Menu Monday {week 2}

Better late than never, right?  RIGHT?!?

Monday:  Slow cooker BBQ Pork and Broccoli Slaw

(This recipe is fabulous.  It's my go-to for making dinner for other families.  Husband eats his BBQ on Hawaiian rolls.  Sofreakingood.)

BBQ:  http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/BBQ-Pork-for-Sandwiches/Detail.aspx
Slaw: 1 bag of broccoli slaw, add 2 packets Splenda, 1/3 cup mayo, 1/4 red wine vinegar, 2 tbsp dried minced onion, 1 tbsp red pepper flakes, salt and pepper to taste!

Tuesday:  Grilled Chicken and sauteed veggies
(Chicken marinated in italian dressing and crispy roasted okra.)

Wednesday:  Thai Food

(Wednesday is going to be ballstastic for both of us so I decided some Drunken Noodles might help:-))

Thursday:  Barbacoa Beef, Pico de Gallo, Avocado and lettuce bowls

(Spicy scrumptalescentness.  I ALWAYS use Tapatio, canned diced chiles, and sometimes use a beer instead of water for the cooking liquid.  I also quit browning the beef before putting it in the slow cooker because I never tasted a difference!)

Beef: http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Charleys-Slow-Cooker-Mexican-Style-Meat/Detail.aspx

Friday:  PIZZA NIGHT!  Woot!

Saturday: Paleo Fish and Chips with Red Pepper Remoulade

(Let's see how this turns out with the frozen fish fromt the Commissary.  At least I know the "chips" will be amazing!)

"Fried fish:" http://couponconnections.com/how-to-make-paleo-fish-chips-gluten-and-dairy-free/
Fries: http://couponconnections.com/recipe-how-to-make-sweet-potato-fries-with-chipotle-ketchup-dipping-sauce-2/
Spicy sauce:  http://www.skinnytaste.com/2010/04/baked-lump-crab-cakes-with-red-pepper.html

Sunday:  Pesto Stuffed Pork Chops and Sauteed Veggies
(I got this idea from a recipe on AllRecipes but I'm using an Everyday Paleo pesto and winging it for the rest!)

Parsley pesto:  http://everydaypaleo.com/parsley-pesto/



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NOTES

-  I almost always stick to the plan.  Occasionally, I get hormonal/tired/lazy and have my husband bring home Thai food or Greek salads but usually my plan is pretty spot on.

-  Friday is always pizza night/going out to eat.  Without fail.

-  I do not use circulars/sales/coupons when meal planning.  Coupons are super hard to come by in the armpit of the country where I live but because I shop at the Commissary I know I'm getting a really good deal.

-  Because we are following the Paleo style of eating these menus are very protein heavy and cheese light.  Husband still eats sour cream/cheese/bread as a side on occasion but I avoid them 98% of the time.

-  The warm weather/time of year has us grilling out often!

-  If Husband works a night or goes to a work event I DO NOT COOK.  I don't enjoy cooking for just myself but heck, take-out for one is always fun!!