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This Meal Plan 48 is packed with recipes that the entire family will love. They are all packed with flavor and made with simple ingredients.
We love using our leftovers to make another meal to save time and money. Scroll to the bottom to see how we used our leftovers for an flavorful meal idea.
Weekly Meal Plans have saved our readers so much money and makes dinnertime a breeze. Make sure to also check out Meal Plan 47, Meal Plan 46 and Meal Plan 45 for more easy recipes.

Table of Contents
Print Shopping List
Before heading to the store, print the shopping list to shop your pantry first. The ingredients are categorized so you can quickly shop and save money to make these delicious recipes.
Monday – Beef Roast
This large cut of meat that cooks easily in the oven, makes dinnertime a breeze. We love it more when served with delicious sides like this Cheesy Potato Casserole and Sautéed Green Beans.
Tuesday – Crockpot Whole Chicken
We like to make this Crockpot Whole Chicken to meal prep our meals for the week and I have even made it Thanksgiving. Pair it with a nice Garlic Parmesan Pasta and Oven-Roasted Parmesan Asparagus, then you’re all set.
Wednesday – Taco Bell Quesarito
Make this Taco Bell Quesarito for a cheesy, crunchy, and delicious copycat recipe. And the perfect pair — Taco Bell Nacho Fries!
Thursday – Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan Pasta
Everything you need for a delicious dinner including tender chicken and flavorful pasta is in the slow cooker. And if you want some veggies on the side, try this Roasted Zucchini and Squash recipe.
Friday – Crockpot Beef Tips
If you need a simple recipe that everyone is sure to love, try this Crockpot Beef Tips Recipe. The beef is so tender and the gravy is good on everything.
Breakfast – Cracker Barrel Pancake
Cracker Barrel Pancakes are the best homemade pancakes. We love that it only requires a few ingredients and we can easily make this copycat recipe at home.
Dessert – Lemon Truffles
These Lemon Truffles have the best soft texture and are bursting with lemon flavor. You will be surprised how easy these truffles are to make and are perfect for your next summer BBQ or your holiday dinner.
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Easy Side Dish Recipes
Easy Side Dishes
Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Easy Side Dishes
Spanish Rice Recipe
Easy Appetizer
Garlic Bread Cheese Sticks
Ways to Use Leftovers
- Roast – Use the leftovers and make Shredded Beef Sandwiches for an quick lunch the next day.
- Whole Chicken – I love to shred the chicken and make Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas for a simple dish that is loaded with flavor.
- Chicken Parmesan Pasta – Take the leftovers and place in a casserole dish and top with cheese for a delicious casserole recipe that the entire family will love.
- Beef Tips – We love serving the beef tips over mashed potatoes but for leftovers, I love to serve over Instant pot White Rice Recipe.
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