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As much as I love cooking, the week of a holiday used to feel extra stressful. The kids were home, the schedule was off, work was busy, and by dinnertime I was wiped. Some nights I had a plan… some nights I didn’t. And when I did pick a recipe, it was usually way too complicated for a week that was already chaotic.

But here’s what I’ve learned:

✨ Healthy doesn’t have to mean complicated.
✨ Simple doesn’t mean boring.
✨ And family-friendly doesn’t have to mean only nuggets and mac and cheese (even though I love both!).

During busy holiday weeks, simple ingredients, classic flavors, and letting everyone contribute to the menu has truly saved us. It keeps dinner predictable, easy, and actually enjoyable — even with kids running around and routines thrown out the window.

Here’s what we’re eating this week
(Be sure to tap each meal to grab the recipe!)

Beef Stroganoff
BeeF and Broccoli
Crockpot Chicken Pot Pie
Sheet Pan Fajitas
Pan Seared Ranch Chicken

Grab a grocery list for these meals right HERE!

If this is helpful for you, send to a fellow momma who could use it! ❤️

Hi I’m Teresa!

I’m a mom to three, a wife and a physician assistant. I also have a degree in Nutritional Sciences and I love sharing all things life with you! I am passionate about empowering you through education, sharing all my fave products and items that have made life better and creating content to give you value!