Dinner time can sometimes be a bit?challenging?and overwhelming for the busy moms and dads who have to?think about what to prepare?for their families on a daily basis. I?ll admit! Although I do enjoy cooking most of the time, there are those days when I don?t have a clue of what to?fix or simply do NOT have the energy.? Since we do not eat out often, I find myself over the stove just about everday.? The problem I?m facing is that I find myself preparing the same ole dishes over and over again -which is why I am always on the lookout for new meal planning ideas and recipes.
I recently had the opportunity to review a copy of Make-Ahead Meals for Busy Moms by author Jane Doiron .? Jane?s book is ideal for those who are looking to save time in the kitchen and spend more time doing what we love…being with and enjoying?our families!? Her?concept is simple and just?perfect for us busy moms and dads.
The recipes are organized nicely into categories and include appetizers, main dishes, side dishes, soups, breakfast and brunch, and desserts.
What I like about this Cookbook:
- The recipes are easy to follow and delicious!
- Recipes can be frozen or made ahead of time.This method works perfectly on those crazy busy, just don?t wanna cook days.
- Works great for a busy mom or day schedule
- Jane offers lots of great helpful hint and tips
- Did I say the recipes were DELICIOUS
If you like the idea of quick, easy, delicious meals, you might want to consider: Make-Ahead Meals for Busy Moms
Where to Buy: Amazon.com for around $16 (new). You can also purchase a printable electronic version for $12.
Win It: Jane Doiron is offering a free copy of her cookbook,? Make-Ahead Meals for Busy Moms,?to one of my readers!
Enter To Win:
1st Mandatory Entry:??Visit?Make Ahead Meals for Busy Moms website and tell me what recipe you would be interested in.? Hint: you can find the recipes on the table of contents tab).
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Carol says
Chicken Parmesan appeals to me.
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Jen says
Mini Cheesecakes
Leslie says
Would love to try the Italian Restaurant Chicken.
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Tari L. says
The Chicken Canneloni sounds good.
Kristi C says
I would like to try to make the Crab Cakes.
Denise B. says
I’d love to try the pizza bites.
Sandra K321 says
I would try the Cheesy Pasta
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I already follow her blog. Great recipes.
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Deborah Wellenstein says
I would make the Crab Melts. Thanks!
Melissa M. says
I would try the Chicken Parmesan…my hubby loves it :)
Jessica says
I would love the spicy corn chowder
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Julie says
Shepherd’s pie sounds yummy
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Karen says
I’d like to make the recipe for Shepherd’s Pie.
deana c says
I would like to try the Stuffed Beef Tenderloin.
Emily R. says
I would love to learn to make Chicken Cordon Bleu!
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Kristy C says
I would love to tr the pizza bites!
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kelly wakefield says
The pizza bites really appeal to me
Emma S says
Mushroom Burgers.
Renee G says
I’d like to try the recipe for Thai Chicken Thighs.
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BG says
pizza bites.. i love anything pizza!
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Becca says
The honey mustard chicken fingers sound great, thanks!
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Debbie P says
I’d like to try the Italian Restaurant Chicken.
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Andria says
I’d like to try the Chicken Canneloni.
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Jason says
I really want to make the Italian Wedding Soup
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sarah says
i’m interested in the shepherd’s pie!
dreeg says
I want to make the Lemon Bread.
Letessha says
The mini cheesecakes are great.
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Jackie says
I’d like to try the Chicken Marsala with a Twist recipe. Thanks for the review and giveaway!
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angie says
BBQ Pepper Jack Chicken sound great.
Dani says
Would love to try the Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins. YUM!
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Wendi P says
I would love to try the Panko Breaded Pork Medallions. I always make dry, icky pork chops so I am hoping that this recipe would be delish.
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REBECCA TOWNER says
I love trying new recipes so I would make lots of them but maybe start with Baked Manicotti-always a favorite
Michelle Vandervort says
I would LOVE the taco lasagna recipe — YUM!
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Paula Michele says
I think the Chicken Parmesan sounds good.
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Ashley says
Stuffed pork tenderloin!
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Chantel says
Those mini cheesecakes looks so good..And would be very pleasing to my picky eaters!
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Paula S. says
Honey Mustard Chicken Fingers sounds good.
Annmarie W. says
I would love to try to make the Chicken Piccata! Yummy!
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Eileen Burmester says
I would love the italian Restaurant chicken
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brooke says
The Hawaiian Bread… mmmm some good hawaiian bread would be wonderful as long as it’s real hawaiian bread and not just bread with pineapples..
Mary Ward says
I love soups and stews so I’d love to try the Italian Wedding Soup.
Lorena Keech says
The Mushroom Burgers sound like something we would all like.
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Jen R says
I would love to try the Chicken Stroganoff.
Rachel H. says
Hmmmm…my daughter loves dipping EVERYTHING…so I would love to see the buffalo chicken dip. That and the strawberry bread sounds wonderful too!
Angela Winesburg says
I would love to make the Honey Mustard Chicken Fingers, thanks!
Molly K. says
I would love to try the Chicken and Spinach Tortellini Soup.
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Erma says
I’d like to try to make the Mini Cheesecakes.
Bonnette says
I would like to try the Chicken Parmesan
Ed Nemmers says
Chicken and Spinach Tortellini Soup!
Amanda S. says
The Spicy Corn Chowder sounds good!
Kara says
I’d like to try making the cheddar cheese soup.
Kristina W says
I’d like to try the Italian Wedding Soup
Pamela S says
I’d love to try the Chicken Cannelloni. Thanks!
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Storm says
The Chicken Piccata sounds interesting to make!
Heather Goldsmith says
I’d love to try the Freezeable Lemon Bars. Thanks!
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Kerri says
Definitely the chicken cannoli that looks heavenly
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christopher h says
i’d like to try the shepherd’s pie
chastidy says
Id love to try and make the Stuffed Mushrooms :)
theodore esteghamat says
I like the crab cakes.
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oneangel says
I would love to try the Mashed Potato Casserole.
Lori W. says
The Italian Restaurant Chicken looks like a good idea.
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Gloria says
I’d love to try the Cherry Bars!
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id love to try the Chive and Onion Potato Casserole
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Veronica Garrett says
I would like to try the Chicken Noodle Soup.
Deborah R says
I’d like to make the Cheddar Cheese Soup recipe.
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i’m interested in the Italian Restaurant Chicken
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I’d love to try the Blueberry Bread :)
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Jane Hoh says
Shepherd’s Pie is something I have had at restaurants but never made. If it can be done quickly, I’m in. Thanks for the opportunity to win.
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mmmm the Broiled Honey Mustard Salmon sounds awesome!!
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Kevin S. says
Chicken Stroganoff please :)
Jennifer says
I would love to try the Chicken Stroganoff.
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The Cheddar Cheese Soup recipe looks very tasty!
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Sand says
The Chicken Cordon Bleu sounds good.
Betty C says
I’d like to try the Chicken Stroganoff.
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