For so long, we’ve been looking for a resource that offered balanced, delicious meals that were relatively quick and came with a ready-to-shop grocery list. We know so many of you are business working professionals or entrepreneurs like us and find yourself eating take-out or snacks for dinner more often than you’d like. Nutrition is so important, and your work truly depends on your health and mental focus.

All that said, starting now, we are rolling out a weekly menu with seven tried-and-true recipes: four simple weeknight meals, a brunch recipe, one treat, and something to bake for a neighbor or friend. We are so excited to share some of our favorite meals with all of you and can’t wait to hear what you think of them! Attached, you’ll find a full grocery list. This list will not include pantry staples like butter, oil, flour, salt, and pepper, so be sure to take stock before you head to the store (or to your favorite grocery delivery app).

 

 

 

 

Weeknight Favorites

 

 

For us, a weeknight meal means ready in under an hour, not too indulgent, and really good. All of these check those boxes + make great lunch leftovers if you’re into that.

 

recipe and image via Half Baked Harvest

 

Kale Caesar with Sweet Potatoes and Crispy Chickpeas

Tips: Double the caesar dressing recipe and keep it on hand for salads all week. It is GOLD.

 

 

recipe and image via Pinch of Yum

 

Instant Pot Pot Roast

For those nights when you need something warm and comforting, but full of vegetables and done in less than an hour. If you don’t have an instant pot, just put it in your crockpot in the morning!

 

 

recipe and image via Pinch of Yum

 

Chipotle Tahini Bowls

That leftover tahini from the kale caesar finds its perfect use. These bowls are also fantastic for meal prep.

 

 

recipe and image via Half Baked Harvest

 

Weeknight Thai Chicken Meatball Khao Soi

We keep this recipe on repeat. Don’t skimp on the egg noodles.

 

 

 

Brunch

 

 

These recipes are made for slow Saturday mornings + pairing well with a bloody mary is a requirement.

 

recipe and image via Smitten Kitchen

 

Chilaquiles Brunch Casserole

Is it authentic? Nope. Does it involve homemade tortilla chips? Yep.

 

 

 

Something Sweet

 

 

After a long week, nothing is better than enjoying a treat, especially if you are able to make it with friends or kids.

 

recipe and image via Minimalist Baker

 

No-Bake Almond Butter Cup Bars

Every time I make these, everyone asks for the recipe and then proceed to be shocked that it’s pretty healthy.

 

 

 

A Bake For A Friend

 

 

I like to have ingredients on hand in case someone needs a pick-me-up, whether it’s a sick neighbor or a friend going through a tough time.

 

recipe and image via Half Baked Harvest

 

Cheaters No-Knead Dutch Oven Sourdough Bread

Nothing says “I love you” like carbs.

 

 

 

 

The Shopping List

 

PROTEIN
3 pounds chuck roast
1 pound ground chicken
10 eggs

 

PRODUCE
1 onion
9 cloves garlic or one head
3 large carrots
3 celery stalks
1 cup mushrooms
1 pound red potatoes
One bunch scallions
4 Avocados
4 sweet potatoes
2 large heads kale
4 cups shredded brussels sprouts
2 lemons
1 orange
1 small piece of ginger
4 heads of baby bok toy
2 shallots

 

HERBS
fresh cilantro for garnishing
fresh thai basil for garnishing
fresh parsley
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
5 sprigs fresh thyme

 

PACKAGED GOODS + CONDIMENTS
tomato paste
red wine
beef broth
chicken broth
Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup cornstarch
12 small (6-inch) corn tortillas
10-ounce can red enchilada sauce
15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14 ounce) can chickpeas
1 packet instant yeast
2 tablespoons dijon mustard
1 jar tahini
1 can chipotles in adobo
1 jar thai red curry paste
quinoa
fish sauce
honey
8 ounces egg or rice noodles
chili garlic oil (to make your own, just saute garlic + chili flakes in sesame oil)
1 1/2 cups raw or roasted almonds or walnuts
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1 cup packed dates
1 cup creamy or crunchy almond butter (or sub other nut or seed butter)
1 Tbsp maple syrup
1 1/4 cup vegan dark chocolate (very finely chopped // 9 ounces yields ~1 1/4 cup)
3 cans light coconut milk
1 Tbsp coconut oil

 

SPICES
1-2 teaspoons chipotle chili powder
2 teaspoons smoked paprika

 

DAIRY
1/3 cup grated parmesan, plus more for serving
1 cup plain greek yogurt
8 ounces coarsely grated shredded monterey jack or cheddar cheese (I used a mix)

 

 

 

We hope you love these recipes as much as we do. If you try them, let us know!

 

 

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