Christmas Eve, 2012

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Beef Tenderloin

with olive oil, salt, and pepper

Béarnaise Sauce

with egg yolks, white wine, white wine vinegar,

 shallots, tarragon, butter, and salt

Roasted Asparagus

with olive oil and salt

Scalloped Potatoes

yukon gold potatoes, cheddar cheese, milk,

 butter, flour, and salt

Romaine Salad

with cucumbers, peppers, carrots, celery,

 olives, and feta cheese

with white balsamic vinaigrette 

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December 19, 2012

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Turkey Meatballs with Homemade Marina

ground turkey, onion, garlic, parsley, oregano, parmesan,

 bread crumbs, ketchup, egg, salt, and pepper

Fresh Marinara

crushed tomatoes, onion, carrots, celery,

 garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper

Spaghetti Squash

with olive oil, salt, and pepper

Garlic Bread

with butter and garlic

Arugula Salad

with shaved parmesan, pomegranate seeds,

 and toasted pine nuts

with white balsamic/lemon vinaigrette

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December 18, 2012

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Chicken Tacos

shredded chicken breast, cumin, garlic powder, 

chili powder, oregano, and pepper

Top with

grilled corn, diced tomatoes, monterey jack cheese, 

pickled jalapenos, cilantro,  salsa, guacamole

served with whole wheat tortillas and hard shells  

Cilantro Rice

long grain rice, cilantro, spinach, onion, garlic, fat free milk,

 low sodium chicken broth, and salt

Romaine Salad

with cucumbers, carrots, peppers, and olives

with poppy seed dressing 

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December 17, 2012

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Marinated Flank Steak

with soy sauce, fresh ginger, garlic, canola oil, and pepper 

Grilled Shrimp 

with lime juice, lime zest, garlic, butter, salt, and pepper

Parmesan Broccoli

shaved parmesan and salt

Twice Baked Potato

with reduced fat milk, reduced fat sour cream, 

cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper

Red Leaf Salad

with cucumbers, celery, mushrooms, peppers, and avocado 

with white balsamic vinaigrette 

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December 11, 2012

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Miso-Ginger Salmon

salmon, miso, mirin, ginger, scallions, rice vinegar, soy sauce,

 sesame oil, salt, and pepper

Cucumber Salad

Cucumbers, red onion, grape tomatoes, rice vinegar,

 red pepper flakes, and pepper

Sesame Noodles

buckwheat noodles, yellow peppers, red peppers, carrots, scallions,

 ginger, sesame seeds, rice vinegar, sesame oil,

 canola oil, and red pepper flakes

Fresh Fruit

pineapple and strawberries

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December 10, 2012

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Baked Greek Chicken

chicken breast, spinach, onion, garlic, oregano, feta,

 panko, olive oil, salt, and pepper

Greek Caponata

with zucchini, eggplant, onion, potatoes, diced tomatoes,

 garlic, oregano, olive oil, salt, and pepper

Romaine Salad

with cucumbers, tomatoes, kalamata olives, and greek peppers

with red wine vinaigrette  

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December 4, 2012

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Sicilian Meatballs with Basil Marinara 

organic, grass fed beef, garlic, parmesan, bread crumbs, milk, oregano,

 thyme, parsley, egg, crushed tomatoes, onion, 

basil, salt, and pepper

Sautéed Spinach 

with olive oil, garlic chips, and salt

Whole Wheat Orzo

with zucchini, sundried tomatoes, onion, parsley,

 olive oil, salt, and pepper

Caesar Salad

with shaved parmesan and mushrooms

with caesar dressing 

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December 3, 2012

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Herb Breaded Chicken

chicken breast, dijon mustard, yogurt, 

seasoned bread crumbs, and pepper

Steamed Parmesan Broccoli

with shaved parmesan and salt

Roasted Butternut Squash

with olive oil, sage, salt, and pepper

Romaine Salad

with peppers, cucumbers, celery,

 mushrooms, and tomatoes

with white balsamic vinaigrette 

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