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Meal Planning for Busy Moms | Dinner Ideas, Quick, Delicious, Healthy, Easy Meal Prep Blaga Goertzen | Podcast Host | Meal Planning Coach & Strategist
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Do you dread meal planning because it’s too complicated and cumbersome?
Are you eating fast food and takeout multiple times a week because of your family’s busy schedule or trying to figure out dinner at 5:00 when everyone’s asking, “MOM? What’s for dinner”?
Do you wish you had a step-by-step system so you could spend less time planning and meal prepping and more time enjoying quick, healthy, and delicious weeknight meals with your family?
I am so excited you are here! In this podcast, I will help you create easy, healthy and yummy meals that Will satisfy even the pickiest eaters! And you’ll only spend 15 minutes a week planning, because my weekly meal plans and other tips, tricks, and strategies will take the guesswork out of the process!
Hey, I’m Blaga. A Mama of 4, wife, and a meal planning strategist obsessed with creating systems to make it as easy as possible for us mamas to answer the ‘what’s for dinner?’ dilemma without chaos!
For many years, I was doing it all wrong- thinking about dinner by the seat of my pants, not planning, and resorting to takeout and mad dashes to the grocery store wasting my precious time and money.
I finally realized if I was going to reduce the chaos, the overwhelm and pressure around the dinner time rush and meal planning, I needed a simple, effective and easy plan I could stick to no matter what was happening in our ever changing, busy lives.
So I created a system that fit our family’s busy schedule. One that slipped seamlessly into my already jam-packed life, but I could actually stick with. An easy, simple, and sustainable plan for delicious meals that nourished my family!. And I’m ready to share it with you!
If you are ready to find a simple meal planning system that is built for busy moms….
So you can create meals that are quick, healthy, and delicious
Hold off on ordering that pizza, and grab your notebook, pen, and maybe a coffee - because we are about to dive in!
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Episode 60 Weekly Meal Plan and Double Batching to Save Even More Time
Today, we’re talking about something that’s a real game-changer in our busy lives—how to whip up a weekly meal plan that’s not just quick and scrumptious, but also super efficient. And guess what? I’ve got a secret trick up my sleeve that’s going to save you an extra 20 minutes each week. Who’s ready to find out more? Let’s get cooking!
Weekly Meal Plan:
Monday- BBQ Chicken Skewers with Veggies
Tuesday- Instant Pot Stroganoff
Wednesday- Sheet Pan Haddock with Broccoli. Thursday- Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Friday- Instant Chicken Parmesan Pasta
Saturday- Vegetarian Taco Salad,
Sunday- Sheet Pan Pork Chops with Sweet Potatoes and Brussels Sprouts
Hope this episode inspires you!
XX Blaga
P.S. Have you checked out ‘The Speedy Gourmet’ yet? It’s the app I’ve been building just for you. Imagine this: drag and drop to customize meal plans or create your own from over 200+ recipes, searchable by filters to fit your dietary needs. Plus, an adaptable, clickable grocery list so you never miss a beat—or a beet!
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Email us: blagagoertzen@yahoo.ca
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Episode 59 The Speedy Gourmet: Whip Up 21 Quick Meals on Just 20 Minutes
Are your weekdays a whirlwind of activity that leave little time for cooking elaborate meals? Well, fasten your aprons because today on "Meal Planning for Busy Moms," we're about to speed through the kitchen with lightning-fast efficiency. Get ready to learn how to dish out 21 delicious meals in just 20 minutes or less—yes, it's possible!
21 Meals You Can Make in 20 Minutes:
Garlic Shrimp Linguine: Quick-cooking shrimp and linguine tossed with garlic butter sauce.
Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry: Tender beef slices and broccoli in a savory soy sauce glaze.
Chicken Caesar Wrap: Grilled chicken, romaine lettuce, and Caesar dressing in a hearty wrap.
Caprese Salad with Grilled Chicken: Fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and grilled chicken drizzled with balsamic.
Turkey Taco Skillet: Ground turkey, beans, corn, and taco seasonings served with tortilla chips.
Vegetarian Quesadillas: Stuffed with cheese, beans, and assorted veggies, pan-fried until crispy.
Salmon with Dill Sauce: Seared salmon fillets with a creamy lemon-dill sauce.
Pasta Primavera: A vibrant mix of sautéed veggies tossed with pasta and olive oil.
Thai Peanut Noodle Bowl: Rice noodles with veggies and a spicy peanut sauce.
Greek Gyro Pitas: Sliced lamb or chicken with tzatziki and cucumbers in pita bread.
Mushroom and Pea Risotto: Creamy risotto with mushrooms and peas, topped with Parmesan.
Buffalo Chicken Salad: Spicy chicken strips atop a bed of greens with blue cheese dressing.
Szechuan Tofu and Green Beans: Tofu and green beans in a fiery Szechuan sauce.
Italian Sausage and Peppers: Sautéed sausage and bell peppers served on hoagie rolls.
Egg Roll in a Bowl: Deconstructed egg roll components sautéed in a tangy sauce.
Tomato Basil Soup with Grilled Cheese: A classic combo, perfect for a quick dinner.
Korean Beef Bowl: Ground beef with soy sauce and sesame oil over rice, topped with green onions.
Pesto Chicken Pizza: Pre-made pizza crust with pesto, chicken, and sun-dried tomatoes.
Spaghetti Carbonara: Creamy spaghetti with eggs, cheese, and pancetta.
Curried Chickpea Wrap: Spiced chickpeas wrapped in a tortilla with greens and yogurt sauce.
Pan-Seared Cod with Citrus Salad: Quick-cooking cod with a refreshing orange and grapefruit salad.
Hope this episode blesses and inspires you!
Xx Blaga
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Episode 58 Weekly Meal Plan and 3 Preps to Make Your Dinners a Breeze
Today, we're diving into a fresh weekly meal plan designed to ease your kitchen time and boost those delicious results. Not only will I walk you through a mouth-watering lineup from Monday to Sunday, but I'll also spill the beans on three game-changing prep tips to cut your cooking time in half. So whether you're a wizard in the kitchen or just trying to avoid a culinary catastrophe, stick with me, and let's make your meal planning a piece of cake—or should I say, a slice of grilled pineapple!
Weekly Meal Plan:
Monday- Baked Salmon with Dill Sauce and Asparagus
Tuesday- BBQ Pork Chops With Potato Packets
Wednesday- Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken with Greek Salad
Thursday- Baked Ziti with Spinach
Friday- Grilled Cheese With Tomato Soup
Saturday- Orange Chicken with Steamed Rice
Sunday- Beef Burgers with caesar salad
Hope this episode inspires you!
XX Blaga
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Episode 57- Part 3 of 5 Mothers Month Series- Kitchen Chaos Control: 21 Ways to Streamline Your Cooking Space
Hey, Hey!
Gear up, because today we’re diving deep into practical, actionable tips that will help you reduce kitchen chaos. From clever storage solutions to workflow enhancements, these 21 strategies are designed to make your kitchen a serene space where culinary magic happens—not mishaps!
Hope this episode blesses and inspires you!
Xx Blaga
Become an insider and get weekly updates, meal plans with recipes and exclusive insider trainings, resources and support that you won’t find in the show!
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Episode 56 Wekkly Meal Plan and Bon7s Long Weekend BBQ Menu
Hey, Hey my friend!
On today’s episode, we’re diving into a fantastic weekly meal plan that’ll not only save your sanity but also please those tough little food critics we call family. Plus, I’ve thrown in a bonus BBQ menu for the upcoming long weekend. Victoria Day is all about fireworks and grilling, right? So, let’s make it delicious without the stress!
So let’s give you your weekly meal plan to set you up for success…pop in your earbuds and Let’s go!
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Weekly Meal Plan:
Monday - Thai Peanut Chicken Stir-Fry
Tuesday- Spaghetti Squash with Marinara Sauce and Meatballs
Wednesday- Vegetarian Tacos with Lentils
Thursday - Grilled Shrimp and Veggie Kabobs
Friday - Turkey Burgers with Sweet Potato Fries
Saturday - Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast
Sunday - Veggie and Hummus Pitas
Bonus BBQ Menu-
Now, for our Victoria Day celebration—let’s fire up the grill and get those good times rolling with this all-star BBQ lineup.
Appetizer: Grilled BruschettaBread, tomatoes, a drizzle of balsamic glaze—simple yet utterly delicious.
Main: BBQ Ribs and Grilled Corn on the CobSticky, sweet ribs and buttery corn—because it’s not a BBQ without some classics.
Salad: A fresh, herby side that adds a nice punch of healthiness to our BBQ.
Dessert: Grilled Peaches with Vanilla Ice CreamEnd on a sweet note with peaches grilled to caramelized perfection, topped with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream.
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Hope this episode inspires you!
Xx Blaga
Email us: hello@busymamamealplanning.com
Have a question? Send me a DM @blagagoertzen.
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Episode 55- Part 2 of 5- Mastering Make Ahead Meals for Busy Families
In this episode, we'll explore 21 make-ahead meal ideas that are perfect for those who are always on the go. These meals are designed to be prepped in advance, so you can simply 'heat and eat' when it's time to dine. We’re all about making life easier, so put on your aprons, and let’s dive into these sanity-saving recipes!
Hope this episode inspires you!
x
x Blaga
Become an insider and get weekly updates, meal plans with recipes and exclusive insider trainings, resources and support that you won’t find in the show!
https://busymamamealplanning.com/page/become-an-insider
Join Our Free Meal Planning For Busy Moms Community
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Email us: hello@busymamamealplanning.com
Have a question? Send me a DM @blagagoertzen
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