Weekly Meal Plan 7.10.26
- Creative Manager
- Jul 9
- 2 min read
If you're trying to avoid the 4:30pm "what are we eating tonight?" panic, here's a simple meal lineup with recipes from some of our favorite family food blogs plus one of our own recent favorites.
This creamy pasta combines crispy kielbasa sausage, parmesan cream sauce, spinach, and tomatoes for a dinner that feels comforting without requiring a lot of effort. It's rich, satisfying, and comes together in about 30 minutes.
Mel is one of our go-to sources for dependable family dinners, and her Lemon Butter Chicken is exactly the kind of recipe that earns a permanent spot in the rotation. Tender chicken in a buttery lemon sauce feels elevated enough for company but easy enough for a weeknight.
Burger night without the buns. These burger bowls are loaded with seasoned beef and all your favorite burger toppings and are perfect for families who like to customize their plates. They're quick, filling, and great for summer dinners.
These tacos are crunchy, family-friendly, and easy to prep ahead for busy evenings. Set out toppings buffet-style and let everyone build their own.
When in doubt, roast broccoli and add parmesan. This simple side pairs with almost anything on this list and is one of those vegetables that kids are surprisingly willing to eat.
Grocery List
Produce
2 heads broccoli
2 cups baby spinach
1 can diced tomatoes
1 head garlic
2 lemons
Lettuce or romaine for burger bowls
Tomatoes for burger bowls and tacos
Red onion
Pickles
Avocados
Taco toppings of choice (cilantro, jalapeños, lime)
Meat
13.5 oz kielbasa sausage
Chicken breasts or thighs for lemon butter chicken
Ground beef for burger bowls
Chicken for crispy chicken tacos
Dairy
2 cups heavy cream
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
Butter
Shredded cheddar cheese
Sour cream
Optional taco cheese
Pantry
16 oz penne pasta
Olive oil
Italian seasoning
Salt
Pepper
Burger sauce or condiments of choice
Taco shells or tortillas
Breadcrumbs or coating ingredients for crispy chicken tacos
Optional Extras
Extra parmesan for serving
Red pepper flakes
Bacon bits for burger bowls
French fries or roasted potatoes for burger bowls
Salsa and guacamole for taco night
There are enough leftovers built into this plan for lunches, and the ingredient overlap helps keep the grocery bill and food waste down while still making it feel like you're eating something different every night. Enjoy! Check back next week for another fresh set of recipes!
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