6 dinner ideas that are "better together" to save time and money

Hey reader,  Have you heard the country song "Better Together" by Luke Combs? I can't help but think that he is SO RIGHT on some of his pairings… Like a cup of coffee and a sunrise? Oh my - yes!! I have a similar thought when I make my meal plans too, although I'm not serving these meals TOGETHER… Rather, I'm planning them together and cooking them the same week. For example… anytime I put slow cooker chicken on the menu, I also put some sort of chicken soup on the menu too. Why? Because it makes my life easier. Once I cook the chicken, I will have… Shredded chicken The beginnings of chicken stock Nearly ⅔ of the recipe is already done. At this point, all I need are some vegetables, water, and spices!! I like to call these "meal plan buddies" - when one recipe gets planned, it's buddy gets planned too. A few other examples: Black Bean Corn Tacos >> Southwest Salad (Black beans, corn, and all the typical taco toppings will be ready. Just toss with lettuce and dressing!) Slow Cooker Carnitas >> BBQ Pork Sandwiches (The meat is already cooked and shredded. Just add BBQ sauce, coleslaw and a can of green beans.) Spaghetti & Meatballs >> Minestrone Soup (Dice the meatballs, use scissors to cut the spaghetti, and add leftover sauce directly to the soup. Just add vegetables!) This meal planning technique is a bit advanced, but it's something I teach in my course Meal Planning Bootcamp and it's something I want you to think about as we get ready to start my FREE 5-day Meal Planning Made Easy challenge in just TWO WEEKS! The challenge starts on January 3, and every day I'll be teaching LIVE on Facebook at 11am beginner strategies to help you get started meal planning. We'll talk about things like... Why meal planning feels so hard (and how to overcome the hurdle to reap the rewards every week) Staying motivated to meal plan (to save money, time, and stress - no more wondering what's for dinner!) How to stick with it for the long-run (Simple ways to get on and stay on the meal planning bandwagon) … and so much more! → Click HERE to reserve your spot in the challenge. I hope to see you there!  ALL my best ♥, PS - Starting in TWO WEEKS - January 3 - I'm hosting a FREE 5 day Meal Planning Made Easy challenge and you're invited! Everyone LOVED this session the last time, and with new year resolutions and the kids going back to school, now is the perfect time to finally get a grip on meal planning! → Click HERE to reserve your spot, and let's work on meal planning together! Popular on the Blog this Week Chocolate Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies These Chocolate Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies are more peanut butter-y, chocolate-y, healthier & easier than other no bake cookie recipes! Perfect for the holidays, or as a simple & quick dessert with my roasted vegetable kale salad or my sweet kale salad. Read More Here Meal Planning Myths Meal planning can be a real struggle, but maybe we make it harder than it needs to be! Learn some common myths about meal planning, and how you can get back on track and keep it simple! Read More Here How to Afford the Whole30 On a Budget How to eat the Whole30 on a Budget. From making a meal plan, choosing recipes & making the grocery list – Learn what makes the Whole30 expensive and how you can avoid it to save money! For more inspiration on how to follow the Whole30 on a budget, here is the perfect Whole30 meal plan! Read More Here Freshly Updated Instant Pot Beans Learn how to make Instant Pot beans in less than an hour. This is the quickest way to make beans without having to soak- it works with black, pinto, garbanzo, and white beans. Pair with Instant Pot white rice and make extras to use in delicious black bean brownies. Read More Here Easy Elderberry Gummies Learn how to make elderberry gummies in bulk for toddlers, kids, and adults alike. These delicious gummies are loaded with vitamins. It's SO easy and costs 90% less than Walmart, CVS, Walgreens, or Kroger! Read More Here Chocolate Covered Pretzels How to make chocolate covered pretzels using any kind of real chocolate, instead of candy melts. Make them with gluten-free pretzels for a great gluten-free snack! These simple, sweet and salty treats also make a perfect homemade gift. Read More Here New Posts on the Blog This Week Quick Pickled Red Onion This pickled red onion recipe is super frugal and quick & easy to make! Goes great with a variety of dishes such as my best burger recipe and Instant Pot beef brisket. And don't forget about breakfast – this onion pickle recipe serves as a tasty topping for scrambled eggs! Get my best recipe tips and how to customize this delicious side dish. Read More Here

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