After more thought, there is definitely a recurring set of dishes. Lasagna, sausage and peppers, Kung pao shrimp, pork roast, miso salmon, steak and root veg, andouille meatloaf make monthly visits. The rest are new recipes or freezer dives.
Dinner guests get something tried and true and our kids have veto power on Thanksgiving, Xmas and Easter meals...maybe I can change a side dish...maybe not.