Thicc Kitchen’s Weekly Meal Plan
By: Tori McGeehon
November 26th – 30th 2018
Figuring out what to make for dinner every night just got easier! I know everyone dreads the question, “What do you want to eat?” and a reply of the classic “I don’t care, what ever you want…” and the back and forth bickering until eventually one person gets what they want and the other is left to mosey on with the choices the other made.
Let’s skip that tiring argument and take a look at all the craving-satisfying meals I have planned out for you this week…
You’re welcome.
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Monday
MANGO CASHEW CHICKEN SALAD
Don’t get me wrong, I love all of the holidays this time of year and all the food that comes along with these holidays. But sometimes, you just need to reset. Let’s start Monday off right and light with this AMAZING salad! Obviously, this isn’t your ordinary garden salad, but let’s give it a try! You don’t know what you’re missing!
Tuesday
TURMERIC CAULIFLOWER BUDDHA BOWL
Again, this week, I’m usually trying to focus on resetting my body and mind with eating right and light. After shoving my face with all sorts of carbs and yummy desserts, I like to try to eat “real food” and not un-godly amounts of potatoes and pies. This Buddha bowl is bursting with flavor and beautiful, healthy, veggies from all colors of the rainbow. I KNOW IT LOOKS LIKE WORK, but it is soooo worth it and it makes for a great next day lunch at work!
Wednesday
TURKEY/BACON/PROSCIUTTO SAMMIE
Let’s skip the shameful Subway run this week and treat ourselves with a sandwich that will leave you feeling full and satisfied. After making this beautiful sandwich, you will feel like you can out sub any Subway “sandwich artist” every day of the week! Also, with this sandwich, you can actually know what’s going into it and the quality of ingredients as well!
Thursday
BEAUTIFUL BEET HUMMUS
Okay, okay, okay, I know you’re thinking: “TORI HOW IS THIS DINNER?!” and let me tell you, with all the flavor and health benefits from this hummus, you will be left more than satisfied. I love to think of it as a sort of fondue dinner… my favorite dipping yummies to pair with this hummus are: pita bread or chips, grilled chicken bites, broccoli, french bread, bagel chips or bites, pretzel chips, cucumbers, carrots, pumpernickel squares, OR WHATEVER YOU WANT!
Friday
FRESH TOM SAUCE SPAGHETTI W/ TURKEY MEAT BALLS
I know I said I was going to try to keep this week light but its FRIDAY! TGIF right? So lets compromise with a low fat, healthier, meat option **drum roll** TURKEY. I love these turkey meatballs and honestly, with all the flavor they have, you will have no IDEA you are eating turkey compared to beef. If you want to lighten this meal up, even more, try using spaghetti squash instead of pasta noodles.
BUT WAIT, THERE’S MORE
If you’re like us, some nights there is just too much going on to find time to cook! On those nights, convenience takes precedence. That doesn’t have to mean you are giving up quality, though! We asked Tori for her expert advice on those days that we’re just too tired or busy to prepare a meal.
This week, she recommends supporting THESE local establishments:
“Life is rough. I get that you won’t always have time, motivation, or brain power to keep running to the store, making dinner, or even thinking about a meal plan… thankfully, we have A TON of great places that do all that for you in the QC.”
Cafe Fresh
I love Cafe Fresh. Fresh is in their name and that’s exactly what you will get. I have never had a bad experience at Cafe fresh and I have honestly liked everything I have put into my mouth there. Some of my recommendations are the Tuna Garden Salad, they have a KILLER grilled cheese, Tortilla soup (YUMMY) and of course, you HAVE to try their complimentary (with some meals) pickle rolls!
Website: http://cafefresheateryandwinebar.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Cafe-Fresh-379664953124/
Simple Superfood Cafe
This is their mission statement:
“It’s Simple, bring the freshest, locally responsible food to you, “farm to glass.” That way, our cold-pressed juices and superfoods will have all the live enzymes, nutrients, and vitamins your body needs. Whether you are looking to energize, heal, or restore, let Simple Superfood Cafe support you on your journey with amazing juice and new friendships.”
I have stopped in once or twice when I feel like I have been treating my body like trash. I can tell you, just looking at the meal or drink you will order will already have you feeling like a God. My favorite thing to do going here is to just order the most popular items. Sometimes, I feel clueless looking at a healthier, specialized food item. AANNDDD, you can try something new every time!!
Website: https://www.simplesuperfoodcafe.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Simplesuperfoodcafe/
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Healthy Harvest Urban Farms
When I have free time, I love to just swing by local stores that specialize in bringing local products and goodies to us (the locals, duh)! I realize buying all your groceries from a store like this may require special budgets or time and ease you may not think you have. But, just stopping in and looking at what all they have that chain stores don’t and leaving with one or two items is better than none, and you really don’t know what you are missing!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/healthyharvesturbanfarms/
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As always, if you have any questions about my recipes or suggestions please reach out! Also, of course, let me know some of your favorite QC food-related establishments or anything you would like me to check out!!
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Thanks, as always,
Tori McGeehon
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