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    Meal Planning Made Simple

    Meal planning is the best investment of time I can make to keep our family running smoothly.  I'd be lost without it. Does it feel overwhelming to start? I'm here to help.

    This Family Meal Planning Strategies post is the best place to start if you are new to meal planning. It's my goal to have that post be a one-stop shop for meal planning made simple.

    I prepare a weekly meal plan for our family with a dinner menu for 4-6 nights.   It is often inspired by my quarterly Seasonal Meal Plans, where I compile a list of recipes to draw from throughout the season.

    Seasonal Meal Plans

    • The Plan Eat Post Repeat logo next to the words "seasonal meal plan 2023" and "20 recipes for summer fruits and vegetables" over a white background.
      20 Recipes for Family Friendly Fall Meals
    • The Plan Eat Post Repeat logo next to the words "seasonal meal plan 2023" and "20 recipes for summer fruits and vegetables" over a white background.
      20 Recipes for Summer Fruits and Vegetables
    • The Plan. Eat. Post. Repeat Logo next to the words "seasonal meal plan spring 2023" and above the words "20 delightful spring flavors to add to your meal plan".
      20 Delightful Spring Flavors to Add to Your Meal Plan
    • The Plan. Eat. Post. Repeat Logo next to the words "seasonal meal plan winter 2022" and above the words "25 cozy and simple family dinner recipes".
      25 Cozy and Simple Family Dinner Recipes For Winter 2022

    Sample Meal Plans

    Meal plans need to have flexibility and adapt to your family's needs. As your family grows and schedules change the number and type of meals you plan for each week changes too.

    Need a good place to start? Check out these sample weekly meal plans for inspiration.

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      Busy Weeknight Meal Plan Recipes
    • Two concentric rings in light and dark green surrounding the words "sample meal plan, make ahead meals" with the blog name in a yellow box at the bottom.
      Make Ahead Meal Plan Recipes
    • Two concentric rings in light and dark green surrounding the words "sample meal plan, kid favorites" with the blog name in a yellow box at the bottom.
      Kid Favorites Meal Plan Recipes
    • Two concentric rings in light and dark green surrounding the words "sample meal plan, back to school" with the blog name in a yellow box at the bottom.
      Back to School Meal Plan Recipes

    Recipe Collections

    These recipe collections can help you plan meals using certain ingredients or for special occasions.

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      What to Make with Leftover Turkey: 20 Tasty Recipe Ideas
    • Freezer Meals for Friends

    I spend most of my energy in the everyday meals and weeknight dinner categories, but special occasion meals are great fun to plan and execute. I've got game plans for big dinners (see this Thanksgiving Timeline post) to help with preparation, menus, and other tips to keep special events running smoothly.

    I hope you find meal plan inspiration here!

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    • Four glasses filled with sliced fresh peaches, whipped cream, and angel food croutons arranged on a white surface.
      Fresh Peach Trifle with Angel Food Croutons and Rosemary Syrup
    • The fruit dip in a wooden bowl sits at the center of the image surrounded by fresh berries, lemon slices, and graham crackers.
      Lemon Cream Cheese Fruit Dip
    • A tray of Caramelized Onion Dip surrounded by vegetables and potato chips.
      Caramelized Onion Dip
    • Plated tacos sit on a yellow napkin next to halved limes and a bowl of salad for topping the tacos.
      Instant Pot Shredded Beef Tacos with Mango Cucumber Salad

    Seasonal Favorites

    • Three servings of the salad on wooden plates are arranged over a black surface with tomatoes, herbs, and grilled bread.
      Grilled Bread Panzanella with White Beans
    • The salad is displayed on a brown wooden platter over a green surface.
      Grilled Peach and Burrata Salad with Pesto Salad Dressing
    • A filet of salmon with a brown crust on a white plate. It is topped with a chunky yellow salsa.
      Easy Pan Seared Salmon with Zesty Peach and Mango Salsa
    • A pitcher of stone fruit sangria and three glasses with fruit in the foreground.
      Stone Fruit Sangria

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