When did Sunday become the new Saturday? I crave a weekend that’s a little quieter, a little less focused on youth sports and a lot more focused on recharging with my family. This Sunday, we have an extra golf team practice, a driving lesson and club volleyball. Our church routine hasn’t been very stellar this…
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Weekly Meal Plan//April 1-5
A cold front blew into Houston last night and all I want to do is crawl back in bed with the Sunday New York Times. Yesterday was a full day. A grilling demo at Bering’s, a Boy Scout concession stand, play dates and a b’nai mitzvah. I can not sit through a bar mitzvah ceremony…
Weekly Meal Plan // March 24-29
Weekly Meal Plan Alert! It’s a crazy week ahead. Four cooking classes, a local TV appearance and “mom life” in between. I’m resigned to the fact that it’s just gonna be this way until summer. That’s why a weekly meal plan saves me time and again. Make a plan for your weeknight dinners and take…
Weekly Meal Plan // February 18-23
MONDAY No school (and no homework!). It looks like a rainy day in Houston, and a cozy baked casserole sounds perfect. Skinnytaste has a zucchini rollatini that sounds delicious. I’ve also made Alexandra Kitchen eggplant involtini many times. To be honest, my kids don’t love this dinner, so I’ll probably make a very simple side…
Weekly Meal Plan // February 10-15
Valentine’s Day is Thursday and I haven’t even dragged my decorations out of the attic yet. I’m all for festive holiday decor, but the effort! The effort, ya,ll! I don’t want to get them down and put them back up. You with me? Or are you a crafty Martha Stewart-type who has had origami hearts…
Weekly Meal Plan // Week of November 25
Back to reality after a week of exploring Nashville, Blackberry Farm, Chapel Hill and Charleston. A break from work, teaching classes, homework and carpools was such needed before the next batch of holidays. I’m thankful we had beautiful weather on our trip and time with my parents, sister and her family. Having a weekly meal…
Weekly Meal Plan // Week of October 7
SUNDAY We’re grilling steaks from Five Marys Farm tonight, topped with their signature spice rub full of red chili flakes, rosemary and thyme. Twice baked mashed potatoes will be perfect on the side, they’re a Southern staple full of sour cream, cheese and butter (naturally). Roasted green beans and arugula salad for a touch of green….
Weekly Meal Plan // Week of September 30
Here we go! October is upon us, and that means we may dip below 90 degrees in Houston any day now. It also means it’s time for one of my absolute favorite things: Round Top antiquing. I first heard about Round Top circa 1993 from one of my University of Colorado roommates who grew up…
Whole30 Meal Plan // Week of September 10
MONDAY We have a few extra kids coming over before their first Young Life meeting tonight. I’m making a big batch of weeknight chili and putting out all the fixings (grated cheese, sour cream, corn bread). If you’re doing Whole30, scoop out some of the chili before adding the beans. I may stir in a cup…
Whole30 Weekly Meal Plan // Week of September 3
Whole30 Week 1 Monday is day one of Whole30 for me. I can’t wait to share my delicious Whole30 meal plans with you. I’ve been stockpiling recipes and brainstorming all summer. My family will be eating Whole30 dinners, and I promise they will have no clue! Not to say I won’t give them a hamburger…