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		<title>Menu Plan Monday #644</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[This Menu Plan Monday is serving up sunshine with 6 easy dinners and a no-bake summer dessert! First and foremost, Happy Mother&#8217;s Day to all of the mommas out there. I hope you are all loved extra today. ☺️ May is such a busy month for most of us, packed with graduations, get-togethers, and the...]]></description>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em><em>This Menu Plan Monday is serving up sunshine with 6 easy dinners and a no-bake summer dessert</em>!</em></p>


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<p class="has-medium-font-size">First and foremost, Happy Mother&#8217;s Day to all of the mommas out there. I hope you are all loved extra today. ☺️ May is such a busy month for most of us, packed with graduations, get-togethers, and the start of vacation season. With summer just around the corner, this Menu Plan Monday is embracing those warm, sunny vibes. Let me know which recipe is your favorite in the comments below. ☀️</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Bring on all the fresh summer salad recipes! This week’s highlight is my <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/bbq-chicken-salad/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">BBQ Chicken Salad</mark></strong></a>, loaded with tender BBQ chicken, Colby Jack cheese, black beans, tomatoes, corn, and more. It’s a great option for a quick lunch or an easy, no-fuss dinner.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">My <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-alfredo-pasta-bake/" type="post" id="11117"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake</mark></strong></a> is a creamy, cheesy comfort dish made with tender chicken, pasta, and a rich homemade Alfredo sauce. Everything comes together in one skillet before being topped with melted mozzarella and broiled until bubbly and golden. It’s an easy, family-friendly dinner that pairs perfectly with a simple salad and bread for a satisfying meal.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Cool off with this week’s no-bake dessert: <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/frozen-pink-lemonade-pie/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Frozen Pink Lemonade Pie</mark></strong></a>. This refreshing dessert is great to make ahead. It easily comes together, then chills in the freezer for six hours, making it the perfect treat to enjoy after a long day of warm-weather fun.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">From my kitchen to yours! <strong><em>-Holly xo</em></strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Do you enjoy my recipes? I would be thrilled if you wrote a review on a recipe you love—it helps me (and other foodies) so much. Thank you! </em>☺️</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>MONDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/bbq-chicken-salad/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">BBQ Chicken Salad</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/bbq-chicken-salad/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1652" data-pin-description="Tender barbecue chicken, black beans, corn and more come together to make this delicious BBQ Chicken Salad!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/BBQ-Chicken-Salad106.jpg" alt="Barbecue Chicken Salad" class="wp-image-32184" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/BBQ-Chicken-Salad106.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/BBQ-Chicken-Salad106-218x300.jpg 218w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/BBQ-Chicken-Salad106-744x1024.jpg 744w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/BBQ-Chicken-Salad106-768x1057.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/BBQ-Chicken-Salad106-1116x1536.jpg 1116w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>TUESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/taco-lettuce-wraps-2/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Taco Lettuce Wraps</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/taco-lettuce-wraps-2/"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1436" data-pin-description="Taco Lettuce Wraps are filled with seasoned ground beef, corn, black beans, cheese and taco sauce. These are so easy to make and absolutely delicious!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Taco-Lettuce-Wraps_new1.jpg" alt="Taco Lettuce Wraps are filled with seasoned ground beef, corn, black beans, cheese and taco sauce. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-26265" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Taco-Lettuce-Wraps_new1.jpg 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Taco-Lettuce-Wraps_new1-209x300.jpg 209w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Taco-Lettuce-Wraps_new1-713x1024.jpg 713w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Taco-Lettuce-Wraps_new1-768x1103.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>WEDNESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/creamy-pasta-primavera/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Creamy Pasta Primavera</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/creamy-pasta-primavera/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1800" data-pin-description="The combination of fresh veggies and Parmesan cheese in this Creamy Pasta Primavera is incredible. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Creamy-Pasta-Primavera43.jpg" alt="Pasta Primavera" class="wp-image-42112" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Creamy-Pasta-Primavera43.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Creamy-Pasta-Primavera43-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Creamy-Pasta-Primavera43-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Creamy-Pasta-Primavera43-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Creamy-Pasta-Primavera43-1024x1536.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>THURSDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/korean-beef-and-rice-bowls/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Korean Beef and Rice Bowls</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/korean-beef-and-rice-bowls/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1800" data-pin-description="Korean Beef and Rice Bowls start with lean ground beef and seasonings served over a bed of fluffy rice. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Korean-Beef-and-Rice-Bowls120.jpg" alt="Korean Beef and Rice Bowls" class="wp-image-37302" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Korean-Beef-and-Rice-Bowls120.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Korean-Beef-and-Rice-Bowls120-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Korean-Beef-and-Rice-Bowls120-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Korean-Beef-and-Rice-Bowls120-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Korean-Beef-and-Rice-Bowls120-1024x1536.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>FRIDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-alfredo-pasta-bake/" type="post" id="11117"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-alfredo-pasta-bake/"><img decoding="async" width="1080" height="1620" data-pin-description="Dinner has never been easier thanks to this Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake. It is creamy and dreamy comfort food!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Chicken-Alfredo-Pasta-Bake2.jpg" alt="Chicken Alfredo Bake" class="wp-image-11121" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Chicken-Alfredo-Pasta-Bake2.jpg 1080w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Chicken-Alfredo-Pasta-Bake2-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Chicken-Alfredo-Pasta-Bake2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Chicken-Alfredo-Pasta-Bake2-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Chicken-Alfredo-Pasta-Bake2-333x500.jpg 333w" sizes="(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SATURDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><em>Leftovers</em></strong></h3>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SUNDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/bacon-cheeseburger-sliders/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/bacon-cheeseburger-sliders/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1626" data-pin-description="Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders are tiny burgers that are perfect for any celebration. From start to finish they&amp;#039;ll be ready in about 30 minutes!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Bacon-Cheeseburger-Sliders1_featuredimage.jpg" alt="Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders" class="wp-image-46434" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Bacon-Cheeseburger-Sliders1_featuredimage.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Bacon-Cheeseburger-Sliders1_featuredimage-221x300.jpg 221w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Bacon-Cheeseburger-Sliders1_featuredimage-756x1024.jpg 756w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Bacon-Cheeseburger-Sliders1_featuredimage-768x1041.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Bacon-Cheeseburger-Sliders1_featuredimage-1134x1536.jpg 1134w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>DESSERT</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/frozen-pink-lemonade-pie/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Frozen Pink Lemonade Pie</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/frozen-pink-lemonade-pie/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1539" data-pin-description="Frozen Pink Lemonade Pie is a delicious chilled dessert filled with pink lemonade flavor. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Frozen-Pink-Lemonade-Pie_featuredimage25.jpg" alt="Frozen Pink Lemonade Pie" class="wp-image-52356" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Frozen-Pink-Lemonade-Pie_featuredimage25.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Frozen-Pink-Lemonade-Pie_featuredimage25-234x300.jpg 234w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Frozen-Pink-Lemonade-Pie_featuredimage25-798x1024.jpg 798w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Frozen-Pink-Lemonade-Pie_featuredimage25-768x985.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Frozen-Pink-Lemonade-Pie_featuredimage25-1197x1536.jpg 1197w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Menu Plan Monday is back with another week of early summer recipes and an extra special Mother’s Day treat! This week’s menu keeps the good vibes rolling with early-summer dinners, a sweet dessert, and a little extra love for Mother’s Day. You’re going to love these delicious recipes, so be sure to save them. Now,...]]></description>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Menu Plan Monday is back with another week of early summer recipes and an extra special Mother’s Day treat!</em></p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1500" data-pin-description="Menu Plan Monday is back with another week of early summer recipes and an extra special Mother’s Day treat!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Menu-Plan-Monday-643.png" alt="Menu Plan Monday is a collection of family favorite recipes from dinner to dessert." class="wp-image-62342" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Menu-Plan-Monday-643.png 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Menu-Plan-Monday-643-200x300.png 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Menu-Plan-Monday-643-683x1024.png 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Menu-Plan-Monday-643-768x1152.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size">This week’s menu keeps the good vibes rolling with early-summer dinners, a sweet dessert, and a little extra love for Mother’s Day. You’re going to love these delicious recipes, so be sure to save them. Now, let’s jump right into this week’s Mother’s Day–inspired Menu Plan Monday!</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Shake things up this Taco Tuesday with <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/oven-baked-honey-lime-chicken-tacos/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Oven Baked Honey Lime Chicken Tacos</mark></strong></a>. Sweet honey and zesty lime enhance the savory shredded chicken, and with just 10 minutes in the oven, they bake into cheesy, irresistible, and crispy perfection.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/sweet-bbq-beef-sandwiches/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Sweet BBQ Beef Sandwiches</mark></strong></a> <mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color"></mark>are a summertime classic and perfect for feeding a large crowd. While the rump roast takes time to cook low and slow, the tender beef, rich BBQ sauce, and a secret ingredient (click on the recipe to find out what it is!) make it well worth the wait. Serve on hamburger buns with your favorite sides for a satisfying meal.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Because every Mom deserves something sweet: <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/strawberry-shortcake-sheet-cake/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Strawberry Shortcake Sheet Cake</mark></strong></a>. This delightful fruit dessert is perfect for special celebrations like Mother’s Day, graduations, and more.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">From my kitchen to yours! <strong><em>-Holly xo</em></strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Do you enjoy my recipes? I would be thrilled if you wrote a review on a recipe you love—it helps me (and other foodies) so much. Thank you! </em>☺️</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>MONDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/grilled-apricot-chicken/" type="post" id="8509"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-theme-palette-13-color">Grilled Apricot Chicken</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/grilled-apricot-chicken/"><img decoding="async" width="650" height="955" data-pin-description="Juicy and tender chicken thighs marinated in one delicious Apricot sauce!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Grilled_Apricot_Chicken1-1.jpg" alt="Grilled Apricot Chicken" class="wp-image-18495" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Grilled_Apricot_Chicken1-1.jpg 650w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Grilled_Apricot_Chicken1-1-204x300.jpg 204w" sizes="(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>TUESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/oven-baked-honey-lime-chicken-tacos/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Oven Baked Honey Lime Chicken Tacos</mark></strong></a></h3>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/oven-baked-honey-lime-chicken-tacos/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1771" data-pin-description="Oven Baked Honey Lime Chicken Tacos are simple to prepare and absolutely delicious. The honey and lime flavors pair perfectly with the seasoned chicken and pepper-jack cheese!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Honey-Lime-Chicken-Tacos108.jpg" alt="Oven Baked Honey Lime Chicken Tacos" class="wp-image-37006" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Honey-Lime-Chicken-Tacos108.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Honey-Lime-Chicken-Tacos108-203x300.jpg 203w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Honey-Lime-Chicken-Tacos108-694x1024.jpg 694w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Honey-Lime-Chicken-Tacos108-768x1133.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Honey-Lime-Chicken-Tacos108-1041x1536.jpg 1041w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>WEDNESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="http://Lemon Parmesan Asparagus"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Lemon Parmesan Asparagus</mark></strong></a></h3>



<p class="has-text-align-center">and grilled steaks</p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/lemon-parmesan-asparagus/"><img decoding="async" width="650" height="967" data-pin-description="Tender-crisp Lemon Parmesan Asparagus roasts in the oven with olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and grated parmesan cheese." src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Parmesan_Lemon_Asparagus3.jpg" alt="Lemon Parmesan Asparagus" class="wp-image-7873" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Parmesan_Lemon_Asparagus3.jpg 650w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Parmesan_Lemon_Asparagus3-202x300.jpg 202w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Parmesan_Lemon_Asparagus3-336x500.jpg 336w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Parmesan_Lemon_Asparagus3-350x520.jpg 350w" sizes="(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>THURSDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/sweet-bbq-beef-sandwiches/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Sweet BBQ Beef Sandwiches</mark></strong></a></h3>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/sweet-bbq-beef-sandwiches/"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1462" data-pin-description="Sweet BBQ Beef Sandwiches are filled with shredded beef, zesty barbecue sauce and a surprise ingredient that make these so delicious! " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Sweet-BBQ-Beef-Sandwiches1.jpg" alt="Sweet BBQ Beef sandwiches are delicious shredded beef with a sweet and savor BBQ flavor stuffed between two hamburger buns." class="wp-image-30041" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Sweet-BBQ-Beef-Sandwiches1.jpg 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Sweet-BBQ-Beef-Sandwiches1-205x300.jpg 205w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Sweet-BBQ-Beef-Sandwiches1-700x1024.jpg 700w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Sweet-BBQ-Beef-Sandwiches1-768x1123.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>FRIDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/italian-cheese-steak-french-bread-pizza/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Italian Cheese Steak French Bread Pizza</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/italian-cheese-steak-french-bread-pizza/"><img decoding="async" width="678" height="1024" data-pin-description="Warm steak, gooey cheese and bell peppers come together to create this Italian Cheese Steak French Bread Pizza!  " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Ragu_NewTraDish_Italian_Cheesesteak_Pi-678x1024-1.jpg" alt="ITALIAN CHEESE STEAK FRENCH BREAD PIZZA" class="wp-image-18974" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Ragu_NewTraDish_Italian_Cheesesteak_Pi-678x1024-1.jpg 678w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Ragu_NewTraDish_Italian_Cheesesteak_Pi-678x1024-1-199x300.jpg 199w" sizes="(max-width: 678px) 100vw, 678px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><br><strong>SATURDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><em>Leftovers</em></strong></h3>



<p class="has-text-align-center"></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SUNDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-alfredo-roll-ups/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Chicken Alfredo Roll Ups</mark></a></strong></h3>



<p class="has-text-align-center">Happy Mother&#8217;s Day! 💐</p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-alfredo-roll-ups/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1800" data-pin-description="Chicken Alfredo Roll-Ups are lasagna noodles covered in creamy Alfredo sauce, tender chicken, and mozzarella cheese, all rolled up and baked to perfection. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/Chicken-Alfredo-Roll-Ups16.jpg" alt="Chicken Alfredo Roll Ups are lasagna noodles rolled up with shredded chicken, Alfredo sauce and Mozzarella cheese. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-47726" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/Chicken-Alfredo-Roll-Ups16.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/Chicken-Alfredo-Roll-Ups16-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/Chicken-Alfredo-Roll-Ups16-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/Chicken-Alfredo-Roll-Ups16-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/Chicken-Alfredo-Roll-Ups16-1024x1536.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>MOTHER&#8217;S DAY DESSERT</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/strawberry-shortcake-sheet-cake/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Strawberry Shortcake Sheet Cake</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/strawberry-shortcake-sheet-cake/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1759" data-pin-description="Strawberry Shortcake Sheet Cake is soft white cake with cream cheese frosting and topped with fresh sliced strawberries. This is a sensational summer dessert for any celebration!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Strawberry-Shortcake-Sheet-Cake25.jpg" alt="Strawberry Shortcake Cake" class="wp-image-31291" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Strawberry-Shortcake-Sheet-Cake25.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Strawberry-Shortcake-Sheet-Cake25-205x300.jpg 205w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Strawberry-Shortcake-Sheet-Cake25-699x1024.jpg 699w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Strawberry-Shortcake-Sheet-Cake25-768x1126.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Strawberry-Shortcake-Sheet-Cake25-1048x1536.jpg 1048w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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					<description><![CDATA[Menu Plan Monday is here to make your life easier with six fresh weeknight meals, plus a delicious dessert to round it all out. This week’s Menu Plan Monday is aimed to please, from the fresh flatbread pizza to the creamy shrimp pasta and flavorful enchiladas, every dish feels like a celebration. Let&#8217;s dive into...]]></description>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Menu Plan Monday is here to make your life easier with six fresh weeknight meals, plus a delicious dessert to round it all out.</em></p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1500" data-pin-description="Menu Plan Monday is here to make your life easier with six fresh weeknight meals, plus a delicious dessert to round it all out." src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Menu-Plan-Monday-642.png" alt="Menu Plan Monday is a collection of family favorite recipes from dinner to dessert." class="wp-image-61099" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Menu-Plan-Monday-642.png 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Menu-Plan-Monday-642-200x300.png 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Menu-Plan-Monday-642-683x1024.png 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Menu-Plan-Monday-642-768x1152.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size">This week’s Menu Plan Monday is aimed to please, from the fresh flatbread pizza to the creamy shrimp pasta and flavorful enchiladas, every dish feels like a celebration. Let&#8217;s dive into this week’s recipes, and don’t forget to let me know which one is your favorite in the comments below!</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">When I think of springtime meals, seafood dishes, especially shrimp, always come to mind. This <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/shrimp-tortellini-alfredo/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Shrimp Tortellini Alfredo</mark></strong></a> features plump, golden shrimp and tender, cheese-filled tortellini coated in a rich, creamy homemade Alfredo sauce. Easy to make yet wonderfully indulgent, this pasta dish delivers all the best flavors of the season with every bite.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">These <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/margherita-flatbread-pizza/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Margherita Flatbread Pizzas</mark></strong></a> are a quick, easy, and timeless favorite that never disappoints. Made with your choice of flatbread or pita bread, this recipe keeps things simple without missing out on all the delicious flavors. Juicy Roma tomatoes, fresh basil, melty mozzarella, and a touch of garlic come together to create a classic homemade margherita pizza. You’ll get all the fresh, cheesy goodness you love, without the extra work of making dough from scratch.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">My <strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/sugar-cookie-bars/" type="post" id="1437"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Sugar Cookie Bars</mark></a></strong> are the perfect sweet ending to your Sunday menu—simple, nostalgic, and completely irresistible. They bake up thick and buttery with a tender, almost cake-like texture, then topped with a smooth layer of creamy frosting and a sprinkle of color for that classic bakery-style finish.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">From my kitchen to yours! <strong><em>-Holly xo</em></strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Do you enjoy my recipes? I would be thrilled if you wrote a review on a recipe you love—it helps me (and other foodies) so much. Thank you! ☺️</em></p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>MONDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/tex-mex-chicken-chopped-salad/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Tex-Mex Chicken Chopped Salad</mark></strong></a></h3>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/tex-mex-chicken-chopped-salad/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1798" data-pin-description="Tex-Mex Chicken Chopped Salad is filled with crunchy romaine lettuce, corn, black beans, grilled chicken and more." src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Chicken-Chopped-Salad-Tex-Mex42.jpg" alt="Tex-Mex Chicken Chopped Salad" class="wp-image-38663" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Chicken-Chopped-Salad-Tex-Mex42.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Chicken-Chopped-Salad-Tex-Mex42-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Chicken-Chopped-Salad-Tex-Mex42-684x1024.jpg 684w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Chicken-Chopped-Salad-Tex-Mex42-768x1151.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Chicken-Chopped-Salad-Tex-Mex42-1025x1536.jpg 1025w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>TUESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/ranch-chicken-enchiladas/" type="post" id="3471"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Ranch Chicken Enchiladas</mark></a></strong></h3>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/ranch-chicken-enchiladas/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1632" data-pin-description="Ranch Chicken Enchiladas are flour tortillas wrapped around a shredded taco chicken center that is covered in cheese and a salsa-ranch mixture. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Ranch-Chicken-Enchiladas.jpg" alt="Shredded taco chicken covered in a salsa-ranch mixture, wrapped around flour tortillas, then covered in more salsa-ranch and cheese. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-23907" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Ranch-Chicken-Enchiladas.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Ranch-Chicken-Enchiladas-221x300.jpg 221w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Ranch-Chicken-Enchiladas-753x1024.jpg 753w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Ranch-Chicken-Enchiladas-768x1044.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Ranch-Chicken-Enchiladas-1129x1536.jpg 1129w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>WEDNESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/shrimp-tortellini-alfredo/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Shrimp Tortellini Alfredo</mark></a></strong></h3>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/shrimp-tortellini-alfredo/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1798" data-pin-description="Shrimp Tortellini Alfredo has rich and creamy homemade Alfredo sauce poured over golden shrimp and cheese-filled tortellini! " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Best-Shrimp-Alfredo38.jpg" alt="Shrimp Tortellini Alfredo" class="wp-image-32321" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Best-Shrimp-Alfredo38.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Best-Shrimp-Alfredo38-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Best-Shrimp-Alfredo38-684x1024.jpg 684w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Best-Shrimp-Alfredo38-768x1151.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Best-Shrimp-Alfredo38-1025x1536.jpg 1025w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>THURSDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/ham-cheese-penne/" type="post" id="8623"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Ham and Cheese Penne</mark></a></strong></h3>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/ham-cheese-penne/"><img decoding="async" width="650" height="967" data-pin-description="This Ham and Cheese Penne is so delicious and simple enough for a fast, weeknight dinner. It’s fantastic!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Ham-and-Cheese-Penne27-.jpg" alt="Ham and Cheese Penne" class="wp-image-31390" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Ham-and-Cheese-Penne27-.jpg 650w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Ham-and-Cheese-Penne27--202x300.jpg 202w" sizes="(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>FRIDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/margherita-flatbread-pizza/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Margherita Flatbread Pizza</mark></a></strong></h3>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/margherita-flatbread-pizza/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1798" data-pin-description="Juicy Roma tomatoes, fresh basil, grated Mozzarella cheese, and a hint of garlic come together for this show-stopping Margherita Flatbread Pizza!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Margherita-Flat-Bread.jpg" alt="Margherita Flatbread Pizza is topped with Mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, sliced tomatoes and fresh basil over a flatbread crust. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-23902" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Margherita-Flat-Bread.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Margherita-Flat-Bread-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Margherita-Flat-Bread-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Margherita-Flat-Bread-768x1151.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Margherita-Flat-Bread-1025x1536.jpg 1025w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SATURDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><em>Kitchen&#8217;s Closed</em></strong></h3>



<p></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SUNDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/shepherds-baked-potatoes/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Shepherd&#8217;s Pie Baked Potatoes</mark></a></strong></h3>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/shepherds-baked-potatoes/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1754" data-pin-description="Shepherd’s Pie Baked Potatoes are everything you love about classic shepherd’s pie but served over a warm baked potato. This heartwarming meal is easy to make and so delicious!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Shepherds-Pie-Baked-Potatoes100.jpg" alt="Shepherd's Pie Baked Potatoes" class="wp-image-51816" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Shepherds-Pie-Baked-Potatoes100.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Shepherds-Pie-Baked-Potatoes100-205x300.jpg 205w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Shepherds-Pie-Baked-Potatoes100-701x1024.jpg 701w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Shepherds-Pie-Baked-Potatoes100-768x1123.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Shepherds-Pie-Baked-Potatoes100-1051x1536.jpg 1051w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>DESSERT</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/sugar-cookie-bars/" type="post" id="1437"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Sugar Cookie Bars</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/sugar-cookie-bars/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1769" data-pin-description="A warm baked dessert with fresh strawberries and a soft cookie crust. My Strawberry Cobbler recipe is what summer daydreams are made of." src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Sugar-Cookie-Bars2026.jpg" alt="The BEST Sugar Cookie Bars" class="wp-image-59908" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Sugar-Cookie-Bars2026.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Sugar-Cookie-Bars2026-204x300.jpg 204w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Sugar-Cookie-Bars2026-695x1024.jpg 695w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Sugar-Cookie-Bars2026-768x1132.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Sugar-Cookie-Bars2026-1042x1536.jpg 1042w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Menu Plan Monday is back! This week’s lineup features six fresh, feel-good entrées and a dessert that’ll have everyone racing to the table. Spring is the perfect season for lighter meals, comforting favorites, and delicious fruity desserts. This week’s Menu Plan Monday is no exception, with a little something for everyone. Be sure to let...]]></description>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Menu Plan Monday is back! This week’s lineup features six fresh, feel-good entrées and a dessert that’ll have everyone racing to the table.</em></p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1500" data-pin-description="Menu Plan Monday is back! This week’s lineup features six fresh, feel-good entrées and a dessert that’ll have everyone racing to the table." src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Menu-Plan-Monday-Recipes-641.png" alt="Menu Plan Monday is a collection of family favorite recipes from dinner to dessert." class="wp-image-61086" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Menu-Plan-Monday-Recipes-641.png 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Menu-Plan-Monday-Recipes-641-200x300.png 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Menu-Plan-Monday-Recipes-641-683x1024.png 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Menu-Plan-Monday-Recipes-641-768x1152.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size">Spring is the perfect season for lighter meals, comforting favorites, and delicious fruity desserts. This week’s Menu Plan Monday is no exception, with a little something for everyone. Be sure to let me know which dish is your favorite in the comments below!</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/easy-thai-noodles/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Easy Thai Noodles</mark></strong></a> are a delicious light meal that’s both comforting and versatile. You can use whatever noodles you already have on hand: linguini, Pad Thai rice noodles, or even classic spaghetti; all work fine. The sauce is satisfying on its own for a vegetarian-friendly dish, but it also pairs perfectly with chicken, shrimp, or beef if you’re craving extra protein.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Dreaming of Tuscany? Let this recipe take you there. These <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/tuscan-garlic-chicken-pita-pizzas/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Tuscan Garlic Chicken Pita Pizzas</mark></strong></a> work well for a springtime appetizer, an easy lunch, or a satisfying dinner. Each pita is generously layered with tender garlic-seasoned chicken, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, spinach leaves, and cheese. Everything comes together over a creamy Alfredo sauce that ties the flavors into a cozy yet light Tuscan-inspired bite.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">My <strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/lemon-pudding-cake/" type="post" id="14005"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Lemon Pudding Cake</mark></a></strong> starts with a fluffy yellow cake that bakes into a creamy lemon pudding base. The light, airy cake and smooth, tangy pudding create a delicious contrast. With its golden layers and zesty lemon flavors, this cake looks good on any dessert table, bringing a little sunshine to each slice.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">From my kitchen to yours! <strong><em>-Holly xo</em></strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Do you enjoy my recipes? I would be thrilled if you wrote a review on a recipe you love—it helps me (and other foodies) so much. Thank you! </em>☺️</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>MONDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/crock-pot-chicken-caesar-wraps/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Crock Pot Chicken Caesar Wraps</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/crock-pot-chicken-caesar-wraps/"><img decoding="async" width="650" height="934" data-pin-description="Crock Pot Chicken Caesar Wraps have flavorful Caesar chicken, lettuce and Parmesan cheese all wrapped up in a flour tortilla." src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Crock-Pot-Chicken-Caesar-Wraps.jpg" alt="Crock Pot Chicken Caesar Wraps have flavorful Caesar chicken, lettuce and Parmesan cheese all wrapped up in a flour tortilla. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-25563" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Crock-Pot-Chicken-Caesar-Wraps.jpg 650w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Crock-Pot-Chicken-Caesar-Wraps-209x300.jpg 209w" sizes="(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>TUESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/doritos-chicken-taco-salad/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Dorito&#8217;s Chicken Taco Salad</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/doritos-chicken-taco-salad/"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1387" data-pin-description="Doritos Chicken Taco Salad is filled with seasoned grilled chicken, corn, tomatoes, cheese, and of course, nacho cheese Doritos. This yummy chicken taco salad is loaded with flavor and perfect for lunch or dinner." src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Dortios-Chicken-Taco-Salad_new.jpg" alt="Doritos Chicken Taco Salad is filled with seasoned grilled chicken, corn, tomatoes, cheese and nacho cheese Doritos. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-28555" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Dortios-Chicken-Taco-Salad_new.jpg 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Dortios-Chicken-Taco-Salad_new-216x300.jpg 216w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Dortios-Chicken-Taco-Salad_new-738x1024.jpg 738w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Dortios-Chicken-Taco-Salad_new-768x1065.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>WEDNESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/easy-thai-noodles/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Easy Thai Noodles</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/easy-thai-noodles/"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1485" data-pin-description="Easy Thai Noodles are fast to make and filled with authentic Asian flavor. This recipe is perfect for vegetarians and meat lovers alike." src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Easy-Thai-Noodles1105.jpg" alt="Thai Noodles" class="wp-image-31472" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Easy-Thai-Noodles1105.jpg 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Easy-Thai-Noodles1105-202x300.jpg 202w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Easy-Thai-Noodles1105-690x1024.jpg 690w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Easy-Thai-Noodles1105-768x1140.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>THURSDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/garlic-butter-steak-bites/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color"><strong>Garlic Butter Steak Bites</strong></mark></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/garlic-butter-steak-bites/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1763" data-pin-description="Garlic Butter Steak Bites are easy to prepare and bursting with flavor. This is a great recipe to get a protein-packed dinner on the table in under 20 minutes!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Steak-Bites104.jpg" alt="Garlic Butter Steak Bites" class="wp-image-34523" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Steak-Bites104.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Steak-Bites104-204x300.jpg 204w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Steak-Bites104-697x1024.jpg 697w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Steak-Bites104-768x1128.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Steak-Bites104-1046x1536.jpg 1046w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>FRIDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/tuscan-garlic-chicken-pita-pizzas/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Tuscan Garlic Chicken Pita Pizzas</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/tuscan-garlic-chicken-pita-pizzas/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1674" data-pin-description="Tuscan Garlic Chicken Pita Pizzas are loaded with chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and cheese over a creamy Alfredo sauce. These personal pizzas are so delicious!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Tuscan-Garlic-Pita-Pizzas316.jpg" alt="Garlic Chicken Pita Pizzas" class="wp-image-32527" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Tuscan-Garlic-Pita-Pizzas316.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Tuscan-Garlic-Pita-Pizzas316-215x300.jpg 215w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Tuscan-Garlic-Pita-Pizzas316-734x1024.jpg 734w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Tuscan-Garlic-Pita-Pizzas316-768x1071.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Tuscan-Garlic-Pita-Pizzas316-1101x1536.jpg 1101w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SATURDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><em>Leftovers</em></strong></h3>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SUNDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/philly-cheesesteak-pasta-bake/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Bake</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/philly-cheesesteak-pasta-bake/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1760" data-pin-description="Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Bake is packed with flavorful beef, mounds of melted cheese, bell peppers, onion, and penne pasta. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Philly-Cheesesteak-Pasta-Bake50.jpg" alt="Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Bake" class="wp-image-33447" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Philly-Cheesesteak-Pasta-Bake50.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Philly-Cheesesteak-Pasta-Bake50-204x300.jpg 204w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Philly-Cheesesteak-Pasta-Bake50-698x1024.jpg 698w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Philly-Cheesesteak-Pasta-Bake50-768x1127.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Philly-Cheesesteak-Pasta-Bake50-1047x1536.jpg 1047w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>DESSERT</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/lemon-pudding-cake/" type="post" id="14005"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Lemon Pudding Cake</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/lemon-pudding-cake/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1599" data-pin-description="Lemon Pudding Cake is a fluffy yellow cake that bakes over the top of creamy lemon pudding. It creates a moist, light and incredible cake! This cake is light, fluffy and absolutely delicious!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Lemon-Pudding-Cake-1.jpg" alt="Lemon Pudding Cake is a moist, light and fluffy yellow cake that bakes over the top of creamy lemon pudding. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-29399" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Lemon-Pudding-Cake-1.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Lemon-Pudding-Cake-1-359x478.jpg 359w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Lemon-Pudding-Cake-1-225x300.jpg 225w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Lemon-Pudding-Cake-1-768x1023.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Lemon-Pudding-Cake-1-1153x1536.jpg 1153w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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					<description><![CDATA[Discover this week’s Menu Plan Monday, packed with fresh dinner inspiration and a delicious fruity dessert! This week, we are welcoming any sunshine we can get with a menu full of fresh entrees alongside classic, comforting family favorites. Menu Plan Monday has everything you need to enjoy a week full of delicious recipes for April!...]]></description>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Discover this week’s Menu Plan Monday, packed with fresh dinner inspiration and a delicious fruity dessert!</em></p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1500" data-pin-description="Discover this week’s Menu Plan Monday, packed with fresh dinner inspiration and a delicious fruity dessert!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Menu-Plan-Monday-Recipes-640.png" alt="Menu Plan Monday is a collection of family favorite recipes from dinner to dessert." class="wp-image-61070" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Menu-Plan-Monday-Recipes-640.png 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Menu-Plan-Monday-Recipes-640-200x300.png 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Menu-Plan-Monday-Recipes-640-683x1024.png 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Menu-Plan-Monday-Recipes-640-768x1152.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size">This week, we are welcoming any sunshine we can get with a menu full of fresh entrees alongside classic, comforting family favorites. Menu Plan Monday has everything you need to enjoy a week full of delicious recipes for April!</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Menu Plan Monday</strong></h2>



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<p class="has-medium-font-size"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chipotle-chicken-burrito-bowls/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowls</mark></strong></a> are a healthy and high-protein alternative to traditional burritos, packed with smoky chicken, cilantro-lime rice, fresh veggies, and black beans. Topped with avocado, corn, tomatoes, and a light tomatillo dressing, these bowls are perfect for quick lunches, meal prep, or a satisfying dinner.&nbsp;</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">My <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/honey-garlic-steak-bites/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Honey Garlic Steak Bites</mark></strong></a> are perfect for a romantic night for two or a quick, meal-prep weeknight meal. Serve them over fresh greens for a tasty salad, or wrap them in a tortilla for a tasty, portable wrap. Marinated in a flavor-packed honey garlic sauce, these tender steak bites are juicy and delicious.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/raspberry-sweet-rolls/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Raspberry Sweet Rolls</mark></strong></a> are a delightful treat to start the morning or end the day with. Filled with raspberries and topped with homemade cream cheese frosting, these sweet rolls are irresistibly soft, flaky, and delicious.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">From my kitchen to yours! <strong><em>-Holly xo</em></strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Do you enjoy my recipes? I would be thrilled if you wrote a review on a recipe you love—it helps me (and other foodies) so much. Thank you! </em>☺️</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>MONDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chipotle-chicken-burrito-bowls/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowls</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chipotle-chicken-burrito-bowls/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1766" data-pin-description="Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowls are a healthy alternative to a delicious burrito. This recipe is lower in calories but just as packed with flavor and protein!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Chipotle-Chicken-Burrito-Bowls3.jpg" alt="Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowls" class="wp-image-34659" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Chipotle-Chicken-Burrito-Bowls3.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Chipotle-Chicken-Burrito-Bowls3-204x300.jpg 204w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Chipotle-Chicken-Burrito-Bowls3-696x1024.jpg 696w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Chipotle-Chicken-Burrito-Bowls3-768x1130.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Chipotle-Chicken-Burrito-Bowls3-1044x1536.jpg 1044w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>TUESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/honey-lime-chicken-enchiladas/" type="post" id="170"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Honey Lime Chicken Enchiladas</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/honey-lime-chicken-enchiladas/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1687" data-pin-description="Honey Lime Chicken Enchiladas are a sweet and zesty twist on a traditional Mexican dish. Perfectly balanced, this flavor combination is so delicious and family-friendly!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Honey-Lime-Chicken-Enchiladas46.jpg" alt="Chicken Enchiladas" class="wp-image-33336" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Honey-Lime-Chicken-Enchiladas46.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Honey-Lime-Chicken-Enchiladas46-213x300.jpg 213w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Honey-Lime-Chicken-Enchiladas46-729x1024.jpg 729w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Honey-Lime-Chicken-Enchiladas46-768x1080.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Honey-Lime-Chicken-Enchiladas46-1093x1536.jpg 1093w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>WEDNESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/southwest-chicken-caesar-wraps/" type="post" id="10047"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Southwest Chicken Caesar Wraps</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/southwest-chicken-caesar-wraps/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1722" data-pin-description="Turkey Ranch Club Wraps make for a quick and easy lunch or dinner! They&amp;#039;re filled with turkey and bacon with ranch dressing, and taste like a million bucks!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Southwest-Chicken-Caesar-Wraps25.jpg" alt="Chicken Caesar Wraps" class="wp-image-30570" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Southwest-Chicken-Caesar-Wraps25.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Southwest-Chicken-Caesar-Wraps25-209x300.jpg 209w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Southwest-Chicken-Caesar-Wraps25-714x1024.jpg 714w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Southwest-Chicken-Caesar-Wraps25-768x1102.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Southwest-Chicken-Caesar-Wraps25-1070x1536.jpg 1070w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>THURSDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/sloppy-joes/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Sloppy Joes</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/sloppy-joes/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="801" data-pin-description="Sloppy Joes are a sweet and tangy beef mixture that&amp;#039;s full of flavor and stuffed between hamburger buns. They are so delicious, easy to make, and will bring you back to your childhood!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sloppy-Joes1_11-10-1.jpg" alt="Sloppy Joes start with a homemade beef mixture that is packed with flavor and stuffed between a hamburger bun. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-27646" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sloppy-Joes1_11-10-1.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sloppy-Joes1_11-10-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sloppy-Joes1_11-10-1-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sloppy-Joes1_11-10-1-768x513.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>FRIDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/bbq-chicken-french-bread-pizza/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">BBQ Chicken French Bread Pizza</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/bbq-chicken-french-bread-pizza/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1757" data-pin-description="BBQ Chicken French Bread Pizza is loaded with zesty barbecue sauce, tender chicken and Mozzarella cheese over a fluffy loaf of French bread. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/BBQ-Chicken-French-Bread-Pizza2.jpg" alt="BBQ Chicken Pizza" class="wp-image-32772" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/BBQ-Chicken-French-Bread-Pizza2.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/BBQ-Chicken-French-Bread-Pizza2-205x300.jpg 205w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/BBQ-Chicken-French-Bread-Pizza2-700x1024.jpg 700w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/BBQ-Chicken-French-Bread-Pizza2-768x1124.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/BBQ-Chicken-French-Bread-Pizza2-1049x1536.jpg 1049w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SATURDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><em>Leftovers</em></strong></h3>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SUNDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/honey-garlic-steak-bites/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Honey Garlic Steak Bites</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/honey-garlic-steak-bites/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1774" data-pin-description="These Honey Garlic Steak Bites are little pieces of tender and juicy steak that are full of flavor. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Steak-Bites112.jpg" alt="Honey Garlic Steak Bites" class="wp-image-38162" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Steak-Bites112.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Steak-Bites112-203x300.jpg 203w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Steak-Bites112-693x1024.jpg 693w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Steak-Bites112-768x1135.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Steak-Bites112-1039x1536.jpg 1039w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>DESSERT</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/raspberry-sweet-rolls/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Raspberry Sweet Rolls</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/raspberry-sweet-rolls/"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1451" data-pin-description="Raspberry Sweet Rolls are soft, fruit-filled pastries that are perfect for a weekend morning. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Raspberry-Sweet-Rolls35.jpg" alt="Raspberry Sweet Rolls" class="wp-image-29762" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Raspberry-Sweet-Rolls35.jpg 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Raspberry-Sweet-Rolls35-207x300.jpg 207w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Raspberry-Sweet-Rolls35-706x1024.jpg 706w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Raspberry-Sweet-Rolls35-768x1114.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></figure>
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					<description><![CDATA[Welcome April with Menu Plan Monday, featuring light spring entrees, seasonal favorites, and a sweet treat the whole family will enjoy. Happy April! This week’s Menu Plan Monday is bursting with yummy recipes from light, spring-inspired dishes to comforting dinners, and a sweet treat to brighten your day. Get ready to enjoy a week full...]]></description>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Welcome April with Menu Plan Monday, featuring light spring entrees, seasonal favorites, and a sweet treat the whole family will enjoy.</em></p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1500" data-pin-description="Welcome April with Menu Plan Monday, featuring light spring entrees, seasonal favorites, and a sweet treat the whole family will enjoy." src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Menu-Plan-Monday-639.png" alt="Menu Plan Monday is a collection of family favorite recipes from dinner to dessert." class="wp-image-61061" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Menu-Plan-Monday-639.png 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Menu-Plan-Monday-639-200x300.png 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Menu-Plan-Monday-639-683x1024.png 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Menu-Plan-Monday-639-768x1152.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size">Happy April! This week’s Menu Plan Monday is bursting with yummy recipes from light, spring-inspired dishes to comforting dinners, and a sweet treat to brighten your day. Get ready to enjoy a week full of easy recipes that bring sunshine to your table!</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Picture crispy chicken fingers piled on top of a fresh, flavor-packed salad with shredded carrots, sweet dried cranberries, and cheddar cheese, all tossed in a delicious dressing. Consider this your sign to try this easy and satisfying weeknight meal: <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/sticky-chicken-fingers-salad/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Sticky Chicken Fingers Salad</mark></strong></a>!</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">I always love to layer in more seafood dishes in the spring, and these <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/shrimp-taco-bites/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Shrimp Taco Bites</mark></strong></a> are the ultimate bite-sized appetizers. These taco bites feature tender shrimp marinated in a zesty honey-lime sauce, layered on crispy tortilla scoops with avocado, sour cream, and a burst of fresh salsa.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">These <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/white-chocolate-chip-mm-pudding-cookies/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">White Chocolate Chip M&amp;M Pudding Cookies</mark></strong></a> are the ultimate spring cookie: soft, rich, and loaded with white chocolate chips and colorful M&amp;Ms for the perfect sweet treat.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">From my kitchen to yours! <strong><em>-Holly xo</em></strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Do you enjoy my recipes? I would be thrilled if you wrote a review on a recipe you love—it helps me (and other foodies) so much. Thank you! ☺️</em></p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>MONDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/sticky-chicken-fingers-salad/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Sticky Chicken Fingers Salad</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/sticky-chicken-fingers-salad/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="800" data-pin-description="The combination of ingredients in this Sticky Chicken Fingers Salad is what makes this salad dreamy. Crunchy romaine lettuce, dried cranberries, shredded carrots, cheese, and of course those amazing sticky chicken fingers! " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Sticky-Chicken-Fingers-Salad.jpg" alt="This delicious salad is full of crunchy romaine lettuce, dried cranberries, shredded carrots, cheese, and of course those amazing sticky chicken fingers. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-25043" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Sticky-Chicken-Fingers-Salad.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Sticky-Chicken-Fingers-Salad-300x200.jpg 300w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Sticky-Chicken-Fingers-Salad-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Sticky-Chicken-Fingers-Salad-768x512.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Sticky-Chicken-Fingers-Salad-1536x1024.jpg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>TUESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/shrimp-taco-bites/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Shrimp Taco Bites</mark></strong></a></h3>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/shrimp-taco-bites/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1800" data-pin-description="Shrimp Taco Bites are delicious, bite-sized appetizers featuring shrimp marinated in a honey-lime sauce. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/Shrimp-Taco-Bites14.jpg" alt="Juicy, marinated shrimp in a tangy honey-lime sauce are nestled in crunchy tortilla scoops and topped with smooth avocado, cool sour cream, and vibrant fresh salsa." class="wp-image-51558" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/Shrimp-Taco-Bites14.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/Shrimp-Taco-Bites14-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/Shrimp-Taco-Bites14-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/Shrimp-Taco-Bites14-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/Shrimp-Taco-Bites14-1024x1536.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>WEDNESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/broccoli-cheese-casserole/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Broccoli Cheese Casserole</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/broccoli-cheese-casserole/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1670" data-pin-description="Cheddar cheese, broccoli florets, and homemade condensed cream of chicken soup all come together to create this creamy Broccoli Cheese Casserole. Make it as a side dish for any holiday feast or for a simple weeknight dinner." src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Broccoli-Cheese-Casserole1_new.jpg" alt="Cheddar cheese, broccoli florets, and homemade condensed cream of chicken soup all come together to create this creamy Broccoli Cheese Casserole." class="wp-image-23039" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Broccoli-Cheese-Casserole1_new.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Broccoli-Cheese-Casserole1_new-216x300.jpg 216w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Broccoli-Cheese-Casserole1_new-736x1024.jpg 736w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Broccoli-Cheese-Casserole1_new-768x1069.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Broccoli-Cheese-Casserole1_new-1104x1536.jpg 1104w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>THURSDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/panda-express-copycat-beijing-beef/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Panda Express Copycat Beijing Beef</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/panda-express-copycat-beijing-beef/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1800" data-pin-description="Make your favorite Panda Express Copycat Beijing Beef at home with this easy-to-follow recipe. Crispy bites of beef tossed in a homemade sweet and slightly spicy sauce!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/CopycatBeijing-Beef54.jpg" alt="Copycat Panda Express Beijing Beef" class="wp-image-54489" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/CopycatBeijing-Beef54.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/CopycatBeijing-Beef54-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/CopycatBeijing-Beef54-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/CopycatBeijing-Beef54-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/CopycatBeijing-Beef54-1024x1536.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>FRIDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/tuscan-garlic-chicken-pasta/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Tuscan Garlic Chicken Pasta</mark></strong></a></h3>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/tuscan-garlic-chicken-pasta/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1800" data-pin-description="Tuscan Garlic Chicken Pasta is like a passport for your palate! One bite and you’ll instantly be flown to the hills of Tuscany. Juicy chicken breast lays in a bed of penne noodles and creamy garlic sauce. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Tuscan-Garlic-Chicken-Pasta101.jpg" alt="Tuscan Garlic Pasta" class="wp-image-39212" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Tuscan-Garlic-Chicken-Pasta101.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Tuscan-Garlic-Chicken-Pasta101-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Tuscan-Garlic-Chicken-Pasta101-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Tuscan-Garlic-Chicken-Pasta101-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Tuscan-Garlic-Chicken-Pasta101-1024x1536.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SATURDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><em>Kitchen&#8217;s Closed</em></strong></h3>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SUNDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/slow-cooker-creamy-ranch-pork-chops/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Slow Cooker Creamy Ranch Pork Chops</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/slow-cooker-creamy-ranch-pork-chops/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1746" data-pin-description="Slow Cooker Creamy Ranch Pork Chops is another slow cooker meal that is easy and delicious. This comforting dinner recipe will have everyone asking for seconds!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Slow-Cooker-Pork-Chops1.jpg" alt="Creamy Ranch Pork chops are slow cooked with chicken and mushroom soups and ranch seasoning. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-24455" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Slow-Cooker-Pork-Chops1.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Slow-Cooker-Pork-Chops1-206x300.jpg 206w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Slow-Cooker-Pork-Chops1-704x1024.jpg 704w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Slow-Cooker-Pork-Chops1-768x1117.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Slow-Cooker-Pork-Chops1-1056x1536.jpg 1056w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>DESSERT</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/white-chocolate-chip-mm-pudding-cookies/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">White Chocolate Chip M&amp;M Pudding Cookies</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/white-chocolate-chip-mm-pudding-cookies/"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1438" data-pin-description="White Chocolate Chip M&amp;amp;M Pudding Cookies bring a whole new level of loaded to the cookie game. Decorated with festive M&amp;amp;Ms these cookies are perfect for any holiday!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/White-Chocolate-Chip-MM-Pudding-Cookies3.jpg" alt="Chocolate Chip M&amp;M Pudding Cookies" class="wp-image-29888" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/White-Chocolate-Chip-MM-Pudding-Cookies3.jpg 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/White-Chocolate-Chip-MM-Pudding-Cookies3-209x300.jpg 209w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/White-Chocolate-Chip-MM-Pudding-Cookies3-712x1024.jpg 712w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/White-Chocolate-Chip-MM-Pudding-Cookies3-768x1104.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></figure>
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					<description><![CDATA[Celebrate Easter Sunday with a Menu Plan Monday featuring main dishes, sides, and two spring desserts! Easter is just one week away, so this Menu Plan Monday is going to be extra delicious! You’ll notice that on Sunday, I’m sharing my personal favorite Easter recipes. This menu includes side dishes, and a main course you...]]></description>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Celebrate Easter Sunday with a Menu Plan Monday featuring main dishes, sides, and two spring desserts</em>!</p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1500" data-pin-description="Celebrate Easter Sunday with a Menu Plan Monday featuring main dishes, sides, and two spring desserts!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-638.png" alt="Menu Plan Monday Easter Recipes " class="wp-image-61049" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-638.png 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-638-200x300.png 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-638-683x1024.png 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-638-768x1152.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size">Easter is just one week away, so this Menu Plan Monday is going to be extra delicious! You’ll notice that on Sunday, I’m sharing my personal favorite Easter recipes. This menu includes side dishes, and a main course you won’t want to miss—plus two bonus desserts at the end for your sweet tooth.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Looking for a main course to serve? <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/crock-pot-maple-brown-sugar-ham/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Crock Pot Maple Brown Sugar Ham</mark></strong></a> is a Lofthouse holiday staple. It is one of my most cherished recipes to serve for all big holidays, as it easily feeds between 12 to 15 people. With its generous size and flavorful, juicy meat, this ham makes the perfect centerpiece for any Easter table.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">No Easter feast is complete without a delicious carrot side! My <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/garlic-roasted-carrots/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Garlic Roasted Carrots</mark></strong></a> are oven-baked until tender, perfectly seasoned, and loaded with flavor. They pair beautifully with ham, turkey, chicken, or pot roast, making them a must-bake for your Easter menu. </p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">This week, I have two special treats to welcome the holiday. <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/the-best-carrot-cake/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">The Best Carrot Cake</mark></strong></a> is a cinnamon-flavored cake filled with shredded carrots, sweet coconut, and topped with almond-scented cream cheese frosting! This cake is made without any nuts or fruit.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Not a fan of carrot cake? My <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/bunny-bait/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Bunny Bait</mark></strong></a> is a fun, sweet treat everyone will love! Made with buttery popcorn, crunchy pretzel sticks, milk and white chocolate M&amp;Ms, and a sweet candy coating, it’s an irresistible Easter snack.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">From my kitchen to yours! <strong><em>-Holly xo</em></strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Do you enjoy my recipes? I would be thrilled if you wrote a review on a recipe you love—it helps me (and other foodies) so much. Thank you! </em>☺️</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>MONDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/easy-chicken-cordon-bleu/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/easy-chicken-cordon-bleu/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1800" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Chicken-Cordon-Bleu10.jpg" alt="Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu with Parmesan-Dijon Cream Sauce" class="wp-image-49150" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Chicken-Cordon-Bleu10.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Chicken-Cordon-Bleu10-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Chicken-Cordon-Bleu10-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Chicken-Cordon-Bleu10-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Chicken-Cordon-Bleu10-1024x1536.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>TUESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/green-chile-pepper-jack-cheese-chicken-enchiladas/" type="post" id="11096"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Green Chile and Pepper Jack Cheese Chicken Enchiladas</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/green-chile-pepper-jack-cheese-chicken-enchiladas/"><img decoding="async" width="1194" height="1634" data-pin-description="Green Chile and Pepper Jack Cheese Chicken Enchiladas are savory and delicious! They&amp;#039;re loaded with green chile enchilada sauce, sour cream and freshly grated Pepper Jack cheese. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Green-Chili-and-Pepper-Jack-Chicken-Enchiladas1.jpg" alt="Chicken enchiladas with green chiles and pepper jack cheese." class="wp-image-28256" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Green-Chili-and-Pepper-Jack-Chicken-Enchiladas1.jpg 1194w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Green-Chili-and-Pepper-Jack-Chicken-Enchiladas1-219x300.jpg 219w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Green-Chili-and-Pepper-Jack-Chicken-Enchiladas1-748x1024.jpg 748w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Green-Chili-and-Pepper-Jack-Chicken-Enchiladas1-768x1051.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Green-Chili-and-Pepper-Jack-Chicken-Enchiladas1-1122x1536.jpg 1122w" sizes="(max-width: 1194px) 100vw, 1194px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>WEDNESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-mozzarella-pasta-with-sun-dried-tomatoes/" type="post" id="6406"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color"><strong>Chicken Mozzarella Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes</strong></mark></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-mozzarella-pasta-with-sun-dried-tomatoes/"><img decoding="async" width="675" height="942" data-pin-description="Delicious oven-baked Garlic Roasted Carrots that are loaded with flavor. These carrots make a terrific side dish for any meal!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Mozzarella-Pasta.jpg" alt="Chicken Mozzarella pasta with sun-dried tomatoes is a delicious pasta salad full of Italian flavor. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-25522" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Mozzarella-Pasta.jpg 675w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Mozzarella-Pasta-215x300.jpg 215w" sizes="(max-width: 675px) 100vw, 675px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>THURSDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/french-dip-crescents/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">French Dip Crescents</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/french-dip-crescents/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1675" data-pin-description="French Dip Crescents are savory little beef sandwiches with melty cheese all wrapped up in golden crescents. Dip them in au jus sauce for an incredible lunch or dinner!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Mini-French-Dip-Crescents1.jpg" alt="French Dip Crescents are savory little beef sandwiches filled with roast beef and cheese inside golden crescent rolls." class="wp-image-24635" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Mini-French-Dip-Crescents1.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Mini-French-Dip-Crescents1-215x300.jpg 215w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Mini-French-Dip-Crescents1-734x1024.jpg 734w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Mini-French-Dip-Crescents1-768x1072.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Mini-French-Dip-Crescents1-1100x1536.jpg 1100w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>FRIDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/spiral-stuffed-rolls/" type="post" id="286"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Spiral Stuffed Rolls</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/spiral-stuffed-rolls/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1771" data-pin-description="Tender pasta is coated in creamy ranch dressing, bacon and lots of other goodies in this Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad. This pasta salad is perfect for summer barbecues and is always a hit!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Spiral-Stuffed-Rolls42.jpg" alt="Spiral Stuffed Ham and Cheese Rolls" class="wp-image-41589" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Spiral-Stuffed-Rolls42.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Spiral-Stuffed-Rolls42-203x300.jpg 203w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Spiral-Stuffed-Rolls42-694x1024.jpg 694w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Spiral-Stuffed-Rolls42-768x1133.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Spiral-Stuffed-Rolls42-1041x1536.jpg 1041w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SATURDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><em>Leftovers</em></strong></h3>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>EASTER SUNDAY</strong> <strong>MENU</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/crock-pot-maple-brown-sugar-ham/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Crock Pot Maple Brown Sugar Ham</mark></strong></a> </h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/crock-pot-maple-brown-sugar-ham/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1800" data-pin-description="Crock Pot Maple Brown Sugar Ham is a Lofthouse family holiday staple. We serve this ham every year at Easter and Christmas time. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/Crock-Pot-Maple-Brown-Sugar-Ham50.jpg" alt="Glazed Maple Brown Sugar Ham" class="wp-image-48669" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/Crock-Pot-Maple-Brown-Sugar-Ham50.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/Crock-Pot-Maple-Brown-Sugar-Ham50-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/Crock-Pot-Maple-Brown-Sugar-Ham50-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/Crock-Pot-Maple-Brown-Sugar-Ham50-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/Crock-Pot-Maple-Brown-Sugar-Ham50-1024x1536.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/strawberry-chicken-salad/" type="post" id="310"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Strawberry Salad</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/strawberry-chicken-salad/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1757" data-pin-description="Strawberry Chicken Salad is a fresh and bright salad you will crave! Crispy romaine lettuce, grilled chicken and fresh strawberries are brought to life with raspberry vinaigrette and creamy poppyseed dressing!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Strawberry-Chicken-Salad10.jpg" alt="Strawberry Chicken Salad is filled with chopped romaine lettuce, sprinkles of sliced almonds, sliced strawberries and grilled chicken." class="wp-image-41395" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Strawberry-Chicken-Salad10.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Strawberry-Chicken-Salad10-205x300.jpg 205w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Strawberry-Chicken-Salad10-700x1024.jpg 700w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Strawberry-Chicken-Salad10-768x1124.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Strawberry-Chicken-Salad10-1049x1536.jpg 1049w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/garlic-parmesan-scalloped-potatoes/" type="post" id="35210"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color"><strong>Garlic Parmesan Scalloped Potatoes</strong></mark></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/garlic-parmesan-scalloped-potatoes/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1800" data-pin-description="Garlic Parmesan Scalloped Potatoes are filled with a creamy garlic sauce and Parmesan cheese. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Garlic-Parmesan-Scalloped-Potatoes_new46.jpg" alt="Parmesan Scalloped Potatoes with garlic" class="wp-image-48855" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Garlic-Parmesan-Scalloped-Potatoes_new46.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Garlic-Parmesan-Scalloped-Potatoes_new46-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Garlic-Parmesan-Scalloped-Potatoes_new46-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Garlic-Parmesan-Scalloped-Potatoes_new46-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Garlic-Parmesan-Scalloped-Potatoes_new46-1024x1536.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/garlic-roasted-carrots/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Garlic Roasted Carrots</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/garlic-roasted-carrots/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1681" data-pin-description="Delicious oven-baked Garlic Roasted Carrots that are loaded with flavor. These carrots make a terrific side dish for any meal!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Garlic_Roasted_Carrotsnew.jpg" alt="Garlic Roasted Carrots" class="wp-image-16040" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Garlic_Roasted_Carrotsnew.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Garlic_Roasted_Carrotsnew-214x300.jpg 214w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Garlic_Roasted_Carrotsnew-768x1076.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Garlic_Roasted_Carrotsnew-731x1024.jpg 731w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>EASTER DESSERT</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/the-best-carrot-cake/" type="post" id="24498"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">The Best Carrot Cake</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/the-best-carrot-cake/"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1416" data-pin-description="White Chocolate Chip M&amp;amp;M Pudding Cookies bring a whole new level of loaded to the cookie game. Decorated with festive M&amp;amp;Ms these cookies are perfect for holidays." src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/The-Best-Carrot-Cake1.jpg" alt="A delicious, moist cake filled with shredded carrots and coconut and topped off with a creamy Almond-Scented Cream Cheese Frosting. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-24501" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/The-Best-Carrot-Cake1.jpg 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/The-Best-Carrot-Cake1-212x300.jpg 212w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/The-Best-Carrot-Cake1-723x1024.jpg 723w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/The-Best-Carrot-Cake1-768x1087.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></figure>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center">&amp; <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/bunny-bait/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Bunny Bait</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/bunny-bait/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1713" data-pin-description="Bunny Bait is the perfect treat for any spring celebration! " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Bunny-Bait48.jpg" alt="Bunny Bait treat mix" class="wp-image-36348" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Bunny-Bait48.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Bunny-Bait48-210x300.jpg 210w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Bunny-Bait48-718x1024.jpg 718w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Bunny-Bait48-768x1096.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Bunny-Bait48-1076x1536.jpg 1076w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Need dinner ideas? Menu Plan Monday features a simple weekly meal plan with easy recipes, cozy meals, and family-approved dinners. It’s hard to believe March is already winding down. This week’s Menu Plan Monday has a little something for everyone: fresh salads, cheesy enchiladas, homemade pizza, hearty sloppy joes, and carrot cake cookies. It&#8217;s going...]]></description>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Need dinner ideas? Menu Plan Monday features a simple weekly meal plan with easy recipes, cozy meals, and family-approved dinners.</em></p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1500" data-pin-description="Need dinner ideas? Menu Plan Monday features a simple weekly meal plan with easy recipes, cozy meals, and family-approved dinners." src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-637.png" alt="Menu Plan Monday is a collection of family favorite recipes from dinner to dessert." class="wp-image-60607" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-637.png 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-637-200x300.png 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-637-683x1024.png 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-637-768x1152.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size">It’s hard to believe March is already winding down. This week’s Menu Plan Monday has a little something for everyone: fresh salads, cheesy enchiladas, homemade pizza, hearty sloppy joes, and carrot cake cookies. It&#8217;s going to be a delicious end to the month!</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">This <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/dutch-oven-sprite-chicken/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Dutch Oven Sprite Chicken</mark></strong></a> is a comforting, savory dish that’s a year-round family favorite. This recipe features tender chicken cooked with crispy bacon, hearty russet potatoes, sweet carrots, and more in a single Dutch oven that’s perfect for busy weeknights and Sunday dinners.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">For a fun twist on Taco Night, one of my all-time favorites is <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/doritos-taco-salad/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Doritos Taco Salad</mark></strong></a>. This salad is loaded with seasoned ground beef, black beans, fresh tomatoes, and your choice of dressing; Catalina dressing is my favorite! What really sets this recipe apart is the nacho cheese Doritos chips tossed right in, giving every bite a satisfying, delicious crunch.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Welcome spring and leave winter behind with <strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/carrot-cake-cookies-with-cream-cheese-frosting/" type="post" id="29927"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Carrot Cake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting</mark></a></strong>. These cheerful treats are perfect for the season, especially for Easter celebrations and sunny-day gatherings. Inspired by classic carrot cake, they deliver all the warm spices, sweet carrot flavor, and soft, tender texture you love, transformed into a fun, handheld cookie that’s as delightful to make as it is to eat.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">From my kitchen to yours! <strong><em>-Holly xo</em></strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Do you enjoy my recipes? I would be thrilled if you wrote a review on a recipe you love—it helps me (and other foodies) so much. Thank you! ☺️</em></p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>MONDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/dutch-oven-sprite-chicken/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Dutch Oven Sprite Chicken</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/dutch-oven-sprite-chicken/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1552" data-pin-description="Dutch Oven Sprite Chicken Recipe" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/EEA4CC25-DF14-452F-88E5-72F8208E58EE.jpeg" alt="Sprite Chicken cooking in a Dutch Oven Pot" class="wp-image-21932" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/EEA4CC25-DF14-452F-88E5-72F8208E58EE.jpeg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/EEA4CC25-DF14-452F-88E5-72F8208E58EE-232x300.jpeg 232w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/EEA4CC25-DF14-452F-88E5-72F8208E58EE-792x1024.jpeg 792w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/EEA4CC25-DF14-452F-88E5-72F8208E58EE-768x993.jpeg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/EEA4CC25-DF14-452F-88E5-72F8208E58EE-1188x1536.jpeg 1188w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>TUESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/doritos-taco-salad/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Doritos Taco Salad</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/doritos-taco-salad/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1714" data-pin-description="This Doritos Taco Salad is loaded with seasoned ground beef, black beans and more. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Doritos-Taco-Salad.jpg" alt="This Doritos Taco Salad is loaded with seasoned ground beef, black beans and of course, Nacho Cheese Doritos. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-26823" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Doritos-Taco-Salad.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Doritos-Taco-Salad-210x300.jpg 210w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Doritos-Taco-Salad-717x1024.jpg 717w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Doritos-Taco-Salad-768x1097.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Doritos-Taco-Salad-1075x1536.jpg 1075w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>WEDNESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/air-fryer-steak-bites/" type="post" id="48400"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Air Fryer Steak Bites</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/air-fryer-steak-bites/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1800" data-pin-description="These delicious bites are cooked in the air fryer and ready in just minutes!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Air-Fryer-Steak-Bites100.jpg" alt="Juicy steak bites cooked in the air fryer." class="wp-image-49795" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Air-Fryer-Steak-Bites100.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Air-Fryer-Steak-Bites100-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Air-Fryer-Steak-Bites100-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Air-Fryer-Steak-Bites100-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Air-Fryer-Steak-Bites100-1024x1536.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>THURSDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/skinny-beef-enchiladas/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Skinny Beef Enchiladas</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/skinny-beef-enchiladas/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1798" data-pin-description="Skinny Beef Enchiladas use lighter ingredients but are still packed with flavor! " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Skinny-Beef-Enchiladas2.jpg" alt="Skinny Beef Enchiladas" class="wp-image-28626" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Skinny-Beef-Enchiladas2.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Skinny-Beef-Enchiladas2-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Skinny-Beef-Enchiladas2-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Skinny-Beef-Enchiladas2-768x1151.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Skinny-Beef-Enchiladas2-1025x1536.jpg 1025w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>FRIDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-alfredo-pizza/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Chicken Alfredo Pizza</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-alfredo-pizza/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1800" data-pin-description="My Chicken Alfredo Pizza is stacked with flavor! A creamy Alfredo sauce base is topped with crispy bacon, tender pieces of chicken, bright green onion, and tons of melted mozzarella cheese." src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Chicken-Alfredo-Pizza104.jpg" alt="Alfredo Chicken Pizza is homemade pizza dough covered in Alfredo sauce and topped with chicken, bacon, garlic and cheese. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-39817" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Chicken-Alfredo-Pizza104.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Chicken-Alfredo-Pizza104-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Chicken-Alfredo-Pizza104-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Chicken-Alfredo-Pizza104-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Chicken-Alfredo-Pizza104-1024x1536.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SATURDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><em>Leftovers</em></strong></h3>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SUNDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/texas-toast-sloppy-joes/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Texas Toast Sloppy Joes</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/texas-toast-sloppy-joes/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1674" data-pin-description="Texas Toast Sloppy Joes are made with Texas toasts and a delicious sloppy joe filling. This easy dinner can be ready in under 30 minutes!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Texas-Toast-Sloppy-Joes12.jpg" alt="Sloppy Joes on Texas Toast Garlic Breads" class="wp-image-39668" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Texas-Toast-Sloppy-Joes12.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Texas-Toast-Sloppy-Joes12-215x300.jpg 215w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Texas-Toast-Sloppy-Joes12-734x1024.jpg 734w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Texas-Toast-Sloppy-Joes12-768x1071.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Texas-Toast-Sloppy-Joes12-1101x1536.jpg 1101w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>DESSERT</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/carrot-cake-cookies-with-cream-cheese-frosting/" type="post" id="29927"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Carrot Cake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/carrot-cake-cookies-with-cream-cheese-frosting/"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1527" data-pin-description="Carrot Cake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting are perfect for the spring season. Soft homemade cookies take inspiration from carrot cake and are topped with a rich and creamy frosting!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Carrot-Cake-Cookies4.jpg" alt="Carrot Cake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting" class="wp-image-29982" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Carrot-Cake-Cookies4.jpg 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Carrot-Cake-Cookies4-196x300.jpg 196w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Carrot-Cake-Cookies4-671x1024.jpg 671w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Carrot-Cake-Cookies4-768x1173.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></figure>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day with a delicious dinner menu featuring classic favorites and a festive green dessert—perfectly planned with Menu Plan Monday! Feeling lucky this week? This Menu Plan Monday has everything you need to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Enjoy these easy, delicious meals and a special green dessert to complete the celebration. Happy Saint...]]></description>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em><em>Celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day with a delicious dinner menu featuring classic favorites and a festive green dessert—perfectly planned with Menu Plan Monday</em>!</em></p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1500" data-pin-description="Celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day with a delicious dinner menu featuring classic favorites and a festive green dessert—perfectly planned with Menu Plan Monday!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-636.png" alt="Menu Plan Monday is a collection of family favorite recipes from dinner to dessert." class="wp-image-60527" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-636.png 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-636-200x300.png 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-636-683x1024.png 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-636-768x1152.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size">Feeling lucky this week? This Menu Plan Monday has everything you need to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Enjoy these easy, delicious meals and a special green dessert to complete the celebration. Happy Saint Patrick’s week to all who celebrate! ☘️</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Craving something warm, cheesy, and comforting? My <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-ranch-pasta-bake/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Chicken Ranch Pasta Bake</mark></strong></a> is exactly what you need. Packed with tender penne pasta, savory chicken, gooey Parmesan and Mozzarella cheese, and creamy ranch dressing, it’s the ultimate weeknight dinner that comes together in less than 35 minutes. Not only is it quick and easy to make, but it also reheats beautifully. </p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Would it really be Saint Patrick’s Week without a festive green treat? Celebrate with this family favorite dessert: <strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/shamrock-shake-copycat/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#14a671" class="has-inline-color">Shamrock Shakes!</mark></a><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#19855e" class="has-inline-color"> </mark></strong>This amazing shake is super easy to make, featuring all the classic ingredients of your favorite milkshake: ice cream, milk, mint flavoring, and a touch of green food coloring. So festive and yummy!</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">From my kitchen to yours! <strong><em>-Holly xo</em></strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Do you enjoy my recipes? I would be thrilled if you wrote a review on a recipe you love—it helps me (and other foodies) so much. Thank you! </em>☺️</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>MONDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-ranch-pasta-bake/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Chicken Ranch Pasta Bake</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-ranch-pasta-bake/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1745" data-pin-description="Penne pasta, creamy Alfredo and crispy bacon come together to create this Chicken Bacon Ranch Baked Penne. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Chicken-Ranch-Pasta-Bake42-.jpg" alt="Chicken Ranch Pasta" class="wp-image-38614" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Chicken-Ranch-Pasta-Bake42-.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Chicken-Ranch-Pasta-Bake42--206x300.jpg 206w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Chicken-Ranch-Pasta-Bake42--704x1024.jpg 704w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Chicken-Ranch-Pasta-Bake42--768x1117.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Chicken-Ranch-Pasta-Bake42--1056x1536.jpg 1056w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>TUESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/oven-baked-stew/" type="post" id="258"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color"><strong>Oven Baked Stew</strong></mark></a></h3>



<p class="has-text-align-center"><strong><em>Happy St. Patrick&#8217;s Day! </em>☘️</strong></p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/oven-baked-stew/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1800" data-pin-description="This hearty Oven Baked Stew is filled with carrots, potatoes, and tender stew meat. This meal is so comforting and delicious. It’s one of my go-to Sunday dinners." src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Oven-Baked-Stew252.jpg" alt="Oven Baked Stew is filled with flavorful beef stew meat, diced potatoes, carrots and onion. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-45361" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Oven-Baked-Stew252.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Oven-Baked-Stew252-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Oven-Baked-Stew252-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Oven-Baked-Stew252-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Oven-Baked-Stew252-1024x1536.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>WEDNESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/italian-sub-salad/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Italian Sub Salad</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/italian-sub-salad/"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1498" data-pin-description="A hearty salad with sliced turkey, salami, provolone cheese and much more. My Italian Sub Salad is the perfect alternate for any sandwich." src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Italian-Sub-Salad.jpg" alt="Italian Sub Salad is filled with sliced turkey, salami, provolone cheese, banana peppers, sliced olives and cherry tomatoes. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-25502" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Italian-Sub-Salad.jpg 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Italian-Sub-Salad-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Italian-Sub-Salad-684x1024.jpg 684w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Italian-Sub-Salad-768x1150.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>THURSDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/korean-beef-and-rice-bowls/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Korean Beef and Rice Bowls</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/korean-beef-and-rice-bowls/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1731" data-pin-description="Korean Beef and Rice Bowls start with lean ground beef and seasonings served over a bed of fluffy rice. These bowls are packed with flavor, and can be ready to eat in 20 minutes!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Korean-Beef-and-Rice-Bowls32.jpg" alt="Beef and Rice Bowls" class="wp-image-37238" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Korean-Beef-and-Rice-Bowls32.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Korean-Beef-and-Rice-Bowls32-208x300.jpg 208w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Korean-Beef-and-Rice-Bowls32-710x1024.jpg 710w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Korean-Beef-and-Rice-Bowls32-768x1108.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Korean-Beef-and-Rice-Bowls32-1065x1536.jpg 1065w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>FRIDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/pizza-stuffed-pasta-shells/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Pizza-Stuffed Pasta Shells</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/pizza-stuffed-pasta-shells/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1727" data-pin-description="Pizza-Stuffed Pasta Shells are jumbo shells stuffed with cheese, pepperoni, and pizza sauce. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Pizza-Stuffed-Pasta-Shells3.jpg" alt="Jumbo pasta shells stuffed with pizza toppings. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-35176" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Pizza-Stuffed-Pasta-Shells3.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Pizza-Stuffed-Pasta-Shells3-208x300.jpg 208w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Pizza-Stuffed-Pasta-Shells3-712x1024.jpg 712w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Pizza-Stuffed-Pasta-Shells3-768x1105.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Pizza-Stuffed-Pasta-Shells3-1067x1536.jpg 1067w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SATURDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><em>Leftovers</em></strong></h3>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SUNDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/biscuits-and-gravy-casserole/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Biscuits and Gravy Casserole</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/biscuits-and-gravy-casserole/"><img decoding="async" width="650" height="981" data-pin-description="Creamy sausage gravy and golden biscuits baked together in a casserole. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Biscuits-and-Gravy-Casserole.jpg" alt="Biscuits and gravy casserole is a delicious breakfast with flaky biscuits that puff up and get golden over the sausage and creamy gravy. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-27124" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Biscuits-and-Gravy-Casserole.jpg 650w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Biscuits-and-Gravy-Casserole-199x300.jpg 199w" sizes="(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>DESSERT</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/copycat-shamrock-shake/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#10b075" class="has-inline-color"><strong>Shamrock Shake (Copycat)</strong></mark></a><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#3b7153" class="has-inline-color"> </mark>🍀</h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/copycat-shamrock-shake/"><img decoding="async" width="984" height="1384" data-pin-description="A heavenly combination of mint flavor and rich chocolate come together to create these Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies. They have a warm, gooey center and slightly crisp edges that results in the perfect cookie!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Shamrock-Shake26_featuredimage.jpg" alt="Shamrock Shake is a creamy mint ice cream shake. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-60186" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Shamrock-Shake26_featuredimage.jpg 984w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Shamrock-Shake26_featuredimage-213x300.jpg 213w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Shamrock-Shake26_featuredimage-728x1024.jpg 728w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Shamrock-Shake26_featuredimage-768x1080.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 984px) 100vw, 984px" /></a></figure>
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					<description><![CDATA[Plan dinner with ease! This week’s Menu Plan Monday includes six delicious weeknight dinners and a crowd-pleasing chocolate dessert. This week’s Menu Plan Monday is packed with a variety of delicious dishes, from stuffed meatballs and taco soup, to creamy pasta and a decadent chocolate cake that&#8217;s sure to satisfy every craving. Creamy Pasta Primavera...]]></description>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Plan dinner with ease! This week’s Menu Plan Monday includes six delicious weeknight dinners and a crowd-pleasing chocolate dessert.</em></p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1500" data-pin-description="Plan dinner with ease! This week’s Menu Plan Monday includes six delicious weeknight dinners and a crowd-pleasing chocolate dessert." src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-635.png" alt="Menu Plan Monday is a collection of family favorite recipes from dinner to dessert." class="wp-image-60337" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-635.png 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-635-200x300.png 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-635-683x1024.png 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-635-768x1152.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size">This week’s Menu Plan Monday is packed with a variety of delicious dishes, from stuffed meatballs and taco soup, to creamy pasta and a decadent chocolate cake that&#8217;s sure to satisfy every craving.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/creamy-pasta-primavera/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Creamy Pasta Primavera</mark></strong></a> is a timeless Italian favorite, brimming with fresh vegetables, tender linguine, and a rich parmesan-basil cream sauce. Light yet satisfying, this dish captures the bright flavors of spring and makes a perfect side for a hearty main course, or a light dinner when you’re craving classic Italian comfort without the calories.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Planning a St. Patrick’s Day dinner? This top-rated <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/shepherds-pie-cottage-pie/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Shepherd&#8217;s Pie (Cottage Pie)</mark></strong></a> is the ultimate comfort dish. Traditional shepherd’s pie in Ireland is made with lamb, but this version is prepared with beef instead, cooked with a hearty mix of peas, carrots, onions, and savory seasonings. The leftovers are even better the next day!</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">With Saint Patrick’s Day just around the corner, this <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/thin-mint-chocolate-poke-cake/" type="post" id="7600"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Thin Mint Chocolate Poke Cake</mark></strong></a> is a must-try dessert. Filled with chocolate pudding, crushed thin mint cookies, and topped with peppermint whipped topping, this cake is a dream come true for chocolate and mint lovers.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">From my kitchen to yours! <strong><em>-Holly xo</em></strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Do you enjoy my recipes? I would be thrilled if you wrote a review on a recipe you love—it helps me (and other foodies) so much. Thank you! </em>☺️</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>MONDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-parmesan-stuffed-meatballs/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Chicken Parmesan Stuffed Meatballs</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-parmesan-stuffed-meatballs/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1678" data-pin-description="Chicken Parmesan Meatballs combine lean ground chicken, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and herbs, stuffed with melty mozzarella and served with rich marinara." src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Chicken-Parmesan-Stuffed-Meatballs30.jpg" alt="Chicken Parmesan Meatballs" class="wp-image-33035" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Chicken-Parmesan-Stuffed-Meatballs30.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Chicken-Parmesan-Stuffed-Meatballs30-215x300.jpg 215w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Chicken-Parmesan-Stuffed-Meatballs30-733x1024.jpg 733w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Chicken-Parmesan-Stuffed-Meatballs30-768x1074.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Chicken-Parmesan-Stuffed-Meatballs30-1099x1536.jpg 1099w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>TUESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/crock-pot-taco-soup/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Crock Pot Taco Soup</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/crock-pot-taco-soup/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1751" data-pin-description="Crock Pot Taco Soup is a flavorful soup filled with beans, corn, ground beef and taco seasoning. We like to top it with our favorite taco toppings! " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Crock-Pot-Taco-Soup24.jpg" alt="Crock Pot Taco Soup" class="wp-image-45060" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Crock-Pot-Taco-Soup24.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Crock-Pot-Taco-Soup24-206x300.jpg 206w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Crock-Pot-Taco-Soup24-702x1024.jpg 702w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Crock-Pot-Taco-Soup24-768x1121.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Crock-Pot-Taco-Soup24-1052x1536.jpg 1052w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>WEDNESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/creamy-pasta-primavera/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Creamy Pasta Primavera</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/creamy-pasta-primavera/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1800" data-pin-description="The combination of fresh veggies and Parmesan cheese in this Creamy Pasta Primavera is incredible. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Creamy-Pasta-Primavera43.jpg" alt="Pasta Primavera" class="wp-image-42112" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Creamy-Pasta-Primavera43.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Creamy-Pasta-Primavera43-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Creamy-Pasta-Primavera43-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Creamy-Pasta-Primavera43-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Creamy-Pasta-Primavera43-1024x1536.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>THURSDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/easy-beef-stroganoff/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Easy Beef Stroganoff</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/easy-beef-stroganoff/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1720" data-pin-description="This Easy Beef Stroganoff recipe is a classic dish the whole family will love. It's filled with ground beef and a mushroom sauce served over egg noodles. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Easy-Beef-Stroganoff125.jpg" alt="Easy Beef Stroganoff" class="wp-image-35705" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Easy-Beef-Stroganoff125.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Easy-Beef-Stroganoff125-209x300.jpg 209w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Easy-Beef-Stroganoff125-715x1024.jpg 715w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Easy-Beef-Stroganoff125-768x1101.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Easy-Beef-Stroganoff125-1072x1536.jpg 1072w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>FRIDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/italian-cheese-steak-french-bread-pizza/" type="post" id="3881"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Italian Cheese Steak French Bread Pizza</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/italian-cheese-steak-french-bread-pizza/"><img decoding="async" width="678" height="1024" data-pin-description="Warm steak, gooey cheese and bell peppers come together to create this Italian Cheese Steak French Bread Pizza!  " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Ragu_NewTraDish_Italian_Cheesesteak_Pi-678x1024-1.jpg" alt="ITALIAN CHEESE STEAK FRENCH BREAD PIZZA" class="wp-image-18974" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Ragu_NewTraDish_Italian_Cheesesteak_Pi-678x1024-1.jpg 678w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Ragu_NewTraDish_Italian_Cheesesteak_Pi-678x1024-1-199x300.jpg 199w" sizes="(max-width: 678px) 100vw, 678px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SATURDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><em>Leftovers</em></strong></h3>



<p></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SUNDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/shepherds-pie-cottage-pie/" type="post" id="5068"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Shepherd&#8217;s Pie (Cottage Pie)</mark></a></strong></h3>



<p class="has-text-align-center">(<strong>The perfect dish to make for St. Patrick&#8217;s Day coming up 💚</strong>)</p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/shepherds-pie-cottage-pie/"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1500" data-pin-description="This classic Shepherd&amp;#039;s Pie recipe will have everyone asking for seconds. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/The-Best-Shepherds-Pie3.jpg" alt="Shepherds' Pie" class="wp-image-29616" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/The-Best-Shepherds-Pie3.jpg 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/The-Best-Shepherds-Pie3-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/The-Best-Shepherds-Pie3-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/The-Best-Shepherds-Pie3-768x1152.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>DESSERT</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/thin-mint-chocolate-poke-cake/" type="post" id="7600"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Thin Mint Chocolate Poke Cake</mark></a> </strong>☘️</h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/thin-mint-chocolate-poke-cake/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1720" data-pin-description="hese Brownie Cookies with Mint Frosting are amazing. They are chocolate brownies in cookie form, slathered with mint frosting. My two favorite combos!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Thin-Mint-Chocolate-Poke-Cake4.jpg" alt="Chocolate Poke Cake with mint cookies" class="wp-image-35634" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Thin-Mint-Chocolate-Poke-Cake4.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Thin-Mint-Chocolate-Poke-Cake4-209x300.jpg 209w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Thin-Mint-Chocolate-Poke-Cake4-715x1024.jpg 715w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Thin-Mint-Chocolate-Poke-Cake4-768x1101.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Thin-Mint-Chocolate-Poke-Cake4-1072x1536.jpg 1072w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Welcome March with Menu Plan Monday! Find fresh dinner ideas and a sweet dessert to kick off the spring season inside. Happy March, everyone! As we inch closer to warmer days, I’m more than ready for fresh flavors and sunshine. This week’s Menu Plan Monday is packed with recipes that balance comfort and lightness perfectly,...]]></description>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Welcome March with Menu Plan Monday! Find fresh dinner ideas and a sweet dessert to kick off the spring season inside.</em></p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1500" data-pin-description="Welcome March with Menu Plan Monday! Find fresh dinner ideas and a sweet dessert to kick off the spring season inside." src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-634.png" alt="Menu Plan Monday is a collection of family favorite recipes from dinner to dessert." class="wp-image-60307" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-634.png 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-634-200x300.png 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-634-683x1024.png 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Menu-Plan-Monday-634-768x1152.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size">Happy March, everyone! As we inch closer to warmer days, I’m more than ready for fresh flavors and sunshine. This week’s Menu Plan Monday is packed with recipes that balance comfort and lightness perfectly, from crisp salads and a zesty taco skillet to hearty chicken chili and so much more. Whether you’re craving cozy dinners or lighter meals to welcome the first light of spring, this week has something for every appetite.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">This southwest-inspired <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/slow-cooker-white-chicken-chili/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili</mark></strong></a> combines tender chicken, green chilies, and hearty white beans for a flavorful weeknight meal. Top with shredded Monterey Jack, sour cream, and crunchy tortilla strips. Don’t forget to make some <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/sweet-cornbread/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Sweet Cornbread</mark></strong></a> to enjoy on the side for a classic southern touch.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Bright, vibrant, and flavorful, this <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/apple-bacon-gorgonzola-salad-sweet-balsamic-vinaigrette/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Apple Bacon &amp; Gorgonzola Salad with Sweet Balsamic Vinaigrette</mark></strong></a> is a winner! Crisp Granny Smith apples, crunchy bacon, and tangy Gorgonzola create the perfect sweet-and-savory balance, all tossed in a creamy balsamic vinaigrette that ties it all together.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Peanut butter lovers, this one’s for you! These <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/lunch-lady-peanut-butter-bars/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars</mark></strong></a> are sweet and buttery, with creamy peanut butter and oats forming the perfect base for a cookie bar. Finished with a rich chocolate frosting, they’re a yummy treat for family gatherings or any sweet craving.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">From my kitchen to yours! <strong><em>-Holly xo</em></strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Do you enjoy my recipes? I would be thrilled if you wrote a review on a recipe you love—it helps me (and other foodies) so much. Thank you! </em>☺️</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>MONDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/slow-cooker-white-chicken-chili/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/slow-cooker-white-chicken-chili/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1705" data-pin-description="Tender chicken, green chilies, and hearty white beans come together in this southwest inspired Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/White-Chicken-Chili24.jpg" alt="Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili" class="wp-image-32860" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/White-Chicken-Chili24.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/White-Chicken-Chili24-211x300.jpg 211w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/White-Chicken-Chili24-721x1024.jpg 721w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/White-Chicken-Chili24-768x1092.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/White-Chicken-Chili24-1081x1536.jpg 1081w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>TUESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/taco-noodle-skillet/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Taco Noodle Skillet</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/taco-noodle-skillet/"><img decoding="async" width="678" height="1024" data-pin-description="A delicious skillet dinner loaded with taco flavored beef and comforting noodles. Taco Noodle Skillet is a great recipe for busy weeknights!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Taco-Noodle-Skillet.jpg" alt="A delicious skillet dinner loaded with taco flavored beef and comforting noodles." class="wp-image-25221" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Taco-Noodle-Skillet.jpg 678w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Taco-Noodle-Skillet-199x300.jpg 199w" sizes="(max-width: 678px) 100vw, 678px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>WEDNESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/apple-bacon-gorgonzola-salad-sweet-balsamic-vinaigrette/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Apple Bacon &amp; Gorgonzola Salad with Sweet Balsamic Vinaigrette</mark></strong></a></h3>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/apple-bacon-gorgonzola-salad-sweet-balsamic-vinaigrette/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1798" data-pin-description="All the textures inside this Apple Bacon and Gorgonzola Salad are incredible. Slices of apple, crispy bacon and the creamy balsamic vinaigrette make it over the top delicious!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Apple-Bacon-Gorgonzola-Salad3.jpg" alt="Apple Bacon Salad" class="wp-image-17136" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Apple-Bacon-Gorgonzola-Salad3.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Apple-Bacon-Gorgonzola-Salad3-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Apple-Bacon-Gorgonzola-Salad3-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Apple-Bacon-Gorgonzola-Salad3-768x1151.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Apple-Bacon-Gorgonzola-Salad3-1025x1536.jpg 1025w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>THURSDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/beef-enchilada-lasagna-rolls/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Beef Enchilada Lasagna Rolls</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/beef-enchilada-lasagna-rolls/"><img decoding="async" width="600" height="880" data-pin-description="Beef enchilada lasagna roll ups are made up of Beef, enchilada sauce and taco seasoning wrapped up in lasagna noodles and covered in gooey cheese." src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Beef-Enchilada-Lasagna-Rolls.jpg" alt="Beef enchilada lasagna roll ups are made up of Beef, enchilada sauce and taco seasoning wrapped up in lasagna noodles and covered in gooey cheese. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-25218" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Beef-Enchilada-Lasagna-Rolls.jpg 600w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Beef-Enchilada-Lasagna-Rolls-205x300.jpg 205w" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>FRIDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/ham-cheese-tortellini/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Ham and Cheese Tortellini</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/ham-cheese-tortellini/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1768" data-pin-description="Ham and Cheese Tortellini dish will become your family&amp;#039;s favorite dinner! It&amp;#039;s loaded with ham, peas and a creamy sauce over cheese-filled tortellini. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ham-and-Cheese-Tortellini2025.jpg" alt="Ham, peas and a creamy sauce over cheese-filled tortellini. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-54431" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ham-and-Cheese-Tortellini2025.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ham-and-Cheese-Tortellini2025-204x300.jpg 204w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ham-and-Cheese-Tortellini2025-695x1024.jpg 695w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ham-and-Cheese-Tortellini2025-768x1132.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ham-and-Cheese-Tortellini2025-1043x1536.jpg 1043w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SATURDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><em>Leftovers</em></strong></h3>



<p></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SUNDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-mashed-potato-bowls/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Chicken Mashed Potato Bowls</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-mashed-potato-bowls/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1702" data-pin-description="Chicken Mashed Potato Bowls are layered with one comfort food after the next! Creamy mashed potatoes are topped with breaded chicken, cheese, corn, and turkey gravy. This is one delicious meal!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Chicken-Mashed-Potato-Bowls24.jpg" alt="Loaded Chicken Bowls" class="wp-image-33058" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Chicken-Mashed-Potato-Bowls24.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Chicken-Mashed-Potato-Bowls24-212x300.jpg 212w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Chicken-Mashed-Potato-Bowls24-722x1024.jpg 722w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Chicken-Mashed-Potato-Bowls24-768x1089.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Chicken-Mashed-Potato-Bowls24-1083x1536.jpg 1083w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>DESSERT</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/lunch-lady-peanut-butter-bars/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/lunch-lady-peanut-butter-bars/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1646" data-pin-description="Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars are soft cookie bars that are topped with a simple, yet delicious chocolate frosting. These bars are a peanut butter lover&amp;#039;s dream come true! " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Peanut-Butter-Lunch-Lady-Bars2.jpg" alt="Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars are peanut butter cookie bars topped with chocolate frosting. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-25470" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Peanut-Butter-Lunch-Lady-Bars2.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Peanut-Butter-Lunch-Lady-Bars2-219x300.jpg 219w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Peanut-Butter-Lunch-Lady-Bars2-747x1024.jpg 747w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Peanut-Butter-Lunch-Lady-Bars2-768x1053.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Peanut-Butter-Lunch-Lady-Bars2-1120x1536.jpg 1120w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Looking for dinner ideas? Menu Plan Monday brings simple, family-friendly recipes to make mealtime stress-free and delicious! As February comes to a close, we’re wrapping it up with another delicious Menu Plan Monday! This week’s plan has something for everyone: a comforting, hearty soup, flavorful pastas, a cheesy and nutritious casserole, and a sweet strawberry...]]></description>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em> Looking for dinner ideas? Menu Plan Monday brings simple, family-friendly recipes to make mealtime stress-free and delicious!</em></p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1500" data-pin-description="Looking for dinner ideas? Menu Plan Monday brings simple, family-friendly recipes to make mealtime stress-free and delicious!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Menu-Plan-Monday-633.png" alt="Menu Plan Monday is a collection of family favorite recipes from dinner to dessert." class="wp-image-59919" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Menu-Plan-Monday-633.png 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Menu-Plan-Monday-633-200x300.png 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Menu-Plan-Monday-633-683x1024.png 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Menu-Plan-Monday-633-768x1152.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size">As February comes to a close, we’re wrapping it up with another delicious Menu Plan Monday! This week’s plan has something for everyone: a comforting, hearty soup, flavorful pastas, a cheesy and nutritious casserole, and a sweet strawberry cake recipe that’s sure to satisfy your dessert cravings. Perfect for easy weeknight dinners and cozy family meals!</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Celebrate National Tortilla Chip Day on Feb 26th with <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/slow-cooker-chicken-tortilla-soup/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup</mark></strong></a>. A family favorite for years, it’s loaded with seasoned chicken, black beans, and green chilies. Serve it for dinner, topped with sour cream and guacamole for an easy weeknight meal, or reheat leftovers for a quick lunch. It will warm you right up!</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Craving a fuss-free, flavorful dinner? This <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/easy-skillet-lasagna/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Easy Skillet Lasagna</mark></strong></a> is ready in one pan. I recommend using a large non-stick skillet; don’t use a cast-iron skillet. This skillet family dinner pairs perfectly with my <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/copycat-olive-garden-breadsticks/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Copycat Olive Garden Breadsticks</mark></strong></a> for the ultimate feast. </p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Valentine’s Day may be over, but your sweet tooth for strawberries and chocolate doesn’t have to be! This <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/strawberry-chocolate-pound-cake-trifle/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Strawberry Chocolate Pound Cake Trifle</mark></strong></a> is perfect for any occasion, with layers of pound cake, chocolate, whipped cream, and fresh strawberries. No baking required; it’s an easy and delicious dessert to end any week on a sweet note!</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">From my kitchen to yours! <strong><em>-Holly xo</em></strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Do you enjoy my recipes? I would be thrilled if you wrote a review on a recipe you love—it helps me (and other foodies) so much. Thank you! </em>☺️</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>MONDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-bacon-ranch-baked-penne/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Chicken Bacon Ranch Baked Penne</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-bacon-ranch-baked-penne/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1798" data-pin-description="Penne pasta, creamy Alfredo and crispy bacon come together to create this Chicken Bacon Ranch Baked Penne. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/IMG_0353.jpg" alt="Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta" class="wp-image-44219" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/IMG_0353.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/IMG_0353-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/IMG_0353-684x1024.jpg 684w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/IMG_0353-768x1151.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/IMG_0353-1025x1536.jpg 1025w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>TUESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/slow-cooker-chicken-tortilla-soup/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup</mark></a></strong></h3>



<p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>(In honor of National Tortilla Chip Day!)</strong></p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/slow-cooker-chicken-tortilla-soup/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1798" data-pin-description="Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup is a recipe I&amp;#039;ve been making forever. It&amp;#039;s healthy, delicious and so easy to make. It&amp;#039;s another slow cooker recipe win!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Slow-Cooker-Chicken-Tortilla-Soup54.jpg" alt="Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup has Mexican flavors with chicken, onion, tomato and diced green chilies. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-33824" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Slow-Cooker-Chicken-Tortilla-Soup54.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Slow-Cooker-Chicken-Tortilla-Soup54-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Slow-Cooker-Chicken-Tortilla-Soup54-684x1024.jpg 684w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Slow-Cooker-Chicken-Tortilla-Soup54-768x1151.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Slow-Cooker-Chicken-Tortilla-Soup54-1025x1536.jpg 1025w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>WEDNESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/creamy-chicken-and-broccoli-casserole/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/creamy-chicken-and-broccoli-casserole/"><img decoding="async" width="650" height="848" data-pin-description="Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole is always a hit at dinner time. Use a rotisserie chicken to make this even easier and faster!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/Chicken-Broccoli-Casserole.jpg" alt="A delicious creamy casserole filled with chicken, cheese and broccoli. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-26567" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/Chicken-Broccoli-Casserole.jpg 650w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/Chicken-Broccoli-Casserole-230x300.jpg 230w" sizes="(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>THURSDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/beef-tips-with-mushroom-gravy/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Beef Tips with Mushroom Gravy</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/beef-tips-with-mushroom-gravy/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1781" data-pin-description="Beef Tips with Mushroom Gravy is a decadent dish perfect for Sunday dinner. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Beef-Tips-with-Mushroom-Gravy16.jpg" alt="Decadent beef tips cooked with a rich mushroom gravy." class="wp-image-41217" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Beef-Tips-with-Mushroom-Gravy16.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Beef-Tips-with-Mushroom-Gravy16-202x300.jpg 202w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Beef-Tips-with-Mushroom-Gravy16-690x1024.jpg 690w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Beef-Tips-with-Mushroom-Gravy16-768x1140.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Beef-Tips-with-Mushroom-Gravy16-1035x1536.jpg 1035w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>FRIDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/pizza-toast/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Pizza Toast</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/pizza-toast/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1800" data-pin-description="This viral Pizza Toast features sourdough bread baked with mozzarella cheese, fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil, and a rich pizza sauce. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Pizza-Toast64.jpg" alt="Sourdough pizza toast topped with melted mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil, and pizza sauce." class="wp-image-52349" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Pizza-Toast64.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Pizza-Toast64-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Pizza-Toast64-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Pizza-Toast64-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Pizza-Toast64-1024x1536.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SATURDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><em>Leftovers</em></strong></h3>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SUNDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/easy-skillet-lasagna/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Easy Skillet Lasagna</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/easy-skillet-lasagna/"><img decoding="async" width="650" height="981" data-pin-description="Easy Skillet Lasagna is a delicious lasagna made in just one skillet. Everyone will love the flavors of this simple meal. This is a family-favorite at our house!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Easy-Skillet-Lasagna.jpg" alt="Easy Skillet Lasagna is a delicious lasagna made in just one skillet with ricotta and mozzarella cheese and fresh basil. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-26751" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Easy-Skillet-Lasagna.jpg 650w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Easy-Skillet-Lasagna-199x300.jpg 199w" sizes="(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>DESSERT</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/strawberry-chocolate-pound-cake-trifle/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Strawberry Chocolate Pound Cake Trifle</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/strawberry-chocolate-pound-cake-trifle/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1798" data-pin-description="Strawberry Chocolate Pound Cake Trifle is an easy and delicious no-bake dessert. It has layers of pound cake, chocolate, whipped cream and loads of strawberries!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Strawberry-Chocolate-Pound-Cake-Trifle_new.jpg" alt="Strawberry Chocolate pound cake trifle has layers of pound cake, chocolate, whipped cream and loads of strawberries. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-26086" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Strawberry-Chocolate-Pound-Cake-Trifle_new.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Strawberry-Chocolate-Pound-Cake-Trifle_new-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Strawberry-Chocolate-Pound-Cake-Trifle_new-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Strawberry-Chocolate-Pound-Cake-Trifle_new-768x1151.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Strawberry-Chocolate-Pound-Cake-Trifle_new-1025x1536.jpg 1025w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week’s Menu Plan Monday is full of familiar weeknight meals and a sweet treat, perfect for savoring all the flavors of February. Menu Plan Monday is here to help you get through the final weeks of winter with comfort food favorites and a sweet dessert to satisfy your cravings. You’ll find plenty of slow...]]></description>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>This week’s Menu Plan Monday is full of familiar weeknight meals and a sweet treat, perfect for savoring all the flavors of February.</em></p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1500" data-pin-description="This week’s Menu Plan Monday is full of familiar weeknight meals and a sweet treat, perfect for savoring all the flavors of February." src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Menu-Plan-Monday-632.png" alt="Menu Plan Monday is a collection of family favorite recipes from dinner to dessert." class="wp-image-59687" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Menu-Plan-Monday-632.png 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Menu-Plan-Monday-632-200x300.png 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Menu-Plan-Monday-632-683x1024.png 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Menu-Plan-Monday-632-768x1152.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size">Menu Plan Monday is here to help you get through the final weeks of winter with comfort food favorites and a sweet dessert to satisfy your cravings. You’ll find plenty of slow cooker recipes and easy weeknight dinners that keep busy evenings stress-free.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>MENU PLAN MONDAY #632</strong></h2>



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<p class="has-medium-font-size">Switch up Taco Tuesday meals with this fun twist: <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/taco-french-bread-pizza/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Taco French Bread Pizza</mark></strong></a>! All your favorite taco toppings are piled onto a crispy French bread base for a baked pizza that’s bursting with flavor. This recipe is an easy weeknight dinner win!</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Craving comfort food? My <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/slow-cooker-bacon-cheeseburger-soup/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Slow Cooker Bacon Cheeseburger Soup</mark></strong></a> is packed with hearty potatoes, savory ground beef, cheese, and crispy bacon. Each spoonful is creamy and heartwarming. It’s the ultimate must-make recipe for every burger and soup lover.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Keep the Valentine’s vibes going with this week’s irresistible dessert: <strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/raspberry-cream-cake/" type="post" id="12875"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Raspberry Cream Cake</mark></a></strong>! This moist white cake is layered with luscious, whipped cream cheese and topped with a sweet raspberry glaze. The combination of creamy and fruity flavors is simply divine, making it the perfect dessert to enjoy as you wrap up the week!</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">From my kitchen to yours!<strong><em> -Holly xo</em></strong></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>MONDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/slow-cooker-chicken-and-noodles/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Slow Cooker Chicken and Noodles</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/slow-cooker-chicken-and-noodles/"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1500" data-pin-description="Slow Cooker Chicken and Noodles is one of the most simple, satisfying and comforting recipes. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Slow-Cooker-Chicken-and-Noodles26.jpg" alt="Creamy Chicken and Noodles" class="wp-image-33873" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Slow-Cooker-Chicken-and-Noodles26.jpg 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Slow-Cooker-Chicken-and-Noodles26-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Slow-Cooker-Chicken-and-Noodles26-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Slow-Cooker-Chicken-and-Noodles26-768x1152.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>TUESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/taco-french-bread-pizza/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Taco French Bread Pizza</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/taco-french-bread-pizza/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1785" data-pin-description=" Taco French Bread Pizza is simple to make and so delicious! It has all of the flavors of a taco transformed into a pizza using French bread. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Taco-French-Bread-Pizza20.jpg" alt="Taco French bread pizza has all the flavors of a taco transformed into a pizza using french bread. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-32852" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Taco-French-Bread-Pizza20.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Taco-French-Bread-Pizza20-202x300.jpg 202w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Taco-French-Bread-Pizza20-689x1024.jpg 689w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Taco-French-Bread-Pizza20-768x1142.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Taco-French-Bread-Pizza20-1033x1536.jpg 1033w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>WEDNESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/baked-parmesan-zucchini/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Baked Parmesan Zucchini</mark></a></strong></h3>



<p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>and baked chicken</strong></p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/baked-parmesan-zucchini/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1798" data-pin-description="Baked Parmesan Zucchini is freshly sliced zucchini covered in Parmesan cheese and filled with Italian flavor. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Baked-Zucchini1_new.jpg" alt="Baked zucchini covered in Parmesan cheese and full of Italian flavor. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-25864" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Baked-Zucchini1_new.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Baked-Zucchini1_new-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Baked-Zucchini1_new-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Baked-Zucchini1_new-768x1151.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Baked-Zucchini1_new-1025x1536.jpg 1025w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>THURSDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/beef-and-broccoli-ramen/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Beef and Broccoli Ramen</mark></a></strong></h3>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/beef-and-broccoli-ramen/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1800" data-pin-description="Beef and Broccoli Ramen is filled with broccoli florets, tender beef, savory sauce and ramen noodles. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Beef-and-Broccoli-Ramn_9251.jpg" alt="Ramen Noodles with Beef and Broccoli" class="wp-image-54685" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Beef-and-Broccoli-Ramn_9251.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Beef-and-Broccoli-Ramn_9251-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Beef-and-Broccoli-Ramn_9251-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Beef-and-Broccoli-Ramn_9251-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Beef-and-Broccoli-Ramn_9251-1024x1536.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>FRIDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-alfredo-pasta-bake/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake</mark></a></strong></h3>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-alfredo-pasta-bake/"><img decoding="async" width="1080" height="1556" data-pin-description="Dinner has never been easier thanks to this Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake. It’s so simple to throw together, tastes amazing, and will definitely become a family favorite." src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Chicken-Alfredo-Pasta-Bake.jpg" alt="chicken alfredo pasta bake" class="wp-image-11119" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Chicken-Alfredo-Pasta-Bake.jpg 1080w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Chicken-Alfredo-Pasta-Bake-208x300.jpg 208w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Chicken-Alfredo-Pasta-Bake-768x1106.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Chicken-Alfredo-Pasta-Bake-711x1024.jpg 711w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Chicken-Alfredo-Pasta-Bake-347x500.jpg 347w" sizes="(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SATURDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><em>Kitchen&#8217;s Closed</em></strong></h3>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SUNDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/slow-cooker-bacon-cheeseburger-soup/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Slow Cooker Bacon Cheeseburger Soup</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/slow-cooker-bacon-cheeseburger-soup/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1724" data-pin-description="Slow Cooker Bacon Cheeseburger Soup is loaded with potatoes, ground beef, cheese and of course bacon! This amazing soup is full of flavor and every soup lovers dream! " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Slow-Cooker-Bacon-Cheeseburger-Soup12.jpg" alt="Bacon Cheeseburger soup is slow cooked soup loaded with potatoes, ground beef, cheese and bacon. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-29182" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Slow-Cooker-Bacon-Cheeseburger-Soup12.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Slow-Cooker-Bacon-Cheeseburger-Soup12-209x300.jpg 209w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Slow-Cooker-Bacon-Cheeseburger-Soup12-713x1024.jpg 713w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Slow-Cooker-Bacon-Cheeseburger-Soup12-768x1103.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Slow-Cooker-Bacon-Cheeseburger-Soup12-1069x1536.jpg 1069w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>DESSERT</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/raspberry-cream-cake/" type="post" id="12875"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Raspberry Cream Cake</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/raspberry-cream-cake/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1665" data-pin-description="Soft and chewy Red Velvet Cookies with White Chocolate Chips through out. Leave these for Santa on Christmas Eve and he may just leave you an extra present!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Raspberry-Cream-Cake-1.jpg" alt="Raspberry Cream Cake is a moist and delicious white cake with a whipped cream cheese layer and raspberry glaze topping. These wonderful flavors together are amazing!" class="wp-image-23918" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Raspberry-Cream-Cake-1.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Raspberry-Cream-Cake-1-216x300.jpg 216w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Raspberry-Cream-Cake-1-738x1024.jpg 738w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Raspberry-Cream-Cake-1-768x1066.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Raspberry-Cream-Cake-1-1107x1536.jpg 1107w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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					<description><![CDATA[Make Valentine’s week extra special with romantic dinners, easy date-night meals, and a delicious Valentine’s Day-themed dessert. This week’s menu is full of comforting, crave-worthy dishes made to be shared. Perfect for cozy Valentine’s dinners at home or fun Galentine’s get-togethers, this Menu Plan Monday features easy, feel-good meals and a sweet dessert everyone will...]]></description>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Make Valentine’s week extra special with romantic dinners, easy date-night meals, and a delicious Valentine’s Day-themed dessert.</em></p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1500" data-pin-description="Make Valentine’s week extra special with romantic dinners, easy date-night meals, and a delicious Valentine’s Day-themed dessert." src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Menu-Plan-Monday-631.png" alt="Menu Plan Monday is a collection of family favorite recipes from dinner to dessert." class="wp-image-59617" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Menu-Plan-Monday-631.png 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Menu-Plan-Monday-631-200x300.png 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Menu-Plan-Monday-631-683x1024.png 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Menu-Plan-Monday-631-768x1152.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size">This week’s menu is full of comforting, crave-worthy dishes made to be shared. Perfect for cozy Valentine’s dinners at home or fun Galentine’s get-togethers, this Menu Plan Monday features easy, feel-good meals and a sweet dessert everyone will love!</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Nothing says date night better than a romantic pasta dinner. This <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/tortellini-alfredo/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Tortellini Alfredo</mark></strong></a> pairs cheese-filled tortellini with rich, homemade Alfredo sauce and comes together quickly. It&#8217;s terrific for an intimate dinner for two or easily scaled up for a larger Valentine’s celebration, this creamy and homemade pasta is a great weeknight or weekend meal.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Skip the pricey steakhouse and create a romantic atmosphere at home. These <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/lemon-garlic-steak-bites/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Lemon Garlic Steak Bites</mark></strong></a> are a date-night dinner win, with tender flat iron steak tossed in a zesty lemon-garlic marinade and seared to perfection.&nbsp;</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">If you love chocolate-dipped strawberries, this dessert brings together two Valentine’s Day classics in one treat. These <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chocolate-cupcakes-with-strawberry-frosting/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Chocolate Cupcakes with Strawberry Frosting</mark></strong></a> are indulgent, festive, and made for celebrating the day of love. Make them for a stunning party dessert and top with sprinkles! Find more Valentine’s Day-themed desserts <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/#search/q=valentines%20day"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">here</mark></strong></a>.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">From my kitchen to yours! <strong><em>-Holly xo</em></strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Do you enjoy my recipes? I would be thrilled if you wrote a review on a recipe you love—it helps me (and other foodies) so much. Thank you! </em>☺️</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>💘 VALENTINE&#8217;S WEEK </strong>💘</h2>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>MONDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/cream-cheese-lasagna/" type="post" id="10474"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color"><strong>Cream Cheese Lasagna</strong></mark></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/cream-cheese-lasagna/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1710" data-pin-description="Crispy Chicken Egg Rolls with a homemade sweet and sour sauce. You won&amp;#039;t need takeout anymore when you have this amazing recipe!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Cream-Cheese-Lasagna3.jpg" alt="This Cream Cheese Lasagna is made with an easy homemade tomato sauce and loaded with cheese. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-29365" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Cream-Cheese-Lasagna3.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Cream-Cheese-Lasagna3-211x300.jpg 211w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Cream-Cheese-Lasagna3-719x1024.jpg 719w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Cream-Cheese-Lasagna3-768x1094.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Cream-Cheese-Lasagna3-1078x1536.jpg 1078w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>TUESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/poppy-seed-chicken-casserole/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole</mark></a></strong></h3>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/poppy-seed-chicken-casserole/"><img decoding="async" width="650" height="929" data-pin-description="Poppyseed Chicken Casserole is a creamy chicken dish with a buttery cracker topping. Serve it with a green salad for one incredible meal!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Poppy-Seed-Chicken-Casserole2_new.jpg" alt="Poppyseed chicken casserole is a creamy casserole with a delicious cracker topping. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-24773" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Poppy-Seed-Chicken-Casserole2_new.jpg 650w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Poppy-Seed-Chicken-Casserole2_new-210x300.jpg 210w" sizes="(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>WEDNESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/one-pan-balsamic-chicken-veggies/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color"><strong>One Pan Balsamic Chicken and Veggies</strong></mark></a></h3>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/one-pan-balsamic-chicken-veggies/"><img decoding="async" width="650" height="974" data-pin-description="A heavenly glaze coats this ONE PAN BALSAMIC CHICKEN AND VEGGIES meal. This dish is packed with flavor and it&amp;#039;s good for you! " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/One-Pan-Balsamic-Chicken-Veggies_new.jpg" alt="Balsamic chicken and veggies is a delicious meal all made in one pan with balsamic vinegar and honey creating a flavorful glaze. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-23767" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/One-Pan-Balsamic-Chicken-Veggies_new.jpg 650w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/One-Pan-Balsamic-Chicken-Veggies_new-200x300.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>THURSDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/italian-herb-roasted-chicken/" type="post" id="28057"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color"><strong>Italian Herb Roasted Chicken</strong></mark></a></h3>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/italian-herb-roasted-chicken/"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1461" data-pin-description="This Slow Cooker Beef Barley Soup is so perfectly comforting! You will fall in love with the tasty beef chunks and bits of barley in every bite. This soup is also loaded with vegetables!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Italian-Herb-Roasted-Chicken.jpg" alt="Tender chicken breasts that are coated in Italian seasonings roasted in the oven. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-28059" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Italian-Herb-Roasted-Chicken.jpg 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Italian-Herb-Roasted-Chicken-205x300.jpg 205w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Italian-Herb-Roasted-Chicken-701x1024.jpg 701w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Italian-Herb-Roasted-Chicken-768x1122.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>FRIDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/tortellini-alfredo/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color"><strong>Tortellini Alfredo</strong></mark></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/tortellini-alfredo/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1798" data-pin-description="Tortellini Alfredo has rich and creamy Alfredo sauce poured over cheese-filled tortellini! This amazing recipe takes hardly any time to make!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Tortellini-Alfredo500.jpg" alt="Tortellini with Alfredo Sauce" class="wp-image-30999" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Tortellini-Alfredo500.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Tortellini-Alfredo500-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Tortellini-Alfredo500-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Tortellini-Alfredo500-768x1151.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Tortellini-Alfredo500-1025x1536.jpg 1025w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SATURDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><em>Kitchen&#8217;s Closed</em></strong></h3>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SUNDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/lemon-garlic-steak-bites/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color"><strong>Lemon Garlic Steak Bites</strong></mark></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/lemon-garlic-steak-bites/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1759" data-pin-description="Lemon Garlic Steak Bites are tender and juicy pieces of steak full of zesty lemon and garlic flavors. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Lemon-Steak-Bites110.jpg" alt="Lemon Garlic Steak Bites are tender and juicy pieces of steak packed with lemon and garlic flavors. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-38172" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Lemon-Steak-Bites110.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Lemon-Steak-Bites110-205x300.jpg 205w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Lemon-Steak-Bites110-699x1024.jpg 699w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Lemon-Steak-Bites110-768x1126.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Lemon-Steak-Bites110-1048x1536.jpg 1048w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>DESSERT</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chocolate-cupcakes-with-strawberry-frosting/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color"><strong>Chocolate Cupcakes with Strawberry Frosting</strong></mark></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chocolate-cupcakes-with-strawberry-frosting/"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1418" data-pin-description="These Chocolate Cupcakes with Strawberry Frosting make for the ultimate chocolate dessert. These cupcakes are topped with a delicious strawberry frosting made with fresh strawberries!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Chocolate-Cupcakes-with-Strawberry-Frosting3.jpg" alt="Chocolate Cupcakes topped with fresh strawberry frosting. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-24110" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Chocolate-Cupcakes-with-Strawberry-Frosting3.jpg 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Chocolate-Cupcakes-with-Strawberry-Frosting3-212x300.jpg 212w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Chocolate-Cupcakes-with-Strawberry-Frosting3-722x1024.jpg 722w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Chocolate-Cupcakes-with-Strawberry-Frosting3-768x1089.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></figure>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[This Super Bowl Sunday Menu Plan Monday is filled with savory party appetizers and easy game day snacks that make hosting effortless and fun! Happy February! This week’s Menu Plan Monday is packed with the ultimate Super Bowl Sunday spread, everything from loaded chicken nachos, cheesy taco bites, cheeseburgers, sticky game day wings, and ultra-fudgey...]]></description>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>This Super Bowl Sunday Menu Plan Monday is filled with savory party appetizers and easy game day snacks that make hosting effortless and fun!</em></p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1500" data-pin-description="This Super Bowl Sunday Menu Plan Monday is filled with savory party appetizers and easy game day snacks that make hosting effortless and fun!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Menu-Plan-Monday-630.png" alt="Menu Plan Monday is a collection of family favorite recipes from dinner to dessert." class="wp-image-59596" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Menu-Plan-Monday-630.png 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Menu-Plan-Monday-630-200x300.png 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Menu-Plan-Monday-630-683x1024.png 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Menu-Plan-Monday-630-768x1152.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size">Happy February! This week’s Menu Plan Monday is packed with the ultimate Super Bowl Sunday spread, everything from loaded chicken nachos, cheesy taco bites, cheeseburgers, sticky game day wings, and ultra-fudgey sheet cake cookies. No matter which team you’re rooting for, these party appetizers are all winners! 🏈</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">These <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/bacon-cheeseburger-sliders/" type="post" id="37817"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders</mark></strong></a> pack all the flavor of a classic American burger into perfect bite-sized portions, great for all ages. Dress them up or keep them simple for an iconic party appetizer. If you’re a burger or fry-sauce lover, my <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/utah-fry-sauce/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Utah Fry Sauce</mark></strong></a> is the perfect pairing for these mini sliders.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">It isn’t a real Super Bowl Sunday without wings, and these <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wingers-sticky-fingers/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Winger’s Sticky Chicken Fingers</mark></strong></a> are a must-make. Inspired by the beloved Southern Utah Winger’s diner, the sauce is so good you’ll want to drink it. I’m not even kidding. Serve these sticky wings with fries, a crisp salad, or your favorite party apps for a tangy, flavor-packed main dish.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Need a sweet treat to enjoy after your game day grub? These <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/texas-sheet-cake-cookies/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Texas Sheet Cake Cookies</mark></strong></a> come together in under 30 minutes and take inspiration from the classic Southern Texas Sheet Cake. They’re soft, moist, and fudgy, then finished with a delectable chocolate icing. Craving more? Find additional Texas Sheet Cake–inspired desserts <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/#search/q=texas%20sheet%20cake"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">here</mark></strong></a>.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Stay tuned for my Valentine’s Day menu coming next week! ❤️</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">From my kitchen to yours! <strong><em>-Holly xo</em></strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Do you enjoy my recipes? I would be thrilled if you wrote a review on a recipe you love—it helps me (and other foodies) so much. Thank you!&nbsp;</em>☺️</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>🏈 THE ULTIMATE SUPER BOWL SUNDAY SPREAD 🏈</strong></h2>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>MONDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/bbq-chicken-nachos/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">BBQ Chicken Nachos</mark></strong></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/bbq-chicken-nachos/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1800" data-pin-description="BBQ Chicken Nachos are piled high with shredded chicken, smoky barbecue sauce, Mozzarella cheese, cheddar cheese, and more! " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/BBQ-Chicken-Nachos56.jpg" alt="Nachos with barbecue sauce" class="wp-image-47392" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/BBQ-Chicken-Nachos56.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/BBQ-Chicken-Nachos56-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/BBQ-Chicken-Nachos56-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/BBQ-Chicken-Nachos56-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/BBQ-Chicken-Nachos56-1024x1536.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>TUESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/taco-bites/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Taco Bites</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/taco-bites/"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1427" data-pin-description="Taco Bites are just as flavorful as a regular taco all brought together into one bite. These are a perfect appetizer to serve at your next party or on game day!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Taco-Bites102.jpg" alt="Taco Bites are small tortilla chips topped with taco meat and toppings." class="wp-image-30827" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Taco-Bites102.jpg 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Taco-Bites102-210x300.jpg 210w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Taco-Bites102-718x1024.jpg 718w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Taco-Bites102-768x1096.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>WEDNESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/loaded-totchos/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Loaded Totchos</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/loaded-totchos/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1673" data-pin-description="Loaded Totchos are crispy tater tots are loaded with crispy bacon, Colby-Jack cheese, and spicy fry sauce. You can also add any extra toppings you enjoy." src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Loaded-Totchos1.jpg" alt="Loaded tater tot nachos" class="wp-image-35561" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Loaded-Totchos1.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Loaded-Totchos1-215x300.jpg 215w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Loaded-Totchos1-735x1024.jpg 735w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Loaded-Totchos1-768x1071.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Loaded-Totchos1-1102x1536.jpg 1102w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>THURSDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/bacon-cheeseburger-sliders/" type="post" id="37817"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/bacon-cheeseburger-sliders/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1743" data-pin-description="Cheeseburger Sliders are miniature cheeseburgers with a super easy method on how to prepare them. These are so delicious and perfect for parties, holidays and more!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Bacon-Cheeseburger-Sliders140.jpg" alt="Cheeseburger Sliders with Bacon" class="wp-image-38041" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Bacon-Cheeseburger-Sliders140.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Bacon-Cheeseburger-Sliders140-207x300.jpg 207w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Bacon-Cheeseburger-Sliders140-705x1024.jpg 705w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Bacon-Cheeseburger-Sliders140-768x1116.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Bacon-Cheeseburger-Sliders140-1058x1536.jpg 1058w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>FRIDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/supreme-pizza-casserole/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Supreme Pizza Casserole</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/supreme-pizza-casserole/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1719" data-pin-description="Supreme Pizza Casserole is loaded with all your favorite supreme pizza toppings! " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Supreme-Pizza-Casserole6.jpg" alt="Pizza Pasta Casserole" class="wp-image-32398" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Supreme-Pizza-Casserole6.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Supreme-Pizza-Casserole6-209x300.jpg 209w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Supreme-Pizza-Casserole6-715x1024.jpg 715w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Supreme-Pizza-Casserole6-768x1100.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Supreme-Pizza-Casserole6-1073x1536.jpg 1073w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SATURDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><em>Kitchen&#8217;s Closed</em></strong></h3>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SUNDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wingers-sticky-fingers/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Copycat Winger&#8217;s Sticky Chicken Fingers</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wingers-sticky-fingers/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1757" data-pin-description="These Copycat Winger&amp;#039;s Sticky Fingers are crispy chicken fingers coated in a sweet and spicy glaze. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Wingers-Sticky-Chicken-Fingers35.jpg" alt="Sticky Chicken Fingers are crispy chicken tenders coated in a sweet and spicy glaze. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-32430" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Wingers-Sticky-Chicken-Fingers35.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Wingers-Sticky-Chicken-Fingers35-205x300.jpg 205w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Wingers-Sticky-Chicken-Fingers35-700x1024.jpg 700w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Wingers-Sticky-Chicken-Fingers35-768x1124.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Wingers-Sticky-Chicken-Fingers35-1049x1536.jpg 1049w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>DESSERT</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/texas-sheet-cake-cookies/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Texas Sheet Cake Cookies</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/texas-sheet-cake-cookies/"><img decoding="async" width="800" height="1160" data-pin-description="Texas Sheet Cake Cookies are delicious fudgy cookies with chocolate icing. This recipe captures all the flavors of the classic cake but transforms it into convenient, bite-sized cookies!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Texas-Sheet-Cake-Cookies12.jpg" alt="Chocolate Sheet Cake Cookies" class="wp-image-43495" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Texas-Sheet-Cake-Cookies12.jpg 800w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Texas-Sheet-Cake-Cookies12-207x300.jpg 207w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Texas-Sheet-Cake-Cookies12-706x1024.jpg 706w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Texas-Sheet-Cake-Cookies12-768x1114.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></a></figure>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Make mealtime stress-free with Menu Plan Monday! Enjoy easy recipes and meal prep ideas to fuel your week with delicious dinners and lunches. As January winds down, we’re wrapping up the first month of the year with a mix of timeless classics and favorites. This week’s Menu Plan Monday features a comforting variety of well-balanced...]]></description>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Make mealtime stress-free with Menu Plan Monday! Enjoy easy recipes and meal prep ideas to fuel your week with delicious dinners and lunches.</em></p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="1500" data-pin-description="Make mealtime stress-free with Menu Plan Monday! Enjoy easy, healthy recipes and meal prep ideas to fuel your week with delicious dinners and lunches." src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Menu-Plan-Monday-629.png" alt="Menu Plan Monday is a collection of family favorite recipes from dinner to dessert." class="wp-image-59139" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Menu-Plan-Monday-629.png 1000w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Menu-Plan-Monday-629-200x300.png 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Menu-Plan-Monday-629-683x1024.png 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Menu-Plan-Monday-629-768x1152.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size">As January winds down, we’re wrapping up the first month of the year with a mix of timeless classics and favorites. This week’s Menu Plan Monday features a comforting variety of well-balanced meals, perfect for any mood or day of the week.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">The holidays may be over, but you can still enjoy the flavors of the season year-round. This <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-stuffing-bake/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Chicken &amp; Stuffing Bake</mark></strong></a> makes for a delicious weeknight meal. Layers of seasoned chicken, creamy soup, and stuffing all come together in this hearty dinner.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Raise your hand if you love a slow-cooked dinner. There is truly nothing better than coming home after a long day of work to have your house smelling amazing and dinner ready to go. Let the slow-cooker do the work and get your protein in with these <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/crock-pot-shredded-beef-tacos/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Crock Pot Shredded Beef Tacos</mark></strong></a>. We love to make these for Taco Tuesday, but you can enjoy them any day of the week.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Inspired by the beloved Little Debbie Cosmic Brownies many of us grew up loving, these <a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/cosmic-brownie-cookies/"><strong><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Cosmic Brownie Cookies</mark></strong></a> are seriously out of this world. 🚀 They start with a soft, chewy brownie-cookie base and chocolate ganache topping. It’s the perfect mashup of a brownie and a cookie, loaded with deep chocolate flavor and topped with colorful candy-coated chocolate chips.</p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">From my kitchen to yours! <strong><em>-Holly xo</em></strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><em>Do you enjoy my recipes? I would be thrilled if you wrote a review on a recipe you love—it helps me (and other foodies) so much. Thank you!&nbsp;</em>☺️</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>MONDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-stuffing-bake/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color"><strong>Chicken &amp; Stuffing Bake</strong></mark></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-stuffing-bake/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1798" data-pin-description="Layers of seasoned chicken, creamy soup and stuffing all come together in this delicious Chicken and Stuffing Bake! " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Chicken-Stuffing-Bake50.jpg" alt="Chicken Stuffing Bake has layers of seasoned chicken, creamy soup and stuffing. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-35012" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Chicken-Stuffing-Bake50.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Chicken-Stuffing-Bake50-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Chicken-Stuffing-Bake50-684x1024.jpg 684w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Chicken-Stuffing-Bake50-768x1151.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Chicken-Stuffing-Bake50-1025x1536.jpg 1025w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>TUESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/crock-pot-shredded-beef-tacos/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color"><strong>Crock Pot Shredded Beef Tacos</strong></mark></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/crock-pot-shredded-beef-tacos/"><img decoding="async" width="960" height="1502" data-pin-description="Crock Pot Shredded Beef Tacos are easy to make and absolutely delicious. The shredded beef slow cooks all day in the crock pot, so you don&amp;#039;t have to worry about it until dinner time!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Crock-Pot-Shredded-Beef-Tacos25.jpg" alt="Delicious tacos made with tender, slow cooked shredded beef. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-29814" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Crock-Pot-Shredded-Beef-Tacos25.jpg 960w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Crock-Pot-Shredded-Beef-Tacos25-192x300.jpg 192w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Crock-Pot-Shredded-Beef-Tacos25-654x1024.jpg 654w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Crock-Pot-Shredded-Beef-Tacos25-768x1202.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>WEDNESDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/skinny-fettuccine-alfredo/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color"><strong>Skinny Fettuccine Alfredo</strong></mark></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/skinny-fettuccine-alfredo/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1596" data-pin-description="This Skinny Fettuccine Alfredo is rich and creamy but without the extra fat and calories like original Alfredo sauce. Make this for your family and they will thank you for it!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Skinny-Fettuccine-Alfredo_new1_cropped.jpg" alt="Fettuccine Alfredo" class="wp-image-17434" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Skinny-Fettuccine-Alfredo_new1_cropped.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Skinny-Fettuccine-Alfredo_new1_cropped-359x478.jpg 359w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Skinny-Fettuccine-Alfredo_new1_cropped-226x300.jpg 226w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Skinny-Fettuccine-Alfredo_new1_cropped-770x1024.jpg 770w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Skinny-Fettuccine-Alfredo_new1_cropped-768x1021.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Skinny-Fettuccine-Alfredo_new1_cropped-1155x1536.jpg 1155w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>THURSDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/cream-cheese-beef-enchiladas/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color"><strong>Cream Cheese Beef Enchiladas</strong></mark></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/cream-cheese-beef-enchiladas/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1726" data-pin-description="Cream Cheese Beef Enchiladas are requested for dinner often by my family. They are incredibly easy to make and have all those amazing Mexican flavors!" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Cream-Cheese-Beef-Enchiladas1_new.jpg" alt="Cream Cheese Beef Enchiladas are delicious, creamy enchiladas filled with beef and cream cheese that are full of Mexican flavor. Life-in-the-Lofthouse.com" class="wp-image-22313" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Cream-Cheese-Beef-Enchiladas1_new.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Cream-Cheese-Beef-Enchiladas1_new-209x300.jpg 209w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Cream-Cheese-Beef-Enchiladas1_new-712x1024.jpg 712w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Cream-Cheese-Beef-Enchiladas1_new-768x1105.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Cream-Cheese-Beef-Enchiladas1_new-1068x1536.jpg 1068w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>FRIDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/pepperoni-pizza-pasta-salad/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color"><strong>Pepperoni Pizza Pasta Salad</strong></mark></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/pepperoni-pizza-pasta-salad/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1602" data-pin-description="Tender pasta, zesty pepperoni and Italian dressing come together to create this Pepperoni Pizza Pasta Salad. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Pepperoni-Pizza-Pasta-Salad322.jpg" alt="Tender pasta, zesty pepperoni and Italian dressing come together to create this Pepperoni Pizza Pasta Salad. Enjoy the perfect potluck or barbecue side dish that has all of the delicious flavors of pizza!" class="wp-image-38215" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Pepperoni-Pizza-Pasta-Salad322.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Pepperoni-Pizza-Pasta-Salad322-225x300.jpg 225w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Pepperoni-Pizza-Pasta-Salad322-767x1024.jpg 767w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Pepperoni-Pizza-Pasta-Salad322-768x1025.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Pepperoni-Pizza-Pasta-Salad322-1151x1536.jpg 1151w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SATURDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><em>Leftovers</em></strong></h3>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>SUNDAY</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/creamy-sausage-tortellini-soup/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color"><strong>Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup</strong></mark></a></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/creamy-sausage-tortellini-soup/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1800" data-pin-description="Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup is loaded with cheese filled tortellini and savory sausage in a creamy tomato broth. " src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Creamy-Sausage-Tortellini-Soup22.jpg" alt="Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup" class="wp-image-40980" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Creamy-Sausage-Tortellini-Soup22.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Creamy-Sausage-Tortellini-Soup22-200x300.jpg 200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Creamy-Sausage-Tortellini-Soup22-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Creamy-Sausage-Tortellini-Soup22-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Creamy-Sausage-Tortellini-Soup22-1024x1536.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>DESSERT</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/cosmic-brownie-cookies/"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Cosmic Brownie Cookies</mark></a></strong></h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/cosmic-brownie-cookies/"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1759" data-pin-description="Cosmic Brownie Cookies" src="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Cosmic-Brownie-Cookies28.jpg" alt="Cosmic Brownie Cookies with Ganache Topping" class="wp-image-51477" srcset="https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Cosmic-Brownie-Cookies28.jpg 1200w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Cosmic-Brownie-Cookies28-205x300.jpg 205w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Cosmic-Brownie-Cookies28-699x1024.jpg 699w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Cosmic-Brownie-Cookies28-768x1126.jpg 768w, https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Cosmic-Brownie-Cookies28-1048x1536.jpg 1048w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></figure>
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