So, you know those days when you’re tempted to hit the drive-thru because you can’t bear the thought of another mealtime complaint? This collection of 27 recipes is going to be your new best friend. These aren’t just random dishes; they’re kid-tested and totally parent-approved. Imagine the table full of food that everyone actually wants to eat. And get this: these meals are so delicious, you’ll probably hear something you’re not used to—your kids asking for seconds.
![Egg Bites on a board with a little parsley on top.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Egg-Bites.jpg)
Easy Flatbread
![Three freshly cooked flatbreads on a plate.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Flatbread-1.jpg)
Skip the Monday meal fuss with Easy Flatbread. It’s quick, it’s delicious, and kids can’t seem to get enough of it. Perfect for those ‘what’s for dinner?’ moments.
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Pumpkin Roll
![A slice of pumpkin roll being sprinkled with powdered sugar.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pumpkin-Roll-3.jpg)
What if Mondays could feel like a holiday? Serve up a Pumpkin Roll and watch your family’s mood lift instantly. Even the kids will be asking for seconds.
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Air Fryer Cheese Quesadilla
![Some picking up a slice of cheese quesadilla.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Air-Fryer-Cheese-Quesadillas-1.jpg)
Get rid of the Monday blues with Air Fryer Cheese Quesadillas. They’re a hit with the kids and quick enough to fit into your busy schedule.
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Pecan Pie Cheesecake
![A slice of pecan pie being served on a cake slice.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Pecan-Pie-Cheesecake.jpg)
Imagine ending Monday with a Pecan Pie Cheesecake that everyone loves. It’ll turn the most dreaded day of the week into a family celebration.
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Vegetable Fritters
![Vegetable fritters in a stack.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Vegetable-Fritters.jpg)
Serve up Vegetable Fritters on a Monday and you’ll be the hero. They’re tasty enough for the kids to forget they’re eating their greens.
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Hashbrown Casserole
![Hashbrown casserole being served.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Hashbrown-Casserole..jpg)
Who says Hashbrown Casserole is just for weekends? Break it out on Monday and you’ll hear zero complaints at the dinner table.
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Egg Bites
![Egg Bites on a board with a little parsley on top.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Egg-Bites.jpg)
Mondays are rough, but Egg Bites can make them better. Quick and easy to whip up, even the grumpiest morning person will perk up.
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Pizza Rolls
![Freshly made pizza rolls stacked on each other.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Homemade-Pizza-Rolls-3.jpg)
Turn Monday dinners into a party with
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Spicy Korean Cucumber Salad
![Slices of cucumber tossed in spicy Korean dressing.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Korean-Cucumber-2.jpg)
Spice up your Monday with a Spicy Korean Cucumber Salad. It’s got enough kick to make the entire family forget it’s the beginning of the week.
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Tortilla Pizza
![Four tortilla pizzas on a wooden cutting board.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Tortilla-Pizza-1.jpg)
Forget about takeout; Tortilla
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Copycat Chipotle Black Beans
![Chipotle black beans cooked and in a serving bowl.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Copycat-Chipotle-Black-Beans-3.jpg)
Make your own Copycat Chipotle Black Beans and watch the kids dig in. Monday dinners just got a whole lot easier.
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Dauphinoise Potatoes
![An oven dish with baked dauphinoise potatoes in it.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Dauphinoise-Potatoes.jpg)
Dauphinoise Potatoes on a Monday? Absolutely. It’s so good, even the kids will put their devices down to eat.
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25 Minute Black Bean Burger
![A black bean burger in a burger bap with relish oozing out over it.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Black-Bean-Burger-2.jpg)
Say hello to the 25 Minute Black Bean Burger, your new Monday dinner MVP. It’s quick and tasty enough to shut down any dinner table complaints.
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Mozzarella Sticks
![Someone pulling a mozzarella stick apart and showing the stretchy cheese.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Mozzarella-sticks.jpg)
Mozzarella Sticks aren’t just for eating out. Make them at home this Monday and watch your kids’ faces light up.
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Waffles
![Freshly made waffles on a plate with strawberries.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Waffles.jpg)
Who wouldn’t love breakfast for dinner? Serve up some Waffles on Monday night and watch the kids forget all about their day.
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Maple Ketchup
![Maple ketchup in a jar with a spoon about to drizzle it on sweet potato wedges.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Maple-Ketchup.jpg)
Add some flair to Monday dinners with homemade Maple Ketchup. It’s the little things that make meals exciting, and this one’s a kid-pleaser.
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Pizza Sauce
![Pizza sauce spread over a pizza crust.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Pizza-Sauce.jpg)
Homemade
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Easy Caprese Salad
![Caprese salad in a serving bowl, with tomatoes, oil and balsamic glaze nearby.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Caprese-Salad-3.jpg)
Imagine a no-fuss, delicious start to the week with Easy Caprese Salad. Even the pickiest eater will be asking for more.
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Southern Mash
![Mashed potatoes on a white plate.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Southern-Mash.jpg)
Turn Monday into comfort food night with Southern Mash. It’s so good, you’ll forget all about the Monday blues.
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Vegetable Lasagna
![A lasagna being dished up.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Lasagna.jpg)
Vegetable Lasagna doesn’t just have to be a weekend treat. Make it on Monday and you’ve got a table full of happy faces.
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Hasselback Potatoes
![Roasted hasselback potatoes on a baking sheet with parmesan.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Hasselback-Potatoes.jpg)
Hasselback Potatoes on a Monday? It’s not too good to be true. Serve these up and there won’t be a frown in sight.
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Chocolate Chip Cookies
![A hand holding a chocolate chip cookie on a cooling rack.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Chocolate-Chip-Cookies.jpg)
End Monday on a sweet note with Chocolate Chip Cookies. They’re the ultimate comfort food and a guaranteed mood lifter.
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Tomato Risotto
![Risotto with tomatoes in a skillet.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Tomato-Risotto.jpg)
Make Mondays fancy without the fuss with Tomato Risotto. It’s a crowd-pleaser that takes the edge off the start of the week.
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Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes
![Breakfast potatoes in a serving bowl, with serving spoons and a small bowl of fresh parsley.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Air-Fryer-Breakfast-Potatoes-2.jpg)
Morning blues? Not with Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes on the menu. They’re a surefire way to start Monday off right.
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Mashed Potato Fritters
![A stack of mashed potato fritters.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Potato-Fritters.jpg)
Transform leftovers into Mashed Potato Fritters and suddenly, Monday dinners feel like a treat.
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Penne Arrabiata
![A plate of pasta with tomatoes and parmesan cheese.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Penne-Arrabiata.jpg)
Heat up the start of the week with Penne Arrabiata. It’s a quick dish that packs a punch, making Monday meals a hit.
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Baked Goat Cheese
![A budget-friendly dish with tomatoes and cheese.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Baked-Goat-Cheese.jpg)
Imagine serving Baked Goat Cheese as an appetizer this Monday. Even the kids will be impressed, kicking the week off right.
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