Weekly Menu #639 And The Book Of The Week

 


Merry Christmas! Since it’s officially the holiday week, I wanted to do something a little different with our menu this time. Instead of the usual rotation, I planned a week of traditional Christmas meals inspired by the cultures my husband and I are connected to. From cozy Pacific Northwest comfort food to sunny Florida flavors, and across the ocean to Norway, Scotland, England, and up north to French Canada, this week’s menu is part celebration, part tradition, and part survival. Food has always been one of my favorite ways to slow down and feel connected, and this felt like the perfect way to honor the season.

WEEKLY MENU

Monday

Oregon (PNW Christmas Cozy)

Main: Baked salmon with lemon & herbs

Sides: Roasted root vegetables and wild rice


Vibes: flannel, fog, and a mug of something warm.


Kids - Chicken nuggets and carrots with butter

 

Tuesday

Florida (Holiday but Make It Sunny)

Main: Mojo roasted pork

Side: Black beans & rice


Vibes: Holiday music playing, citrus everywhere, and absolutely no respect for winter.


Kids - Honey-garlic chicken with white rice and orange slices

 

Wednesday

Norway (Julbord Lite Edition)

Main: Norwegian meatballs

Sides: Mashed Potatoes with cranberry sauce


Vibe: candles everywhere, no big talking.


Kids - Meatballs and mashed potatoes

 

Thursday

Scotland (Hearty & Cold-Weather Approved)

Main: Shepherd’s pie

Sides: Simple green veg


Vibes: Best enjoyed in wool socks with the lights low and expectations even lower.


Kids - Pizza

 

Friday

England (Classic Christmas Energy)

Main: Roast chicken

Side: Stuffing


Vibes: roast in the oven, gravy everywhere, deeply comforting, and unapologetically traditional.


Kids - Chicken Tenders and Fries

 

Saturday

French Canada (Réveillon Comfort)

Main: Tourtière

Side: Simple green salad with vinaigrette


Vibes: Rich, cozy, and indulgent, the kind of meal that lingers long after the table’s cleared.


Kids - Mini Pizzas and Apple Sauce

 

Sunday

American Christmas (Anything Goes)

Dealer’s choice. Leftovers encouraged.

Ideas:
• Big pot of chili or stew
• Christmas Eve lasagna
• Takeout + pajamas + zero expectations

Vibe: Survival mode with joy sprinkled on top.

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