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    Meal Plan for Week 15 (Group 1)

    Free Meal Plan for Week 15 (Group 1): Cornbread Burger Bake, Chili Cheese Burritos, Broiled Tilapia, Chicken and Spinach Pasta Bake, Chicken Fingers

    Free meal Plan for Week 15 (Group 1): Cornbread Burger Bake, Chili Cheese Burritos, Broiled Tilapia, Chicken and Spinach Pasta Bake, Chicken Fingers

    Week 15 Summary

    Notes for this week

    • For additional information about recipes, please visit the recipe post linked at the bottom of each recipe card.

    • This week's meal plan focuses on easy recipes and an opportunity to bulk cook ground beef if you don't have any in the freezer. We will be using ground beef on Days 1 and 2, so add extra ground beef to your list if your freezer stock is low. If you don't want to bulk cook for the freezer, you can still cook the beef, onions, and peppers for both days at the same time to cut down on prep.

    • For the most flexibility, bulk cook onions and peppers separately from the ground beef, and freeze them all individually.

    • If you don't have any cooked chicken in the freezer, you can add extra to your list and cook it in bulk when you prepare for Day 4's Chicken and Spinach Pasta Bake.

    Day 1

    Cornbread Burger BakePan Sautéed Summer Squash and Zucchini Slices

    Day 2

    Chili Cheese BurritosSpanish RiceSouthwestern-style Green Salad

    Day 3

    Broiled TilapiaRice PilafSteamed Broccoli

    Day 4

    Chicken and Spinach Pasta BakeCottage Cheese with PineappleGreen Salad

    Day 5

    Chicken FingersFrench FriesFrozen Grapes
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    • 🗓️ Day 5
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    🗓️ Day 1

    • Cornbread Burger Bake
    • Pan Sautéed Summer Squash and Zucchini Slices
    Casserole Burger Bake in a white casserole dish. One piece is cut out and sitting on a white plate next to the casserole. There is a spatula in the casserole dish and a fork on the plate.

    Cornbread Burger Bake

    Enjoy this easy casserole make with savory vegetables sautéed with beef and topped with a delicious cornbread topping. Using the secrets of a busy cook makes this even faster to prepare (check out our tips below).
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    Prep Time 25 mins
    Cook Time 35 mins
    Total Time 1 hr
    Course Main Dish
    Cuisine American, Gluten-free
    Servings 6
    Calories 423

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 egg, beaten
    • ½ c. cornmeal
    • 1 tsp. baking soda
    • 8.25 oz. can cream-style corn, or approx. 1 cup
    • ½ c. milk
    • 1 Tbsp. oil
    • 1 lb. ground beef
    • ½ c. chopped onion
    • ¼ c. chopped green pepper
    • 1 tsp. chili powder
    • 1 tsp. salt
    • 1 c. shredded cheddar cheese
    • taco sauce, optional
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    Instructions

    • In a bowl, mix the egg, cornmeal, baking soda, corn, milk and oil; mixture will be thin. Set aside.
    • Cook the ground beef, onion, green pepper and chili powder in a skillet; drain off any fat.
    • Place the meat mixture in a greased 2 quart baking dish. Cover with the grated cheese.
    • Pour the cornmeal mixture over the top of everything, spreading evenly.
    • Bake at 375°F for 30 to 35 minutes or until cornmeal topping is set.
    • Serve with taco sauce if desired.

    Notes

    Taco sauce is not included in nutrition data.

    Nutrition per serving

    Calories: 423 calCarbohydrates: 26 gProtein: 31 gFat: 22 gSodium: 983 mgFiber: 3 gSugar: 4 g
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    Pan Sautéed Summer Squash and Zucchini Slices

    Make a colorful squash sauté in 15 minutes with just yellow squash, zucchini, and butter.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 15 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 49

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 zucchini, sliced
    • 2 summer squash, sliced
    • 1 tablespoon butter
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    Instructions

    • Melt butter in a large skillet.
    • Sauté zucchini and summer squash in butter until tendercrisp.

    Notes

    Add a sliced onion for extra flavor and sweetness if you'd like.

    Nutrition per serving

    Calories: 49 calCarbohydrates: 5 gProtein: 2 gFat: 3 gSodium: 31 mgFiber: 2 gSugar: 3 g
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    🗓️ Day 2

    • Chili Cheese Burritos
    • Spanish Rice
    • Southwestern-style Green Salad
    Burrito with ground beef and shredded cheddar cheese garnished with diced green onions.

    Chili Cheese Burritos

    These easy burritos are great for a weeknight meal. If you have cooked ground beef and peppers and onions in the freezer, they can be ready in about 15 minutes; if not, it still takes less than 30 minutes to get this quick meal on the table.
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Main Dish
    Cuisine Tex-Mex
    Servings 8 burritos
    Calories 471

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 lbs. ground beef
    • 1 green pepper, diced
    • 1 small onion, diced
    • 5 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1-2 packages chili seasoning or homemade equivalent, to your family’s preference
    • 2 C cheddar cheese
    • 8 burrito size tortillas
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    Instructions

    • In a large skillet cook ground beef, pepper, onion, and garlic until cooked through.
    • Add chili seasoning and mix well.
    • Add filling to tortilla, garnish with cheese, and roll up to serve.

    Nutrition per serving

    Calories: 471 calCarbohydrates: 36 gProtein: 37 gFat: 20 gSodium: 666 mgFiber: 3 gSugar: 4 g
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    Homemade Spanish Rice

    Making Spanish rice from scratch is quick and easy.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 35 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine Gluten-free, Spanish, Vegetarian
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 256

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 cups long grain white rice
    • 4 cups hot water
    • 4 Tbsp. oil
    • 16 oz tomato sauce
    • 1 onion, chopped
    • 1 tsp. cumin, plus more to taste
    • salt and pepper, to taste
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    Instructions

    • Place rice in a skillet and brown in the oil over high heat, stirring constantly.
    • Once browned, add the hot water. Add the remaining ingredients, place a lid on the skillet, and turn the heat down to low.
    • Simmer covered for 20 minutes.

    Nutrition per serving

    Calories: 256 calCarbohydrates: 42 gProtein: 4 gFat: 8 gSodium: 598 mgFiber: 2 gSugar: 3 g
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    🗓️ Day 3

    • Broiled Tilapia
    • Rice Pilaf
    • Steamed Broccoli
    Tilapia fillets on a red plate garnished with parsley

    Broiled Tilapia Parmesan

    Broiled Tilapia Parmesan is a delicious and quick dinner using ingredients you can keep on hand.
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Main Dish
    Cuisine Gluten-free, Italian
    Servings 8
    Calories 199

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 pounds frozen tilapia fillets, thawed
    • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded or grated
    • 2 Tbsp. butter, softened
    • 3 Tbsp. mayonnaise
    • 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
    • ¼ tsp. dried basil
    • ¼ tsp. ground black pepper
    • ⅛ tsp. onion powder
    • ⅛ tsp. celery salt
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven broiler. 
    • Line pan with foil and lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.
    • Mix together all ingredients except fish in a small bowl and set aside. 
    • Arrange fillets in a single layer on prepared pan. Broil a few inches from the heat for 2 or 3 minutes.  Flip fillets over and broil for 2 or 3 minutes more. 
    • Remove fillets from oven and coat with Parmesan mixture on top side.  Flip and coat other side. Continue broiling until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 2 minutes more.

    Notes

    If your fish is frozen, thaw it by placing it in cold water in the sink for about 30 minutes, changing water once.

    Nutrition per serving

    Calories: 199 calCarbohydrates: 1 gProtein: 25 gFat: 11 gSodium: 251 mgFiber: 1 gSugar: 1 g
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    Rice Pilaf

    Homemade rice pilaf is a tasty side dish that is easy to put together while baking a main dish.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 35 mins
    Total Time 40 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine Asian
    Servings 10 servings
    Calories 342

    Ingredients
      

    • 8 Tbsp. butter
    • 7 oz. vermicelli, broken into small pieces
    • 2 c. long grain white rice
    • 4 c. water
    • 2 tsp. granulated chicken bouillon
    • 1 Tbsp. dried parsley
    • 1 Tbsp. dried onion flakes
    • Salt and pepper to taste
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    Instructions

    • In a large pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the vermicelli and brown until golden, about 5 minutes.
    • Add the rice and stir until coated with butter, about 2 minutes.
    • Add the remaining ingredients and stir well to combine. Bring to a boil, then turn heat to low.
    • Cover and let cook until all the liquid is absorbed, about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    • Fluff with a fork and serve.

    Nutrition per serving

    Calories: 342 calCarbohydrates: 57 gProtein: 5 gFat: 10 gSodium: 603 mgFiber: 1 gSugar: 1 g
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    🗓️ Day 4

    • Chicken and Spinach Pasta Bake
    • Cottage Cheese with Pineapple
    • Green Salad
    Chicken and Spinach Pasta Bake

    Chicken and Spinach Pasta Bake

    Cheesy Chicken and Spinach Pasta Bake is so easy and full of Italian flavor. It's even easier to make if you have cooked chicken and onions stocked in your freezer!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 30 mins
    Cook Time 45 mins
    Total Time 1 hr 15 mins
    Course Main Dish
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 393

    Ingredients
      

    • 8 ounces rigatoni, cooked al dente and drained
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 onion, sautéed
    • 10 ounce pkg. frozen spinach, thawed
    • 3 cups cooked cubed chicken
    • 14 ounce can Italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained
    • 8 ounce pkg. cream cheese, softened
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon pepper
    • 1½ cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
    • non-stick cooking spray
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly spray bottom of 9x13" baking dish. Drain chopped spinach well, pressing between paper towels.
    • In a large mixing bowl, add drained spinach, sautéed onions, cooked rigatoni, cooked chicken, diced tomatoes, cream cheese, salt and pepper; mix together thoroughly.
    • Spoon mixture into baking dish. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over top.
    • Cover and bake for 30 minutes; uncover and continue baking 15 minutes longer or until bubbly.

    Notes

    If you do not have cooked chicken and onions in the freezer, you can sauté those while you are cooking the pasta. Allow time for the cream cheese to soften and the spinach to thaw while you are preparing the pasta, chicken, and onions.
    For a vegetarian option, omit the chicken and add sautéed mushrooms and diced red peppers or other vegetables.

    Nutrition per serving

    Calories: 393 calCarbohydrates: 28 gProtein: 25 gFat: 20 gSodium: 507 mgFiber: 3 gSugar: 4 g
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    🗓️ Day 5

    • Chicken Fingers
    • French Fries
    • Frozen Grapes
    Breaded chicken strips on a glass plate with barbecue sauce in a condiment cup

    Homemade Chicken Fingers

    Homemade chicken fingers are quick and easy. Just slice chicken strips, dip in seasoned flour, and fry in a little oil on the stovetop.
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Total Time 15 mins
    Course Main Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 249

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken pieces
    • 1 C. flour
    • ½ tsp. salt
    • ¼ tsp. pepper
    • Oil
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    Instructions

    • Cut chicken into strips, rinse with water, leaving a little wet so the flour will stick. Mix together flour, salt, and pepper on a plate.
    • Roll chicken in flour so that it is covered. Fry in hot oil in a skillet until cooked through and golden on the outside.
    • Drain on a rack above paper towels and serve.

    Nutrition per serving

    Calories: 249 calCarbohydrates: 16 gProtein: 34 gFat: 4 gSodium: 335 mgFiber: 1 gSugar: 1 g
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    Free Meal Plan for Week 15 (Group 1): Cornbread Burger Bake, Chili Cheese Burritos, Broiled Tilapia, Chicken and Spinach Pasta Bake, Chicken Fingers

    Free Meal Plan for Week 15 (Group 1): Cornbread Burger Bake, Chili Cheese Burritos, Broiled Tilapia, Chicken and Spinach Pasta Bake, Chicken Fingers
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    Posted by Mary Ann on March 22, 2021; Updated on March 15, 2023Filed Under: Meal Plans

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