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Week of August 3, 2026 · Spread the work and reduce last-minute decisions.
Weekly assignments
| Day | Meal | Primary cook | Prep ahead | Helpers & jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Beef and Broccoli | Karen | Use the Beef and Broccoli ingredients already on hand. Slice the beef very thin before cooking. Prepare the sauce before heating the skillet. | Noelle — Whisk the sauce. Banjo — Wash the broccoli. |
| Tuesday | Tortellini Soup | Tahlia | Dice the onion before cooking. Grate the Parmesan and prepare the herbs. Serve promptly so the tortellini and spinach keep their texture. | Noelle — Drain and rinse the garbanzo beans. Banjo — Tear and set out the French bread. |
| Wednesday | Sloppy Joe Homemade Sauce | Karen | Double the recipe for the Meeker family. Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Measure the sauce ingredients before browning the beef. | Noelle — Measure the sauce ingredients. Banjo — Set out the buns and tableware. |
| Thursday | Homemade Hamburger Helper | Tahlia | Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Shred the cheddar before cooking. Measure the broth, tomato sauce, cream, and seasonings. | Noelle — Grate the cheddar with adult supervision. Banjo — Measure the seasonings. |
| Friday | Leftovers | Karen | Use the oldest refrigerated food first. Reheat each dish until hot throughout. | Everyone — Choose and reheat leftovers. |
| Saturday | Pork Lo Mein | Nathan | Chop the carrots, onion, garlic, and romaine. Measure the peas and water before heating the skillet. | Noelle — Wash the romaine. Banjo — Measure the peas and water. |
| Sunday | Broccoli Lasagna Roll-Ups | Nathan | Thaw and thoroughly drain the broccoli. Prepare the ricotta filling ahead if desired. Cook the noodles just before assembly so they roll easily. | Noelle — Mix the broccoli and cheese filling. Banjo — Measure the cheeses. |
Equipment needed this week
- Large soup pot
- Large skillet
- Dutch oven
- Large pot
- Medium baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Chef's knife
- Cutting boards
- Wooden spoon
- Whisk
- Ladle
- Colander
- Cheese grater
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Aluminum foil