On the Table

With all the things going on this week, I will have to be extra intentional about the family meeting around the table for dinner. Family dinnertime is a priority for us, one that continually brings me to shuffle schedules and expectations. It seems the best time of the day is when we all sit down and connect over a plate of food. Our children hear about their Daddy's work, and Daddy and I get to hear about their activities. We have a chance to focus on manners, and we get to discuss the art of conversation. Even though I don't usually manage a home-cooked meal 7 days a week, I know most every meal I provide is healthier for them than eating out, and hopefully I am growing a new generation who will love to cook.



Here's what I'm planning for this week:



Meal 1: Huli Huli Chicken (ezra pound cake) & maple roasted sweet potatoes & Spinach and Clementine Salad (good life eats)



Meal 2: Baked Shrimp in Tomatoes and Feta (simply recipes)



Meal 3: King Arthur No Knead Pizza Dough with BBQ Chicken toppings



Meal 4: Angi's Ham and Cheese Torta with fruit salad, Blueberry Orange Bread, and Milk Chocolate Pudding (joy the baker)


Meal 5: Parmesan Chicken (barefoot contessa)



Tuesdays with Dorie- Tartest Lemon Tart