One The Menu Third Week Of May

Get 45 delicious mix-and-match recipes on the menu this week.

Welcome to this week’s dinner menu! I have been having so much fun putting this one together because there is a little bit of everything, from a slow cooker favorite to a fun Friday night calzone night, with some really delicious family recipes in between. I even snuck in a French sweet treat that I cannot wait to tell you about.

Pull up a chair, friend, this is a good week at the table!

This week’s Monday dinner is a dress rehearsal for a friend’s birthday luncheon I’m hosting next week, and it’s also Bobby’s all-time favorite soup! I chose Tieghan’s slow cooker French Onion Soup because her recipes are always reliable and delicious.

The peppery Arugula Salad, with its bright lemon vinaigrette, is the perfect pairing to balance the soup’s richness. I’m also testing the Lemon Rhubarb Loaf tonight since we have company coming next weekend and I want to serve it as a little pre-breakfast treat.

Crockpot French Onion Soup

Arugula Salad with Parmesan, Pepitas, and Lemon Vinaigrette

Lemon Rhubarb Loaf With Glaze

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So many French recipes are actually quite easy to make, and tonight’s dinner is a perfect example. Chicken Normande is a one-pan meal, so clean-up is a breeze, and the flavors are absolutely delicious. The bacon-wrapped asparagus is a natural pairing alongside the chicken.

Nani’s Sauteed Rice is a recipe my grandmother made for me for as long as I can remember, and now I love making it for my grandkids.

Chicken Normande

Nani’s Sauteed Rice

Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus

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Cod is one of my favorite fish, and this Easy Baked Lemon Cod practically swims in lemon and butter, which makes it absolutely irresistible. The Creamy Polenta With Mushrooms brings rustic, earthy flavors to the plate and is the perfect counterpoint to the lighter fish.

A simple Parmesan Chopped Salad rounds out this easy, satisfying dinner.

Easy Baked Lemon Cod

Creamy Polenta With Mushrooms

Parmesan Chopped Salad

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Linguini and Clams is one of our favorites, and it is one of those dinners that feels really special but is surprisingly easy to pull together. Our family’s favorite Classic Caesar Salad is the perfect partner for this dish.

Linguini With White Clam Sauce

Classic Caesar Salad with Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing

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I love making homemade dough, and this Spinach and Ricotta Calzone recipe makes it so easy. Filled with creamy ricotta and fresh spinach, it is a real crowd pleaser, and I’ll serve it alongside a good jarred marinara sauce for dipping.

The Garlic Roasted Vegetables are a colorful, caramelized mix of seasonal vegetables tossed in olive oil and roasted until tender and golden. They make great leftovers, too!

Spinach And Ricotta Calzones

Garlic Roasted Vegetables

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Leeks are one of those vegetables that just feel like spring to me, and this 30-Minute One-Pan Creamy Chicken and Leeks is everything I love about a simple, seasonal dinner. It comes together quickly, cleans up easily, and tastes like something you would order at a lovely little bistro.

A crisp Greek Salad is the perfect fresh finish.

30-Minute One-Pot Creamy Chicken And Leeks

Greek Salad

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This afternoon we are having the kids and grandkids over for an early dinner, and the slow cooker is doing all the heavy lifting! I’ll make the Crock Pot Pulled Pork ahead of time so it’s ready to warm up whenever we are.

On a trip to Savannah, Georgia, we had Honey Mustard Coleslaw at a restaurant near Tybee Island for the first time, and it was a big, delicious surprise. It is now my new favorite way to make coleslaw.

The Crispy Air Fryer Potatoes are the perfect side, golden and crispy outside and tender inside.

Crock Pot Pulled Pork in Potato Buns

Honey Mustard Coleslaw

Crispy Air-Fryer Potatoes

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Have you ever heard of a Flaugnarde? I hadn’t either, but the moment I saw it was a custard flan filled with fresh strawberries, I knew I had to try it. It is surprisingly easy to make and feels like a little taste of French country cooking right at your own table.

Strawberry Flaugnarde– strawberry custard flan

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Strawberry Lemon Pound Cake With Lemon Glaze is a tender, golden cake bursting with fresh strawberries and finished with a bright lemon glaze, making every slice irresistible.

A salty, cheesy, satisfying snack that disappears fast, Rice Crispy Cheddar Crackers are one of those treats you will want to keep on hand all the time.

One simple addition makes Egg Salad With A Twist brighter and just a little tangier than the classic you grew up with.

If you have never tried a potato salad with dill pickles, The Best Dill Pickle Potato Salad is about to become the most requested dish at every cookout you host.

You will make it once and find yourself making it every week after that, which is exactly what happens with Chocolate Toffee Crack.

Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad pairs sweet blueberries and crunchy pistachios with crisp greens for a dish that feels as good as it looks.

Creamy, vibrant, and loaded with fresh greens, Green Goddess Pasta is as pretty on the plate as it is delicious.

Strawberry Puff Pastry is a flaky, golden pastry filled with sweet strawberries that looks like it came straight from a bakery window.

Everyone at the table is happy to see a plate of Classic Beef Tacos, loaded with seasoned beef and all the fresh toppings you love.

Buttery, crisp, and made with just a few simple ingredients, Easy To Make Authentic Scottish Shortbread Cookies prove that the best cookies are always the most classic ones.

Pizza Caesar Salad brings all the bold flavors of a Caesar salad together with an irresistible crunch, making it a fun and delicious twist on two favorites.

A gorgeous, no-fuss tart with a creamy cheese filling and a fresh berry topping, Simple Berry Cheese Tart is perfect for any occasion.

Crispy Balsamic Thyme Potato Torte is a stunning layered potato dish with crispy edges, earthy thyme, and a rich balsamic finish that is as impressive as it is delicious.

Light, fluffy, and full of bright lemon flavor, Lemon Ricotta Poppyseed Pancakes have a tender ricotta richness that makes weekend mornings feel really special.

All the warm, spiced flavors of carrot cake come together effortlessly in Carrot Cake Overnight Oats, and the best part is you make it the night before.

Chicken Piccata With Artichokes is a bright, lemony classic made even better with tender artichoke hearts.

A beautiful, flavor-packed roast with a golden herb crust, Herb Crusted Pork Loin is perfect for a special family dinner.

Rich, savory gravy and a hearty, comforting patty make Bobby Flay’s Salisbury Steak a weeknight dinner that feels like so much more than a simple meal.

Tuscan White Bean Soup is a simple, satisfying bowl of creamy white beans, tender vegetables, and warm Italian flavors that feels like a hug from the inside out.

Individual, golden, and flaky, Mushroom Gruyere Pot Pies With Thyme are filled with earthy mushrooms and melty Gruyere for the most charming little dinner.

You will love having a batch of Italian Pinwheels in the fridge, a savory, crowd-pleasing appetizer packed with Italian flavors that is easy to make ahead.

Crispy, garlicky, and completely addictive, Zucchini Garlic Bites disappear from the plate almost the moment you set them down.

Pasta with Lemon Cream Sauce and Spring Vegetables is a silky, bright dish loaded with tender spring vegetables that tastes like the very best of the season.

A deeply flavorful, beautifully spiced dish, Ina Garten’s Indonesian Chicken is guaranteed to become a regular in your dinner rotation.

Pork Chop Hashbrown Casserole layers tender pork chops with crispy hashbrowns for a hearty, comforting casserole that is the ultimate easy family dinner.

Warm, rustic, and full of classic Tuscan flavors, Rustic Tuscan Artichoke Soup is simple enough for a weeknight and special enough for company.

Enjoy the week with delicious recipes!

Have a scrumptious week, friends…