Thanksgiving is coming quickly!  We're having our feast at my in-law's home and I was assigned rolls and vegetables.  Here are the recipes I am planning to use:

Southern Baked Candied Yams
Ultimate Green Bean Casserole
Sweet Dinner Rolls

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)

I took a quick trip to St. George with Chase's high school swim team.  It was a long drive, but worth it!  I loved getting to know the team better and cheering Chase on at his meet.  He did excellent, setting some new personal records.  It's always nice to come home after being away, I seem to be appreciated more!  Imagine that!  I'm looking forward to a fun week.  I'm teaching a class on freezer meals on Tuesday and then have a Primary training on Thursday and a fun night out with old friends on Saturday.
Here's my menu for the week:
Monday:  Beef Stroganoff over Egg Noodles with Steamed Broccoli and Apple Dumplings
Tuesday:  Baked Creamy Chicken Taquitos with Limed Rice, Lentils and Guacamole
Wednesday:  Chicken Pot Pie with Pomegranate Green Salad and Bottled Fruit
Thursday:  Sour Cream Pork Chops with Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans
Friday:  Homemade Pizza Night using this Breadmaker Crust
Saturday:  Mom's Night Off :)
Sunday:  Pre-Thanksgiving dinner with the Larsons.  I'm bringing these rolls and mashed potatoes.

Work is getting done on our new backyard and it's so fun to see the progress.  We are the neighborhood entertainment with the heavy machinery back there moving dirt and placing rocks. We're getting excited!
Here's my menu for the week:
Monday:  Fried Rice, Teriyaki Chicken and Cabbage Salad
Tuesday:  Crispy Chicken Wraps, Cottage Fries and Vegetable Tray
Wednesday:  Turkey Burgers, Chips and Salsa and Green Salad
Thursday:  Crockpot Soup
Friday:  Mom's Night Off :)
Saturday:  Breakfast for dinner
Sunday:  Larson family dinner--Erin's Homecoming!