{"id":92288,"date":"2025-03-17T05:08:40","date_gmt":"2025-03-17T05:08:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/17\/weekly-meal-plan-38-the-recipe-critic\/"},"modified":"2025-03-17T05:08:40","modified_gmt":"2025-03-17T05:08:40","slug":"weekly-meal-plan-38-the-recipe-critic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/17\/weekly-meal-plan-38-the-recipe-critic\/","title":{"rendered":"Weekly Meal Plan #38 | The Recipe Critic"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"post-intro\">\n<div class=\"aff-disc\">\n<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/privacy-policy\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">disclosure policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Week-38-Meal-Plan-Collage-.png\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"Weekly Meal Plan #38\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Week-38-Meal-Plan-Collage-.png\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div>\n<p><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p>This week\u2019s meal plan includes a NEW one that I know you are going to be obsessed with\u2026 French Onion Pot Roast! It might be the most delicious things I have had this year!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Week-38-Meal-Plan-Collage-.png\" alt=\"Collage of 5 recipes for a meal plan with a graphic that says week 38 meal plan with shopping list. \" class=\"wp-image-293902\" title=\"This week's recipes include a NEW one that I know you are going to be obsessed with... French Onion Pot Roast! It might be the most delicious things I have had this year!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/weekly-meal-plan-38\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Weekly Meal Plan #38\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Week-38-Meal-Plan-Collage-.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Week-38-Meal-Plan-Collage-.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Week-38-Meal-Plan-Collage--334x500.png 334w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Week-38-Meal-Plan-Collage--1025x1536.png 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Week-38-Meal-Plan-Collage--400x600.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Week-38-Meal-Plan-Collage--150x225.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-s-for-dinner\">What\u2019s For Dinner?<\/h2>\n<p>My menu plans take the stress out of dinnertime with\u00a0<em>tried-and-true<\/em>\u00a0recipes your family will love! Because each plan is packed with easy, flavorful meals using simple ingredients,  it saves you time and extra grocery trips. Plus, with a little prep\u2014like chopping veggies or marinating your meat in advance\u2014cooking becomes even faster.\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-roundup-item wprm-recipe-roundup-item-165615 wprm-recipe-template-cwp-roundup\" data-servings=\"3\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-normal nopin\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 4px;border-style: solid;border-color: #ffffff;\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" class=\"attachment-250x250 size-250x250\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/asparagusstuffedchicken-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/asparagusstuffedchicken-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/asparagusstuffedchicken-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/asparagusstuffedchicken-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/asparagusstuffedchicken-96x96.jpg 96w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/weekly-meal-plan-38\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Weekly Meal Plan #38\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/asparagusstuffedchicken-250x250.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/asparagusstuffedchicken-250x250.jpg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 4px;border-style: solid;border-color: #ffffff;\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/asparagusstuffedchicken-250x250.jpg\" class=\"attachment-250x250 size-250x250\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/asparagusstuffedchicken-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/asparagusstuffedchicken-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/asparagusstuffedchicken-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/asparagusstuffedchicken-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/asparagusstuffedchicken-96x96.jpg 96w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/weekly-meal-plan-38\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Weekly Meal Plan #38\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/asparagusstuffedchicken-250x250.jpg\"\/><\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-roundup-content\">\n<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-none\">Cheesy Asparagus Stuffed Chicken<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">This asparagus stuffed chicken is incredibly juicy and tender. Flavored with the most delicious spices and stuffed with the incredibly healthy vegetable, asparagus, you will want to lick your plate clean!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>    <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/asparagus-stuffed-chicken\/\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--primary);background-color: transparent;border-color: var(--wp--preset--color--primary);border-radius: 0px;padding: 13px 19px;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-roundup-link wprm-recipe-link wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-roundup-link-inline-button wprm-recipe-link-inline-button wprm-color-accent\" aria-label=\"Cheesy Asparagus Stuffed Chicken\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">View Recipe<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-roundup-item wprm-recipe-roundup-item-62121 wprm-recipe-template-cwp-roundup\" data-servings=\"4\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-normal nopin\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 4px;border-style: solid;border-color: #ffffff;\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" class=\"attachment-250x250 size-250x250\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/garlichickenstirfry-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/garlichickenstirfry-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/garlichickenstirfry-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/garlichickenstirfry-600x600.jpg 600w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/weekly-meal-plan-38\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Weekly Meal Plan #38\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/garlichickenstirfry-250x250.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/garlichickenstirfry-250x250.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 4px;border-style: solid;border-color: #ffffff;\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/garlichickenstirfry-250x250.jpg\" class=\"attachment-250x250 size-250x250\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/garlichickenstirfry-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/garlichickenstirfry-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/garlichickenstirfry-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/garlichickenstirfry-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/weekly-meal-plan-38\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Weekly Meal Plan #38\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/garlichickenstirfry-250x250.jpg\"\/><\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-roundup-content\">\n<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-none\">Garlic Chicken Stir Fry<\/h2>\n<p>This garlic chicken stir fry is a quick and easy dinner that\u2019s perfect for those busy weeknights! Cubes of chicken are cooked with colorful veggies and tossed in a flavorful garlic sauce for a meal that\u2019s way better than take out!<\/p>\n<p>    <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/garlic-chicken-stir-fry\/\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--primary);background-color: transparent;border-color: var(--wp--preset--color--primary);border-radius: 0px;padding: 13px 19px;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-roundup-link wprm-recipe-link wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-roundup-link-inline-button wprm-recipe-link-inline-button wprm-color-accent\" aria-label=\"Garlic Chicken Stir Fry\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">View Recipe<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-roundup-item wprm-recipe-roundup-item-129117 wprm-recipe-template-cwp-roundup\" data-servings=\"4\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-normal nopin\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 4px;border-style: solid;border-color: #ffffff;\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" class=\"attachment-250x250 size-250x250\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/sweetandsourpork2-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/sweetandsourpork2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/sweetandsourpork2-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/sweetandsourpork2-600x600.jpg 600w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/weekly-meal-plan-38\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Weekly Meal Plan #38\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/sweetandsourpork2-250x250.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/sweetandsourpork2-250x250.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 4px;border-style: solid;border-color: #ffffff;\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/sweetandsourpork2-250x250.jpg\" class=\"attachment-250x250 size-250x250\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/sweetandsourpork2-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/sweetandsourpork2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/sweetandsourpork2-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/sweetandsourpork2-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/weekly-meal-plan-38\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Weekly Meal Plan #38\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/sweetandsourpork2-250x250.jpg\"\/><\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-roundup-content\">\n<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-none\">Sweet and Sour Pork<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">This sensational Sweet and Sour Pork is everything you want in take out, only better!\u00a0 You are going to love the succulent pork combined with the most incredible sauce!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>    <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sweet-and-sour-pork\/\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--primary);background-color: transparent;border-color: var(--wp--preset--color--primary);border-radius: 0px;padding: 13px 19px;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-roundup-link wprm-recipe-link wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-roundup-link-inline-button wprm-recipe-link-inline-button wprm-color-accent\" aria-label=\"Sweet and Sour Pork\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">View Recipe<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-roundup-item wprm-recipe-roundup-item-288900 wprm-recipe-template-cwp-roundup\" data-servings=\"6\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-normal nopin\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 4px;border-style: solid;border-color: #ffffff;\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" class=\"attachment-250x250 size-250x250\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/french-onion-roast-1-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/french-onion-roast-1-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/french-onion-roast-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/french-onion-roast-1-96x96.jpg 96w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/weekly-meal-plan-38\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Weekly Meal Plan #38\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/french-onion-roast-1-250x250.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/french-onion-roast-1-250x250.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 4px;border-style: solid;border-color: #ffffff;\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/french-onion-roast-1-250x250.jpg\" class=\"attachment-250x250 size-250x250\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/french-onion-roast-1-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/french-onion-roast-1-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/french-onion-roast-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/french-onion-roast-1-96x96.jpg 96w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/weekly-meal-plan-38\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Weekly Meal Plan #38\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/french-onion-roast-1-250x250.jpg\"\/><\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-roundup-content\">\n<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-none\">French Onion Pot Roast<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">This French Onion Pot Roast becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender as it simmers in a rich, savory gravy infused with sweet caramelized onions. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>    <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/french-onion-pot-roast\/\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--primary);background-color: transparent;border-color: var(--wp--preset--color--primary);border-radius: 0px;padding: 13px 19px;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-roundup-link wprm-recipe-link wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-roundup-link-inline-button wprm-recipe-link-inline-button wprm-color-accent\" aria-label=\"French Onion Pot Roast\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">View Recipe<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-roundup-item wprm-recipe-roundup-item-67517 wprm-recipe-template-cwp-roundup\" data-servings=\"8\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-normal nopin\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 4px;border-style: solid;border-color: #ffffff;\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" class=\"attachment-250x250 size-250x250\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/broiled_salmon-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/broiled_salmon-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/broiled_salmon-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/broiled_salmon-600x600.jpg 600w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/weekly-meal-plan-38\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Weekly Meal Plan #38\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/broiled_salmon-250x250.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/broiled_salmon-250x250.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 4px;border-style: solid;border-color: #ffffff;\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/broiled_salmon-250x250.jpg\" class=\"attachment-250x250 size-250x250\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/broiled_salmon-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/broiled_salmon-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/broiled_salmon-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/broiled_salmon-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/weekly-meal-plan-38\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Weekly Meal Plan #38\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/broiled_salmon-250x250.jpg\"\/><\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-roundup-content\">\n<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-none\">Honey Garlic Dijon Broiled Salmon<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Honey Garlic Dijon Broiled Salmon\u00a0<\/strong><em>seasoned with herbs and\u00a0b\u00a0that comes together in just 15 minutes and literally has the best flavor ever! The best salmon of my life!<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>    <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/broiled-salmon\/\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--primary);background-color: transparent;border-color: var(--wp--preset--color--primary);border-radius: 0px;padding: 13px 19px;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-roundup-link wprm-recipe-link wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-roundup-link-inline-button wprm-recipe-link-inline-button wprm-color-accent\" aria-label=\"Honey Garlic Dijon Broiled Salmon\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">View Recipe<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\" id=\"h-how-many-does-it-feed\">How Many Does it Feed?<\/h2>\n<p>This free weekly meal plan is just what you need to get your week started. It provides five meals that will feed 4-6 (depending on if you are feeding adults or kids), AND it includes a shopping list! With fresh new ideas and easy-to-make recipes, having a weekly menu plan will be a lifesaver.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-should-i-meal-plan-nbsp\">Why Should I Meal Plan?\u00a0<\/h3>\n<p>Meal planning isn\u2019t just about what\u2019s for dinner\u2014it\u2019s about making life smoother and more enjoyable. Here\u2019s why it works for me:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Less Stress:<\/strong>\u00a0Knowing what\u2019s on the menu takes the guesswork out of mealtime, so you can relax and focus on what matters.<\/li>\n<li><strong>More Variety:<\/strong>\u00a0Planning ahead lets you mix things up and try new recipes without falling into the same dinner rut.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Family Time:<\/strong>\u00a0When dinner is all figured out then there\u2019s more time to sit down together and enjoy it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Give it a try\u2014it might just become your new favorite habit!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<section class=\"block-post-listing cwp-large layout-4up-grid\">\n<header>\n<p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-side-dishes-for-dinner\">Side Dishes for Dinner  <\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<\/header>\n<\/section>\n<p>My weekly menu plans always include a printable shopping list that is measured out and ready to go. It makes things so easy!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"927\" alt=\"A pdf of a meal plan and a shopping list. \" class=\"wp-image-293903\" title=\"This week's recipes include a NEW one that I know you are going to be obsessed with... French Onion Pot Roast! 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