5 Meals
Weekly Easy
Easy Weeknight Dinners - Week 1
A week of simple, delicious dinners that can be prepared in under 45 minutes. Perfect for busy families.
Duration
5 days
Servings
4
Total Meals
5
Est. Total Time
220m
About This Menu Plan
This menu plan focuses on quick weeknight dinners that busy families can prepare without stress. Each meal takes 45 minutes or less of active cooking time, and several can be prepped ahead.
Time-Saving Tips
- Batch Prep Sunday: Grate cheese, chop vegetables, and portion proteins
- Leftovers: These recipes work great as leftovers for lunch
- Flexible: Feel free to swap days based on your schedule
Nutritional Balance
This week includes a good mix of proteins, vegetables, and comfort foods. The pasta dishes are balanced with lighter meals like the prawn roll with salad.
Budget-Friendly
All recipes use affordable, accessible ingredients. Estimated cost: $12-15 per serving for 4 people.
Prep Tips
Grate all cheese at the beginning of the week and store in airtight containers
Dice bacon and guanciale ahead of time for quick cooking
French onion soup can be made 2 days ahead and reheated