I will never go back to not having a plan!

Love talked me into trying to organize my grocery shopping and meals into weekly/bi weekly meal plans about 18 months ago and I will never go back! She made me a believer! Before meal planning, what I was going to make for dinner was an ongoing dilemma in my house. I walked around the grocery store aimlessly and went back and forth a few times a week for 1 or 2 ingredients each time spending more and more money. Love taught me how to organize my meals, make an effective plan for getting the items to make each meal and now I spend less time and money at the grocery store. She also helped me to organize my recipes into binders which is a huge help.

When I think of how I used to shop and prepared meals previous to meal planning it seems so disorganized and so much more work."

Jen (Somerset,Ma)

Cuisine - American

Chicken Popovers made with Broccoli and Cheese.

This is a classic Stroganoff recipe but I use chicken instead. I use about 3 large single side breasts. Or you can use two full breasts. Makes about 3-4 adult size portions.

Amazing Quick Moist Meatloaf description.

Dressed up Grilled Sirloin
Transform that boring steak into something more..

Lemon Herb Crumb Cod.  Fish can be fresh or frozen for a later date. If fresh you need to use it in a Week 1 recipe. Feel free to substitute Cod for another white fish like Halibut.

Steak Panini with Basil Mayo is a Week 1 Recipe.
Not your ordinary sandwich night.

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Cold Winter Nights..Think Stew. Week 3 or 4 Recipe.
This can be a soup or a Hearty Stew With Barley, Carrots,Peas and Barley.


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If you miss Thanksgiving, miss it no more. This easy to make casserole dish is a one pot pleasure. Turkey, Gravy, Cranberry Sauce, Stuffing, and a heaping mound of Buttery Mashed Potatoes. Week 1, 2, 3 or 4 Recipe

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Lightly breaded chicken reduced in a fig balsamic vinegar with sauteed onions and fresh herbs.  Week 1 or 2 Recipe.

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Tilapia is a mild sweet flaky white fish. It is very universal and easy to cook. Make this recipe as a melt with Jalapeno Tartar sauce or for a lighter version just serve it grilled over a salad or brown rice. Week 2 Recipe.

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Roasted Potatoes with infused Hot Pepper Oil and Herbs.

****I used the infused Hot Pepper Olive Oil I bought this week. I decided to try it on some roasted potatoes.

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Grilled chops smothered in a delectable BBQ sauce.

This is a week 4 recipe.

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These Bagels are WORTH THE TIME. Make a double batch and freeze them. Close to NY Bagels. They are crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. It is a two day process.

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These are a great way to start your morning. Loaded with fruit and whole wheat-you would never know that they were healthy for you.

I like to double this recipe and make two batches to give away.

Spice up those ordinary hot dogs with some chili and cheese. This recipe is great to add to baked potatoes, rolls, and even pasta. Week 3-4 recipe.

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Give yourself a treat and let yourself cheat. Break out of the ordinary fried chicken and try these crispy pork sandwiches. This is an Indiana special. Week 1 or 2 recipe.

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Meatballs simmered in a cream sauce tossed over fluffy egg noodles.This is a quick and easy dinner. Week 2,3 or 4 recipe.

Oven roasted potatoes compliment any main meal. Enjoy these seasoned potatoes for dinner or breakfast.

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Grilled swordfish accompanied with a sweet and spicy Apricot salsa. Week 1 Recipe.

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This is a great fall recipe. I like to use it at potluck dinners or tailgating. A twist on your traditional pork and beans.

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