We had a Pork Roast, Mashed Potatoes, and Asparagus for dinner last night. I think I got the best reviews from Mark I've had in awhile. Don't misinterpret, he almost always enjoys what I make - but this meal was right up his ally, and he really really enjoyed it. I just might need to make roast more often.
Looks good doesn't it?
I cooked the roast in a half can of Pepsi (because it was sitting on the counter, that's why), some butter, and Jamaican Jerk Seasoning. The potatoes I added a little ranch, bacon bits, milk and butter to. Finally the Asparagus I pan fried in Hickory Smoked Grapeseed Oil with some Ranchers Steak Rub seasoning. We can't forget the Hollandaise sauce either. It's the perfect pairing for asparagus, but worked as a great "gravy" for the potatoes as well.
I must have really felt successful last night, because I've put together a bit of an ambitious menu plan this week!
Monday -
Smoke Salmon and 2 Potato Hash
Tuesday - Beef Mushroom Spaghetti
Wednesday - eating out
Thursday - Navajo Tacos
Friday - Enchiladas
Saturday - Cornmeal Chicken
Sunday - Chili
See ambitious! I didn't even schedule in a leftovers night, and I know there is going to be leftovers! We'll just have to eat them for lunch I guess.
*I'm linking up to
OrgJunkie's Menu Plan Monday
My favorite 'leftovers' tip is to use a can of soup as a base and throw everything in! For beef and vegetables I use Vegetable Beef soup, for tomato based dishes Cream of Tomato works best - you get the idea. If I'm really ambitious I will make some muffins to spoon the glop over. It makes a quick and often very delicious meal. If there isn't quite enough for the family you can throw an extra can of veggies into the mix.
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