On The Menu Week Of November 24

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Need a little dinner inspiration this week? I’ve put together 7 delicious dinner menus and 36 tried-and-true recipes that are just right for the season.

As we head into Thanksgiving week, our homes begin to fill with the sights, smells, and rhythms of the holiday season. Whether you’re busy prepping a feast or planning for a quieter celebration, this is the perfect time to slow down and enjoy the simple pleasure of good food shared with the people you love.

This week’s menu is all about cozy comfort and make-ahead ease. With the big holiday meal on the horizon, I’ve gathered recipes that bring warmth to your table without adding extra stress to your days. You’ll find soul-satisfying soups, hearty casseroles, easy skillet dinners, and a few treats to sweeten the week.

This week is about balance and keeping meals simple and satisfying while making space for rest, gratitude, and joy. Let your kitchen be a place of calm in the busyness of the season.

Here’s what’s On the Menu for the week of November 24th.

I’m really looking forward to trying this Tex-Mex casserole. It’s packed with all the bold flavors I love—cheesy, creamy, and full of that fajita-style goodness that makes the whole house smell amazing while it’s baking. I just know this is going to be one of those dishes that tastes even better the next day, which means lunch is already calling my name!

There’s something so satisfying about having a comforting, flavor-packed casserole ready to go in the oven. It’s perfect for a busy night when you still want to serve something hearty and homemade. And the fact that there will be leftovers? That’s a win in my book. Thank you, Stacey, at Southern Bites for a wonderful Fajita Chicken Casserole!

 

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Fajita Chicken Casserole

Homemade Refried Beans

Cucumbers and Sliced Tomatoes

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This is such a gorgeous recipe. You can use any white fish if you cannot find Barramundi. I love bowls. They are an all-in-one bowl dinner. Thanks, Pinch of Yum for this scrumptious recipe.

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Garlic Basil Barramundi Skillet

Sauteed Spinach, Mushrooms, and Caramelized Onions

Crusty No-Knead Homemade Bread

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There’s no meal easier than a delicious steak on the grill. This is Bobb’s domain, and he loves to grill no matter the weather. Wednesday is a big day to keep prepping for Thanksgiving, so steaks will be easy and so delicious.

I’ve been looking forward to making this amazing asparagus dish, and today feels like the perfect day to try it. It looks so fresh and delicious, I could probably eat it all by itself for dinner, and maybe I will.

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Thanksgiving Day is my favorite day to cook. I love making a turkey, and I’ve been using Martha Stewart’s recipe for decades. It never fails.

I make almost the same menu every year because everyone has a favorite they look forward to. My Thanksgiving prep begins the week before when I make my make-ahead turkey gravy. It is so delicious, and I add the turkey drippings right before serving Thanksgiving dinner. Pumpkin pies, mashed potatoes, uncooked stuffing, and homemade green bean casserole are a few more dishes I make ahead of time. My family kindly fills in the rest of the menu. To all the Thanksgiving cooks, God bless you!

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There’s nothing quite like the smell of pot roast slowly braising in the oven to make a house feel like home. And once it is prepped, it’s so easy to make and can feed a small crowd!

This Dutch oven pot roast with carrots and potatoes captures that nostalgia and heartiness in every bite. A tender chuck roast seared, then nestled in rich beef broth alongside large wedges of potatoes and thick chunks of sweet carrots—everything is slowly cooked until it’s melt‑in‑your‑mouth tender. 

This kind of recipe brings warmth to the table, especially as the evenings grow cooler. Serve it with a simple salad, your favorite crusty bread, or just as is for a meal that fills both body and soul. And the leftovers? They’re even better the next day.

Dutch Oven Pot Roast with Carrots and Potatoes

Arugula Salad with Shaved Parmesan and Pine Nuts in a Lemon Vinaigrette

There’s something so comforting about a pot of soup that brings together unexpected flavors in a big, cozy bowl, and this sun‑dried tomato lasagna soup does just that. With rich sun‑dried tomatoes, tender pasta, gooey cheese, vibrant spinach, and a creamy broth all simmered to perfection, it captures the heartiness of lasagna in a soup form. 

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This sweet Italian sausage, pepper, and potato bake just has “cozy family dinner” written all over it. Tender potatoes, colorful bell peppers, savory Italian sausag,e and melted cheese all come together in one comforting casserole. Amanda’s Cookin’

I love how this recipe takes everyday ingredients and turns them into something that feels both rustic and a little bit elegant. It’s perfect for a weeknight when you want something hearty and satisfying—without spending hours in the kitchen.

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Barcardi Rum Cake is a classic. I grew up eating this at Holiday time. Not only is it iconically delicious, but so easy to make because it’s made with a box mix. I’m making it this early this week and freezing it. If we need it over the weekend, I’ll have it. If not, there will be plenty of oportunities to eat this treat in December.

Barcardi Rum Cake From A Box Mix

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Pumpkin coffee cake with streusel topping is moist, spiced, and perfect with coffee.

Banana cake with cream cheese frosting is a sweet and nostalgic treat.

Mushroom spinach quiche is hearty, savory, and ideal for brunch.

For something cozy and classic, try streusel-topped banana nut bread.

Creamy garlic butter salmon is rich, flaky, and packed with flavor.

This Creamy butternut pasta with sausage and spinach makes a warm and filling dinner.

Christmas bark with pistachios and cranberries is festive, sweet, and easy to make.

Yum! Pumpkin risotto with bacon and parmesan is creamy, savory, and full of fall flavor.

Mini wild rice stuffed pumpkins are as charming as they are delicious.

Garlic herb baked brie is melty, aromatic, and perfect for holiday gatherings.

Pumpkin pie overnight oats with chia seeds are easy, creamy, and great for meal prep.

Panera egg soufflés are buttery, fluffy, and surprisingly easy to make at home.

Nani’s scrumptious pork and cabbage soup is a comforting family classic.

Pumpkin pie ice cream is a chilly, spiced twist on a holiday favorite.

This Sausage and apple-stuffed acorn squash is hearty, sweet, and perfect for fall.

You’ll love this recipe for a Pumpkin spice smoothie is creamy, cozy, and perfect for mornings on the go.

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Happy cooking, friends…