Feedfeed 2018 Weekly VEGAN Meal Planner: December 23 by thefeedfeed, feedfeed co-founder

Feedfeed 2018 Weekly VEGAN Meal Planner: December 23

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Happy New Year! Kick off 2019 with some veggie-focused, yet satisfying meals. Plus we threw in a quick and easy fudge because life is all about balance, right?!

THE MENU
Tuesday Slow Cooker Sweet Potato and Lentil Curry
Wednesday Thai Sweet Potato and Almond Soup
Thursday Instant Pot Chana Masala
Friday Honeynut Squash with Avocado and Sprout Bowl
Weekend Bonus Rose and Macadamia Fudge

THE GROCERY LIST
(the must-haves!)

2 pounds sweet potatoes
1 pound parsnips
1 bunch cilantro
1 large knob fresh ginger
2 heads fresh garlic
2 jalapeños
1 radish
1 honeynut squash
3 romaine lettuce leaves
1 avocado
1/2 cups lentil sprouts (or any sprout)
1 lemon
5 limes
3 onions
8 ounces brown lentils
1 can full fat coconut milk
3 quarts vegetable stock in a box
1 pound rice
1 pound sweet potatoes
1 bunch cilantro
1 small jar red curry paste
1 (6 ounce) bag cacao butter chunks
1 (16 ounce) jar macadamia nut butter (or sub with almond butter)
1 (15-oz.) can drained chickpeas
2 cups dried chickpeas
1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes

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

Olive oil
Coconut oil
Salt
Pepper
Curry powder
Crushed red pepper
Cumin seeds
Cayenne
Turmeric
Coriander
Black mustard seeds
Garlic powder
Garam masala
Bay leaves
Cardamom pods
Dried thyme
Dried oregano
Dried rosemary
1 vanilla bean (or use vanilla extract)
Almond butter
Unsweetened almond milk
Maple syrup

OPTIONAL ITEMS

Culinary grade dried rose petals
Fenugreek leaves

THE RECIPES

Slow Cooker Sweet Potato and Lentil Curry by @foodyfirst

Since you (hopefully) have all day to relax before the holidays are officially over, take advantage of this slow cooked recipe! It's super easy; just toss all the ingredients in the slow cooker and let it work it's magic for several hours. Consider a double batch so you can pack it for lunch during the week ahead.

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Feedfeed Thai Sweet Potato and Almond Soup

Smooth, creamy and just a touch spicy; this easy and nutrient rich soup is just what you need post-holidays!

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Feedfeed Tip This may seem like a lot of lime juice, but since sweet potatoes and parsnips are naturally very sweet, the acid helps to create a very well-balanced soup.

I nstant Pot Chana Masala by @thefeedfeed

Craving a cozy, spicy dinner? This chana masala is about to knock your socks off!

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Honeynut Squash with Avocado and Sprout Veggie Bowl by @foodyfirst

This is a bowl that packs some serious flavor! Can't find a honeynut squash? You can always substitute with a butternut squash or a sweet potato.

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Weekend Bonus
Rose and Macadamia Fudge by @sarahbellnutrition

Nothing like ending the week with a sweet treat. If you can't find macadamia butter, feel free to use almond or cashew butter.

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