Menu for the week of December 9th:

Monday - Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Sautéed Bok Choy

• For the Salmon, I'm planning to try this variation: Coriander Salmon from Real Simple. You could certainly prepare with the brocolini they suggest, I just happen to have some bok choy in the fridge that needs to be eaten

Tuesday - slow cooker Lamb Vindaloo with Steamed Basmati Rice and Arugula Salad

Wednesday - mamas going out, eat leftovers

Thursday - Steak with Chard and Parsley Potatoes

• Steak - ask your butcher for Flat Iron. For those unfamiliar with the cut, it's an inexpensive shoulder cut that has plenty of taste, and is quick to cook. Season a 1-2# piece with salt and pepper and sear on the stove top for 4-5 minutes per side (medium rare). Also good grilled or broiled, so do whatever is easiest for you. 
• Chard - Wash and cut into strips. Then do a simple saute with garlic and olive oil, or steam in a little salted water.
• Parsley Potatoes - boil small new potatoes in salted water until just tender - do not over cook or they'll be mushy. Once cooked through (able to pierce easily with a fork or knife - start checking after 10 minutes) then just drain, add ~1T butter, and some chaopped fresh parsley. Cover and give a good shake to the pan. These can now sit and steam - off flame - until ready to eat.  

Friday - Shabbat with friends. We're bringing Blood Orange and Fennel Salad, Challah, and a Chocolate Tort.

• The Blood Orange and Fennel Salad is a Food52 recipe - such a great blog! 
• Chocolate Tort recipe coming soon from my sister-in-law. Will post once I have it. She made this at Thanksgiving and I haven't been able to stop thinking about it!

Saturday - holiday party, likely scrambled eggs when we get home
Sunday - same as Saturday ...order yourselves some take out.

See you next week!
Sabrina