Well, here I am at Week 11 of Meal Planning with the Organizing Junkie. I must admit when I started, I thought I'd be lucky to keep it up for more than a week or two. But it really does make a huge difference in my stress level.
Last week's Mission Impossible - use up all the food in the freezer/pantry - was a success, but it was harder than having a structured meal plan. I struggled a few nights to find ingredients that could be pulled together into a meal. But no one went hungry, and I did meet my goal. Can't wait to get a good list and head for the grocery store ... that is totally an exaggeration, but you get the point :)
Here's the plan for this week ...
Monday - Brinner
I know we have this one more often than I'd like. But the truth is I have two doctor appointments today, and hubby offered to cook. Yep, breakfast for dinner it is!
Tuesday - Pecan Encrusted Salmon
We are having a guest from out-of-town. This is always a crowd pleaser and easy to prep ahead of time. And I have salmon in the freezer; one less item to buy at the store.
Wednesday - Fuss Free Ravioli and Cheese Bake
This one is delicious and seriously fuss-free!
Thursday - Bacon and Avocado Wraps
Friday - Sausage Potato Soup
Just found this recipe on the Organizing Junkie's meal plan for the week. Checked the weather forecast, and it's calling for soup day on Friday. Perfect combination!
Saturday - Pizza Party
Sunday - Beef Brisket, Mashed Potatoes, and Fresh Green Beans
Thanks to my MIL, I still have one more dinner's worth of brisket in the freezer.
6 comments:
You have an amazing menu! WOW!
I feel like crap and therefore do not feel like cooking/planning. Brandon took B to a Cubs game tonight so I didn't have to cook...bread for me for dinner! I may try to cook out of my freezer/pantry this week too to avoid the grocery store.
So, does the pizza party come with hats and presents?
Nice planning! The best 'meal planning' I ever do is the occasional Meatless Monday or Taco Friday. But I usually don't plan it, it just works that way.
You know, I really need to do the pantry/freezer clean out again. Did it a while back and it worked out pretty well. Should get on that again and see what crazy meals I can concoct for dinners :-)
mmm! all sounds wonderful! I think i am going to try this chicken and avocado wraps on my next week menu!
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