Meal Planning - June 15 - 21, 2021

It's late, so I'll jump right in.

Tuesday, June 15
(G., L., and B.'s birthdays)

Lentil dal
Naan
Store bought red velvet cake

Wednesday, June 16

Chicken burgers
     J. was taking many people to a Kane County Cougars' game, so we needed a fast and easy dinner so they could get out the door in time.
Tater tots

Thursday, June 17

Macaroni and cheese
Sauteed spinach

Friday, June 18

Spicy Moroccan style chicken and lentil soup
     Yes, this was on last week's menu, but one night we ended up having pizza for dinner because it was that kind of a day, so this is being recycled to this week.
French bread

Saturday, June 19

Chicken chilaquiles
     A new recipe from my favorite Mexican cookbook
Spanish rice

Sunday, June 20
(D.'s birthday)

I have no idea. D. is still thinking about what he wants for his birthday dinner. 

Monday, June 21
(J.'s birthday)

Grilled steak salad
Homemade rolls

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