Thursday, July 19, 2018
I’m linking up today for Girl Chat’s theme this month of summer meals! I’m hoping to get some new ideas because this is the time in the season when I’m getting bored with my meals!
I’m definitely a seasonal cook and like to change up my meals with the seasons. I also like a good theme to guide my weekly meal plan. I usually do pasta one night and Mexican one night.
These babies below have really been on rotation for me this summer. The pesto sauce pairs well with whatever pasta you have on hand and some grilled chicken or shrimp and the mojito lime marinade is great on chicken with your Mexican side dishes. You should be able to find them in your grocery wherever the mixes are – like the mix for making chili. I have talked about these before on the blog but wanted you to know they are still very much in my rotation!
Some other easy summer meals that I make are:
fish (usually frozen that I defrost and sprinkle cajun seasoning on then bake), green vegetable, potatoes of some form
bbq, baked beans, macaroni and cheese
BLTs, salad, fries from the freezer
quesadillas, rice, corn
tacos, rice, corn
spaghetti, ceasar salad, bread
sheet pan suppers – turkey sausage and whatever veggies cut up
Ham (thick kind), green beans, ready made mashed potatoes
Soup and grilled cheese
Sloppy Joe’s, tater tots, broccoli
Tip* Type out a list of the suppers you make and just rotate those meals. I have a list that I created last year that has really helped me when I’m trying to do my meal plans. Add to it when you find a new recipe.
What are your go to meals right now?
Amy
I love pesto but my family not so much! That’s ok I eat it while they have red sauce, I just enjoy it so much. I need to try that lime marinade, sounds good. I love trying new things but I’m always looking for healthy, light recipes!
xo,
Kellyann
LikeLike
This mix makes a much lighter pesto in my opinion! Maybe they would like it? My family loved the siracha and mustard chicken – forgot to tell you! I’ve added it to my list of meals!
LikeLike
Give me all the pesto and I’m a happy gal! We’ve been firing up the grill a lot this summer so burgers for him and lots of veggies for me!
LikeLike
I love your tips. We are huge pesto fans. Next time I am at the store I am going to have to pick some up from the store. You have me thinking of pesto and shrimp. I love your idea of typing up a list and rotating meals. B.L.T’s are one of our favorite summer meals.
LikeLike
Pesto, angel hair pasta, and shrimp! Yum! One of my sons loves shrimp!
LikeLiked by 1 person
That mojito lime seasoning sounds delicious! I always forget to look at mixes – they can be so handy!
LikeLike
Yes! My sister introduced me to this because I’m the same. There is also a bourbon marinade!
LikeLike
I love BLT’s in the summer. I am very interested in the marinade. Thanks for sharing and linking up.
LikeLike
Me too! And you can add avocado for a BLAT. Thank you for providing the link up!
LikeLike
Using those seasonings is a great idea! I bet they add some great flavor. Sierra Beautifully Candid
LikeLike
Yes! Check them out!
LikeLike
I love BLT’s in the summer, I can’t believe I forgot to add that!!!
LikeLike
It’s like a non recipe so it’s easy to do! Have you tried adding avocado slices?
One thing I do for inspiration is look at restaurant menus and recreate things!
LikeLike