This week’s meal plan is all about cozy comfort. You’ll get warm, filling dishes that make the whole house feel calmer at dinnertime. If you want to check out the rest of my weekly meal plans, you’ll find them here.
What’s for Dinner?
If you’ve been waiting for the right time to jump on the meal plan train, this is it! These meals are hearty, comforting, and packed with flavor your whole family will love! Check out what’s on the menu:
This crock pot crack potato soup is the best and easiest soup you will ever make! It's loaded with creamy cheese, potatoes, and savory bacon, all seasoned to perfection! Your family will love how it tastes!
20-minute Vegetable Lo Mein is a super easy weeknight dish loaded with fresh, stir-fried veggies! With crisp vegetables and tender egg noodles all combined in a savory sauce, this is a knockout recipe that the whole family will go crazy over!
Making carnitas in an Instant Pot is foolproof. With just a few simple ingredients and the magic of pressure cooking, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal ready in no time. Make a batch of this juicy shredded pork for your next taco night, you won't regret it!
This free weekly meal plan is just what you need to get your week started. It provides 5 meals for about 6 people and includes a free shopping list.
Why Should I Meal Plan?
If you haven’t tried meal planning yet, this is your sign. Trust me, it’s about to change your life. Here’s why I swear by it:
Time saver: No more 4 PM “what’s for dinner?” panic. You already know the plan, the groceries are waiting, and dinner actually gets on the table.
Money saver: Planning keeps your cart (and budget) under control. You can shop smarter, buy in bulk when it makes sense, and stretch leftovers into something new.
Bye-bye takeout: When you’ve got meals ready to go, you’re way less tempted to hit the drive-thru. More savings, more homemade meals, and it just feels good.
I only meal plan Monday through Friday because we sometimes have plans over the weekend, or I have leftovers that we can use to finish off the week. If you have leftovers, be sure to store them properly in an airtight container in the fridge.
from The Recipe Critic https://ift.tt/GJxRy82
If you want a quick, crunchy treat with a bit of holiday mischief, this Grinch Christmas Crack is it. Sweet, salty, and totally addictive. My classic Christmas Crack is always a hit, but this version brings all the Grinchy fun!
Why the Grinch Would Definitely Steal This Treat
It’s Gotta Have Crunch! The toffee temperature and timing are spot on, so the base stays crisp for days!
It’s kid-magical and adult-nostalgic. The look and the flavor give kids the fun green they love, and adults get the Christmas-movie nostalgia.
The flavor is balanced. The sea salt, the buttery toffee, and the chocolate’s sweetness give you that perfect salty-sweet flavor.
Grinch Christmas Crack Ingredients
Candy melts or chocolate: Use light green melts for the best Grinch color, or melt white candy melts/almond bark and tint with oil-based candy/chocolate food coloring (green + a touch of yellow). If you skip the melts entirely, white chocolate chips work. Just load up on green sprinkles and red hearts.
Sea salt: A light sprinkle of salt on top adds depth and balances the sweetness.
Sprinkles: Red heart sprinkles are essential for the Grinch look. The green or white sprinkles are optional.
Cracker base swaps: Saltines are classic, but graham crackers or Biscoff cookies would be fun variations to try.
How to Make Grinch Christmas Crack
If you’re looking for a fun, festive treat to make this Christmas season, this Grinch Christmas crack is it! It definitely satisfies the sweet tooth. This great recipe will be a huge hit with the whole family!
Prep: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a 10 x 15-inch baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray. Arrange the saltine crackers in even rows on the prepared pan until the bottom of the pan is filled, then set aside.
Make Toffee: Melt the butter and brown sugar in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat until the sugar has completely dissolved and the toffee mixture is boiling. Boil for 2-3 minutes, or use a candy thermometer and let it reach 270-290°F.
Spread Toffee: Pour the toffee mixture over the saltine crackers and use a heat-safe spatula to spread it evenly. Then put it in the oven and bake for 5 minutes.
Candy Melts & Sprinkles: Remove the pan from the oven and sprinkle the light green candy melts evenly over the top. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes to let them melt. Spread melted green candy melts softly & slowly evenly over the toffee. Then sprinkle with red heart sprinkles and green sprinkles of choice. Allow the Grinch Christmas crack to cool completely and harden before breaking into pieces and serving.
Alyssa’s Pro Tips
Spread gently: Go slow with the melted candy. Pushing too hard makes the crackers slide and turns everything into chaos.
Cook the toffeeuntil fully melted: Be sure to reach 270–290°F so it reaches the hard-crack stage. You’ll get chewy toffee if you don’t.
A fun, green twist on classic Christmas crack. Crisp toffee, salty crackers, and smooth candy melts topped with red hearts for the perfect Grinch vibe.
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a 10 x 15-inch baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
Arrange 35-40 saltine crackers in even rows on the prepared pan until the bottom of the pan is filled, and set aside.
Melt 1 cup unsalted butter and 1 cup packed brown sugar in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat until the sugar has completely dissolved and the toffee mixture is boiling. Boil for 2-3 minutes, or until the temperature reaches 270-290 degrees Fahrenheit.
Pour the toffee mixture over the saltine crackers and use a heat-safe spatula to spread it evenly. Bake for 5 minutes.
Remove the pan from the oven and sprinkle 2 cups light green candy melts evenly over the top. Let the pan sit for 2-3 minutes, until the candy melts have melted.
Spread the candy melts evenly over the toffee and sprinkle with red heart sprinkles and green sprinkles of choice. Allow the crack to cool completely and harden before breaking into pieces and serving.
Notes
Storage Instructions
Room temperature: Store in an airtight container or zip-top bag for up to 7 days.
Refrigerator: Keeps for up to 2 weeks in an airtight container.
Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months in a freezer bag or airtight container. Layer parchment between pieces so they don’t stick.
Air Fryer Egg Rolls are everything you love about your favorite takeout appetizer, made right at home! They’re crispy, crunchy , loaded with flavorful chicken filling , and cooked without the hassle of deep frying. The Egg Roll Upgrade You’ll Love Perfectly Crispy Without Deep Frying: The air fryer gives these egg rolls an irresistibly crunchy exterior while keeping the filling juicy and tender. Better Than Takeout: Loaded with seasoned chicken, crunchy veggies, and bold Asian-inspired flavors, they’re fresh, flavorful, and made right in your own kitchen. Great for Dinner or Appetizers: Serve them with a good sweet chili sauce or sweet and sour sauce s for an easy weeknight meal, game day snack, or party appetizer everyone will devour. A Reader’s Review These are delicious!! So much healthier than store bought or take-out. Pretty easy to make. – Janice Ingredients For Air Fryer Egg Rolls Gr...
