May 25 menu

 More AI menus from John

Sun	Creamy Zucchini Pasta A light and flavorful pasta dish featuring grated zucchini cooked down with garlic, onion, and a touch of cream, then tossed with your choice of pasta and topped with Parmesan cheese. note: not a lot of flavor. Mostly tasted like noodles swimming in cream	Use whole grain pasta or legume-based alternative. Swap heavy cream for Greek yogurt or cashew cream. Great seasonal produce choice.
Mon	Baked Orange Chicken with Green Beans -this recipe passed approval,  and would make again, Rice, Sauted green beans
Tue	Lemon-Roasted Vegetable Hummus Bowls Brimming with colorful roasted vegetables, these plant-based meal-prep lunch bowls are high in fiber to keep you full throughout the afternoon. note: didn't make this. went out instead
Wed	Campfire sausage, peppers, onions with grilled pineapple note: we didn't actually make this recipe
Thu	BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches with Coleslaw and Waffle Fries Slow-cooked, tender pulled pork slathered in smoky-sweet barbecue sauce, piled high on a soft bun and topped with a crunchy, tangy coleslaw	Swap pork for leaner meat or jackfruit. Use whole wheat buns, homemade BBQ sauce, bake fries, and make yogurt-based slaw.
Fri	Easy & Flavorful Chicken Fajitas and Fresh Guacamole Easy chicken fajitas with chicken and vibrant veggies tossed in the best fajita seasoning.
Sat	Homemade Artisan-Style Pizza with Side Salad A hand-stretched crust with crisp edges and a tender center, layered with a vibrant tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, and your favorite toppings. note: i don't think we used these recipes	Use whole wheat or veggie crust, part-skim cheese, and load with veggies. Serve with a side salad.

May 18 Menu

 John planned with AI

Dinner

day	menu
Sun	Grilled Burgers  Creamy Potato Salad  Veggie Sticks Juicy, flame-kissed burgers served on soft buns with your favorite toppings, accompanied by a chilled, creamy potato salad with a hint of dill and mustard. A classic cookout-style dinner that brings everyone together with minimal fuss and maximum flavor.
Mon	Tomato Basil Soup - we used canned soup Garlic Knots  - not garlic tasting, wouldn't make again Garden Salad A comforting bowl of velvety tomato basil soup paired with buttery garlic knots—crispy on the outside, pillowy inside—that the kids can’t get enough of. Served with a fresh salad of seasonal greens and crisp veggies to round out this cozy, crowd-pleasing meal. https://tastyhealthyheartrecipes.com/a-la-cart/soups/low-sodium-tomato-soup/
Tue	Cheese Tortellini with Marinara + Roasted Vegetables Tender cheese-filled tortellini tossed in olive oil and herbs, served alongside a colorful medley of oven-roasted vegetables—zucchini, peppers, and carrots—bringing warmth, balance, and a touch of rustic Italian comfort to the plate.
Wed	Build-Your-Own Beef Tacos with Spanish Rice, Beans & Mixed Fruit A festive taco night with seasoned ground beef, warm tortillas, and a variety of fresh toppings. Served with fluffy Spanish-style rice, savory black beans, and a refreshing fruit medley for a vibrant, fun-filled family dinner.
Thu	Veggie Stir-Fry + Cashews +Steamed Rice - As expected this is fairly blah with soy sauce being the only sauce ingredient. My people added other sauces to make improve it. A rainbow of crisp-tender vegetables stir-fried in sesame oil and soy sauce, served over a bed of fluffy jasmine or brown rice. A light, nourishing midweek dinner that satisfies without weighing you down.
Fri	Pizza Night - I was gone this night so I don't know if this is the dough they actually used. Whether homemade or your family’s favorite takeout, pizza night means melted cheese, crispy crusts, and the comfort of familiar flavors. Serve with cut veggies or a quick salad for a balanced, no-fuss Friday dinner.
Sat	Blueberry Pancakes with Crispy Hash Browns and Yogurt Fluffy pancakes bursting with blueberries and topped with a drizzle of maple syrup, served with golden hash browns for a sweet-and-savory breakfast-for-dinner experience that everyone looks forward to. https://damndelicious.net/2016/10/01/blueberry-blender-pancakes/  - didn't use this recipe

May 11 Menu

John planned with AI 

Dinner

Sun	Veggie Sandwich Potato wedges
Mon	Tacos
Tue	Ruben Coleslaw Tots Carrots & celery
Wed	Spaghetti & meatballs Garlic bread
Thu	Baked orange chicken Rice Salad
Fri	French toast Smoothie
Sat	Veggie Korma

May 4 menu

Whole wheat banana muffins

Apple pecan muffins

Dinner

Sun	Potato wedges BLT Sandwiches
Mon	Veggie quesadilla Salsa Guacamole
Tue	Scallion rice Teriyaki chicken kabobs
Wed	Roasted cauliflower pasta
Thu	Sheet pan chicken bites Dinner rolls
Fri	Waffles Hashbrowns Breakfast sausage
Sat	Salsbury steak meatballs w/mashed potatoes Tomato & cucumber salad

April 27 Menu

 Health pumpkin bread - I did 1/2 whole wheat & 1/2 white flour. Also added a few mini-chocolate chips

Dinner:

Sun	Bratwurst  Corn on the cob
	Asian salad
Mon	Egg salad on english muffin
	Roasted green beans
Tue	Best broccoli salad
	Ham Dinner rolls
Wed	Sloppy joe tater tot caserole
	Sweet potato wedges
Thu	Favorite grilled cheese
	Salad Tomato soup
Fri	Sheet pan honey chicken
	Home fried potatoes
Sat	Home made pizza