{"id":252803,"date":"2024-08-09T12:15:23","date_gmt":"2024-08-09T12:15:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/2024\/08\/09\/weekly-meal-plan-14-the-recipe-critic\/"},"modified":"2025-06-25T17:12:40","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T17:12:40","slug":"weekly-meal-plan-14-the-recipe-critic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/2024\/08\/09\/weekly-meal-plan-14-the-recipe-critic\/","title":{"rendered":"Weekly Meal Plan #14 | The Recipe Critic"},"content":{"rendered":"

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This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my disclosure policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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I love the recipes in this weekly meal plan! They are packed with flavor and you have options of using the slow cooker, air fryer or just your good old fashioned oven! <\/p>\n

Weekly meal planning is a must around my house. It saves so much time and money (skip the takeout, make it cheaper at home)! Check out all of my weekly meal plans here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Get excited for this week\u2019s meal plan! I made sure there was a little something for everyone with pasta, beef, and some of my all-time favorite, air fryer salmon! If you don\u2019t love the heat, go ahead and swap out the Firecracker Meatballs for Swedish Meatballs <\/a>instead!<\/p>\n

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How Many Does it Feed?<\/h2>\n

This free weekly meal plan is just what you need to get your week started. It provides five meals that will feed 4-6 (depending on if you are feeding adults or kids), AND it includes a shopping list! With fresh new ideas and easy-to-make recipes, having a weekly menu plan will be a lifesaver.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Slow Cooker Cashew Chicken<\/h2>\n

An amazing slow cooker meal that is way better than takeout! The chicken is breaded to perfection and the sauce is full of flavor! The cashews hidden throughout are the best part!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Air Fryer Salmon<\/h2>\n

Melt-in-your-mouth brown sugar garlic air fryer salmon is juicy, tender and full of flavor.\u00a0Salmon is so good, especially when it’s cooked right, and the air fryer makes it perfect every time! It’s an easy, hands-off way to make a scrumptious meal.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Firecracker Meatballs<\/h2>\n

Get ready to spice up your dinner with these firecracker meatballs! Juicy beef meatballs are baked to perfection and then tossed in a sweet and spicy buffalo-based sauce, creating a delicious meal that’s perfect for any night of the week.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Creamy Bacon Carbonara<\/h2>\n

Creamy Bacon Carbonara\u00a0is a classic Italian creamy pasta. Bacon, mushrooms, and onions are cooked together and tossed in a\u00a0cheesy, rich egg yolk sauce for an easy 30 minute meal! A quick and easy dinner that is made in minutes!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas<\/h2>\n

Sheet pan steak fajitas are beautiful and bursting with flavor. Easy to throw together on busy weeknights, they feature tender steak and crisp, colorful vegetables in every bite. You will definitely want to add this to your weekly meal planning!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Why Should I Meal Plan?\u00a0<\/h3>\n

If you haven\u2019t tried planning your meals ahead of time, this is going to be a game-changer for you! Here\u2019s why I swear by meal planning:<\/p>\n