My Families Real Menu April and May 2024

Hey Friend! Thanks for stopping by! Here is our next menu coming up. It includes our Mothers Day Dessert Social Refreshments and our May the 4th foods. Happy May the 4th and Mothers Day to all the amazing ladies out there!

Have a great weekend and ENJOY your kitchen!

DINNERS

Hamburger Gravy with homemade Mashed Potatoes and Veggies

Low carb Zuppa Storm Truppa Soup, Tatooine toast, Yoda soda

BIG FHE-we bring homemade refried beans, Dads Guacamole, Shredded cheese and nacho cheese

Shepherd’s Pie and veggies

leftovers

Meatball subs, Overnight Pasta Salad, chips

Chicken enchilada soup in a crock pot, tortilla chips and cheese

Nana's Carbonara and veggies

Little Porky, veggies

Red Enchilada Bake and toppings with Chips, cheese and salsa

Fork Me Chicken, Creamy Au Gratin Potatoes, deconstructed green bean bundles

Chicken Burrito Bowls

EASY DINNERS

Pizza Rolls

Loaded French fries

Freezer finds

DESSERTS

Texas sheet cake cookies

GG’s Cheesecake

No Bake Cookies

Wookie Cookies

MOTHERS DAY REFRESHMENTS

Mint Brownies

Fruit Pizzas

Chex mix

Dip-able veggies and ranch dip

Comments

12 Homemade Simmer Pot/Stove Potpourri Recipes...Would make great gift too!

I love love love things that make my house smell well.....yummy! These recipes are wonderful for just that! I love to just throw the ingredients into a small saucepan on the stove and let them just barely simmer. (not to be left unattended) This also makes a great neighbor gift! Just deliver the ingredients to a friend with the instructions in a cute embellished bag and TA DA! Cheap, yet wonderful gift!! (plus makes a great humidifier too!) My Favorite Potpourri Recipe 1 lemon cut in fourths 1 apple cut in fourths 1 orange cut in fourths 2 or 3 cinnamon sticks Water to cover Place in a pan and simmer. Holiday Potpourri 1 Orange 1 Lemon 1 Bay Leaf 1 Cinnamon Stick 1/4 Cup Whole Cloves 1. Cut orange and lemon into pieces. 2. Put all ingredients in a sauce pan and cover with water. 3. Simmer on stove, and add additional water during the day, when needed. Holiday Spice 2 c. water 1/2 c. sugar 1 c. pineapple juice 1 c. orange juice 1 lemon, sliced 4 cinnamon sticks 1 Tbs...

Copycat Stouffers Grandma's Chicken and Rice

Indulge in a homemade masterpiece that outshines the frozen aisle. Tender chicken breast, perfectly seasoned and seared to lock in juices, combined with fluffy rice, all enveloped in a rich, creamy semi-homemade sauce. Each bite is a symphony of flavors dancing on your taste buds. This dish is comfort food at its finest, reminiscent of Grandma's kitchen. Say goodbye to the freezer section; this homemade version of Stouffer's Grandma's Chicken and Rice is a culinary triumph you'll crave time and time again! PS this recipe makes a lot! You can get an 8x8 and a 9x13 out of it. It would be perfect to take the extra to a friend in need or to freeze for later.

Cheesy Lil Smokies Pasta

This quick easy pasta dish will delight your people with the delicious Boursin cheese! We love the smokies around here so I always double the amount called for in the recipe but I am sure it would be just a good as written. Give this easy one a try soon! You'll be glad you did!

Our menu-4-2 through 4-9 2025

BRUNCH The Best Cinnamon roll hack DINNER Minestrone, onion soup bread Leftovers Low carb Spinach and artichoke Chicken casserole, garlic bread Classic Cobb Salad Quebec spaghette, veggies and garlic bread Taco bake and toppings, chips and salsa Hearty mac and cheese , veggies DESSERTS hummingbird cake Mint brownies

Hummingbird Sheet Cake

This Easy Hummingbird Cake starts with a cake mix but tastes like it came straight from grandma’s kitchen! Packed with crushed pineapple, ripe bananas, and a touch of cinnamon, this cake is ultra-moist and full of Southern charm. A simple cream cheese frosting takes it over the top, making it perfect for holidays, birthdays, showers, or casual get-togethers. Whether you're baking for a crowd or just want a little something special on an ordinary day, this recipe delivers big flavor with minimal fuss. It's party-worthy and weeknight-easy—just the way we like it!

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