You might’ve noticed I was a little quiet last week — I took a much-needed break to recharge (and maybe sneak in a nap or three). But I’m back and ready to roll, and we’re jumping straight into dinner prep because the countdown to the new school year has officially begun!

This week, we’re keeping things easy, cozy, and low-effort with a full lineup of crockpot dinners to help ease back into busy weeknights. Whether you're running errands, working all day, or juggling kids’ practices and school supply shopping, I’ve got you covered with recipes that fit your schedule. Long cooktimes, short cooktimes, dump-and-go meals — it’s all here!

Let’s get back in the swing of things and make dinner one less thing to stress about. 💚

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Recipes and Schedule

Tuesday 7/15 Lima Beans

1-pound dry large lima beans

2 pounds smoked sausage

2 pounds smoked pork neck bones (optional)

1 yellow onion

4 cups chicken broth

Minced garlic

1/2 stick butter

4 cups water

Season to taste with onion powder, garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper

Rice and corn muffins for serving

Wednesday 7/16 Lemon Pepper Chicken

5 pounds bone-in, skin on chicken thighs

2 lemons

3 tbs olive oil

3 tbs cornstarch (mixed with water to thicken sauce at end of cooking)

Season chicken with onion powder, ground thyme, Cajun seasoning, lemon pepper seasoning, salt, and pepper

Jasmine rice for serving

Thursday 7/17 Marry Me Meatballs

1-family size bag of frozen meatballs

1–8-ounce jar sundried tomatoes

1–16-ounce package of potato gnocchi

2 cups heavy whipping cream

1-10.5 ounce can cream of chicken soup

5 ounces fresh spinach (optional)

2 tbs dried minced onions

4 cups chicken broth

1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Season to taste with onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and pepper

Friday 7/18 Mississippi Meatballs

1 family size bag frozen meatballs

1-12 ounce jar pepperoncini peppers

1 packet Au Jus gravy mix

1 packet ranch seasoning

1-10.5 ounce can beef consume

1/2 stick butter

Mashed potatoes or rice for serving

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