What's Cookin'? When Life Happens and Plans Change

If you read my last article you may recall that two weeks ago I had planned to make quinoa with roasted squash and balsamic brussel sprouts.  However, there was a bit of a teen crisis that needed my attention.  I ended up running out of time to cook and ordered a pizza.  The benefit of meal planning and prepping is that when things like that happen it’s ok.  It’s not like we already ordered out three time that week.  The kids considered it a welcome surprise.  I like Pizza Oven too--once in a while.  

What's Cookin': Family Meal Planning

Standing in front of the refrigerator or pantry asking myself or worse yet, my children “what should I make for dinner?” is never a good feeling--at least not for me.  My crew is on the go with school, dance, play practice, etc so planning ahead is a must for me.  I began weekly meal planning with a reasonable amount of regularity a few years ago.  I was trying to regain my health (after 4 children and a minor bout of cancer), as well as some sense of organization and control over our daily routine.  So I looked to my friends and various internet sites for advice and ideas.