March 11 Meal Plan

Hello!

I’m writing from the mountains where it is so snowy and we even have the Christmas tree still up, it feels like we went back in time a few months. It’s cozy but a little bewildering since I’m feeling so ready for spring. Hope you are having a good weekend, wherever you are.

Quick links

lentil soup and paratha // satay chicken noodle salad // rice and bean burritos // date night rigatoni, baked penne alla vodka // blondies

Weeknight meals

• Lentil soup and paratha

  • I watched a video of someone making paratha this week and I had to have some. It’s so delicious and flaky, perfect for dipping into a soup, curry or dal. Making it is a fun project too!

  • I’ve already shared two red lentil soups that I’ve loved, (basic and turkish) but here’s one more if you want to try. This soup is a little smoky and creamy, perfect for dipping paratha or crusty bread.

• Satay chicken noodle salad

  • I love peanut noodles in any recipe so this dish is a favorite. The combination of the curry chicken is great with the peanut sauce. I like to add in raw bell peppers and scallions for a little more crunch and flavor.

image from melskitchencafe.com

• Rice and bean burritos

  • You can make these ahead of time and freeze them to make dinners or lunches really easy. These are perfect for a week when you need to make something very easy and very cheap. You can add sauteed peppers and onions, guacamole and salsa to make these delicious.

Weekend Meal

• Date Night Rigatoni

  • This is a fun and fancy dinner! Perfect for a date night in or a small dinner party.

image from pinchofyum.com

or

• Baked Penne alla Vodka

  • A vegetarian pasta bake with lots of delicious contrast: crispy cheese and creamy sauce.

  • Both of these would be great with a big green salad or roasted broccoli.

image from alexandracooks.com

Treat of the Week

• Blondies

  • These are so easy when you need to have a delicious treat in a short amount of time. You can really throw so many different things in to doctor these up.

Something to listen to

• The Oscars are tomorrow and I love hearing the predictions and analysis of this year’s movies and from Pop Culture Happy Hour. (I’m cheering for Everything Everywhere All At Once to win ‘em all!)

Have a great week!

Emily