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Weekend Suppers – May 2 – 3

This weekend’s suppers are cozy comfort food meals that are a little lighter but still satisfying.

Saturday – Heart-Healthy Comfort Food
Stuffed Bell Pepper Casserole


Sunday – Meatless Comfort Food
Baked Ziti with Spinach

Grocery List

  • Bell peppers
  • Onion
  • Spinach
  • Fruit
  • Salad greens (optional side salad)
  • Rice
  • Ziti or penne pasta
  • Tomato sauce / marinara
  • Chicken broth
  • Italian seasoning
  • Garlic powder
  • Ricotta cheese
  • Mozzarella cheese
  • Parmesan cheese
  • Greek yogurt
  • Ground turkey or cooked chicken
  1. Friday
    • Cook rice
    • Chop onion and bell peppers
    • Cook ground turkey/chicken if needed
    • Wash spinach
  2. Saturday
    • Assemble Stuffed Pepper Casserole
    • Bake
  3. Sunday
    • Cook pasta
    • Assemble Baked Ziti
    • Bake

#ComfortFood, #EasyandQuick, #HealthyEating, #Homecooking, #MealPlanning, #Recipes,

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Weekend Suppers – April 25–26

This weekend’s suppers are cozy comfort food meals that are a little lighter but still satisfying.

Saturday – Heart-Healthy Comfort Food
Chicken & Rice Vegetable Bake
Steamed Green Beans
Fresh Fruit

Sunday – Meatless Comfort Food
Vegetable Pot Pie
Green Salad
Fresh Fruit

Grocery List
Onion
Carrots
Celery
Mushrooms
Potatoes
Garlic
Salad greens
Green beans
Fruit
Rice
Vegetable broth
Chicken broth
Flour
Olive oil
Milk
Greek yogurt
Cooked chicken
Frozen mixed vegetables
Frozen peas

Prep Ahead
Chop vegetables
Cook rice
Cook chicken if needed

Weekend Cooking
Saturday – Chicken & Rice Bake
Sunday – Vegetable Pot Pie

Comfort food weekend is ready!

#ComfortFood, #EasyandQuick, #HealthyEating, #Homecooking, #MealPlanning, #Recipes,

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simplegoodfood

Just a Pennsylvania Dutch girl raised on simple good food that fills you up. Fussy recipes that leave you still hungry need not apply!

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Weekend Suppers Menu – April 18 & 19

This weekend’s suppers are simple comfort food meals that are easy to make and perfect for a relaxed weekend dinner.

Saturday – Turkey & Vegetable Shepherd’s Pie
Sunday – Creamy White Bean & Vegetable Soup

Grocery List:

  • Potato
  • Onion (2)
  • Garlic
  • Carrots
  • Celery
  • Spinach (optional)
  • Mixed vegetables (or frozen mix)

Meat

  • Ground turkey (½ lb)

Canned / Pantry

  • White beans
  • Vegetable broth
  • Chicken broth
  • Milk or almond milk
  • Olive oil
  • Thyme
  • Paprika
  • Black pepper

Prep Tip:
Chop the vegetables and peel the potatoes ahead of time so the meals come together quickly over the weekend.

I’ll be posting the recipes this weekend along with photos of each meal.

#Cooking, #MealPlanning, #HealthyEating, #HeartHealthy, #LowCholesterol, #LowA1C, #Recipes,

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Weekend Suppers Menu – April 11 & 12

This weekend’s suppers are simple comfort food meals that are heart-healthy and easy to prepare.

Saturday – Chicken & Mushroom Brown Rice Bake with Steamed Broccoli & Carrots
Sunday – White Bean & Spinach Tomato Stew with Whole Grain Bread

Grocery List:
Broccoli, carrots, spinach, mushrooms, onion, garlic, celery, white beans, diced tomatoes, brown rice, whole grain bread, Greek yogurt, chicken breast, olive oil, thyme, oregano, basil, low sodium chicken broth, vegetable broth.

Prep Tip:
Cook the brown rice and chicken ahead of time and chop the vegetables so the meals come together quickly over the weekend.

I’ll be posting the recipes this weekend along with photos of each meal.

#Cooking, #MealPlanning, #HealthyEating, #HeartHealthy, #LowCholesterol, #LowA1C, #Recipes,

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Just a Pennsylvania Dutch girl raised on simple good food that fills you up. Fussy recipes that leave you still hungry need not apply!

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Easter Weekend Menu

This weekend’s suppers are simple comfort food meals that are heart-healthy and perfect for a relaxed weekend dinner.

Saturday – Baked Lemon Herb Chicken
Sunday – Spinach & Mushroom Baked Ziti

Grocery List:
Produce

  • Lemon
  • Asparagus
  • Mushrooms
  • Spinach
  • Salad greens
  • Garlic (optional)
  • Green beans (optional)

Meat

  • Chicken breasts

Dairy

  • Ricotta
  • Mozzarella
  • Parmesan
  • Egg

Pantry

  • Brown rice
  • Whole wheat ziti
  • Marinara sauce
  • Olive oil
  • Oregano / Italian seasoning

Prep Tip:
Friday

  • Marinate chicken
  • Trim asparagus

Saturday

  • Cook rice
  • Bake chicken dinner
  • Assemble baked ziti for Sunday

Sunday (Easter)

  • Bake ziti
  • Make salad
  • Cook green beans

I’ll be posting the recipes and photos for both meals this weekend.

#Cooking, #MealPlanning, #HealthyEating, #HeartHealthy, #LowCholesterol, #LowA1C, #Reviews,

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Weekend Suppers Menu – March 28 – 29

Weekend Suppers – Menu & Prep

This weekend’s suppers are all about comfort food that’s a little lighter but still cozy and satisfying.

Saturday – Heart-Healthy Comfort Food
Tuna Noodle Casserole
Steamed Vegetables
Fresh Fruit

Sunday – Meatless Comfort Food
Lentil Shepherd’s Pie
Green Salad
Fresh Fruit


Grocery List
Egg noodles
Canned tuna
Cream of mushroom soup (or homemade)
Frozen peas
Broccoli or green beans
Brown or green lentils
Onion
Carrots
Mushrooms
Frozen peas
Potatoes
Milk
Plain Greek yogurt
Salad greens
Fruit


Prep Timeline
Friday: Chop vegetables for Shepherd’s Pie
Saturday Morning: Cook lentils
Saturday Evening: Make Tuna Noodle Casserole
Sunday Afternoon: Assemble Shepherd’s Pie
Sunday Evening: Bake and enjoy

Comfort food weekend is ready!

#ComfortFood#EasyandQuick#HealthyEating#Homecooking#MealPlanning,  #Recipes

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simplegoodfood

Just a Pennsylvania Dutch girl raised on simple good food that fills you up. Fussy recipes that leave you still hungry need not apply!

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