My heart is so sad over the terrorist attacks in France.  Such a senseless loss of life.  I'm anxious to hear from my missionary (who is serving in France) this morning.  On Mondays he and his companion get their wifi from a nearby McDonalds.  Assuming the mission president tells them they can leave their apartments today, I should hear from him shortly.  We did hear from his Mission President the evening of the attacks and he assured us that all the missionaries are safe and they will be in their apartments and off public transportation for the next few days.
On a happier note, I CAN'T BELIEVE NEXT WEEK IS THANKSGIVING!  That snuck up on me!
Here's my  menu for the week:
Monday:  Chicken Fettucine Alfredo , Olive Garden Salad and Breadsticks
Tuesday:  Sloppy Joes, Chips and Salsa and Relish Tray
Wednesday:  Spicy Kabocha Soup with Turkey Pesto Paninis
Thursday:  Parmesan Tilapia with Sauteed Garlic Lime Brussel Sprouts and Rice Pilaf
Friday:  Mom's Night Off :)
Saturday:  Grilled Cheese and Soup
Sunday:  Lasagna, Garlic Bread and Green Salad

Here's the Kabocha soup recipe that my sweet friend gave me (along with the Kabocha)

Spicy Kabocha Soup with Pepitas

1 T. olive oil

1 med onion thinly sliced

2 cloves garlic minced

2 t. smoked paprika

1 bay leaf

2 T. apple cider

1/2 T. apple cider vinegar

1 1/2 lb kabocha peeled and diced

2 c. vegetable broth

Heat oil.  Ad onion and saute.  Add garlic, spices and bayleaf.  Cook 1 minute.  Add cider and vinegar.  Add squash, broth, and 1 c. water.  Bring to a simmer.  Cover and reduce to medium low or until squash is tender.  Remove bay leaf and puree.  Season with salt and pepper.

Spiced Pepitas (hulled pumpkin seeds)

1/2 c. pumpkin seeds

1 T. olive oil

2 t. agave nectar (or honey)

1/2 t. smoked paprika

1/2 t. salt

Preheat oven to 350.  Line baking sheet with parchment paper.  Toss all incredients, spread on a sheet and bake 10-12 minutes stirring occasionally.  Cook and break apart to top soup.

I never have smoked paprika so I use this blend (1 t. cumin 2 t. paprika dash of cayenne)