Good morning,
I don’t know about you all, but I’m getting excited for Thanksgiving. Who doesn’t love a holiday that’s all about stuffing our faces until we pass out in a turkey-induced coma? I love trying new recipes each year, so this week I decided, why wait until Thanksgiving? Here is my weekly meal plan, as well as five new recipes we’ll be taste-testing this week:
The Plan:
Monday– Grandpa’s Sauerkraut and Kielbasa, Spinach Salad
Tuesday– Crispy Parmesan Garlic Chicken with Zucchini
Wednesday– Fish Taco Bowls
Thursday– Date night, Spaghetti and Meatballs for the kids
Friday– Creamy Coconut Lentil Curry
Saturday– Leftovers/Takeout
Sunday– Red, White and Bean Minestrone with Parmesan Crisps, Salad
Monday-Healthier Grandpa’s Sauerkraut and Kielbasa with spinach salad- This was always one of my favorite dinners when I was a kid. I’m lightening this recipe up by using turkey kielbasa, purple potatoes (which are even better for you than sweet potatoes) and subbing a tablespoon of olive oil for the 1/2 cup of butter.
Tuesday– This Crispy Parmesan Garlic Chicken with Zucchini looks really delicious, doesn’t it? The cheese and garlic combo is something my whole family will love.
Wednesday– This Fish Taco Bowl recipe is a great way to enjoy the flavor of fish tacos in a healthier way.
Thursday– My husband and I have a regular, bi-weekly date night every Thursday, so I’ll be making the kids some spaghetti and meatballs. I’m making lasagna with this amazing recipe for a PTA event at their school, so the kids will actually get leftover homemade sauce instead of my usual Kroger brand.
Friday– This Creamy Coconut Lentil Curry will be just perfect for this chilly November weather. My friend made this a few weeks ago and the flavor was on fleek: sweet, savory and delicious. Can on fleek describe food? Idk, but I’m old, so I’m sticking with it.
Saturday– When you have three picky eaters, there are bound to be lots of leftover food. I will most likely make my kids grilled cheese sandwiches while my husband and I eat all the food that grossed our kids out this week. Oh joy of joys.
Sunday– Red, White and Bean Minestrone is one of my mother-in-law’s recipes that she has been kind enough to share with me. It’s so full of flavor and can easily be adapted to your tastes.
Meal planning can be a real bitch, so I hope this helps! Happy (ugh) Monday!
♥ Erin
