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Pre-planned Family Dinners Recipes to Expand Your Sunday Dining Experience With Your Whole Family

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  • The Best Beef Stroganoff Ever

    The Best Beef Stroganoff Ever

    Try this elegant meal to prepare for your family that will be hearty and delicious!  This is a favorite… [more]

    The Best Beef Stroganoff Ever
  • Braised Chicken Thighs with Lemons & Olives

    Braised Chicken Thighs with Lemons & Olives

    If you are looking for something different for Sunday dinner this week, give this exciting dish a try. … [more]

    Braised Chicken Thighs with Lemons & Olives
  • Chicken Enchilada Casserole – Mexican Lasagna

    Chicken Enchilada Casserole – Mexican Lasagna

    This is an easy and fast dinner for Sunday Night.  If you have never tried a recipe from this site,… [more]

    Chicken Enchilada Casserole - Mexican Lasagna
  • Greek Pasta Salad with Mint and Feta Cheese

    Greek Pasta Salad with Mint and Feta Cheese

    Popping with flavor is the only way to describe this delicious Greek Pasta Salad.  It VERY EASY to prepare.… [more]

    Greek Pasta Salad with Mint and Feta Cheese
  • Beef Enchilada Casserole – Mexican Lasagna!

    Beef Enchilada Casserole – Mexican Lasagna!

    Check out our recipe for Chicken Enchilada Casserole here.  Living in Texas, we have grown to LOVE Tex-Mex… [more]

    Beef Enchilada Casserole - Mexican Lasagna!
  • Krispy Beef Tacos

    Krispy Beef Tacos

    OK, even if you have never had a minimum wage job making tacos at Taco Bell, you can still please your… [more]

    Krispy Beef Tacos
  • Pineapple Glazed Ham with Brown Sugar

    Pineapple Glazed Ham with Brown Sugar

    Many families associate roasted ham with the premier Christian holidays, Christmas and Easter.  When… [more]

    Pineapple Glazed Ham with Brown Sugar
  • Poached Ruby Rainbow Trout

    Poached Ruby Rainbow Trout

    Four and a half minutes!  That is all the time it takes to cook this delicious fish after you prepare… [more]

    Poached Ruby Rainbow Trout
  • Wonderful Oxtail Stew

    Wonderful Oxtail Stew

    Oxtail Stew is considered a delicacy in many countries such as Italy and Germany, but is also considered… [more]

    Wonderful Oxtail Stew
  • July 23 – BBQ Dinosaur Ribs

    July 23 – BBQ Dinosaur Ribs

    Grandkids love the variety of meals that we test for 52SundayDinners.com.  When the answer to "Papa,… [more]

    July 23 - BBQ Dinosaur Ribs
  • July 9 – Crock Pot Pork Chops

    July 9 – Crock Pot Pork Chops

    Prepare this super easy meal in 5 minutes before Sunday church and you will have the afternoon off. … [more]

    July 9 - Crock Pot Pork Chops
  • Lemon Cilantro Chicken

    Lemon Cilantro Chicken

    If you are a fan of the comedy series Everybody Loves Raymond, you'll remember in one of the first episodes… [more]

    Lemon Cilantro Chicken
  • Italian Wedding Soup

    Italian Wedding Soup

    Italian Wedding Soup has an odd history.  I was introduced to it by our daughter, Kate Newberry.  Although… [more]

    Italian Wedding Soup
  • Pesto Pasta with Grilled Chicken

    Pesto Pasta with Grilled Chicken

    Basil is the classic Italian herb.  My grandmother, Nana Sarullo, used it often in her pasta sauces. … [more]

    Pesto Pasta with Grilled Chicken
  • May 15 – Swiss Chard Pasta Salad

    May 15 – Swiss Chard Pasta Salad

    How about something light and fun for dinner this Sunday?  Stir up a Tupperware(R) container of this… [more]

    May 15 - Swiss Chard Pasta Salad

Featured Dinners

PAST MEALS

Smothered Beef Roast or 7 Steak

Oh Boy! You will love the rich flavor of … [More...]

One Pot Louisiana Jambalaya

Wow! I never think of Jambalaya without … [More...]

Chicken Legs, Chicken Legs – Everyone Loves ‘Em

This week we have more of a suggestion for … [More...]

Shepherd’s Pie / Cottage Pie

This is a "Stick to your ribs" comfort … [More...]

Coriander Chicken on The Grill

When the weather turn nice, we turn to the … [More...]

UPCOMING SUNDAY DINNERS

July 24 – Clam Chowder, or Shrimp, Chicken, or Fish Chowder

This easy basic chowder recipe can be used with … [More...]

SALADS

May 15 – Swiss Chard Pasta Salad

How about something light and fun for dinner this Sunday?  Stir up a Tupperware(R) container of this delicious Swiss Chard Pasta Salad, a cooler full of soft drinks and head to the park, the beach or the local fishing hole and make fun your first priority.  Eating can be a minor agenda item.  If you […]

Tabouleh Salad – Greek Taboulleh

I prepare a salad for practically every Sunday Dinner of the year.   Often it is a variation of a green tossed salad.  See navigation tab above.  This Greek Tabouleh Salad is always well received and is appreciate with any Middle Eastern meal.  It is busting with the simple flavors of olive oil, mint and […]

Rainbow Swiss Chard Salad

Wow! This Rainbow Swiss Chard will become a regular at our table.  Although Swiss Chard is usually cooked like greens, this salad is very delicious.  Everyone loved it the first time I prepared it.  You may prepare it a few hours in advance as long as the avocados are pretty firm.  This is a very […]

Cilantro Lime Slaw

Prepare this Cilantro Lime Slaw to complement your Southwestern dish.  It is a little tart, compared to most slaws, but will wake up your taste buds! Ingredients 1 Large Head – Cabbage, sliced on a mandolin at the thinnest setting. 1/6 Head – Purple Cabbage, sliced on a mandolin at the thinnest setting. 1 Bunch […]

Tomato Cucumber Salad

This is a very simple salad that remains a staple at our home.  It works well with almost ANY meal. Ingredients 4 – Large Tomatoes, Diced into large pieces 2 – Cucumbers, Diced into large pieces 1 – Small Onion, Sliced. 1.5 Tablespoons – Italian Salad Dressing.  You may use your favorite Italian Dressing or […]

The Whatever You Have Salad

So, you’re preparing your favorite entree tonight and your forgot lettuce for your salad.  No problem. Ingredients Chop whatever fresh vegetables you have handy.  You can use: Broccoli Onions Bell Pepper Carrots Celery Tomatoes Cucumber Cauliflower Asparagus Black Olives Green Olives And Even Cheese Preparation Simply combine chopped ingredients in a serving bowl and add […]

Side Dishes

Papa’s Famous Bread Recipe

My Dad is a great cook and bread is his specialty.  His bread recipe has evolved after years of experimenting and testing.  This recipe is what he has determined to be the best tasting combination of ingredients and preparation.  He uses this same recipe, without variation, for bread, pizza dough, ornamental bread, on a cookie […]

Mixed Wild Rice

Rice-Rice-Rice!  We love Rice! We can’t get enough rice, but we like a little variation in our rice dishes.  Try this one.  It is very simple, tasty. Ingredients 1/2 Cup – Wild Rice 1.5 Cups – Short or Long Grain White Rice 1 Each – Small Onion, chopped fine 2 Teaspoons – Extra Virgin Olive […]

Southern Potato Salad – Texas Special “Tater Salad”

Potato Salad has been a staple for family gatherings for generations.  My mom made great potato salad.  My wife’s mother and grandmothers made great potato salad.  If you want your relatives to yell, “Don’t forget to bring your special potato salad!” for future family gatherings, try this simple recipe. Ingredients 7 Pounds – Russet Potatoes, […]

Saffron Rice

Saffron Rice is a favorite side dish with our family.  And we have been cheating by using the same prepared mix for over 30 years.  We have modified it to suit our taste.  You may like the original better, but we find the concentration of seasoning to be too overpowering. This is our variation.  It […]

REAL Macaroni & Cheese

OK, you must promise us you will NEVER take home one of those blue and yellow boxes of fake Macaroni and Cheese again.  If you make this once you will clean out your pantry.  You know you have a couple of boxes in there. Ingredients 12 Ounces – Elbow Macaroni, the smallest size available 1 […]

Easy Cheezy Potatoes – Great Side for Any Meal

This hearty side dish will be right at home with steak, pork or chicken.  The initial inspiration came from a Houston restaurant several years ago, called Charlie’s Chicken, which differs from the Oklahoma-based chain.  They served up a delicious blend of potatoes and other ingredients and the chef shared with us the basic ingredients. Ingredients […]

APPETIZERS

Awesome Southwestern Guacamole

Ingredients 5 Each – Large Avocados 1 Each – Large Lime, juiced 1.5 Teaspoons – Salt 1 Teaspoon – Black Pepper 2 Each – Roma Tomatoes, diced small and drained 1/3 Cup – Fresh Cilantro Leaves 1 Each – Garlic Clove, minced 1  Each – Jalapeno Pepper, chopped very fine (Optional) Preparation Place ingredients and […]

Fried Zucchini – From The Oven!

Our family LOVES Fried Zucchini.  There was once a local East Texas restaurant, J.W. Finn’s, that had a variety of eclectic menu choices.  Their fried zucchini was the best.  It was served as an appetizer, and no matter how much you ordered, it would seem to not be enough!  This baked version of the classic […]

Smoked Tuna Dip

This is a quick and easy appetizer that will have everyone hovering around the buffet before dinner.  The grand kids who are from 4 to 12 blew through a BOX of crackers and this entire dip recipe in 5 minutes. Ingredients 16 oz. –  Canned Albacore Tuna 8 oz. – Cream Cheese 1 Teaspoon – […]

Deviled Eggs

OK, so this is not the “manliest” recipe posted on 52SundayDinners.com.  If you want barbeque ribs, steak and man-food.  We have that, too.  This simple appetizer, however, will kick-start your meal off to a good start. Ingredients: 6 Each – Eggs 3 Tablespoons – Mayonaise 2 Teaspoons –  Mustard 1/4 Teaspoon – Lee & Perrin’s […]

Pimento Cheese on Celery

It just takes six ingredient recipe, or four ingredients if you don’t count salt or pepper.  This is also a no-cook appetizer, so it would be good to engage the young chefs to help measure, mix and assemble. Ingredients 4 Cups (16oz.) –  Grated Mild Cheddar Cheese, not pre-grated. 4 oz. – Pimentos 1 Cup […]

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I’m Dave Sherman. I’m a Texan, an Italian, a construction program manager, a construction expert witness, a musician and praise team leader, but most importantly … I am a husband, a father of three and grandfather of ten grandchildren.  The love for my family led me to begin a tradition of cooking for them every Sunday evening.  There is a built-in grandkid visit, as well as time for the adults to network each week.


I hope 52SundayDinners.com makes it easier for you to form a tradition for your family as well.  We provide the schedule and the recipe.  You provide the table, the ingredients and the love for YOUR family.  Enjoy!

Our old Greenville, MS Neighbor

One Of Our Favorite Family Cooks

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