I am looking forward to the summer months…because it means I can be a little more creative in the kitchen, and make meals that require more time and a bit more effort.  During the school year we are constantly on the go with after school activities, so our evening meals tend to get a bit “routine”.  I have to plan easy dinners for nights where we have limited time between activities.  Starting this week all of our after school activities are on hold…so look for a more creative menu next Monday!

Here’s what we were eating last week ::

  • Hot Dogs & Garlic Fries (love love love the Hot Dogs from Trader Joe’s with no additives, no nitrates, minimally processed, etc.)
  • Salmon (seasoned with butter & Old Bay seasoning and grilled to perfection) served with a chicken wild rice concoction Michael came up with.  The salmon came from Kremer’s Market on Buttermilk Pike and it was delicious!

  • Steak & Baked potatoes (Mother’s Day!)

And I also had a lovely dinner at Walt’s Hitching Post with my parents to celebrate Mother’s Day…I’ll post a review soon on Family Friendly Cincinnati!

What have you been eating?  Please leave your menu plan links in the comments!

For more inspiration be sure to check out OrgJunkie’s Menu Plan Monday Roundup and the Little Things Blog Pinterest board of Recipes I Love.

And be sure to read my post about super cute Fiestaware Fruit Bowls!   They are so handy and perfect for any kitchen.