Meal planning is a legit skill

This is exactly why I am doing this. When things are difficult for me, I am the kind of person who sets up a strategic attack. So this challenge is my strategic attack!Here we are again on Sunday about to go grocery shopping late in the evening. Things popped up again, last-minute. Daniel worked in the kitchen as a line cook for his friend’s restaurant last night. That came out of nowhere, but was an amazing experience for him – he loves the kitchen!

Lessons Learned from 2 Weeks of Meal Planning

1. A prep day is an absolute must. So I added a “Prep Day” section to the weekly meal plan sheet. Things like CrockPot meals are only “easy” when they are prepared in advance. Throw contents from bag in CrockPot and press start.
2. Awareness of difficulty level is good to know in advance. When Daniel cooks from scratch without a plan, its likely going to be an extremely complicated recipe. It’s true! So when we have a plan, it’s doable. 
3. Staple recipes will save your butt. At least, they save mine. If you’ve been following, you see that many recipes have stayed on the list from week 1 to week 2 and now to week 3. I’m going to try to phase things out, as I get more comfortable with planning 21 meals a week. 
4. A cheat meal might salvage a weary cook.  This week, one would say we “failed.” I ate two meals that were not on the menu. Why? The first meal was The other was a last minute, surprise birthday party for someone we value greatly!

Meal Planning Madness Week 3

I’m pumped to share a few exciting things. I’m nailing down a collaboration for next week that would result in a really special gift for one of you! For this week, I have two special offers related to this week’s meals. 

Plated Promo Code: PLATEDVIP19

We have been gifted a box from Plated. It arrives tomorrow with all the ingredients for two meals and one dessert. They are offering all of you 40% off your first 2 orders with Promo Code: PLATEDVIP19. Click this LINK. Plated has been amazing. Let me know how your experience with Plated is! Tag me, message me, please let me know!

Taco Holders (PROMO OFFER COMING SOON)

Tacos are legitimately one of my favorites that Daniel prepares! He made it for our daughter’s first birthday party blowout. Sadly, we didn’t take many pictures. However, I almost immediately started to salivate thinking about how amazing it was. So, I’m excited to give you an offer for these Taco Holders. I’ll update with a recipe as well as the promo code.  

This Week’s Meal Plan

Any Professional Meal Planners??

This challenge has been one from my heart and for my heart. My husband is such an amazing chef and help around the house. He’s constantly cooking and we are both exhausted by the end of our work days. We have financial goals that will require us to get a little  Here’s what I ask:

1. Join me for one FULL week
2. By Sunday evening, 3/24, fill out the blank template, use last week’s template, or use this weeks along with me. 
3. Please send good recipes!
4. Hashtag #MEALPLANNINGMADNESS
5. Tag me in your Instagram posts and stories @makehomewarm
6. Follow/Share any of my blogs/images on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest or Instagram

There’s a prize…

At the end of the month, I have a really exciting opportunity for you all! More details coming soon. Meanwhile, stay engaged:

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