The week of Christmas has arrived!  What a fun time of year.  I really love everything about the holidays (except maybe my shrinking wallet:), and I think the food is a major component!  I really try to keep things simple so I'm not in the kitchen while everyone else is having fun.  But I also want it to taste delicious and be special.  On Christmas day I have a tradition of cooking up a million rolls (I use Rhodes--easy!), having several different deli meat and cheese choices, yummy dips with crackers and veggies, and salads.  I set everything out, and invite anyone over that is able.  We play games, watch movies, take on a little xbox, etc.  Super fun!  This year we're hosting the Wall family Christmas Eve Celebration.  When Jud's parents are out of the country (which is actually quite often, they are currently on mission #7, or is it #8?, I've lost track!) we take over for Christmas Eve.  We love having family over to share this special time.

Here's my menu for the week:
Monday:  Homemade Cafe Rio
Tuesday:  Larson family party!
Wednesday:  Awesome Baked Ham and Sweet Dinner Rolls  (the family is bringing Augratin potatoes, salads, green bean casserole, appetizers and dessert)
Thursday Breakfast:  Charleston Breakfast Casserole, Yogurt Granola Parfaits, and Hashbrowns
Thursday Lunch/Dinner:  Rhodes Rolls, Several Different Lunchmeats, Cheese Variety, Cranberry Relish with Cream Cheese, Costco Vegetable Tray, Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce, Cowboy Caviar with Tortilla Chips, and Italian Green Salad
Friday:  Leftovers from Christmas
Saturday:  Mom's Night Off!
Sunday:  Easy Lasagna with Garlic Bread and Green Salad