This Week for Dinner: September 4-10

As summer turns into fall, I’m really looking forward to a lot of fun recipes, new and old- comfort foods and soups, bonfires and hot chocolate. I’ve planned this week’s menu around this “in-between time”…

I read a great article last night from the kitchn that captures this time of year perfectly: 

http://www.thekitchn.com/thekitchn/weekend-meditation/weekend-meditation-the-inbetween-time-155245

So here’s the plan for this week:

Sunday Dinner-Tony Roma’s Baked Potato Soup and Steak Bruschetta

http://www.food.com/recipe/tony-romas-baked-potato-soup-16810

I make this soup a few times each year-it’s almost like eating a loaded baked potato-in a bowl, and is a fantastic knockoff of a great restaurant recipe.

Pinterest-Inspired Recipe- Crispy Southwest Chicken Wraps

http://www.melskitchencafe.com/2009/09/crispy-southwest-chicken-wraps.html

Another fun Pinterest find, this looks amazingly gooey, chewy and yummy. I made a large pot of black beans last night and can’t wait to make these!

Recipe for Cory- Cinnamon Roll Waffles and Bacon

http://www.recipegirl.com/2011/04/14/cinnamon-roll-waffles/

I’ve put this on the menu a few times now, and have never gotten around to it. I had to make this during a week we have Cory- I think the whole idea of waffles for dinner is lost on my dear husband…

Heart-healthy Dinner- Grilled Mahi Mahi with Corn & Black Bean Salsa

http://www.cdkitchen.com/recipes/recs/522/McCormick-Schmicks-Grilled-141716.shtml

I’ve only had mahi mahi a few times, but it was delicious. This recipe fit in perfectly with my black-bean theme. Of course, the last time I had mahi mahi, I was on a beach in the Caribbean…I’m hoping the “Ohio Whole Foods version” doesn’t disappoint :)

A Recipe using Fresh Salsa- Philly Cheesesteak Tacos

http://www.rachaelraymag.com/Recipes/rachael-ray-magazine-recipe-search/dinner-recipes/grilled-philly-cheesesteak-tacos

Fresh salsa from the garden only comes around once a year, and I like to eat as much of it as I can while it’s super fresh. After one too many ground beef taco and fajita nights, I’ve found this recipe to put a fresh spin on Mexican night.

And I came across this while looking for this menu…

It’s a Philly Cheesesteak. Wrapped in a pizza. And it’s called a Philly Taco-not exactly what I was going for-but about ten years ago I probably would have loved it!

Have a great week, and happy cooking!