I don't know when this crazy obsession for meal planning started, but one thing I do know is that it has worked for us the past ten years and it's about time I share my tips and tricks!


First things first, it’s all about the planning! I take my “menu ideas” list {the link is found on the sidebar to your right}, and plan out my entire month in advance on our calendar in the kitchen. What works best for us is the following:


Sundays = a nice meal

Mondays = chicken

Tuesdays = soup/pasta

Wednesdays = beef

Thursdays = fish

Fridays = Date Nights {i.e. no cooking}!

Saturdays = misc

This way we rotate meals so we aren’t stuck in a rut. I then take my “grocery list” {the link is found on the sidebar to your right} and make my shopping list for the next 2 weeks. Remember, initially this takes more time in the beginning, but then your entire month is planned and you won’t have to figure out what’s for dinner plus I promise it saves money on your grocery bill!

October 1, 2009

Cajun Chicken Fettuccine























8 oz fettuccine noodles

1 onion, halved & sliced

1 green bell pepper, halved & sliced

1 red bell pepper, halved & sliced

2 tbls oil

2 cups chicken, cooked & cubed

2 tsp cajun seasoning

1 tsp minced garlic

1 jar Alfredo sauce

1/2 cup spaghetti sauce

2 cups Italian blend cheese


Cook fettuccine according to package directions. In a large skillet saute onions and peppers is oil until tender. Add chicken, cajun seasoning, and garlic; heat through. Stir in Alfredo and spaghetti sauces. Drain fettuccine and add to sauce mixture. Transfer to a greased 13x9 baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and bake for 15 minutes. Uncover and bake for another 10-15 minutes.

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