It’s a new month and time for a new challenge!
For May, I am challenging myself to cooking at home. April was a crazy month with lots of commitments, appointments and illness. Needless to say, I’ve been waving the white flag while dialing the closest pizza delivery place. A LOT. Our budget (and my waistline) are hurting because of it, so it’s time to hop back on the meal planning wagon and start again. With the exception of my half marathon weekend, since we’ll be out of town, the plan is to cook every meal (and snack and drink…no coffees!) at home. A month of experimenting in the kitchen, trying new things and eating hearty, healthy meals again.
Join me!
Set a goal for May, simple or ambitious. Here are ten ideas to get you started:
+ Limit the amount of processed food that you bring into the home.
+ Make a few recipes from cookbooks you own.
+ Cook a dish using a vegetable you haven’t tried.
+ Make one family favorite meal.
+ Shop at the local farmer’s market.
+ Incorporate a few slow cooker recipes into your weekly menu.
+ Make a homemade version of something you would normally purchase.
+ Bake a dessert you have never tried before.
+ Include the children while in the kitchen: teach them a recipe, let them help, etc.
+ Knock out two recipes from your Pinterest boards.
Are you in?
Comment below with your cooking at home goal. I’d love to cheer you on!
