This morning I have been thinking about those who have served and sacrificed for our country. Freedom is a beautiful thing. Thank you, Veterans! Find FREE Veterans Day Meals & Discounts here. Here's what's for dinner at my house this week: Monday -- Mushroom Lasagna, Whole Wheat Bread, green salads Tuesday -- Potato & Broccolini Frittata, kale salad Wednesday -- Meatloaf with BBQ Sauce, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Green Beans Thursday -- Pita Bread with Middle Eastern Vegetable Salad & Homemade Hummus, fresh fruit Friday -- Pizza Night! Saturday -- Simple Roast Chicken, baked potatoes, kale salad Sunday -- Dinner Out We'd Keep Reading

I was so proud of myself last week. I stuck with my menu plan from Monday - Sunday! I can't even remember the last time that happened. Mine usually fall apart around Friday. Plans change or I forget to pick up some ingredients or we get a better offer for dinner. I am still convinced on the merits of making a menu plan every week. With four small kids in our home right now, life just runs so much more smoothly when I have a plan for dinner ahead of time. Here's hoping we have another good run this week! Here's what's for dinner at my house this week: Monday -- Creamy Spinach & Mushroom Lasagna, No-Knead Bread, green salads Tuesday -- Keep Reading

I am having a hard time wrapping my brain around the fact that we'll be into November by the end of this week. Crazy! I think the long stretch of October sun threw me off. I'm actually thrilled to have the rain back and looking forward to cozy fall days. I'm planning to dust off my Crock Pot for 2 meals this week. Every time I use it, which is rare, I wonder why I don't pull it out more. I would love to hear your favorite slow cooker recipes! Leave a comment with your link. Here's what's for dinner at my house this week: Monday -- Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff, No-Knead Bread, green salad Tuesday -- Leftovers Wednesday -- Breakfast for Dinner: Keep Reading

As usual on Sunday nights, my husband and I get the kids in bed, before crashing side-by-side on the couch. We watch an episode from whatever series we're currently digging. Right now? BBC's Call the Midwife (Amazon). Jenny Lee is fine and everything, but I seriously adore Chummy. Are you hooked on this show yet? You should be. Anywho, while we watch our show, my husband calls out random menu ideas that sound good to him. I attach them to a day, and we call it a night. We make a good team. Menu planning isn't difficult as long as you figure out a system that works for you. Oh, and a bowl of ice cream doesn't hurt, either. Here's what's for dinner Keep Reading

My husband ended up working late four days last week. When that happens, my menu plan disintegrates into sandwiches or pancakes. The kids were perfectly happy with a simplified menu, and I was happy to have an easy end to the day. I think we're back on track. And I am excited about the week ahead, based solely on the food. Trust me, this is a good line-up! Here's what's for dinner at my house this week: Monday -- East Hampton Clam Chowder, Buttermilk Biscuits, coleslaw Tuesday -- Butternut Squash & Caramelized Onion Galette, Raw Tuscan Kale Salad Wednesday -- Simple Roast Chicken, Mushroom Casserole, Roasted Green Beans Thursday -- Meatloaf Keep Reading

It is absolutely pouring down rain outside right now. I am loving this crazy stormy weather. My plan for this week combines a flavorful vegetable-based menu with some favorite comfort foods. Assuming we don't lose power, here's what's for dinner at my house this week: Monday -- Dinner with Family Tuesday -- Dinner Out Wednesday -- Big Salads, No-Knead Bread Thursday -- Rice Bowls with Spicy Curry Sauce, canned peaches Friday -- Mushroom Lasagna, kale salad Saturday -- Butternut Squash Soup, buttermilk biscuits, coleslaw Sunday -- Biscuits (leftovers) & Mushroom Gravy, scrambled eggs, fruit salad Find more great recipes on Frugal Living Keep Reading