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MEAL PLAN April 23rd

April 20, 2018 by juliaandchild Leave a Comment

Hey! Happy Friday and finally I think it’s safe to say Happy Spring from Chicago! After more snow this week it looks hopeful that its about to warm up to seasonal weather this coming week. I love being outside and Nova does too so we are really looking forward to the change of season and more time spent in parks than our apartment. I don’t know about you but breakfast and Mexican food are my two favorite things. I could eat Mexican food everyday but I don’t want to loose those of you who don’t agree so I have included just two Mexican inspired dishes this week and a breakfast that I love making for dinner as well. Here’s to a new week!

See you in the kitchen!

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MEAL PLAN April 16th

April 13, 2018 by juliaandchild Leave a Comment

If you’ve ever wanted to experience four seasons in one week you should visit Chicago in the Spring. We had snow on Monday, 70 degrees on Thursday and its about to rain today. We did our best to soak up as much sunshine as possible yesterday because I’m afraid the grey skies are here to stay for awhile longer. But enough about the weather, let’s talk food. In my constant search for new and inspiring recipes I’ve been drawn to cozy meals with lots of veggies. I’m also longing for some more seasonal variety and steering away from winter squashes and root vegetables because have I mentioned that it’s been a long winter? I hope that these meals offer some fresh new flavors and diversity to your dinner table too!

See you in the kitchen!

MONDAY: Sheet Pan Chicken with Za’atar, Potatoes & Greens

Za’atar! If you’ve never used this spice mix you’re in for a treat. This middle eastern blend of thyme, sesame seeds, sumac and salt is so good on just about anything. This whole sheet pan dinner craze is also a trend I can get behind.

TUESDAY: Spicy Lamb & Lentil Tacos

I came across this recipe last week and thought they would make great tacos! I’ll be using a goat milk yogurt but if you need to keep it dairy free just omit or use a plain dairy free yogurt.

THURSDAY: Bang Bang Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

I can always count on a recipe from Alex to be freaking delicious so I’m extra excited to try these out!

FRIDAY: Spring Minestrone Soup

Another spring soup and again very adaptable. This version is vegetarian but could easily be made vegan or you could add chicken if you’d like.

Happy Planning!

MEAL PLAN April 9th

April 6, 2018 by juliaandchild Leave a Comment

Happy Friday! Thanks everyone for the huge response to Nova’s takeover on Instagram yesterday. It was fun for us and I’m glad you all enjoyed it too! Check out the highlights on my profile if you missed it. It’s officially April but it still feels like winter in Chicago this past week. I’m ready for all things spring and summer and that includes spring veggies and lots of greens this time of year. This weeks menu reflects that and I’m most excited to introduce you to the quiche from Pamela Salzman. I made it for Easter breakfast and it was a huge hit!

See you in the kitchen!

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MEAL PLAN April 2nd

March 30, 2018 by juliaandchild Leave a Comment

He is Risen! Happy Easter Weekend! I’m in Kansas City visiting family and planning out the feast for Sunday with my mom. My Easter lunch menu is all about smoked salon and dill deviled eggs, rack of lamb, spring veggies like asparagus and spring greens and lastly the most delicious grain free carrot cake cupcakes with a honey goat cheese frosting. Trader Joe’s sells a honey goat cheese that I soften and whip up and its a great cream cheese frosting alternative. I’m also excited to get back in my kitchen with you guys next week after a super busy week away. Most of these recipes are plant forward and easily adaptable to your families preferences. Read my notes below for easy swaps. Here’s to a new month and a beautiful holiday weekend!

See you in the kitchen!

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Meal Plan March 26th

March 23, 2018 by juliaandchild Leave a Comment

Hey! Is it really the last week of March already!? This month has flown by and this next week is leading up to Easter Sunday. I’ll be in Kansas City to celebrate with my family this year and plan on using some recipes from Danielle Walkers Celebrations Cookbook. She has an entire Easter menu and it looks fantastic! This week I’m working as a food stylist on set which is super fun, but it also means I most likely won’t be cooking with you guys. I still wanted to make a meal plan to give you some more inspiration and if time allows I’ll try and make an appearance.

See you in the kitchen!

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