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10 Easy Meals When You’re in a Slump

10 easy meals

Every year after Christmas, I get in a meal planning rut. I don’t feel like cooking – why can’t we all just eat cheese and crackers every day? And why do these people keep coming to me wanting more food?

When I had this rut the first time, it bothered me. Because I actually enjoy cooking. The second year, it felt familiar. Now, well over a decade into this whole home management routine, I know to expect it…except, it keeps lasting longer. And I wonder – will this eventually be a year-long thing? Ha ha!

I have several fast and easy meals that I go to when this happens. A lot of them are in two of my favorite cookbooks: Good Cheap Eats in 30 Minutes and Great Food Fast.

But, I do have a list of 10 that are all online – and I wanted to share them with you in case you ever experience this rut. Surely I’m not alone.

A lot of these call for ground beef – but you can easily use ground venison, ground turkey, or ground chicken for some variety. I was scarred for life with ground chicken when I was pregnant with Andy, soooooooooo – you can keep your ground chicken to yourself. Thanks.

10 Easy Meals When You’re in a Slump

  1. The BEST Sloppy Joes ever (serve over baked potatoes for fun)
  2. One Pot Spaghetti 
  3. Cheater Korean Beef (we like this over rice with stir-fry veggies)
  4. Homemade Hamburger Helper Beef Stroganoff (good with peas on the side!)
  5. Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole (meatless!)
  6. Buffalo Crack Slaw (good with steamed carrots)
  7. BLT Quesadilla Wraps (chips are a good combo – I ain’t hatin’ on chips)
  8. Cowboy Beans (these cry out for cornbread)
  9. Pasta with White Bean Sauce (served with steamed broccoli, this one is on point! Extra score for hidden beans)
  10. Bacon Egg Avocado and Tomato Salad (I always serve with crackers)

Boom. What are your go-to meals for a quick fix?

10 easy meals

About Stacy

Stacy is a Homemaking and Business Mom Mentor, the author of two cookbooks, creator of multiple e-courses, seasoned life coach, and comedian extraordinaire. Her first priority is her husband and her children - family first. She presses on each day because her calling is to teach, train, and mentor other ladies to have their dreams. She believes if it’s not easy, you won’t do it – because she’s lived it. She’ll bring YOU the awesome so that you can get your home back into control and watch your business soar. For tips and easy strategies, you can follow her on Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram.

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  1. Emily says

    I’ve pinned this as “Ground Meat Go-Tos!”
    Thanks for the list, I’m making sloppy joes and spaghetti this week.
    I’ve been a follower for a long time and love your blog.

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  2. Lisa says

    Thanks! I pinned this and will be revisiting it very soon! You always have great recipes. I’ve tried several and they are always a hit. I also wanted to tell you how much I LOVE seeing your smile in your new photo! I’m a photographer, so I tend to look for certain expressions in portraits. I know you have been too self conscious to smile in the past and I love that you’ve gained a new confidence! You are a beautiful lady, inside and out! Thanks for sharing your heart and life with us! God bless.

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  6. Lisa says

    My family’s favorites when I’m in a cooking slump are:

    -Waffles and sausage patties
    -Quesidillas
    -Noodle stir fry with spaghetti noodles, veggies, and whatever cooked meat I have in the freezer

    Great post!

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  7. Katy says

    Thanks for posting this! How do you know I was on the verge of a meal slump? That cheater Korean beef recipe looks delish! Some of my favorite flavors with less work 😀

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