Monthly Archives: January 2018

2018 Monday Meal Plan: Week 6 (January 29 through February 4)

Posted on January 29, 2018 by amyhindererfeltus

So it’s going to be February this week?  I literally had to check 3 times.  That just seems….wrong.  I mean, wasn’t it just Christmas?  Why is life rushing by so fast?  I mean, it’s basically 2019 now, right?  Oh whoops, … Continue reading →

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Cheeseburger Pasta Bake

Posted on January 29, 2018 by amyhindererfeltus

This recipe is inspired by one I found in the the America’s Test Kitchen cookbook – the Make-Ahead Cook (affiliate link), which I highly recommend.  So many great strategies for make and prep ahead meals that make getting dinner on the table … Continue reading →

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Chinese Chicken Mason Jar Salads

Posted on January 29, 2018 by amyhindererfeltus

It’s already heating up here in Phoenix, it’s like we didn’t even get the mild winter we usually get this year, so I’m sick of hot lunches suddenly, and craving a salad.  I came up with these for this week … Continue reading →

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Black Bean and Corn Salad

Posted on January 29, 2018 by amyhindererfeltus

This is an easy weeknight side dish that is even better if you make it ahead!  I prefer to use beans cooked from dried to reduce sodium, but use organic canned (drained and thoroughly rinsed) when pressed for time!  We … Continue reading →

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2018 Monday Meal Plan: Week 4 (January 22 – 28)

Posted on January 22, 2018 by amyhindererfeltus

These weekly plans/posts are making the year feel like it’s racing by!  🙂  It’s definitely keeping my nutrition on track though. Breakfasts: This morning I made egg muffins for the week.  Denver Omelet Egg Muffins.  I love these because I have … Continue reading →

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2018 Monday Meal Plan: Week 3 (January 15 through 21)

Posted on January 15, 2018 by amyhindererfeltus

We are going to be slaves to the calendar to some extent this week, with something keeping us busy most evenings.  Makes the meal prep and planning even more important! Breakfasts: Skinny Taste, one of my favorites for healthy ideas, … Continue reading →

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Bee-Bim Bop

Posted on January 15, 2018 by amyhindererfeltus

When my oldest son was a baby, we received as a gift the book Bee-Bim Bop! by Linda Sue Park (affiliate link).  It’s a fun story book for kids, but also includes a great recipe for a family dinner my crew … Continue reading →

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Pressure Cooker Lentil and Chicken Soup

Posted on January 15, 2018 by amyhindererfeltus

My starting point with this soup was a recipe I saw posted at Skinnytaste.  But, as usual, when reading the recipe, I decided I needed to make it my own.  I never make soup without packing it full of a … Continue reading →

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2018 Monday Meal Plan: Week 2 (January 8 through 14)

Posted on January 8, 2018 by amyhindererfeltus

As promised!  Week 2 of 52 weeks of Monday Meal Plans!  My kids headed back to school this morning, and I am looking forward to getting us all back on a regular schedule and routine, making my weekly planning and … Continue reading →

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Chicken and Corn Chowder (CrockPot/Slow Cooker)

Posted on January 8, 2018 by amyhindererfeltus

This recipe is adapted from the Farmhouse Chicken and Corn Chowder appearing in the America’s Test Kitchen Slow Cooker Revolution (affiliate link) cookbook.  As a side note, all the recipes in this cookbook that I’ve tried are good.  You know … Continue reading →

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