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Our Real Families Actual Menu Aug 2024


 
Hello Reader! Welcome! This is our normal everyday families menu with regular, easy meals. We are getting ready for back to school here so planned lunches will begin to fade out and this may become a dinner only menu for a bit sometime in the near future. If you have any questions or are curious about a recipe feel free to reach out in the comments. Have a great weekend and

 ENJOY YOUR KITCHEN!


LUNCHES

Ramen and Veggies

Tuna Dip and Crackers

Leftovers

Freezer Finds

Soup and Crackers

Frozen Burritos

Peanut Butter and Honey Sandwiches and Chips

Hot Pockets

Mini tacos

Grilled Cheese and Soup


DINNERS

Poor Mans Casserole and Garlic Bread

OUT FOR BDAY PARTY

Shrimp Tacos, Salad 

Hamburger potato Casserole and Parmesan Green Beans

Leftovers

3 Ingredient Ranch Pork Chops, baked potatoes and Veggies

Jalapeno Popper chicken and Veggies

Chicken Pot Pie and Church Salad

Baked ziti, garlic Bread and Veggies

Café Rio Sweet Pork Salad

Breakfast bowls and Watermelon

Teriyaki Chicken Casserole


EASY KID DINNERS

Pizza Rolls


DESSERTS

Peppermint Meltaways

Tiger Butter

Earthquake Cake

Easy Microwave Caramels


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