Meal Planning for Busy Moms | Dinner Ideas, Quick, Delicious, Healthy, Easy Meal Prep
Do you dread meal planning because it’s too complicated and cumbersome? Are you eating fast food and takeout multiple times a week because of your family’s busy schedule or trying to figure out dinner at 5:00 when everyone’s asking, “MOM? What’s for dinner”? Do you wish you had a step-by-step system so you could spend less time planning and meal prepping and more time enjoying quick, healthy, and delicious weeknight meals with your family? I am so excited you are here! In this podcast, I will help you create easy, healthy and yummy meals that Will satisfy even the pickiest eaters! And you’ll only spend 15 minutes a week planning, because my weekly meal plans and other tips, tricks, and strategies will take the guesswork out of the process! Hey, I’m Blaga. A Mama of 4, wife, and a meal planning strategist obsessed with creating systems to make it as easy as possible for us mamas to answer the ‘what’s for dinner?’ dilemma without chaos! For many years, I was doing it all wrong- thinking about dinner by the seat of my pants, not planning, and resorting to takeout and mad dashes to the grocery store wasting my precious time and money. I finally realized if I was going to reduce the chaos, the overwhelm and pressure around the dinner time rush and meal planning, I needed a simple, effective and easy plan I could stick to no matter what was happening in our ever changing, busy lives. So I created a system that fit our family’s busy schedule. One that slipped seamlessly into my already jam-packed life, but I could actually stick with. An easy, simple, and sustainable plan for delicious meals that nourished my family!. And I’m ready to share it with you! If you are ready to find a simple meal planning system that is built for busy moms…. So you can create meals that are quick, healthy, and delicious Hold off on ordering that pizza, and grab your notebook, pen, and maybe a coffee - because we are about to dive in!
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Today, we're diving into a fresh weekly meal plan designed to ease your kitchen time and boost those delicious results. Not only will I walk you through a mouth-watering lineup from Monday to Sunday, but I'll also spill the beans on three game-changing prep tips to cut your cooking time in half. So whether you're a wizard in the kitchen or just trying to avoid a culinary catastrophe, stick with me, and let's make your meal planning a piece of cake—or should I say, a slice of grilled pineapple!
Weekly Meal Plan:
Monday- Baked Salmon with Dill Sauce and Asparagus
Tuesday- BBQ Pork Chops With Potato Packets
Wednesday- Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken with Greek Salad
Thursday- Baked Ziti with Spinach
Friday- Grilled Cheese With Tomato Soup
Saturday- Orange Chicken with Steamed Rice
Sunday- Beef Burgers with caesar salad
Hope this episode inspires you!
XX Blaga
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5 days ago
5 days ago
Hey, Hey!
Gear up, because today we’re diving deep into practical, actionable tips that will help you reduce kitchen chaos. From clever storage solutions to workflow enhancements, these 21 strategies are designed to make your kitchen a serene space where culinary magic happens—not mishaps!
Hope this episode blesses and inspires you!
Xx Blaga
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Sunday May 12, 2024
Sunday May 12, 2024
Hey, Hey my friend!
On today’s episode, we’re diving into a fantastic weekly meal plan that’ll not only save your sanity but also please those tough little food critics we call family. Plus, I’ve thrown in a bonus BBQ menu for the upcoming long weekend. Victoria Day is all about fireworks and grilling, right? So, let’s make it delicious without the stress!
So let’s give you your weekly meal plan to set you up for success…pop in your earbuds and Let’s go!
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Weekly Meal Plan:
Monday - Thai Peanut Chicken Stir-Fry
Tuesday- Spaghetti Squash with Marinara Sauce and Meatballs
Wednesday- Vegetarian Tacos with Lentils
Thursday - Grilled Shrimp and Veggie Kabobs
Friday - Turkey Burgers with Sweet Potato Fries
Saturday - Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast
Sunday - Veggie and Hummus Pitas
Bonus BBQ Menu-
Now, for our Victoria Day celebration—let’s fire up the grill and get those good times rolling with this all-star BBQ lineup.
Appetizer: Grilled BruschettaBread, tomatoes, a drizzle of balsamic glaze—simple yet utterly delicious.
Main: BBQ Ribs and Grilled Corn on the CobSticky, sweet ribs and buttery corn—because it’s not a BBQ without some classics.
Salad: A fresh, herby side that adds a nice punch of healthiness to our BBQ.
Dessert: Grilled Peaches with Vanilla Ice CreamEnd on a sweet note with peaches grilled to caramelized perfection, topped with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream.
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Hope this episode inspires you!
Xx Blaga
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Wednesday May 08, 2024
Wednesday May 08, 2024
In this episode, we'll explore 21 make-ahead meal ideas that are perfect for those who are always on the go. These meals are designed to be prepped in advance, so you can simply 'heat and eat' when it's time to dine. We’re all about making life easier, so put on your aprons, and let’s dive into these sanity-saving recipes!
Hope this episode inspires you!
x
x Blaga
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Sunday May 05, 2024
Sunday May 05, 2024
Hey, Hey!
In today’s episode we are doing a Weekly Whip Up (Meal Plan) that will make your taste buds dance. I also will be sharing how to do a little “catch up” to give yourself a breather and to set your week up for success. I dive into 3 really helpful tips to maximize time and reduce waste, plus we wrap it up with 2 delicious wrap ideas that you can use for lunches throughout the week! So, grab your favorite mug, pour yourself a drink, and let' do this! Weekly Meal Plan:
Monday- Pork Tenderloin With Apple Slaw
Tuesday- Quinoa and Black Bean Filled Peppers
Wednesday- Chicken Broccoli Alfredo
Thursday- Beef and Broccoli Over Brown Rice
Friday- Baked Cod With Lemon and Herbs
Saturday- Pasta Primavera
Sunday- BBQ Chicken Pizza
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Hope this episode inspires you!
Xx Blaga
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Wednesday May 01, 2024
Wednesday May 01, 2024
Hey, Hey!
I’m super excited to kick off May aka Honoring Mom Month with a special 5 part series that will empower you, inspire you, and sprinkle a little fun into your meal planning game!
Here at Meal Planning for busy moms, we believe that a busy mom is a super mom—and with a little planning, every mom can be a gourmet chef in her own kitchen."
And with me your Speedy Gourmet in your corner, meal planning is about to get a whole lot easier—and way more fun!
So let’s dive into the part #1 of the 5 part series where we transform your snack options from blah to hurrah! We’ll explore 21 snack ideas that are perfect for your hectic lifestyle. Whether you’re running from soccer practice to dance recitals or just trying to survive a day of errands, we’ve got something that will keep everyone happy and healthy.
Get ready to snack smarter, not harder! 😀
Hope this episode inspires you!
xx Blaga
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Wednesday May 01, 2024
Wednesday May 01, 2024
Hello, marvelous moms and culinary conquerors! 🌷 Welcome to a very special edition of "Meal Planning for Busy Moms." I'm thrilled to kick off an extraordinary journey this Mother's Day—why limit ourselves to just a day when we can celebrate all month? That's right, welcome to Mother’s Month, where we honor the superheroes who not only juggle life’s chaos but also manage to whip up dinner amidst it all!
This May, we’re not just celebrating with flowers and cards. We’re diving deep into a five-part series crafted especially for you—the queen of quick fixes, the ruler of meal prep, the savior of snack time. Each episode is packed with practical, powerful meal planning strategies to not only nourish your family but also reclaim your time and reduce kitchen stress. From tasty snacks to full-on feasts, get ready to transform the way you handle mealtime.
So pop in those earbuds, grab a coffee and let's dive into the part #1 of the 5 part series!
Hope this series blesses you, and Happy Mother's Month~A Celebration of You- Supermom and Meal Mastery!
xx Blaga
Sunday Apr 28, 2024
Sunday Apr 28, 2024
Hey Friend!
Today, we're diving into a topic that's a total game-changer for busy folks and minimalists alike: one-pot wonders. That’s right, we’re talking about those magical meals where everything cooks together in a single pot, saving you time, effort, and oh so many dishes. Plus, I'll walk you through a whole week's meal plan with not just one, but two fabulous one-pot dinners. So, grab your favorite mug, pour yourself a drink, and let' do this
Weekly Meal Plan:
Monday - Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken Breast
Tuesday- one-pot wonder: a creamy tomato basil pasta.
Wednesday- Chicken Fajitas
Thursday - One Pot Comforting Beef Stew
Friday - Pizza Night
Saturday - Spicy Sausage and Vegetable Jambalaya
Sunday - Roasted Chicken Dinner with Veggies and Gravy
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Hope this episode inspires you!
xx Blaga (aka The Speedy Gourmet)
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Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
Are you ready to take your leftovers from drab to fab? We've all been there - staring blankly into the fridge at those forgotten containers of last night's dinner. But fear not, because today I'm here to show you how to transform those leftovers into mouth watering dinners that will make you say, Leftovers who? So grab your coffee and let's dive!
Hope this episode blesses you!
Xx Blaga
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Sunday Apr 21, 2024
Sunday Apr 21, 2024
Hey beautiful Mam,
In this episode I share a weekly meal plan to help reduce some of the decision fatigue around what to cook throughout the week, and I’m going to be talking about up-leveling your containers, and why you might want to set some time aside to do the same!
This simple act of up-leveling your container will bring so much ease, flow, confidence and organization!
So let’s unpack this…pop in your earbuds and Let’s go!
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Weekly Meal Plan:
Monday - Crunchy Ranch Chicken with veggies and fresh fruit
Tuesday- Sticky Pork Chops in slow cooker, with rice and frozen veggies
Wednesday- Chilli and biscuits
Thursday - Chicken and mushroom tortellini
Friday - steak sandwich and caesar salad
Saturday - Taco Salad
Sunday - Belgium Waffles and bacon
Up-leveling containers! What are gonna be your containers you up-level? MIne were glass jars with bamboo lids!
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Hope this episode blesses you!
xx Blaga
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