Remember three weeks ago, when I said living without a kitchen would be an adventure? I think I said I was up for the challenge or something equally as dumb. Well, I’m done. I’m so ready to have a sink, dishwasher and oven. And glasses in cabinets, not boxes. And to eat off of an actual plate. We ran out of plastic cups last week and I just flat out refused to purchase anymore. Not to mention the constant house guests – aka, workers. They have all been fabulous – on time, worked hard, kind and respectful – but having people in your house for three weeks straight, 8 hours a day is a lot. There is a light at the end of the tunnel – I have been told there is a real possibility I may have a fully functioning kitchen by days end – water, electrical, dishwasher, stove, refrigerator, and whatever else there should be in a kitchen. Let’s hope I didn’t forget anything. This kitchen renovation has been my singular focus for the past month and a half. So much so that a HUGE life event has totally crept up on me – my meet up with my maternal biological family. Like in less than a week. It’s happening. And I am so very nervous. Excited, but nervous. P, Regs, Avs and I are jumping in the car, to drive six hours, to meet these fantastic people. Poor Patrick is going to need some serious ear buds on the drive over. My anxiety is going to kick my already talkative self into overdrive. Bless him.
Meal Plan for the Week of 6/9
Sunday, June 9th – Roasted Asparagus Salad with Shrimp – P will be out o for most of the upcoming week so I’m looking for recipes I can eat for dinner and lunch. This quinoa, asparagus salad is super healthy, easy and delicious. I’ll toss in some shrimp to make it a meal.
Monday, June 10th – Warm Kale Salad with Grilled Chicken – Today is my 13th wedding anniversary. Woo-Hoo. Does the unlucky number thirteen apply to marriages, too? I hope not. I looked up the corresponding gift for year thirteen – lace. I guess these are ideas for women, not men? I’ll be celebrating on my on this year with this yummy kale salad, topped with a piece of grilled chicken. It’s not as sad as it sounds!
Tuesday, June 11th – Korean Beef Bowl – We have a swim meet tonight which means we will be at the pool from 5:15 – 10. No lie. On meet days I am a crazy person trying to get my girls fed before 4:15, all of the eighteen bags of stuff packed and a travel dinner option made for me. It’s bananas. Doubt I’ll serve mine over lettuce, as it will wilt after hour two, but that’s what’s great about this recipe. Add, take-away – do what you want. I will sub greek yogurt for mayo and remember, coconut aminos is just soy sauce!!
Wednesday, June 12th – Pineapple Shrimp Fried Rice – I really liked the pineapple addition to whatever recipe we cooked a week or two ago. Here is another yummy Skinnytaste that will cook up in no time. Cracking up as it gives you the option to cut a pineapple and serve out of said pineapple. Who looks at this recipe an even considers buying an actual pineapple when there is a perfectly good pre-cut option?
Thursday, June 13th – Mushroom Chicken Asparagus Stir-fry – There are a gazillion versions of this recipe because the ingredients cook up quickly, are flavorful and low calorie. Serve over cauli rice, quinoa or brown rice to beef it up.
Friday, June 14th – Chicken Ranch Wraps – Obviously I will not be cooking this evening but these look really easy and super family friendly. If I was cooking these guys, I’d sub greek yogurt and mix with a packet of ranch seasoning mix.
Happy, Healthy Eating Friends!
XO ~ Kelly D.
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