Menu: July 2-15

My littlest, Miss S, turns the big "1" today, but we aren't celebrating till Tuesday. It's also America's birthday so we will be celebrating 2 days in a row. :o) I've decided to do a 2-week menu as things are going to be a bit hectic with several fittings and 3 wedding pickups in these next 2 weeks.

Week 1 (July 2-8)

• Penne rosa with chicken sausage, baby carrots, side salad, and dinner rolls
• Grilled cheese sandwiches with variety of "extras" (pepperoni, ham, bacon, tomato slices, etc.), potato wedges, baked sweet potatoes, fruit & jello salad, and birthday cake ala mode
• Independence Day - Burgers, fruit salad, and corn on the cob
• Layered Torellini Pesto Chicken Salad
• Subs and fresh fruit

Week 1 (July 9-15) - only 4 meals this week as it's just me and the kids most of the week so we'll be doing leftovers more often.

• Pasta Primavera, side salad, and French bread 
• Grilled chicken bruschetta over pasta with steamed broccoli
• Pepperoni pizza rolls, salad, and fresh fruit
• Spiedini Hoagies with Caprese Relish (this is at the request of Jared), veggie tray, and  squash chips

I won't be planning a menu next week as I will be taking a menu-planning vacation to spend some time with my family, which is much needed after the craziness of the last few weeks. For some ideas, you can always check out the master list. 

Your turn: What are some quick, simple summer recipes that your family enjoys during these hot summer days?