Feedfeed 2018 Weekly Meal Plan: March 25

Pasta, Shrimp, Soup, Oh My!

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This week we're relying on a little help from a store-bought rotisserie chicken to get dinner on the table! Throw in some fresh salmon and a shrimp curry, and you have something for everyone.

THE MENU
Sunday Spring Bacon and Asparagus Mac & Cheese
Monday Golden Coconut Curry with Shrimp and Veggies
Tuesday Lemon Thyme Baked Salmon
Wednesday Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps
Thursday Chicken Tortilla Soup
Friday Tomato Pasta with Burrata and Basil
Weekend Bonus Sweet Potato Fries with Avocado and a Fried Egg

THE GROCERY LIST
(the must-haves!)

2 bunches asparagus
1 lb bacon
1 lb pasta (like cellentani)
Dijon mustard
6 cups grated cheese of choice (like a mix of cheddar & gruyere)
grated parmesan cheese
panko breadcrumbs
plain breadcrumbs
1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 Onions
3 lemons
1 can full fat coconut milk
1 red pepper
2 lbs salmon
1 bunch fresh thyme
1 lb spaghetti
1 large can tomato puree
White wine (or chicken stock)
1 pint cherry tomatoes
1 large ball fresh burrata
1 large (cooked) rotisserie chicken
Mayonnaise 
Greek yogurt
Celery
Green onions
4 avocado
1 roma tomato
Romaine lettuce
1 qt chicken broth
Zucchini
1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
Corn tortillas
6 large sweet potatoes
 

PANTRY ESSENTIALS
(things we assume you have,
but if not, stock up!)

Butter
Olive oil
Flour
Milk 
Nutmeg
Cayenne
garlic
Honey
Curry powder
rice
Lemon pepper (or just use regular pepper)
Chili powder
Paprika
Eggs
Old bay seasoning (or spice rub of choice)

OPTIONAL FLAVOR ENHANCERS
(Things that would be nice to add to the recipes we chose, but not essential)
Fresh basil

Frozen corn 
Radishes
Limes
Queso fresco 
cilantro
Jalapeno
scallions


 
 
THE RECIPES
Feedfeed Spring Bacon and Asparagus Mac & Cheese 
Our classic Mac & Cheese all dressed up for spring.  This would also make a great side for Easter brunch! Cook all of the bacon and crumble. Reserve half for your chicken salad later in the week.

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Feedfeed Tip When making mac and cheese, also be sure to cook your pasta al dente. It bakes for at least another 30 minutes in the oven, so you don't want it to get mushy and over cooked.
Golden Coconut Curry with Shrimp and Veggies  by @forevermunchies

This tasty curry comes together in less than 30 minutes. Serve it over steamed rice for a complete meal. 

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Feedfeed Tip When buying fresh shrimp, be sure to give them a sniff! They should smell sweet and fresh, not like ammonia. Also, if they are spotted black, pass! That is a sign of oxidation, and that they are passed their prime.
 
 
Lemon Thyme Baked Salmon by @whatshouldimakefor
If you think you can't cook fish, this recipe is for you.  It's truly as easy as it gets. Since salmon is quite oily, be sure to turn on your kitchen vent and crack a window as the cast iron skillet may smoke a bit in the high heat of the oven. We suggest serving this salmon with oven roasted sweet potatoes, like this recipe here.  Double up on the potatoes so you can use the leftover for brunch this weekend. 

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Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps by @damn_delicious

By using rotisserie chicken, this refreshing dinner comes together in just minutes. This is where your leftover crumbled bacon will come in. Be sure to pick all of the chicken here and reserve one to two cups for dinner tomorrow.


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Feedfeed Tip Got leftovers? Add chopped romaine to the bottom of a mason jar and top with leftover chicken salad for the prefect on-the-go lunch for work or school. 
 
Chicken Tortilla Soup by @ivansocal

Soups on! With end of soup season (aka Spring!) no where in site for those of us on the East Coast, this spicy chicken soup is sure to keep you warm. 

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Tomato Pasta with Burrata and Basil by @alenafoodphoto

Treat yourself with a burrtata topped pasta night just in time for the weekend! 


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Weekend Bonus
Sweet Potato Fries with Avocado and a Fried Egg by @kevmasse

Put your leftover sweet potato fries to good use in this clever brunch dish by our own @kevmasse.

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