We’re in the thick of it now. Holiday parties are in full swing, your calendar looks like a game of Tetris, and someone just asked if you’re “ready for Christmas” which is code for “have you finished shopping, wrapped presents, sent cards, decorated your house, and planned your menu?” The answer is probably no, and that’s fine. This week’s meal plan is designed for people living in reality, not a holiday movie. These are the meals that will keep you fed when time is a luxury you don’t have!

I’m not giving you recipes that require trips to specialty stores or techniques that need your full attention. Almost everything this week can be prepped in advance, cooked quickly, or assembled from components you already have. We’re also building in flexibility because I guarantee something unexpected will come up like a last-minute work obligation, a school event, or just the general overwhelm that hits mid-December.

Think of this week’s meals as your insurance policy against stress eating and drive-through dinners. They’re substantial enough that you’ll feel satisfied, quick enough that you won’t resent making them, and versatile enough that you can adjust based on who’s actually home for dinner on any given night. So let’s get started!

WW Meal Plan SUNDAY December 7th

B: Hearty Breakfast Casserole (5 points)

L: Perfect Carne Asada (7 points)

D: Pork Bulgogi (4 points)

Dessert: Candy Cane Fruit Dip (2 points)

Total WW Points: 18

Notes: The carne asada is a fantastic recipe to meal prep protein for the week, so you could make a large batch and use it in salads and wraps all week, rather than making a new lunch meal every day.