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Week of August 17, 2026 · Spread the work and reduce last-minute decisions.
Weekly assignments
| Day | Meal | Primary cook | Prep ahead | Helpers & jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken with Pineapple | Karen | Cut the bell pepper and chicken before starting the slow cooker. Drain the pineapple and reserve 1/4 cup of juice. Cook rice near serving time if using. | Noelle — Whisk the cornstarch, teriyaki sauce, and pineapple juice. Banjo — Measure the teriyaki sauce and set out the pineapple. |
| Tuesday | Pesto Tortellini | Tahlia | Grate the Asiago and measure the pesto before gymnastics. Reserve pasta water before draining. Have an adult help Tahlia drain the boiling pasta. | Noelle — Measure the pesto and pine nuts. Banjo — Set out the Asiago and serving bowls. |
| Wednesday | Hearty Beef Stew | Karen | Cut the stew beef into 1-inch cubes if needed. Chop and measure the carrots, potatoes, onion, and celery. Start the slow cooker early enough for dinner. | Noelle — Wash the carrots, potatoes, and celery. Banjo — Measure the water and seasoning. |
| Thursday | Broccoli Lasagna Roll-Ups | Tahlia | Use the Broccoli Lasagna Roll-Ups ingredients already on hand. Thaw and drain the broccoli thoroughly. Have an adult nearby for draining the noodles and moving the hot baking dish. | Noelle — Mix the broccoli and cheese filling. Banjo — Measure the sauce and set out the baking dish. |
| Friday | Leftovers | Karen | Use the oldest refrigerated food first. Reheat each dish until hot throughout. | Everyone — Choose and reheat leftovers. |
| Saturday | Peppered Pork Pitas | Karen | Use the pork chops already on hand. Slice the pork and bell peppers before cooking. Mix the garlic sauce ahead and refrigerate it. | Noelle — Mix the garlic sauce. Banjo — Wash the bell peppers and set out the pita bread. |
| Sunday | Crockpot BBQ Chicken | Karen | Confirm the chicken is thawed before starting the slow cooker. Mix the sauce ingredients ahead of time if desired. If shredding, return the chicken to the sauce for 10–15 minutes. | Noelle — Mix the barbecue sauce, dressing, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Banjo — Measure the brown sugar and set out the buns. |
Equipment needed this week
- Slow cooker (3- to 4-quart for teriyaki chicken)
- Large pot
- Colander
- Large skillet
- 12-inch skillet
- Medium baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Chef's knife
- Cutting boards
- Cheese grater
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Ladle
- Two forks
- Instant-read thermometer
- Aluminum foil