A Working Mom's Meal Plan

The hardest part of my day is when we get home and everyone is immediately hungry. I love to cook and prefer
home-cooked meals, but I don't like to cook much during the work week. And yet, dinner has to get on the table...
My solution: make-ahead meals, freeze-ahead meals and recipes so easy that I'll make them on a Monday. I cook
mostly on the weekends, always doubling recipes, and rely heavily on my extra freezer and a decently-stocked pantry.
This cooking style saves me time and money, and it makes my life simpler—so I can actually enjoy sitting down
to supper at 6 with my family. I hope these recipes will make the witching hour a little better at your house too.

Sunday, January 30, 2011

Salsa Soup

Made for Monday nights—it's that quick, and the ingredients are so simple.
(from the comments section of the NY Times)

1 pint fresh salsa
1 can black beans or other beans, drained/rinsed
1 cup frozen corn
4 cups chicken broth (large box)
Leftover shredded chicken, if you have it
Fresh cilantro or scallions
Tortilla chips
Shredded cheese

Combine salsa, beans, corn and broth in saucepan over medium heat. Cook for several minutes or until hot. Stir in cilantro and/or chicken, if using.

Serve in large bowls; add lots of tortilla chips and shredded cheese.

*You could easily make this soup ahead of time. Or, make a double batch and freeze the leftovers. 

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