March Meal Plan

                                               

March 

I have two more tips for you to consider: 

- When looking at the shopping list, shop your cabinets first, especially for the seasoning. Shopping was a lot at the beginning because I didn't have a huge choice in seasonings. Now that I cook all of the time, the majority of the items on my list that are perishable, I usually already have. It can save you a ton of money to shop your cabinets before going to the grocery store. 

- Olive oil: You will see that MANY of the recipes call for olive oil. On the recipe cards, I multiply the quantity as it corresponds with the rest  of the ingredients. That results in a MASSIVE amount of olive oil. I almost NEVER use olive oil in my cooking. When you cook and freeze, it's rarely necessary. I almost always grill or use the crock pot, so it isn't necessary. I will use a tiny amount if I am skillet cooking. You will notice that a lot of the recipes call for you to cover the chicken in olive oil before placing in the bag. I save on the calories an do not do that. The chicken will be marinating in the other ingredients and, for flavor sake, it does not need olive oil. You will see the recipe cards and shopping lists always lists large quantities of olive oil but use at your own discretion. I probably buy new olive oil once every 6 months or so (if that). 

- Lastly, there is a lot of cheese in this month. I am dairy free. I either modify to not include cheese at all or I will use Daiya cheese. Just a thought for those who have restrictions. I try to make these recipes work for my families sake. Avocado is another fun substitute for cheese. 

March Pinterest Board with original recipes

March Recipe Cards

March Shopping List