Meal Plan Mondays

So I guess that's what I am calling it these days. When Sunday rolls around I just don't have the gusto to plan our meals out AND make it to the grocery store. It's always way too crowded and they are always out of stuff so I wait until Monday. Ryan and I usually do something fun in the morning and then after nap time we head to Central Market to get food for the week. Ryan digs the carts with the cars on top and he also is a BIG fan of the balloons so it works out well. Plus CM always has a ton of yummy fruit and bread for him to snack on. Anyhow, here is what we are working with this week:

Monday: Chili-lime Tilpaia, Herbed Basamati Rice and Fresh Spinach.

Kevin and I were both pretty big fans - it was just what we needed after a weekend of not so healthy food. Kevin rated this guy a solid four starts.

Chili-Lime Tilapia (or any white flaky fish) Servings: 4 Time: 20 mins

Ingredients 6 tilapia fillets

1/4 cup olive oil 2 teaspoons lime juice 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Directions 1. Preheat oven to broil. 2. Place fillets in a baking dish. 3. Drizzle oil and lime juice on fillets. 4. Sprinkle with chili powder and salt. 5. Cook for about 10 minutes watching to make sure it doesn't overcook.

Herbed Basmati Rice Servings: 4-6 Time: 30 mins

Ingredients 1 1/2 cups basmati rice

3 cups chicken stock ( low sodium fat free) 1 teaspoon kosher salt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 teaspoons parsley

1 teaspoon dill, dried 1 tablespoon fresh scallions, white and green parts 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions 1. Combine rice, stock and butter in a saucepan. 2. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce the heat to low, stir once, and simmer for

15 minutes. 3. Add herbs, stir, cover and continue to cook for 5 more minutes.

Tuesday: Manicotti with Turkey Sausage and Mushrooms

Wednesday: Braised Beef Stroganoff

Thursday:  Halloween Party @ LCC

Friday: Dine out

Hope you have a wonderful week!