On the Menu May 5th – Mother’s Day May 11th
40 easy and delicious recipes for the week of May 7th, including seasonal dinners, quick sides, and a couple of sweet treats you’ll want to try.
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Happy May! This week’s menu is full of fresh and simple recipes I know you’ll love making. Some are longtime favorites here at StoneGable, and a few are new and worth adding to your dinner rotation. I’m using more seasonal ingredients now that local markets are full of spring’s best offerings. And Sunday is Mother’s Day, so I’m sharing beautiful yet simple brunch recipes for you! Here’s what’s cooking this week…
We’re spicing things up this week with a fun and flavorful Tex-Mex-inspired dish—crispy, cheesy taquitos! These are perfect for easy weeknight dinners, game day snacks, or even a casual get-together. Filled with savory goodness and baked (or fried!) to golden perfection, taquitos are always a hit with the whole family. If you’re craving something with a little kick, this is a recipe you won’t want to miss!
Chicken Bacon Ranch Taquitos
Avocado Salad with Red Tomatoes and Lime
Every now and then, you just have to make a dish like goulash. There’s nothing quite like it when you’re craving good old-fashioned comfort food. This hearty hamburger and noodle casserole is simple, cozy, and incredibly satisfying… the kind of meal that takes you right back to your childhood dinner table. I say I’m only going to have a cup, but I’m making no promises!
Cheesy Beef Goulash
Tossed Salad with Tomato Vinaigrette
I love fish! However, many people overcook it, and as a result, it can become dry and tasteless. If you are the cook in your home, it’s essential to learn how to avoid overcooking fish. I take the low-and-slow technique. I also love to sous vide it and then broil it until it’s golden.
Boursin Baked Cod
Roasted Asparagus
Oh, Bobby! This recipe is for you. He is a huge fan of pasta and loves pasta and chicken! Don’t be afraid to eat pasta. It’s all about portion control. Life is too short NOT to eat pasta!
Mozzarella Chicken
Whole Wheat Linguine
Arugula Salad With Shaved Parmesan, Pepitas, And Lemon Vinaigrette
How’s this for an easy, casual dinner? I have everything already in the kitchen. Try to have at least five or six (or ten) “pantry” meals on hand that are easy and can be made when you do not feel like making a fuss!
Ham and Cheese Spinach Puffs
Crudites And Fiesta Party Dip
Salmon is a weekly repeated dinner guest at the Tanglewood House. Everyone in our home really enjoys a beautifully cooked salmon! And it’s so so good for you! Brain and heart food! This beautiful main dish comes from Natasha’s Kitchen.
Pan Seared Salmon with Lemons
Nani’s Sauteed Rice
Roasted Green Beans with Bacon
Happy Mother’s Day! We are having brunch after church today with our family. Mother’s Day brunch at the Tanglewood House is one of those traditions I treasure. It’s a sweet and simple time to gather the family, set a pretty table, and enjoy something delicious. I keep the menu simple yet special, just right for celebrating the moms around the table.
The quiche is from one of my favorite blogs. I have so many of Tieghan’s cookbooks. Her recipes are always perfect, and her images are beautiful!
An old but goodie recipe, inspired by a Starbucks favorite, rounds out the menu with something sweet.
Asparagus And Brie Quiche
Watercress, Strawberry, and Toasted Sesame Salad
Garlic Green Beans
Starbucks Lemon Loaf Cake
Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous! And a fabulous lemon bar should be part of every cook’s repertoire!
Best Lemon Bars
PASTA PRIMAVERA WITH SPRING VEGETABLES
GRILLED ASPARAGUS CAESAR SALAD
MEXICAN QUINOA SALAD WITH HONEY LIME VINAIGRETTE
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Have a scrumptious week, friend!
Awesome menu for the eeek!! Can’t wait to try the chicken & salmon! Yummm!!
Your first photo made me think of my lilac bush. It is just about ready to bloom:) Even if I just clip a small bouquet, my whole kitchen smells like fresh lilacs.
I am obsessed with lilacs! Too bad they bloom for such a short time and then they are gone until the next year. We have a late blooming lilacs and our bedroom windows are above it. I open the windows and our whole bedroom and sitting room fill up with their gorgeous scent!
Hi Yvonne,
It all looks so yummy! Love a good goulash! Thanks for always sharing your menu for the week. I definitely try to make at least one of them. Not a big fan of cooking my own fish. I really don’t like the smell it leaves. There are plenty of other food groups though and my family doesn’t seem to mind!
I know! I use a diffuser with some great essential oils in them to take care of the smell. Also, an open window and a stove fan do a lot of good.
Another week of great recipes!!! Thanks, Yvonne! Those lemon bars look yummy!
I know… oh, YUM!
The lavender table is lovely and your Mother’s Day brunch looks delish.
Yvonne,
You post so many nummy recipes. Thanks for the work you do putting these ideas together for us.
Putting together On The Menu is one of my favorite things to do! So glad you like it, June!
Yvonne,
You feature the BEST recipes! I’ve printed out several to enjoy in the coming week. Thank you for the great ideas for planning our menu this week.
I’m so thrilled you enjoy them. Delicious!
Such a positive and encouraging article. This answered many of my questions. This will help me a lot going forward.