Weekly Meal Plan #69

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    This week’s meal plan is all about cozy comfort. You’ll get warm, filling dishes that make the whole house feel calmer at dinnertime. If you want to check out the rest of my weekly meal plans, you’ll find them here.

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    What’s for Dinner?

    If you’ve been waiting for the right time to jump on the meal plan train, this is it! These meals are hearty, comforting, and packed with flavor your whole family will love! Check out what’s on the menu:

    • Monday:  Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup
    • Tuesday: Creamy Lemon Parmesan Chicken
    • Wednesday: 20-Minute Vegetable Lo Mein
    • Thursday: Grandma’s Porcupine Meatballs
    • Friday: Instant Pot Carnitas
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    Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup

    5 from 2 votes
    This crock pot crack potato soup is the best and easiest soup you will ever make! It's loaded with creamy cheese, potatoes, and savory bacon, all seasoned to perfection! Your family will love how it tastes!
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    Creamy Lemon Parmesan Chicken

    4.67 from 21 votes
    Creamy Lemon Parmesan Chicken is an incredible restaurant-quality meal you can make in under 30 minutes.
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    Easy 20-Minute Vegetable Lo Mein

    5 from 3 votes
    20-minute Vegetable Lo Mein is a super easy weeknight dish loaded with fresh, stir-fried veggies! With crisp vegetables and tender egg noodles all combined in a savory sauce, this is a knockout recipe that the whole family will go crazy over!
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    Porcupine Meatballs

    4 from 15 votes
    Tender meatballs made with rice and simmered in a rich tomato sauce, just like Grandma used to make. Classic comfort food the whole family will love.
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    Instant Pot Carnitas

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    Making carnitas in an Instant Pot is foolproof. With just a few simple ingredients and the magic of pressure cooking, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal ready in no time. Make a batch of this juicy shredded pork for your next taco night, you won't regret it!
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    How Many Does it Feed?

    This free weekly meal plan is just what you need to get your week started. It provides 5 meals for about 6 people and includes a free shopping list.

    Why Should I Meal Plan? 

    If you haven’t tried meal planning yet, this is your sign. Trust me, it’s about to change your life. Here’s why I swear by it:

    • Time saver: No more 4 PM “what’s for dinner?” panic. You already know the plan, the groceries are waiting, and dinner actually gets on the table.
    • Money saver: Planning keeps your cart (and budget) under control. You can shop smarter, buy in bulk when it makes sense, and stretch leftovers into something new.
    • Bye-bye takeout: When you’ve got meals ready to go, you’re way less tempted to hit the drive-thru. More savings, more homemade meals, and it just feels good.

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