Tag Archives: Southwest

2018 Monday Meal Plan: Week 20 (May 7-13, 2018)

It’s a crazy week after a crazy weekend.  Have you ever read that blog by Jen Hatmaker about being the worst end of year mom ever? She has competition.  And that competition is me.  I’m barely hanging on here surviving the last 3 … Continue reading

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2018 Monday Meal Plan: Week 16 (April 9 through 15, 2018)

Week 16 already!  Breakfasts, lunches, 4 dinners….it’s a wrap. PDF MEAL PLANNER Breakfasts – I made these, but the kids are scarfing them down so fast, I need to make more to get through the week!  Just crack an egg… Lunches … Continue reading

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Southwestern Skillet Stuffed Peppers

Southwestern Skillet Stuffed Peppers (Serves 6) Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef (ground turkey and chicken also work) 6 bell peppers 1/2 c diced tomato 1/2 c diced onion 1/4 c chopped cilantro 1 Jalapéno, seeded, and diced (optional) 2 … Continue reading

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2018 Monday Meal Plan: Week 12 (March 12 through 18)

In the interest of full disclosure, I’m actually on vacation this week.  So this is our meal plan for an upcoming week when we are back at home!  But hopefully it helps you with some ideas! LINK TO PDF Breakfasts: … Continue reading

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2018 Monday Meal Plan: Week 8 (February 12-18)

Here we go again, another Monday.  Another shot at a week of well planned eating.  I feel the need to confess that although I come up with these plans weekly, I consider it a success if we have 80% compliance.  … Continue reading

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Black Bean and Corn Salad

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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Guacamole Costs Extra….Prep Ahead Chicken and Rice Bowls

I don’t know why, but whenever I make anything Mexican or Southwest themed and rice is involved, I always think of Chipotle and how every single time when you ask for guacamole, they remind you it costs extra.  So, on … Continue reading

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Turkey Taco Bowls

I have returned from summer vacation, and dusted off the kitchen.  I like to ease back into things, and the leaches are still home with me 24/7 my children are still off school until next week, so I needed an easy make … Continue reading

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Egg White Breakfast Tacos

Ever had one of those weeks months periods of time 17 days long or so?  You know the ones.  Someone is sick.  School projects are due.  Sports are in full swing.  You open your planner and somehow you still have … Continue reading

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Spicy Black Bean and Quinoa Mason Jar Salads

Oh, I have a blog. Apparently I forgot for a few weeks.  Unfortunately, on occasion, I get so busy being a mom, running FIT4MOM Phoenix Scottsdale, and just living, that the planning, the prepping, and even the pouring get forgotten. … Continue reading

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