This week was an EXACT reminder of why I thrive on meal planning and meal prep. Our flight home last weekend was delayed by three hours, which means there was no time for me to cook anything ahead of time. Let me tell you, winging it during the week at 8PM when we’re all tired and hungry and just want to eat is not ideal. I don’t know how all of you non-planners do it!! Teach me your spontaneous cooking ways.
I’m so excited to get back into my groove this week. I’ve already made list upon list upon list to keep myself organized and to make sure that everything gets cooked. Some might call it neurotic, but I don’t think so. It’s just necessity.
We are having a little belated Halloween get-together this week as an excuse to dress Remy up one more time and to actually get to wear our family costume. Obviously I’m hosting, which is INSANE, but it’s also kind of an excuse to bake an absurdly decadent cake. It’s gonna be good!
Happy eating!
Sunday
Spaghetti Squash with Broccoli Pumpkin Seed Pesto from The Roasted Root
Prep Ahead Tip: The spaghetti squash can be roasted up to 3 days ahead of time, and the broccoli pumpkin seed pesto can be prepared up to 5 days in advance.
Vegan/Gluten-free Substitutions: Omit the parmesan cheese from the pesto and add 2 tablespoons of nutritional yeast to make this recipe vegan.
Monday
Curried Cauliflower Chickpea Buddha Bowls from Hummusapien
Prep Ahead Tip: Sauce can be prepared ahead of time.
Vegan/Gluten-free Substitutions: Recipe is vegan and gluten-free.
Tuesday
Thai Red Curry with Roasted Cauliflower and Delicata Squash from Eats Well With Others
Prep Ahead Tip: The vegetables can be roasted a day or two ahead of time.
Vegan/Gluten-free Substitutions: Recipe is already vegan. To make it gluten free, substitute tamari for the soy sauce.
Wednesday
Sheet Pan Rosemary Potatoes with Balsamic Mushrooms and Kale from Making Thyme for Health
Prep Ahead Tip: Potatoes can be roasted up to 2 days in advance. Kale and mushrooms can also be prepared in advance.
Vegan/Gluten-free Substitutions: Recipe is vegan. Use tamari or coconut aminos to make it gluten-free.
Thursday
Crispy Baked Tacos with Seasoned Cauliflower from She Likes Food
Prep Ahead Tip: Cauliflower mixture can be made up to 2 days in advance.
Vegan/Gluten-free Substitutions: Recipe is already gluten-free. Use non-dairy cheese to make vegan.
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I don’t know how non -planners do it either!
This meal plan is so detailed, practical, and helpful, Joanne! I especially loved the recipe for the crispy baked tacos with seasoned cauliflower. Can’t wait to try all of them!