Thicc Kitchen’s Weekly Meal Plan
By: Tori McGeehon
December 3rd – 7th 2019
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
LOADED BREAKFAST CASSEROLE
Who doesn’t like to indulge in a little breakfast for dinner every once and a while??? ALSO, you get to have it for a quick, before-work, breakfast the next day! (That is, assuming you have left overs!) This casserole is super easy and just a huge melting pot of all your favorite breakfast goodies but maybe with a fun twist… check out the recipe and you will see what I mean! **Psssssst I’m talking about the potato component**
Tuesday
JAMAICAN RED BEANS AND RICE W/ GRILLED JERK CHICKEN
So, with this recipe you will be sorta “cheating” but we are making dinner a little bit easier and faster. If you just don’t feel like pulling out all the stops tonight, this is the dinner for you. You will have to find Food Network’s jerk chicken sauce but it should be fairly easy. Most larger name grocery stores carry this in the sauce or dressing section! Regardless of not making a sauce from scratch, no one will ever know because this meal is AMAZING!
Wednesday
EASY GREEK CHICKEN SALAD
Since Monday and Tuesday were carb-loaded, let’s chill and enjoy this DELICIOUS flavor packed salad. I hate when people say, “I don’t eat lettuce, I leave that for the rabbits.” That’s because you ARE NOT eating the right salads! Like YES lettuce by itself isn’t pleasant, and if the proportions of toppings and dressings aren’t right, then YES, again I can see where it could be unpleasant. This salad, however, will have you shutting your mouth and CHEWING because this isn’t your average boring salad.
Thursday
TURKEY & NOODS CHILI
We have almost made it to the weekend! Let’s take tonight to relax and warm up with this HEARTY & slightly healthier chili. I’m not a huge red meat fan, so I swap that out with turkey and I promise you, you won’t be able to tell the difference — this chili is so jam-packed with flavor.
Let’s not forget to enjoy a bottle of wine this evening! Here are some great pairing options: If you prefer a white or light wine, try some with more powerful fruity notes or pink wines, if you’re a red drinker, try a nice full-bodied zinfandel
Not into wine? Try amber ales, Guinness, or Sam Adams
Friday
BEAT SAUCE PIZZA W/ HONEY GOAT CHEESE & KALE
Okay so please please please (that’ a lot of pleases so LISTEN UP) do not be scared away by the name of this pizza. I was at first hesitant to even post this recipe on my blog and now even share it again. When I first made this recipe and tried it, I was in complete awe. Not trying to toot my own horn but HOLY it was just too good. If I am being honest, my first thought was: wow, if I ever have my own cafe or restaurant, this would have to be a star on the menu. Do I really want to give this away??? ….But I did, all for the love of food because I couldn’t withhold this glorious pizza all to myself. So I really hope you try this and enjoy it as much as I did.. really!
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.”
Oh So Sweet By Tiphanie
Are you in a rush for lunch, need to bring a birthday goodie to a coworker, just have a sweet tooth in general? Then stop by Tiphanies and fo-fill all those needs. Her sandwiches are to die for, (love the Farmwich) (oh, I can’t forget about the Chicken salad) and don’t get me started on the cookies. If you have never been to Tiphanies, I encourage you to just stop by and check it out. The atmosphere alone will have you wanting more and the menu and options…CRAZY.
Website: https://www.ohsosweetbytiphanie.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OhSoSweetByTiphanie/
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Wake Brewing
Had a rough day at work or need to kill some time in the afternoon? Stop by Wake Brewing and check out all the craft brew options and rock star atmosphere it has to offer. Don’t worry if you don’t have time to stop by during the week, on the weekend you can usually find them sharing their passion for brewing with the many pop-ups or tastings featured at local art museums or punk rock shows. I feel like I always see them hosting amazing shows as well, something you should really check out to explore local bands and art the Quad Cities has to offer & why not enjoy locally brewed beer while you’re at it!
Website: http://www.wakebrewing.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wakebrewing/
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Legends Corner Bar & Grille
Coffee, food, drinks… what more can you ask for!? I love that Legends has so many options, again from coffee, food, and drinks all in one location. I know what your thinking, a bar and grille being more of an adult atmosphere, but it’s not! They also have a wide variety of meals on their children’s menu! Apart from Legends having so many options & being family friendly, they are easy on the budget too and have so many great deals throughout the week. If you take a chance on Legends you gotta stop in and have a burger, you won’t regret it.
Website: http://legendscornerri.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/legendscornerrockisland/
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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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