I enjoy my small coffee breaks when I can get them, even if it’s not that often. Moms are busy, but we still want to give our families the best, which is why so many families are returning to home cooked meals. It can be quite challenging to cook fresh meals daily in addition to taking care of a home, family, and working, so menu planning (or meal planning) has become really popular.
I spend a few minutes every week planning my family menu while enjoying my Hazelnut coffee (my favorite- a cup of joe with a teaspoon of raw sugar and two tablespoons of Hazelnut International Delight). Taking a few moments to sit and plan out my family’s menu for the next week saves time during the week because I don’t have to scramble trying to figure out what to cook. It saves money, because I can plan a weekly menu based on what is already in my pantry, and I know exactly what to buy when I go to the market. No more wasted food or time.
Because moms (and dads) are so busy, anything that helps us organize, as well as save time and money, is appreciated. It also lets the famiy know what to expect for their meals during the week. It’s easier to make more homecooked meals if you menu plan and have a system (as well as a few favorite go-to recipes).
Weekly Menu Planners – Free Printables
I created two free weekly menu planning printables for anyone to use. It has spots for each meal of the day for an entire week, plus space at the bottom to list any groceries you don’t have and need to buy for your menu that week. There are two styles so you can choose whichever you like!
Click on the link below the image to download your free meal planning printable of choice:
Free Weekly Menu Planner Printable from Penelope’s Oasis – style 1
Free Weekly Menu Planner Printable from Penelope’s Oasis – style 2
So now you don’t have to think “Oh no, what am I going to make for dinner?!” Just look at your menu plan to see what you planned and shopped for (you have all the ingredients), and use your free time to enjoy more Hazelnut coffee breaks and peruse amazing recipes on International Delight’s Pinterest page.
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of International Delight. The opinions and text are all mine.