This is our basic meal plan for the week. Sometimes we will switch the days around if I forgot to set something out or put something in the crock pot. Please feel free to use this or change it around to suit your family’s needs.
I have started trying to do easier meals on days that I have square dancing obligations. This helps me to be able to put a nice meal on the table without feeling guilty about having some much needed ‘Mommy Time’. Some of these meals may also help with those that have busy or irregular schedules due to work or extracurricular activities.
I do have ‘Snacks/Desserts’ listed as well. I always try to keep a bowl of fresh fruit out on the counter or table for the kids to snack on. Sometimes I will make a special snack or treat for us to enjoy.
Sunday
Breakfast:
Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole, Jelly Toast
Lunch:
Scrambled Egg Sandwiches, veggies
Dinner: ++
Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole, Salad
Snacks/Desserts:
PB Toast/Peanut Butter Brownie Dessert
Monday
Breakfast:
Cereal/Oatmeal
Lunch:
PB & J, fruit
Dinner: ++
45 minute spaghetti sauce w/noodles, Salad, Cheesy Garlic Pull-apart Bread
**(This is a fairly quick meal to put together as Momma has a class/dance in the evening)
Snacks/Desserts:
Cinnamon Toast
Tuesday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
Soup, grilled cheese
Dinner: ++
Tater Tot Casserole, veggies
**(This is a fairly quick meal to put together as Momma has a class/dance in the evening)
Cookies (** I will try to make a few extra to take along for refreshments at the dance.)
Wednesday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
Tuna Salad, veggies
Dinner: ++
Shredded Beef, tortillas, rice, Salad
Snacks/Desserts:
Muffins
Thursday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
leftovers
Dinner: ++
Salmon Patties, Mashed Potatoes, Creamed Peas
Snacks/Desserts:
Fruit
Friday
Breakfast:
Cereal/Oatmeal
Lunch:
Hot Dogs, mac n cheese
Dinner: ++
Chili Dog Casserole, Chips, Salad
**(This is a fairly quick meal to put together as Momma has a class/dance in the evening)
Snacks/Desserts:
Cupcakes (** I will try to make a few extra to take along for refreshments at the dance.)
Saturday
Breakfast:
Bagels, Cream Cheese, Fruit
Lunch:
PB & J, Fruit
Dinner: ++
Cheddar Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Veggies
Free Day
Snacks/Desserts:
++I have a few kids who seem to be going through growth spurts right now and are always HUNGRY. I have been keeping a pot of beans, blackeyed peas, or other vegetable as a side. I also have been buying a few extra snacks like fruit, veggies, yogurt, etc.
