I have only been planning about a day in advance. Mostly because I never know when I'll feel up to cooking! But I know that if I cook, I'll feel so much better eating a filling, fresh meal. Plus I need to start experimenting with some freezer cooking so I can be prepared for this baby! Apparently it's going to be a big one, considering I'm only 18 weeks :)
Monday: out to eat with the fam
Tuesday: Lemon chicken and stuffing
Wednesday: Biscuits and gravy
Thursday: Spaghetti a la Chris :) and salad
Friday: Bean and cheese Burritos
Saturday: Discipleship weekend
Sunday: Chicken Stirfry
Monday: Ham and cheese Omelettes and hashbrowns
Tuesday: Sloppy Joes and honey-mustard carrots
Wednesday: Taco Salad
Thursday: Lasagna and salad
Friday: Date night!
Saturday: Leftovers
Sunday: Chicken Enchiladas
Because I grocery shop once per pay period (except for milk and eggs - we go through so many!), it's easiest to make the menu for 2 weeks at a time. I'm also happy that I am starting to understand more about what I can and can't make on the days I work. It's best to have something already prepared for those days! Or just ask Chris to cook ;)
We do keep some staples around the house all the time. Hot dogs, ham and cheese for sandwiches, cereal, fresh fruit to snack on, chips and salsa, etc. That way I don't have to fix lunch for the few days that Chris and I are both home! It's working so far, but I can't help but think that it will be easier to cook for more than just 2 people.
