Between Christmas and New Year’s, sometimes I can’t remember what day of the week it is. From parties to lounging, cooking is probably not on everyone’s mind. That is, if you are hungry after all the sweets and treats served at the gathering.
Instead of throwing in the towel and ordering every meal, there are some simple dishes you can make without too much hassle.
A trip to the grocery store and a little bit of an out-of-the-box mindset will make you feel a little more organized during such a weird week, at least when it comes to food.
Here are five easy meal ideas to try on vacation.
1. Sandwich slider that pulls apart
These sandwiches are fun and make great meals when family members are hungrier than others. Grab one, two, or more depending on how hungry you are.
Easy to make. Key ingredients include bread rolls (a great creation from King’s Hawaiian), some meats, some cheeses and butter. Place the bottom half of the sandwich roll on a baking sheet, add meat and cheese and any other toppings of your choice, and add the top of the roll him. Add melted butter and herbs on top of roll, cover and bake.
Recipes vary, but there are many to choose from. Just search for sandwiches to pull away and you’ll find tons of recipes.
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2. Easy casserole baking
There are many easy pan-fried recipes. From breakfast bakes to southwestern varieties to pizza casseroles, there’s something for every taste. It’s easy to prepare and the work is done by the time you put it in the oven.
search Pinterest For a simple casserole, you’ll find enough for each day of the week or month.
3. One-pan dinner
No one likes having lots of pots and pans cluttering up, especially when your home is a mess on vacation. Enter the one pan dinner.
From vegetables and chicken to shrimp, Italian sausage and sheet pan pizza, the possibilities are endless. Search online for one-pan dinner ideas and you’ll be surprised at the sheer number of options.
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4. Meal side dishes and snacks
Who said a diet must cover all food groups? Choose small bites as meals instead of overthinking them. Think fruit and vegetables with dips and crackers. Add a hard-boiled egg and nuts for extra protein.
Other options include avocado toast with eggs and baked potatoes topped with Greek yogurt, cherry tomatoes, avocado and feta cheese. Feel free to combine whatever you like. Simple, easy and healthy.
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5. Use Leftovers
If all else fails, or if you want the easiest option, stick with leftovers or make something new.
Think ham or turkey sandwiches or ham soup. Or use a Christmas dinner side dish with another main dish. Switch it up and use a different side each day to get through the week with less work.
