Hi, I can't believe it's almost Christmas. To me, the highlight of Christmas Day (other than seeing family) is breakfast! Here are a few of my favorite recipes: breakfast casserole baked oatmeal yogurt and homemade granola with fruit cinnamon rolls charcuterie board But before we think about Christmas breakfast, it's time for this week's meal plan. Time-Saving Tips: Omelet Cups - This recipe is perfect for such a busy time of year. Pair the omelet cups with yogurt and fruit, and have a...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hi, I woke up with an itch in my throat, so I'm currently making sore-throat tea. I hope you're feeling well and are ready for this week's meal plan. This week features my all-time favorite recipe: taquitos. This recipe is so popular in our home I usually double it and freeze half to save time in the future. It also makes a great lunchbox meal. Extra taquitos are always welcome. Time-Saving Tips: Protein Overnight Oats - Prep the overnight oats on the weekend. For protein powder, I love whey...
5 months ago • 1 min read
Hey, Hope you had a great week! This week's meal plan features some of my favorite fall meals, like sheet-pan salmon and mini meatloaves. Sheet-pan meals will always be my favorite as they're easy to toss together. This Week's Meal Plan Time-Saving Tips: Sheet Pan Veggies - Save time when making the mini meatloaves or salmon by using pre-chopped fresh veggies from the produce department or frozen veggies. Egg Sandwich - A great breakfast for busy mornings. Make the egg sandwiches fresh in the...
6 months ago • 2 min read
Hey, I hope you had a great week. Below, you'll find this week's delicious meal plan. Time-Saving Tips: Egg Roll in a Bowl is a fantastic recipe to double and use extra for lunch. For the chicken enchiladas, buy a rotisserie or cook a whole chicken on the weekend. Shred the meat and store it in a container until ready to use. Use extra meat for lunches (salads, sandwiches, wraps). Use a store-bought enchilada sauce or make my homemade recipe in advance. For Tropical Overnight Oats with...
7 months ago • 1 min read
Hey, Now that school is back in session for many of us, I want to share not only this week's delicious meal plan but also a few of my go-to weekend recipes. Here are 3 recipes that require a bit more time but make the best leftovers during the week (cook once, eat twice): Instant Pot Beef Roast & Veggies - Enjoy the leftovers for a couple of days. Spatchcock Whole Chicken - Cut large carrots in half, and roast the carrots on the perimeter of the sheet pan, tossed with oil and salt, along with...
7 months ago • 1 min read
Hi, We're back from working at the Olympics, and the kids are back in school. I'm slowly tackling the mountain of laundry and getting back into the school routine. This week's meal plan features one of my favorite dinners to make during the school year: taquitos. One of the reasons I love making taquitos is their versatility. I double the recipe because they're perfect for the lunchbox! You can serve them cold with an icepack or cut them in half, reheat them, and place them in a thermos. Are...
8 months ago • 1 min read
Bonjour! I'm currently writing from a cafe in Paris. My husband works for a network news company covering the Olympic events in Paris. I could not let him experience a Parisian summer alone, so I tagged along. I've also included a few pictures from Paris and been sharing on Instagram, too. I hope this week's meal plan finds you well and helps ease the week, particularly as many families prepare for the school year. Meals made in the Instant Pot and prep-ahead breakfasts are great ways to ease...
8 months ago • 1 min read
Hey, I hope you had a great week. I apologize for the missing meal plan last week. I experienced a sending error with my email server, ugh. The problem is fixed; below, you'll find this week's delicious meal plan! One of my favorite recipes is on the plan: baked taquitos. This simple recipe is always a kid favorite, and perfect for summer lunches. I suggest doubling the recipe to enjoy all week. Meal Plan & Prep Tips Time-Saving Tips: Prep the Brownie Baked Oatmeal over the weekend, slice,...
9 months ago • 1 min read
Hi, I hope you're enjoying the weekend. Below, you'll find delicious recipes to simplify your week. This week's meal plan features one of my favorite recipes: Sloppy Joe's. What I love about this recipe is that you can serve it traditionally as a sandwich or spoon the meat over roasted sweet potatoes. Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are on the meal plan this week. But instead of serving the fajitas in tortillas, we're making delicious bowls! Time-Saving Tips: Make the yogurt bowl parfaits in...
9 months ago • 1 min read
