the recipes and share my top ten favorite meals. :) also, i joined the beachbody community to help me lose those last pesky 10 pounds, so all menus this next month are courtesy of the beachbody website.<br /><br />sunday - cranberry roast<br />roasted garlic mashed potatoes<br />broiled asparagus<br />raspberries and sliced bananas<br /><br />monday - lime shrimp with garlic and olive oil<br />beet, onion and spinach salad with italian dressing<br />baked sweet potato with butter and cinnamon<br />honeydew melon<br />*linking to <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">www.orgjunkie.com</a> for meal planning monday*<br /><br />tuesday - eat out at pho 79<br /><br />wednesday - teriyaki beef with orange marmalade, cayenne pepper and stir-fry veggies over wheat pita<br />yogurt<br />edamame<br />cherries<br /><br />thursday - leftovers<br /><br />friday - chicken skillet with peppers and mozzarella<br />quinoa<br />carrot fries<br />mango and strawberries<br />milk<br /><br />saturday - tuna melt on english muffins with tomatoes, alfalfa and baby swiss<br />string cheese<br />mushroom, celery and sage vegetable stuffing<br />green bean almondine<br />jello with cool whip<br />1/2 banana<br />milk<br /><br />sunday - asparadus, leek and mushroom frittata with fontina and parmesan<br />yogurt<br />mango<br />orange juice<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-304007220969451419?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/juSUhNUhNH1f9Vvu97F5gSEz3nE/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/juSUhNUhNH1f9Vvu97F5gSEz3nE/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/juSUhNUhNH1f9Vvu97F5gSEz3nE/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/juSUhNUhNH1f9Vvu97F5gSEz3nE/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/EverythingIsBetterWithCheese/~4/AHypMXXCw3g" height="1" width="1"/>dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01813124495664428595noreply@blogger.com2http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2012/01/new-menu-18-114.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1609050259963950588.post-23612006589239947912012-01-05T11:57:00.001-07:002012-01-08T17:09:25.560-07:002012-01-08T17:09:25.560-07:00you will need: small bowl, whisk, knife, skillet, spatula, measuring cups<br />yields 2 servings<br /><br />1 tablespoon honey<br />2 tablespoons raspberry jelly, heated<br />3 small wedges of wee brie<br />1/2 pear, thinly sliced<br />3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese<br />2 tortillas<br />craisins(if desired)<br /><br />whisk honey and brie together in small bowl until mostly combined. spread the mixture evenly on one side of both tortillas.<br /><br />over medium heat place one tortilla cream cheese side-up in skillet. layer i/2 cheddar over the cream cheese and top with the pears. drizzle with raspberry jelly. when you see the cheddar beginning to melt, top with rest of cheddar and other tortilla cream cheese side-down. press down with spatula to seal. carefully flip.<br /><br />once cheese is melted and both tortillas are browned, remove from heat. slice into quarters and garnish with a handful of craisins.<br /><br /><br />**original idea borrowed 'back to her roots' and adapted.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-2361200658923994791?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/GUjYgh76w9rJ8POzt2THNuXZ7pw/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/GUjYgh76w9rJ8POzt2THNuXZ7pw/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/GUjYgh76w9rJ8POzt2THNuXZ7pw/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/GUjYgh76w9rJ8POzt2THNuXZ7pw/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/EverythingIsBetterWithCheese/~4/M5p0JrdaMek" height="1" width="1"/>dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01813124495664428595noreply@blogger.com0http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2012/01/pear-cheddar-and-honey-quesadillas.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1609050259963950588.post-83914739129008782542012-01-01T10:58:00.005-07:002012-01-08T11:57:33.519-07:002012-01-08T11:57:33.519-07:00sunday - ham and bean soup<br />garlic bread<br />creamed corn<br />watermelon<br />butterscotch pudding<br /><br />monday - <a href="http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2010/01/parmesan-lemon-chicken-with-feta.html">parmesan lemon chicken with feta</a><br />french country blend<br />clementines<br /><br />tuesday - eat out at antica roma trattoria<br /><br />wednesday - blt's with avocado and chipolte mayo<br />wild rice and mushrooms<br />cinnamon apples<br /><br />thursday - fetticine alfredo<br />spinach salad with blueberries, almonds and parmesan<br />pineapple<br /><br />friday - leftovers<br /><br />saturday - salmon with lemon viniagrette<br />cottage cheese<br />normandy vegetables<br />pears<br /><br />sunday - cranberry roast<br />roasted garlic mashed potatoes<br />broiled asparagus<br />raspberries and sliced bananas<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-8391473912900878254?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/pt4OF1H9eEMHuKsGNxu_zsBUIGs/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/pt4OF1H9eEMHuKsGNxu_zsBUIGs/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/pt4OF1H9eEMHuKsGNxu_zsBUIGs/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/pt4OF1H9eEMHuKsGNxu_zsBUIGs/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/EverythingIsBetterWithCheese/~4/ijP068UC_qs" height="1" width="1"/>dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01813124495664428595noreply@blogger.com0http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2011/01/menu-planning-1-1-17.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1609050259963950588.post-69094546270803683692011-12-25T10:57:00.000-07:002012-01-08T11:57:33.520-07:002012-01-08T11:57:33.520-07:00merry christmas and happy new year!!!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-6909454627080368369?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/cAF-YDvuM_I2N21M0FjX-0EIUGo/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/cAF-YDvuM_I2N21M0FjX-0EIUGo/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/cAF-YDvuM_I2N21M0FjX-0EIUGo/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/cAF-YDvuM_I2N21M0FjX-0EIUGo/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/EverythingIsBetterWithCheese/~4/pjfFPWRKSEI" height="1" width="1"/>dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01813124495664428595noreply@blogger.com0http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2011/12/no-menu.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1609050259963950588.post-47820658157344567652011-12-18T09:57:00.006-07:002012-01-08T11:57:33.520-07:002012-01-08T11:57:33.520-07:00sunday - sausage and orzo (recipe from bhg.com)<br />zucchini and red peppers<br />canteloupe<br /><br />monday - beef stuffed cabbage<br />buttered cauliflower<br />strawberries<br />*linking to <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">www.orgjunkie.com</a> for meal planning monday*<br /><br />tuesday - eat out at grandview grill<br /><br />wednesday - halibut in balsamic vinegar<br />yogurt<br /><a href="http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2010/10/asparagus-rolls.html">asparagus rolls</a><br />raspberries<br /><br />thursday - leftovers (travel)<br /><br />friday - black bean and banana empanadas with monterey jack<br />grilled sweet potato chunks<br />blueberries<br /><br />saturday - bagna cauda (pronounced bon ya cod da)<br />a fondue with melted butter, extra virgin olive oil, garlic and a secret ingredient (a ton of anchovies). we serve it with steak, chicken, pork, shrimp, imitation crab meat, canned potatoes, brussel sprouts, cucumbers, peppers, cauliflower, baby carrots, mushrooms and bread. maybe some other veggies that i can't think of right now. one pot serves 12-16 people. my family loves it!<br /><br />sunday - <a href="http://www.astray.com/recipes/?show=Roasted%20vegetable%20pan%20bagna">roasted vegetable pan bagna</a> using leftover bagna cauda<br />prime rib<br />cheesy hashbrown potatoes<br />green beans in velveeta sauce<br />broccoli slaw with cranberries<br />white corn<br />blackberries in chocolate<br />peach cobbler<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-4782065815734456765?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/AXj2t36u2MaajWOzkWWKsl8Dpgs/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/AXj2t36u2MaajWOzkWWKsl8Dpgs/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/AXj2t36u2MaajWOzkWWKsl8Dpgs/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/AXj2t36u2MaajWOzkWWKsl8Dpgs/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/EverythingIsBetterWithCheese/~4/Bsu_JXdwu40" height="1" width="1"/>dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01813124495664428595noreply@blogger.com0http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2011/12/menu-planning-1218-1224.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1609050259963950588.post-84212205224327082472011-12-11T11:52:00.005-07:002012-01-08T11:57:33.520-07:002012-01-08T11:57:33.520-07:00the tomatoes all ripened so most of the meals this week include tomatoes. if there is any left-over, i will makes a few jars of salsa.<br /><br />sunday - chicken saltimbocca with provolone<br />caesar salad with baby shrimp<br />lemon cauliflower<br />clementines<br /><br />monday - cabbage and noodles<br /><a href="http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2010/05/ricotta-stuffed-tomato.html">ricotta stuffed tomatoes</a><br />asparagus<br />canned peaches<br />*linking to <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">www.orgjunkie.com</a> for meal planning monday*<br /><br />tuesday - gouda burgers<br />cottage cheese<br />sliced tomatoes<br />salad with mushrooms, carrots, cucumbers and rye croutons in a red wine-mustard vinaigrette<br />plums<br /><br />wednesday - eat out at chit chat bistro<br /><br />thursday - chana masala (chickpeas, tomatoes, onion, chilis, garlic, ginger, spices)<br />yogurt<br />green beans<br />apricots<br /><br />friday - chicken and lemon-broccoli alfredo (recipe from bhg.com)<br />string cheese<br />salad with tomatoes, cashews, mandarin oranges and blue cheese<br />white chocolate fruit salad<br /><br />saturday - leftovers<br /><br />sunday - sausage and orzo (recipe from bhg.com)<br />zucchini and red peppers<br />canteloupe<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-8421220522432708247?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/hu7IS0d7w59o2bkUfyZWuDy-fuI/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/hu7IS0d7w59o2bkUfyZWuDy-fuI/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/hu7IS0d7w59o2bkUfyZWuDy-fuI/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/hu7IS0d7w59o2bkUfyZWuDy-fuI/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/EverythingIsBetterWithCheese/~4/zbZYt5QuAOc" height="1" width="1"/>dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01813124495664428595noreply@blogger.com0http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2011/12/menu-planning-1211-1217.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1609050259963950588.post-67052059357992371032011-12-04T12:33:00.008-07:002012-01-08T11:57:33.520-07:002012-01-08T11:57:33.520-07:00sunday - <a href="http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2010/10/muenster-cheese-and-chicken-fajitas.html">muenster cheese and chicken fajitas</a><br />corn on the cob<br />cottage cheese<br />applesauce<br />white chocolate and cranberry oatmeal cookies<br /><br />monday - eat out at woody's pizza<br /><br />tuesday - roasted ravioli with parmesan and broccoli<br />bread with dipping oil<br />garlic brussel sprouts<br />kiwi<br /><br />wednesday - roast pork salad with ginger-pineapple dressing (recipe from bhg.com)<br />spaghetti squash<br /><a href="http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2010/03/menu-planning-38-314.html#comments">carrot cake salad</a><br />honeydew melon<br /><br />thursday - grilled herbed chicken<br />grilled zucchini and summer squash<br />blackberries<br /><br />friday - leftovers (gone for a scrapin' retreat)<br /><br />saturday - leftovers or eating out (gone for a scrapin' retreat)<br /><br />sunday - chicken saltimbocca with provolone<br />caesar salad with baby shrimp<br />lemon cauliflower<br />clementines<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-6705205935799237103?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/VD8rUOzo6gxNuhi7ZyxoasDNog0/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/VD8rUOzo6gxNuhi7ZyxoasDNog0/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/VD8rUOzo6gxNuhi7ZyxoasDNog0/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/VD8rUOzo6gxNuhi7ZyxoasDNog0/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/EverythingIsBetterWithCheese/~4/zFTiCyGpLLc" height="1" width="1"/>dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01813124495664428595noreply@blogger.com0http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2011/12/menu-planning-124-1210.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1609050259963950588.post-28951303887402419522011-12-02T07:59:00.001-07:002011-12-04T12:58:02.398-07:002011-12-04T12:58:02.398-07:00you will need sharp knife, cutting board, several measuring spoons<br />yields up to 12 servings<br /><br />1 package 6 wheat pita, cut in half<br />36 slices roast beef<br />1 container crumbled blue cheese<br />1/4-1/2 diced red onion<br />balsamic vinegar dressing<br /><br />open pita and place 2-3 slices folded roast beef inside. add 2 tablespoons blue cheese, 1 tablespoon each of onion and balsamic vinegar.<br /><br />you can eat this warm (microwave for 2 minutes or cook at 400 degrees for 15) or cold. it's delicious!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-2895130388740241952?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/hvOswJ_a8-FYhauhdrb-Pjbxxy8/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/hvOswJ_a8-FYhauhdrb-Pjbxxy8/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/hvOswJ_a8-FYhauhdrb-Pjbxxy8/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/hvOswJ_a8-FYhauhdrb-Pjbxxy8/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/EverythingIsBetterWithCheese/~4/3Hkq4hf6ozQ" height="1" width="1"/>dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01813124495664428595noreply@blogger.com0http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2011/12/roast-beef-and-blue-cheese-pitas.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1609050259963950588.post-11564467043059154342011-11-30T17:26:00.002-07:002011-12-04T13:03:19.168-07:002011-12-04T13:03:19.168-07:00you will need sharp knife, cutting board, deep baking dish, 2 mixing bowls, large spoon, spoon, measuring spoons, microwave-safe ramekin<br />yields 8-10<br /><br />2 cups alfredo sauce<br />2 heads of cauliflower, separated into medium-small sized florets<br />1 1/2 cups shredded swiss cheese<br />1/4 cup shredded parmesan<br />1/4 cup breadcrumbs<br />1 tablespoon melted butter<br />2 teaspoons nutmeg<br />pepper to taste<br /><br />preheat oven to 350 degrees.<br /><br />mix alfredo sauce, nutmeg and pepper. coat bottom of baking dish with mixture.<br /><br />add cauliflower to baking dish. top with swiss cheese. pour remaining alfredo over cheese.<br /><br />melt butter in ramekin. combine breadcrumbs, parmesan and butter in bowl. sprinkle on top.<br /><br />bake for 25-35 minutes.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-1156446704305915434?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/TDwfzML9KzOTjGUTzZBqVboqIrg/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/TDwfzML9KzOTjGUTzZBqVboqIrg/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/TDwfzML9KzOTjGUTzZBqVboqIrg/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/TDwfzML9KzOTjGUTzZBqVboqIrg/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/EverythingIsBetterWithCheese/~4/DmQhuK02ge4" height="1" width="1"/>dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01813124495664428595noreply@blogger.com0http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2011/11/cauliflower-alfredo.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1609050259963950588.post-85472488562326674492011-11-27T19:19:00.008-07:002011-12-04T12:58:36.202-07:002011-12-04T12:58:36.202-07:00sunday - taco salad<br />cottage cheese<br />grilled zucchini spears<br />pineapple and blueberries<br /><br />monday - chicken-in-a-biscuit muffins<br /><a href="http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2010/02/cheese-ball.html">cheese ball</a> with crackers<br />sliced avocado<br />red grapes<br /><br />tuesday - eat out at smashburger<br /><br />wednesday - <a href="http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2011/12/roast-beef-and-blue-cheese-pitas.html">roast beef and blue cheese pitas</a><br />gazpacho<br />salad with green olives, red onions and almond slivers<br />watermelon<br />creme puffs<br /><br />thursday - egg bake<br />broccoli<br />pears<br /><br />friday - leftovers<br /><br />saturday - sweet potato and eggplant curry<br />rice<br />green beans<br />pomegranate<br /><br />sunday - <a href="http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2010/10/muenster-cheese-and-chicken-fajitas.html">muenster cheese and chicken fajitas</a><br />corn on the cob<br />cottage cheese<br />applesauce<br />white chocolate and cranberry oatmeal cookies<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-8547248856232667449?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/iY35wzniHZPp_UGp-SMCDX5uHTk/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/iY35wzniHZPp_UGp-SMCDX5uHTk/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/iY35wzniHZPp_UGp-SMCDX5uHTk/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/iY35wzniHZPp_UGp-SMCDX5uHTk/1/di" border="0" 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chicken, chilis, parmesan, cheddar and 1 cup monterey jack in bowl. place half in baking dish. <br /><br />layer with 4 tortilla halves. spread on remaining chicken mixture. layer with 4 tortilla halves. pour enchilada sauce evenly oven tortillas. top with 1/2 cup monterey cheese.<br /><br />bake covered for 30 minutes. uncover and bake for 15 more minutes.<br /><br /><br />**recipe can be doubled and still fit in same dish.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-7723659788019737600?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/VugyE8O9vGLKUilcDl7RR-vTO1I/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/VugyE8O9vGLKUilcDl7RR-vTO1I/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/VugyE8O9vGLKUilcDl7RR-vTO1I/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/VugyE8O9vGLKUilcDl7RR-vTO1I/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/EverythingIsBetterWithCheese/~4/pvnqOSIYWGc" height="1" width="1"/>dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01813124495664428595noreply@blogger.com0http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2011/11/three-cheese-creamy-chicken-casserole.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1609050259963950588.post-17615016841567087892011-11-20T13:32:00.007-07:002011-11-20T19:26:09.059-07:002011-11-20T19:26:09.059-07:00sunday - bacon chili<br />indian fry bread<br />sweet potato casserole<br />applesauce<br /><br />monday - beef flautas<br />red beans and cajun rice<br />yogurt<br />sauted summer squash<br />watermelon<br />*linking to <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">www.orgjunkie.com</a> for meal planning monday*<br /><br />tuesday - seared tuna steaks<br />shrimp with cocktail sauce<br />string cheese<br />macaroni salad<br />brussel sprouts with bacon and teriyaki<br />clementines<br /><br />wednesday - black bean tortilla bake with mascarpone<br />gaucamole and chips<br />broccoli and cauliflower salad in italian dressing<br />asian pears<br />eggnog<br /><br />thursday - orange basil turkey<br />mushroom stuffing<br />mashed potatoes with gravy<br />sliced cheese and crackers<br />asparagus<br /><a href="http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2010/08/cauliflower-gratin.html">cauliflower gratin</a><br />green bean casserole<br />raspberry jello with fresh raspberries<br />snicker apple salad <br />banana creme pie<br /><br />friday - eat out at buca de beppo<br /><br />saturday - leftovers<br /><br />sunday - taco salad<br />cottage cheese<br />grilled zucchini spears<br />pineapple and blueberries<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-1761501684156708789?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/D_wAg8i1-LA57wrY96cjQTuay6o/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/D_wAg8i1-LA57wrY96cjQTuay6o/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/D_wAg8i1-LA57wrY96cjQTuay6o/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/D_wAg8i1-LA57wrY96cjQTuay6o/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/EverythingIsBetterWithCheese/~4/LOOI3vjU1E4" height="1" width="1"/>dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01813124495664428595noreply@blogger.com0http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2011/11/menu-planning-1120-1126.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1609050259963950588.post-42776965941719027852011-11-14T09:23:00.003-07:002011-11-20T19:18:45.853-07:002011-11-20T19:18:45.853-07:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-1PKh9j8_BJY/TsFAqe6qJ2I/AAAAAAAAAcA/4EUZhi4rEG4/s1600/706.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-1PKh9j8_BJY/TsFAqe6qJ2I/AAAAAAAAAcA/4EUZhi4rEG4/s320/706.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5674888104061314914" /></a> any advice on how to ripen green tomatoes? does a warm windowsill or a brown paper bag work better? or is there a recipe you love using green tomatoes, other than fried green tomatoes?<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-4277696594171902785?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/Um9iaGAdSaqF6rVnwGY059Qj0OM/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/Um9iaGAdSaqF6rVnwGY059Qj0OM/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/Um9iaGAdSaqF6rVnwGY059Qj0OM/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/Um9iaGAdSaqF6rVnwGY059Qj0OM/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/EverythingIsBetterWithCheese/~4/PJAxbbfsuFo" height="1" width="1"/>dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01813124495664428595noreply@blogger.com1http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2011/11/green-tomatoes.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1609050259963950588.post-52869037045427889062011-11-13T22:16:00.008-07:002011-11-16T13:51:31.627-07:002011-11-16T13:51:31.627-07:00we have finally eaten the last of the zucchini and green beans from the garden. we still have some <a href="http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2011/11/green-tomatoes.html">green tomatoes</a> that i hope will ripen.<br /><br />sunday - jumbo crab cakes<br />salad with smoked salmon, red onions and blue cheese<br />spaghetti squash with butter and parmesan<br />oranges<br /><br />monday - thai basil chicken<br />veggie medley<br />blueberries<br />*linking to <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">www.orgjunkie.com</a> for meal planning monday*<br /><br />tuesday - roast<br />baby yukon gold potatoes and baby carrots<br />green grapes<br /><br />wednesday - grilled pork chops<br />corn on the cob<br />buttered peas<br />pears<br /><br />thursday - leftovers<br /><br />friday - cucumber, avocado and gorgonzola in a pita with lemon-balsamic drizzle<br />cauliflower soup<br />spring green salad with cucumbers, mushrooms, edamame and gouda<br />honeydew melon<br /><br />saturday - eat out at thirty fourteen<br /><br />sunday - bacon chili<br />indian fry bread<br />sweet potato casserole<br />applesauce<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-5286903704542788906?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/fZ2MYoftLd3kw5n6aPtQpJ1OYbY/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/fZ2MYoftLd3kw5n6aPtQpJ1OYbY/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/fZ2MYoftLd3kw5n6aPtQpJ1OYbY/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/fZ2MYoftLd3kw5n6aPtQpJ1OYbY/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/EverythingIsBetterWithCheese/~4/2ExRh_UDdVc" height="1" width="1"/>dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01813124495664428595noreply@blogger.com0http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2011/11/menu-planiing-1013-1019.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1609050259963950588.post-28584161432498691382011-11-06T09:52:00.006-07:002011-11-06T11:20:23.922-07:002011-11-06T11:20:23.922-07:00sunday - rueben's with baby swiss<br />sweet potato fries<br />kiwi<br /><br />monday - ravioli with goat cheese, red peppers and sun-dried tomatoes<br />garlic green beans<br />caesar salad<br />blueberry kuchen<br />*linking to <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">www.orgjunkie.com</a> for meal planning monday*<br /><br />tuesday - peanut butter and apple sandwich<br />yogurt<br />baby carrots<br />strawberries<br /><br />wednesday - baked mac and cheese with ham<br />brussel sprouts<br />tomatoes with mozzarella slices<br /><a href="http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2010/02/cheese-ball.html">cheese ball</a> with pineapple wedges<br /><br />thursday - leftovers<br /><br />friday - eat out at 'it's all greek to me'<br /><br />saturday - meatloaf<br />mashed potatoes<br />cream cheese zucchini dish<br />pomegranate<br /><br />sunday - jumbo crab cakes<br />salad with smoked salmon, red onions and blue cheese<br />spaghetti squash with butter and parmesan<br />oranges<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-2858416143249869138?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/hAlXNL79c687ZIbQGn-p_YEM4zg/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/hAlXNL79c687ZIbQGn-p_YEM4zg/0/di" border="0" 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domino's pizza (coupon)<br /><br />wednesday - sloppy joe's<br />string cheese<br />green peppers<br />apple, strawberry and banana salad<br /><br />thursday - leftovers<br /><br />friday - fried egg sandwich with pickles and american cheese<br />zucchini hasbrowns<br />grapefruit halves with sugar<br /><br />saturday - blt's with avocado and brie<br />cottage cheese<br />steamed broccoli and cauliflower<br />pluots<br /><br />sunday - rueben's with baby swiss<br />sweet potato fries<br />kiwi<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-4288482031722302817?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/Jgk05Lb_wMBqy7A8PJ4MBDxNMC0/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/Jgk05Lb_wMBqy7A8PJ4MBDxNMC0/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/Jgk05Lb_wMBqy7A8PJ4MBDxNMC0/1/da"><img 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stockpot.<br /><br />slice the zucchini in half lengthwise to make boats. blanch the halves in boiling for 2 minutes. reach with tongs to retrieve and immediately immerse the zucchini in an ice bath using medium bowl. remove. blot excess water from zucchini with paper towels. <br /><br />use melon baller to hollow out zucchini by removing some of the middle pulp. leave at least a 1/4 inch wall.<br /><br />combine cheeses, cayenne pepper, and chives in mixing bowl. stuff zucchini with cheese mixture and place in a lightly greased baking dish. bake for 8-10 minutes or until zucchini is heated through and cheese is melted.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-8053277742088420471?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/dndtPgZRQh9SNO8FYcXesIvvcJQ/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/dndtPgZRQh9SNO8FYcXesIvvcJQ/0/di" 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href="http://everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com/2010/05/baked-brie.html">baked brie</a> with chipped pecans over garlic bread<br />spicy zucchini boats<br />pears <br /><br />thursday - spinach, mushroom and feta calzones<br />cottage cheese<br />salad bar fixing<br />apple slices with peanut butter<br />ice cream sandwiches<br /><br />friday - crockpot lobster bisque<br />tomato brunch sandwiches (recipe from one perfect bite)<br />broiled asparagus<br />watermelon<br /><br />saturday - patty's pirate-themed halloween party<br /><br />sunday - apricot chicken<br />yogurt<br />quinoa<br />bacon-wrapped brussel sprouts with mozzarella<br />strawberries<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-605495777692212738?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/iysx8rIjr-nMyerTERQeM9Mhqr0/0/da"><img 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baste<br /><br />take the skin off roasted hatch chilis and pull out the seed. wrap chili around string cheese. wrap with egg roll (follow instruction on package for folding directions). baste the top with a small amount of oil to help brown.<br /><br />bake at 400 degrees for 12-20 minutes (until golden brown) and flip. the package said 10-12 minutes, but the other side was still soft. we got tired of waiting and turned on the broiler to speed up the browning. it worked perfectly.<br /><br />serve smothered with green chili (home-made, store-bought or from a nearby mexican restaurant) and shredded sharp cheddar cheese.<br /><br />sooooooo easy! and delicious!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1609050259963950588-6672151321784364782?l=everythingisbetterwithcheese.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div> <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/jcfPNC4_0yikicQ8kPxvcOHFPsE/0/da"><img 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