Week of January 4 (Happy 2021!)

Monday- Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos

https://www.skinnytaste.com/slow-cooker-chicken-tacos/

Add a Mexican quinoa or yellow rice for your hearty diners. A quick "Mexican" side salad would also freshen up your meal.

Tuesday- Pork Tenderloin Sheet Pan Dinner

https://www.number-2-pencil.com/pork-tenderloin-recipe-easy-sheet-pan-dinner/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=pinterest&utm_campaign=tailwind_tribes&utm_content=tribes&utm_term=453200496_15572820_104135

This recipes includes baby potatoes, but feel free to add carrots, brussel sprouts or your favorite veggie.

Wednesday- 15 minute Wonton Soup

https://www.feastingathome.com/wonton-soup/

Yielding only 2 servings, you may have to double or triple the recipe to accommodate your family. For your more hearty diners, add a crunchy Asian chicken panini to accompany this light soup.

Thursday- Enchilada Verde Casserole with Avocado Slaw

Enchilada Verde Casserole with Avocado Slaw

Yield: 4 servings

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

FOR THE CASSEROLE:

4 cups shredded pork (If you made larger tenderloin roasts on Monday, feel free to use leftovers in this recipe)

1½ teaspoons chili powder

1½ teaspoons ground cumin

1½ teaspoons dried oregano

½ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon coarse sea salt

¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

4 cups salsa verde, divided

6 (6-inch) corn or grain-free tortillas

¾ cup shredded white cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (omit for Paleo and/or dairy-free), divided

FOR THE AVOCADO SLAW:

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)

2 tablespoons avocado oil

½ cup diced red onion

1 jalapeño pepper, finely chopped

1 avocado, cut into ½-inch cubes

¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves

Shredded purple cabbage

Instructions:

TO MAKE THE CASSEROLE:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.

2. In a medium-sized bowl, toss the pork with the chili powder, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

3. Spread 1 cup of the salsa in an 8-inch square baking dish, then cover with 2 tortillas: Place a tortilla in one or the corners of the dish, then cut the second tortilla in half and use the halves to fill in the empty spaces along the side and bottom of the whole tortilla.

4. Spread one-third of the seasoned pork over the tortillas, then top with an additional cup of the salsa and ¼ cup of the cheese. Repeat for two more layers.

5. Bake the casserole for 30 minutes, uncovered, until the cheese is bubbling.

TO MAKE THE AVOCADO SLAW:

1. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the lime juice and avocado oil.

2. Add the red onion, jalapeño, avocado, cilantro, and cabbage and toss to coat.

3. Place the slaw on top of the casserole and serve!

Friday- Classic BLTs

https://www.tastingtable.com/cook/recipes/How-to-Make-Classic-BLT-Sandwich

I like to play around with the toppings. Add avocado or even oven roasted salmon. I would prefer Boston Bibb lettuce, but feel free to use romaine, arugula or your favorite green.