This time change has really done a number on our family. My youngest has been starting the day very early the past few days. Today was 5:00, which is much better than the 3:30 wake-up call yesterday. I am hoping that by the end of the week I'll at least get to see a six on the clock at wake-up time. The joys of parenting!
Today is election day and I can happily say I voted by mail. What a wonderful way to cast your vote: no lines, no kids to keep in check, and I could research the candidates as I went along. I think it will be my "go-to" way to vote for awhile! I hope that people exercise their right to vote this election. While the candidate you chose may not win, at least you got to voice your opinion. I think that is the most important thing. People are quick to complain, but if you didn't vote, in my eyes you've lost that privilege!
This week I have planned a simple, low-budget menu. While that may sound boring, I think it is just what the doctor ordered! I seem to equate low-budget with easy to make. I incorporated some meat from the freezer and added in a few of the kids' favorites to create a menu that "should" please even the little people this week. Here's a quick rundown of our menu:
Monday: Crockpot parmesan encrusted boneless pork loin roast and baked potatoes
Tuesday: Tacos
Wednesday: Baked Mostaccioli
Thursday: Pancakes and Scrambled Eggs
Friday: Homemade Pizza
Saturday: Homemade Fettucini Alfredo
This menu is light on meat, but to compensate for that I use Barilla Pasta Plus to add some protein and Omega-3's. Target's Market Pantry brand has begun to make some types of this pasta as well, which has cut down on costs a bit.
Today I'd like to share our simple go-to recipe for baked mostaccioli. You can make this with or without meat. It is quick, easy, and my kids devour it!
Baked Mostaccioli
3/4 to full box of Penne pasta
Jar of Prego spaghetti sauce (if I use a whole box of noodles, I buy the size up from the small jar)
Mozzarella cheese
Ground beef/turkey (optional)
Cook pasta per directions on box; drain. In a bowl, mix pasta and spaghetti sauce (and cooked meat, if using). You want to make sure it is very saucy! Pour into a greased casserole dish and top with shredded mozzarella cheese. Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes, making sure it is heated through.
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