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If you’ve ever stared into your fridge and thought, “Why does dinner feel so hard?” this is for you. Whether you’re just learning to cook or just need something easy (hi, same), this simple meal plan is packed with easy recipes that taste amazing.
What’s for Dinner?
I’ve been there. It’s 5 p.m., no dinner plan, and hungry people are asking what’s for dinner. That’s why I made this meal plan. The recipes are simple, beginner-friendly, and they just work. Let’s make dinner feel easier.
- Monday: Million Dollar Spaghetti
- Tuesday: Easiest Vegetable Stir Fry
- Wednesday: Crockpot Olive Garden Chicken with Pasta
- Thursday: The Best Swedish Meatballs
- Friday: Korean Ground Beef and Rice Bowls
Million Dollar Spaghetti Recipe
Vegetable Stir Fry Recipe
Crockpot Olive Garden Chicken
The Best Swedish Meatballs
Korean Ground Beef and Rice Bowls
How Many Does This Meal Plan Feed?
Kick off your week with exactly what you need. It provides five meals that will feed about 4-6 people. It also includes a shopping list! With fresh new ideas and easy-to-make recipes, having a weekly menu plan will be a lifesaver.
Why Should I Meal Plan?
- Time Saver: No more 4:00 PM panic about dinner. With a menu plan, you know exactly what’s on the menu, what you need, and how long it takes to cook.
- Money Saver: Meal planning works wonders for your wallet. When you organize your shopping list for the week, you’ll easily spot opportunities to buy in bulk and creatively repurpose leftovers for future meals. It’s a clever approach that keeps more money in your pocket.
- Bye-Bye Takeout: When your dinners are planned ahead of time and groceries are stocked, you’re less likely to hit the drive-thru. Cooking at home means more savings and healthier eating. Win-win!
Simple Sides for Easy Dinners
My weekly meal plans always include a printable shopping list that is measured out and ready to go. It makes things so easy! Click below!
Storing Leftovers
I only meal plan Monday-Friday because we sometimes have plans over the weekend, or I have leftovers that we can have to finish off the week! If you do have leftovers, make sure to store them properly in an airtight container in your fridge.
These are awesome, could you also include breakfast plans too. So you get a days worth of meal planning? Lunch would be left overs from the night(s) before. What do you think?
Very interesting. Let me think about this! I like the way your brain works!
I love your recipes. Have you ever thought about doing a weekly meal plan Mediterranean? The benefi for inflammation, lymphatic
That is such a good idea!
Wonderful ideas for busy and sometimes inexperienced mom and dad cooks.