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Good Food, Football with Framily, and Meal Planning

By Courtney 39 Comments

Hey heyyyyy! We’re so excited it’s Monday!

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Kidding. We’re really not. Weekend went by too fast. Booooo.

We had a pretty low-key Saturday…

  • We had to have one of our couches picked up to get repaired/replaced, so now we’re down to one couch for an unknown amount of time.
  • Lucas and I went out to do our weekly grocery shopping and he decided to have a mini-meltdown in the frozen food isle. It was awesome.
  • We played a LOT of hide and seek under the blankets.

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  • I had a killer, double T25 workout (Speed 3.0 + Rip’t Circuit) and it was great. Apparently I’m not totally giving up on it!
  • Jay worked a little bit on the final details of the bathroom remodel (yep, we’re still truckin’ along on that one…we have a “due date” of November 1st!).
  • We had THE most delicious dinner…

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Jay spent some time in the kitchen Saturday afternoon making homemade sauce AND chicken parmesan for us, and it was soooo ridiculously good. That chicken was huge though, so I only made it through about half…leftovers, baby.

Sunday morning we had a quick visit from my parents and then after Lucas’s nap, we headed over to Brian and Mal’s house for some good food, football, and fun with framily (no, that post title wasn’t a typo…they’re our friends/family). Winking smile

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I ended up trying this UFO pumpkin beer and I. Am. Obsessed.

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Honestly, I had kinda written pumpkin beer off because none of them were really doing it for me, but this stuff was incredible. On a mission now to find myself a six-pack. Oh, and a chouch…I seriously LOVE their chair/couch. It’s soooo comfy.

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If only we had room in our house…some day!

Lucas also got the chance to hang out with his cuz, Chase (Sarah and Jeff’s adorable babe).

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They don’t know it yet, but these two are gonna be best buds some day. And I’m sure they’ll be causing all sorts of trouble before we know it.

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The boys…and apparently, my little boy was too cool for photos.

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And the girls…please excuse my dirty, crazy looking mess of hair.

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Of course, it wouldn’t be football Sunday at Brian and Mal’s without some of Mal’s Easy Chili. It’s one of my absolute favorite chili recipes.

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We had to bail shortly after eating since Lucas missed his afternoon nap and was getting a little, well, done with the day. So we came home, gave him a tubby, put him to bed, and got all of the lunches and some other meal prep ready for the week.

Oh hey, yeah, guess what? I actually meal planned a bit for this week. Here’s what we’ve got on tap…I’ll start with this past Saturday since that’s how I planned it:

  • Saturday: Baked Chicken Parmesan with Jay’s homemade sauce (recipe to come!)

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  • Sunday: Out to Brian & Mal’s for football with Mal’s Easy Chili
  • Monday: Crockpot Burgundy Beef Stew and Cheesy Italian Quick Bread
  • Tuesday: Easy Chicken and Veggie Stir Fry
  • Wednesday: Crockpot Stuffed Pepper Soup
  • Thursday: Leftovers (we’ll have plenty!)
  • Friday: Wing it/order out

How about you guys? Good weekend? Any meal planning for this week? Feel free to share anything you’ve got planned or are excited to try…I’m always looking for new ideas!

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October 20, 2014 Filed Under: Friends, weekend Tagged With: brian and mal, chicken parmesan, homemade sauce, lucas and chase, mal's easy chili, T25, UFO pumpkin, weekend

About Courtney

I'm a working mom of two beautiful little boys, Lucas and Alex, and I began writing Sweet Tooth, Sweet Life in April 2010. I enjoy chronicling my love of food (healthy and indulgent!), baking, motherhood, fitness, fashion, and everything in between!

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  1. Brynn says

    October 20, 2014 at 6:22 am

    We had a similar weekend with football and friends. The best part of my weekend was having a little off-duty time to catch up with my best friend over coffee. My husband watched our little one so I could get out for a bit. It was so wonderful after three weeks with a newborn to see the light if day, get dresses and spend time with my bestie.
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    • Courtney says

      October 20, 2014 at 1:27 pm

      Ohhh girl, I bet that felt fabulous!! Good for you on getting out for a bit - totally helps re-energize you, doesn't it?!
      Reply
  2. Stacie @ SimplySouthernStacie says

    October 20, 2014 at 7:01 am

    Football, friends and family - isn't that what weekends are all about?
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  3. Linz @ Itz Linz says

    October 20, 2014 at 7:09 am

    William has been loving hide and seek! Though he doesn't really know what he's doing when he puts the blanket over his face lol
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    • Courtney says

      October 20, 2014 at 1:27 pm

      So cute when they do it while they're little and don't realize they're doing it. Love it!!
      Reply
  4. Shel@PeachyPalate says

    October 20, 2014 at 7:45 am

    That chilli looks damn good! That chouch is awesome! The two boys fit just nicely in it with LOTS of leg room :)
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  5. Torry @ A World Without Wheat says

    October 20, 2014 at 7:47 am

    ugh I didn't meal plan at all this weekend, I didn't even make it to the store for groceries. I do have some ideas of what we are going to eat but nothing set in stone. Looks like your meals are gonna be good!!!
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  6. Heather @fitncookies says

    October 20, 2014 at 8:18 am

    You really fit a bunch into the weekend! Lots of fun, though, which is always a good time. I bet you can't wait for that bathroom to be completely done! Jay did a great job from what we saw so far. I have Chicken Tortilla soup on the menu for this week. Excuse the pictures, ha, but this is the recipe. It makes a lot, perfect for leftovers! http://wp.me/p3cAlA-22r
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    • Courtney says

      October 20, 2014 at 1:26 pm

      That sounds delish..and so easy!! Thanks for sharing :)
      Reply
  7. Linda @ The Fitty says

    October 20, 2014 at 8:38 am

    On a cold autumn day, it's nice to have a nice hot bowl of something. Youuuu gotttt meee cravinggg for chiliiii......
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  8. Kelly says

    October 20, 2014 at 8:49 am

    My attempt at meal planning is going to include lettuce wraps this week (using this recipe... http://www.pinterest.com/pin/544443042427075815/ ...as the filling. A friend turned me onto it a while back and it's sooo yummy and I love that I have most everything all the time in the pantry. My kids love it too since it's nice and sweet. :)
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    • Courtney says

      October 20, 2014 at 1:25 pm

      I TOTALLY pinned that after seeing it earlier. Thank you for sharing!!
      Reply
  9. cait @pieceofcait says

    October 20, 2014 at 9:30 am

    your title says it all... all the best things!!! <3
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  10. Stacey M. says

    October 20, 2014 at 9:36 am

    Sounds like a perfect fall weekend to me! Time spent chillin' with family and/or friends is just the best. And when you add in beer and chili, well that's just perfection. :) I had to laugh when you said "mini-meltdown" ... my fiance's sister always uses the term "meltdown" and it makes me laugh every time. It really is the perfect way to describe their little episodes!
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    • Courtney says

      October 20, 2014 at 1:25 pm

      Haha, it really is! There's no other good way to describe it :)
      Reply
  11. Chelsea@TableForOne says

    October 20, 2014 at 10:03 am

    Love the meal plan ideas! I have been on a meal planning kick lately. I have my week planned out and have crockpot carnitas, stuffed bell peppers, and an egg bake ready to go for the week.
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    • Courtney says

      October 20, 2014 at 1:23 pm

      Mmmm, I keep saying I want to do an egg bake! Yet...I never do, haha.
      Reply
  12. Alexa @ Simple Eats says

    October 20, 2014 at 10:16 am

    Way to go with the menu planning! I say every. single. week. I will menu plan and then I wind up going to the store and buying a bunch of food to wing it. Ha!
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    • Courtney says

      October 20, 2014 at 1:23 pm

      Hahaha, that is us 99% of the time, too. I guess I was just being an overachiever this weekend ;)
      Reply
  13. Carrie (This Fit Chick) says

    October 20, 2014 at 10:22 am

    I love football weekends! What a fun time and chicken parmesan--- WINNER. I haven't had that in ages!
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    • Courtney says

      October 20, 2014 at 1:22 pm

      It's the BEST! And the baked version we do is delicious AND healthier! ;)
      Reply
  14. Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries says

    October 20, 2014 at 11:01 am

    Mmmm chicken parmesan! So good! Aren't tantrums in public so fun?! Ha, not! The joys of the toddler stage... ;)
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    • Courtney says

      October 20, 2014 at 1:22 pm

      Bahaha, oh yes, they're just wonderful. There I am, amongst the frozen veggies, pleading for my child to "not be that child" lol :)
      Reply
  15. Angela @ HonestlyAngela says

    October 20, 2014 at 11:06 am

    I'm not usually a chicken parm fan but that looks amazing! This week I am planning to make this sausage stuffing: http://www.theleangreenbean.com/sausage-wild-rice-stuffing/ yum!
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    • Courtney says

      October 20, 2014 at 1:21 pm

      Thanks for sharing the recipe! That sounds awesome!
      Reply
  16. Alex says

    October 20, 2014 at 11:33 am

    Looks like you had a great weekend! We had a good one around here as well. I was on top of things this weekend and meal planned our dinners as well! I made some butternut squash soup and an easy sweet potato bake I plan to share this week because they actually ended up being delicious recipes. Have a great week!
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  17. Ashley @ A Lady Goes West says

    October 20, 2014 at 12:01 pm

    Happy Monday to you! Because of evening events and travel this weekend, my husband and I won't be home much, so we only have two dinners planned. Spaghetti squash and turkey meatballs one night and some mahi mahi baked with salsa the other night. Easy and healthy!
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    • Courtney says

      October 20, 2014 at 1:21 pm

      Both of those sound delicious, especially the spaghetti squash and turkey meatballs. Yum!
      Reply
  18. Britt@MyOwnBalance says

    October 20, 2014 at 1:01 pm

    That chicken parm looks amazing! Can't wait for the recipe!
    Reply
  19. Presley @ Run Pretty says

    October 20, 2014 at 1:06 pm

    I was out of town this weekend so no meal planning or prep has occurred. I sent Ryne to the grocery store. He got beer, mini eclairs, and iced cookies. Hmm.
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    • Courtney says

      October 20, 2014 at 1:08 pm

      Sad face :( I missed you...hope you had a blast!!!
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      • Presley @ Run Pretty says

        October 20, 2014 at 1:11 pm

        I didn't want to mention how depressed I was that you weren't there but since you brought it up... ;) Anyway, we need to schedule a trip of our own. Beach?
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        • Courtney says

          October 20, 2014 at 1:14 pm

          YES PLEASE. We'll let the kiddos run wild while we just sit and relax. Haha, riiiiiight ;)
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  20. Sarah @ Sweet Miles says

    October 20, 2014 at 2:36 pm

    Umm that chicken parmesan looks amazing!! You always have the best food on here, Courtney :)
    Reply
  21. Nicole says

    October 20, 2014 at 3:21 pm

    Agreed, UFO is one of my favorite pumpkin beers!
    Reply
  22. Fiona @ Get Fit Fiona says

    October 20, 2014 at 5:54 pm

    The chicken Parmesan looks delicious! I know what you mean about comfy couches. My boyfriend has one like that. Once I'm on there I don't want to get off!
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  23. Lauren @ The Bikini Experiment says

    October 20, 2014 at 7:33 pm

    Looks like a nice weekend! Mine was very busy...it was my birthday and I attended a conference so I was constantly on the go! Happy Monday. :-)
    Reply
  24. Jennifer Lattin says

    October 20, 2014 at 9:27 pm

    The weekend was nice-we went to the Tulsa Oktoberfest on Saturday. We had great beer n' brats! My 2-week meal plan includes: Pork chop, green pea, & stuffing casserole Pan-seared lamb chops in wine sauce & red potatoes Caesar salads & pastrami sandwiches Chicken & rice soup Chicken pot pie Roasted corn Mexican casserole Parmesan broiled white fish & sweet potatoes
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  25. Annette@FitnessPerks says

    October 20, 2014 at 11:13 pm

    Chicken parm sounds so delicious!! Mmmmm! On the menu for this week for us: hmmmmmm….gotta get on that. Yikes! LOL My weekend was somewhat baby free since I went to a Les Mills BA training! It was tough but awesome.
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