
Hello everyone — happy almost Halloween! It’s been raining here all week and the forecast still predicts showers around trick-or-treating time. Fingers crossed the rain holds off long enough for the kids to get lots of candy. Below is this week’s easy family meal plan, picked to be simple, seasonal, and crowd-pleasing. Enjoy!

Slow Cooker Chile Verde


Taco Pot Pie


Easy Baked Turkey & Ham Sliders


Cornflake Chicken Tenders


DATE NIGHT
Kitchen Closed — enjoy a night out or order in.

Dragon Noodles

Pumpkin Spice Baked French Toast (great for fall mornings)


Chicken Broccoli Stir Fry


Dessert Picks: Peanut Butter S’mores Cookie Cups and Easy Red Velvet Fudge — two simple treats perfect for sharing after dinner or for a weekend bake.




This weekly menu balances slow-cooker comfort, quick family favorites, and a couple of weekend specials to keep things interesting. Swap sides to suit your family—rice, salad, roasted vegetables, or a simple fruit salad all make great companions. If you try any of these meals, enjoy and have a safe, fun Halloween!