Week of April 2

How was your weekend? Ours was great! I played in a tennis tournament Saturday, came in second place and enjoyed a fabulous dinner out with great friends. Time to plan this week’s menu…..only feeling adventurous to try one new menu item this week, Orzo with Chicken and Lemon. Saving my energy to be more adventurous on Easter! I am going to try several new side dishes. I will post those later in the week.

Monday – Orzo w/ with Chicken and Lemon via Cooking Healthy for Me: http://www.cookinghealthyforme.com/2012/01/orzo-with-chicken-and-lemon.html

Tuesday – Another game night….Thankful for my crock pot: Santa Fe Chicken via Skinny Taste: http://www.skinnytaste.com/2009/02/crock-pot-santa-fe-chicken-425-pts.html

Wednesday – Pasta Vodka and Broccoli

Thursday – DIY

Friday – Veggie Ratatouille -->


Easter Menu Preview:
• Honey Baked Ham
• Chicken Marbella
• Cheesy Potatoes
• Chopped Salad
• Asparagus and Cheese Tart

I’m thinking Three Cheese Garlic Bread as an appetizer and Pistachio Baklava Tartlets for dessert. Recipes to come soon…..


LIGHTER PASTA VODKA
Cook 1 lb penne pasta, al dente.
Heat jar of marina sauce over medium heat in saucepan. Slowly add 1 cup skim milk, ½ cup half-n-half. Stir to combine. Add red pepper flakes to taste. Add ¼ cup vodka. Stir and simmer.
Top cooked/drained pasta with sauce and ½ cup shredded fresh parmesan cheese.