what's for dinner?

3 little words I won't have to think {or hear} for the next 60 days.

I finished my latest meal plan today.
Since we've been back from Christmas I been "winging it" every night. I'm not good at this. I love plans and lists and being organized...sooo, I am so happy to have my little grid up on the fridge again!

I was trying to think of a way I could share it, because I am sure there are a lot of people who also love a good meal plan...but I don't think there is...sorry- haha!

So, I'll just share the steps to make your own! {it takes up a good chunk of time, but it is SO worth it!}

1. {depending on how many days you want to plan for} collect a list of recipes you want to make {I did my plan for 60 days, so I used 25 recipes- which will each be used twice. The rest of the days are filled with left-over nights} 

2. break down all the recipes into a big list of all the ingredients { I split my paper in half and list all the non-perishable items on one side}


3. fill in the grid or calender {I try to put recipes that have similar perishable items within a week or so of each other...things like, sour cream, and fresh veggies, and make sure you put the recipe source with it so you don't forget where it came from!}


4. make the shopping lists! {I put ALL the non-perishable items on one list for a Costco trip, and then make a list for every other Monday of the perishable things I'll need}


here's a few of the recipes I am using from online!
enjoy!
Lasagna Soup
Ranch House Crock-Pot Pork Chops
Monterey Chicken
Spinach Lasagna Roll-Ups