Following a weekly meal plan is the best way to cook healthier for your family, and save time and money! Each week I share six easy, healthy, and family-friendly recipes to help you simplify feeding your family!
Can I go way off topic and vent for just a minute? I’m really over trying to be influenced every time I open a social media app. Whether it’s Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest – there is no longer personal or interesting content – just more and more of the “you need this must-have product or outfit” in your life. And don’t get me wrong – I love an OOTD and life hack as much as the next person but I’m realizing how the constant messaging of “you need more” can leave us feeling empty and unsatisfied.
And it’s not just that – it’s the social media “perfectionism” effect. The perfect homes, clothes, flawless & wrinkle-free skin, and lavish vacations of the people we follow – the constant barrage of all the perfectness can lead to unrealistic views of other people’s lives and peer pressure. This onslaught forces us to look beyond our blessings and instead only see what we think we are lacking.
And hey, I’m not bashing influencers; they bust their butts doing what they do. I’m just realizing I don’t love how I feel after scrolling and clicking. Lately, I’ve tried to be more intentional about my time on social media platforms and the types of people I choose to follow. For me, that means more foodie inspiration content and looking for influencers who show their faces without make-up, their not-so-perfect kitchens, and their favorite finds for under $50!
I’d love to hear your thoughts. Email me – kelly@dinnerwiththeduffys.com or message me on Instagram!!
Meal Plan 4/10 – 15
Sunday, April 10th | One Pan Caprese Pesto Orzo Bake | Total Time: 40 minutes | All my favorite flavors baked together in one dish with my favorite pasta, orzo. Add rotisserie chicken or, serve alongside steak or grilled chicken!
Monday, April 11th | Easy Meatball Tray Bake | Total Time: 1 hour | Why have I never thought of this? Meatballs baked alongside veggies topped with cheese – so simple and yummy. NOTES: This is an Australian recipe so some of the ingredient descriptions don’t make sense. Not to worry. Here’s what I’m going to do – I’m going to purchase pre-made meatballs then continue on with the directions. 180 c is equal to about 350 f. I will use one 14 oz. can diced tomatoes. Also – Cherry Bocconcini is just really small mozzarella balls. You can use any sized mozzarella you want!
Tuesday, April 12th | The Best Taco Salad | Total Time: 30 minutes | I’ve never met a taco salad I don’t love and this one is bursting with flavor. You can sub ground turkey for the beef and serve in taco shells for those who aren’t salad friendly!
Wednesday, April 13th | Tumeric Roasted Chicken and Sweet Potatoes | Total Time: 1 hr. 15 minutes | I’ve never, ever, in all of my year’s meal planning for DWTD incorporated a recipe from the previous week’s meal plan. Until now. Y’all – this Tumeric Roasted Chicken was INSANE and I’m dying to eat it again. So easy to prep and my entire family gobbled it up!
Thursday, April 14th | Chicken and Vegetable Skillet | Total Time: 25 minutes | I share a lot of these types of one-skillet recipes because they are super easy and customizable. I love this one because it incorporates cajun seasoning!
Friday, April 15th | Tuscan Tuna and White Bean Salad | Total Time: 10 minutes | Ending the week on a lighter note to help you gear up for an Easter feast! This non-mayo tuna salad is a favorite of mine. I might toss in some shrimp. Order your kids a pizza and enjoy!
Lunch This Week: Rosemary Lemon Chicken Patties – pattie and cook on Sunday!
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