That’s a soul-satisfying trio right there! Here’s a cozy, flavor-packed menu featuring Roast, Mixed Greens, and Baked Mac & Cheese—perfect for a weekend dinner or a comforting get-together 🍽️✨
🍖 Herb-Crusted Roast (Beef or Lamb)
Ingredients:
- 2–3 lb beef chuck roast or lamb shoulder
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tbsp thyme
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup beef broth or red wine
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix garlic, herbs, salt, pepper, and olive oil into a paste.
- Rub roast generously and sear in a hot pan until browned.
- Place in a roasting pan, add broth/wine, cover with foil.
- Roast for 2–2.5 hours until tender. Rest before slicing.
🥗 Mixed Greens with Citrus Vinaigrette
Ingredients:
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, romaine)
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 orange, segmented
- ¼ cup walnuts or almonds (optional)
Dressing:
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp orange juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Whisk dressing ingredients until emulsified.
- Toss greens with toppings and drizzle with vinaigrette.
🧀 Baked Mac & Cheese
Ingredients:
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar (plus ½ cup for topping)
- Salt, pepper, pinch of nutmeg
Instructions:
- Cook pasta until al dente.
- In a saucepan, melt butter, stir in flour to make a roux.
- Slowly whisk in milk, cook until thickened.
- Stir in cheese, season, then mix with pasta.
- Pour into baking dish, top with extra cheese.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
