Midweek Menu Meal Plan

This week’s Midweek Menu is designed for anyone craving flavor and simplicity. It includes recipes perfect for an outdoor or indoor “cookout” that’s easy to make any time of the year!

Welcome back! This week, I’ve got a fantastic lineup of recipes that I think you will love—my family sure does. Whether planning a backyard BBQ or just looking to spice up dinner, these dishes will surely hit the spot.

Main Attraction: Barbecued Hot Dogs

Juicy, smoky, and perfectly grilled, they’re a must-have for any summer gathering.

Side Kick: Southern Fried Corn

Sweet corn kernels sautéed to golden perfection with a hint of butter and seasoning. It’s comfort food at its finest!

Healthy Twist: Caprese Salad

Fresh tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil are tossed with a drizzle of balsamic glaze. This vibrant dish is as beautiful as it is delicious.

Sweet Finish: Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

And finally, no meal is complete without a sweet treat. My Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is moist, decadent, and packed with ripe bananas and chocolatey goodness. It’s perfect for dessert or a delightful afternoon snack.

Grilled Barbecued Hot Dogs

Made with yummy beef hot dogs and kicked-up store-bought barbecue sauce, these Grilled Barbecued Hot Dogs are the ultimate cookout recipe!

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Southern Fried Corn made in a cast iron skillet with butter, a little bacon grease, salt and pepper.

Southern Fried Corn Recipe

Buttery, Fried Corn is a classic Southern side dish that's a pure delight. It's simple, made in minutes with fresh corn, and is destined to shoot to the top of the list of your favorite recipes after the first time you make it!

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Garden fresh tomatoes and herbs tossed with mozzarella, along with basil in a two ingredient dressing of olive oil and balsamic vinegar might just be the most simple, most delicious salad ever!

Super Simple Caprese Salad

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Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

This Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is tender, super-moist, and incredibly delicious! It’s an easy-to-make recipe full of bananas and chocolate chips with an added sprinkle of pecans, making it the ideal quick bread for breakfast, brunch, an afternoon snack, or dessert.

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