What We Are Eating This Week (Week of 6/29/15)

This is a sample of how I often plan the week.  I write down what I have on hand (either full meal or specific ingredients), then I plan out meals to make from those items, then I write down what I need to buy.  From there, I transfer my list into my Kroger app.  It's my favorite for grocery shopping!  It keeps my list all sorted by category, I can keep my store coupons in there, and I can also add items directly from the weekly ad.

I pretty much cleaned out the fridge this past week, so for inspiration this week, I decided to use another technique.  Sometimes I will take either a cookbook or food magazine and pick all my recipes from there.  It's nice to just need one guide for all of the week's meals.

This week I'm using an Everyday with Rachael Ray magazine from January/February 2015.  I really like this magazine.  It's always full of fun recipes and information.  Rachael Ray was the first TV cook I watched and she taught me so much.  I love her creativity and casual approach.  She does a lot more pasta and cheese than I eat, but she has some great ideas!  Here are the recipes I plan to make:

These adorable mini meat loaves with customizable mix-ins. I think I'll let the kids choose how to flavor their own!

Roasted Pork Chops with Green Beans and Potatoes-one pan means less mess!

For lunch-Korean Style Rice Bowls. I'll use brown rice instead of jasmine and may do grilled chicken instead an egg.

Beef and Kale Stri Fry-will use brown rice, honey instead of sugar

For breakfast, lunch, or snacks, I will try this Avocado Smash or this White Bean Smash on top of Ezekiel bread and have either an egg or grilled chicken on the side.

Looks like a delicious week!  I hope that helps with your meal planning!