Meals on the Menu

Last week, I posted about the meal plan I created for the month of October. It is always difficult for me to think of new recipes and meals each night. I was hoping that creating a meal plan would not only save me time, but also save us money. So far, I think it is working. We haven't gone to the store near as much as previous months and I don't have to worry about not having ingredients. Of course, that first shopping trip was a little more expensive. We have only had to go to the store to buy produce and milk. I really HATE shopping so its AWESOME! I thought I would share what I am making this week. I hope this inspires you to try one or two and maybe even create your own meal plan. I will try to share some more of my meal planning tips in another post. I use the BigOven app on my phone to plan, shop, and add my own recipes.

I have not made all of these recipes previously, so if your family doesn't like it.....Sorry.
We almost always have a lettuce or spinach salad before our main dish also. We never get tired of salad.

Monday

http://www.bigoven.com/recipe/slow-cooker-lasagna/213735

I will probably only add a lettuce salad and garlic bread as sides to this dish.

Tuesday

http://www.bigoven.com/recipe/crunchy-baked-chicken-strips/250993
For this recipe I dip in honey mustard instead of mayo and skip using the bread crumbs. Just use crushed cornflakes. Its just as good and easier!

I am planning on making mashed or baked potatoes and green beans.

Wednesday

http://www.bigoven.com/recipe/crockpot-chicken-taco-chili/385013

Probably no sides with this dish as it has beans, veggies, and meat.
Thursday: Korean Beef

http://www.bigoven.com/recipe/korean-beef/953890/a1a22d5c2a205007

I have not made this recipe before. I will not be using green onions because we don't like them. I will probably won't use ginger either, as we don't usually have it on hand and I don't like buying ingredients that I won't use very often.
I will be serving this with brown rice and broccoli. 

                                                     

Friday: HOMEMADE PIZZA!!!!

Whole Wheat Crust

1 1/2 cup whole wheat flour

1-2 tsp baking powder

3/4 to 1 cup milk

I make this recipe so much that I don't really measure anymore. Especially with the milk. I pour and stir until wet. Add extra flour so it isn't sticky.

Add all ingredients and place dough onto floured surface. Kneed 5-10 times. Roll out to desired thickness.

Place onto cookie sheet or pizza pan.

Bake crust for 8-10 min at 350 degrees.

Take crust out.

Add pizza sauce and toppings.

Bake 15 min longer until cheese is melted.

Take out, cut, and ENJOY!

I would love to know if you try any of these recipes.

Have a delicious, stress free week of  healthy eating!