What We Eat In A Week As A Family of 5 | Healthy breakfast, lunch & dinner ideas!

[@BrittneyVanDijk]

Please do more of these! It gave me so many ideas for my kids and I. It also helps me normalize normal food. Sometimes we can be so hard on ourselves to make everything pretty and perfectly healthy all the time and I just need a reminder to calm down sometimes lol thank you ❤

[@margaretmatheny]

Aw, this is making me teary. I definitely will do more of these. Thanks for sharing this, it's so encouraging for me!

[@hayleyredd5092]

I'm so glad you are homeschooling! This is our first full year homeschooling and regret my kids going to "real" school so much! We absolutely love it!

[@margaretmatheny]

This makes my heart so happy, thaks for sharing this!

[@aniadziedzic6177]

In love with the way you talk about food, nourishing yourself, caring for the people you love. The video got me inspired in many ways, from mind shifting to actual recipes. More of these!

[@margaretmatheny]

Aw, thank you, that's so encouraging for me to read. Thanks for sharing.

[@kaylagoldrick1309]

Girl! You need to double batch those pancakes and pop them in the freezer. Reheat in the am in the toaster! Works for waffles too and is a hugeeee time saver!!

[@amandaprather6573]

Hot dog content adds to my life because I don’t want to always see elaborate things that I can’t accomplish. Love when people keep it real!

[@margaretmatheny]

hahaha I'm seriously so touched that this resonated with so many. It's just my season of life and I gotta honor that! Thanks for these kind and encouraging words, I appreciate them more than you know!

[@MariahBaker17]

All great meal ideas and we do a lot of these too! You're doing a great job!❤ Nothing wrong with eating hot dogs instead of soup😅 I'm in the same season you're in..3 kids, mine are 4 and under.. the days can be stressful but I'm so glad you find little ways to make everyday enjoyable!

[@LearnWithAdrienne]

Love this! Very similar to what we eat. I have 2 boys (3 & 5 years old). LOVED the part in this video where you are reading Stuart Little and your son pulled the chair up to be closer and then he sits even closer 🥹🥰 Just the sweetest and reminded me of my boys! We do a smoothie every day for their morning snack and I add a TON of protein. I cook quinoa in bone broth and add that to the smoothie, toss in some chickpeas, etc. I agree…protein is so crucial! If we don’t have it with every meal, we all start to unravel before the next meal 😅 Let me find the link to our daily shake recipe…we love it!

[@margaretmatheny]

Love this, thanks for sharing! I'd love the recipe!!

[@LearnWithAdrienne]

​@@margaretmatheny Sure! Here's the protein-packed smoothie recipe...we call them "milkshakes" haha! I filmed a little video to show ideas for how to prep milkshake bags ahead of time to easily dump and pour into the blender. But now, I simply keep a ziploc bag of each separate ingredient in the freezer and a little cup to scoop out the frozen things and I just make the milkshakes on the spot. Either way works well, just depends on how much time you have to set aside to prep the bags in advance. I eventually found that prepping all the bags was taking more time, effort, and space than just having the ingredients all on hand. It was also hard to make sure I had every single ingredient in the quantities that I needed for a big milkshake bag prep session. Now, when a ziploc bag runs out, I know I need more berries, for example. Hope you all enjoy if you try it out! :) Here's the recipe: www.learnwithadrienne.com/blog/milkshake

[@thedupontnest]

Tonight I had a bowl of Greek yogurt with collagen, a drizzle of honey, peanut butter, and shredded coconut. 0 judgment on your delicious looking hot dogs 😍

[@margaretmatheny]

YUM! Haha, thanks for not judging me!!

[@grocerylovingmommy]

I also gotta add, I almost forgot, your morning routine is also relatable. I'm happy to see someone else out there normalizing slow mornings even on weekdays. Well slow-ish lol I video chat my family too (they live in the Philippines) and I can't tell you how much that brings me joy. Yes I could be listening to podcast or doing cardio but talking to the family brings me inner joy and peace. Love to see that!

[@margaretmatheny]

Aw thank you so much. These words are so encouraging to me. I sometimes feel silly filming such mundane experiences, but this is exactly why I keep doing it. I know I'm not the only one craving realness on this platform. So, thank you for sharing this, it's so inspiring for me!!

[@jonipresson]

Your hair is looking absolutely beautiful 🤩 loved all the meal ideas, and thank you for reminding reminding us all to keep is simple, even the meals! Especially loved the hotdog meal 😂

[@margaretmatheny]

Thank you!! Haha, I loved the hotdog meal too 😂 Thanks for these kind words

[@SparrowsEndBusinessDiaries]

Hi lovely! The cloudy rice water is the starch. Washing it away stops the rice grains from sticking together etc I always do it too! 🍚

[@lucy_m2838]

Love this video - your honesty was so refreshing and encouraging. I've watched a lot of your videos and the quality is so high. Thanks for being real, keep doing what you're doing please

[@margaretmatheny]

Thank you, wow these words are so kind!

[@brookeparler7452]

Cracking up because I ate two plain hot dogs with mustard and a strawberry smoothie for lunch today and it was delicious! Keep it up mama!

[@margaretmatheny]

Fantastic, you are my people 😂

[@GrowingBackForwards]

There is an enzyme in bananas that actually deplete the nutrients of other fruits when mixed together in a smoothie, if you don’t mind no worries just if you didn’t know that 🙂

[@IsaiahandKristenLandon]

Wow! I didn’t know that. I always hated bananas mixed into smoothies growing up, never liked the taste; just enjoyed it as a stand-alone fruit. 🤷‍♀ Maybe my body knew somewhere deep down in my cells….😂

[@angelalumia3394]

Margaret these are good!! Thank you for showing us a realistic life, balance is so necessary.

[@margaretmatheny]

Thanks, Angela!! Thanks for sharing that, that was my hope for this video.

[@Ma-Says]

Thanks for the fun and inspiring video! I've been making myself a smoothie most afternoons and loving it. A few of my kids usually make one for themselves too. I love that you show a real week, not a perfectly orchestrated one. Pancakes every morning is a win! The wooden bowls are lovely!

[@margaretmatheny]

Love to hear this!! And thanks, we love them. They are pretty and kid-proof!

[@KristinaGreenwood]

Thanks for sharing! My favorite shake is chocolate equip, 1 frozen banana, 1 heeping tbsp of almond butter, 2-3 dates, coconut milk or dairy of choice as needed, a dash of cinnamon and a splash of vanilla extract. Tastes so good awesome texture ❤

[@margaretmatheny]

Sounds so delicious!! I gotta add some vanilla to our next one!

[@caitlinryder898]

Girl, yes! Pique is the tea GOAT. Siete is one of my #1 brands.

[@Dana-mb1hd]

Margaret❤ I’m in need of new healthy recipes!!!! Thank you! 🙏 ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@nataliegraves304]

So grateful for your wisdom and humor. Love your videos! ❤️

[@margaretmatheny]

Thanks!!! So kind of you to say

[@grocerylovingmommy]

Love this Margaret! Your meals are relatable but also inspiring. I could always use a little oomph in any meals I make and just like you if I could add collagen or bone broth or extra veggies in what ever I make best believe I would. I haven't craved any protein shake or smoothie for like 3 months now and I have a full bag sitting in my pantry.. I think I'm gonna make me a smoothie bowl tomorrow morning 😍 I've never heard of grass fed protein powder 😮 after I finish this bag I'm trying the chocolate one you have!! Sounds yummy! Glad to see you thriving!

[@margaretmatheny]

Ah, this warms my heart so much. I'm so glad I could support you in this season! Thanks for being happy for me too, so kind of you. Hope you have a lovely day! Thanks for taking the time to share these kind words.

[@rachelb2574]

So helpful finding good quality food options for our family!

[@margaretmatheny]

Wonderful!! So happy to hear this!

[@aplacecalledthere]

Rooibos tea is our go to tea in South Africa! The best, packed with anti-oxidants and caffeine free

[@HaleyVillena]

Love your honesty! 😂🫶🏽

[@margaretmatheny]

Thanks so much, Haley!

[@marytraylor1411]

Genuinely enjoyed this so much, please do more 🥰 I have a one and a half year old and always feel like I need some ideas for dinner ❤

[@margaretmatheny]

Ah, I'm so glad. thanks for sharing that!! I'll for sure do more

[@ericboyer6464]

Thank you for being Real 💜

[@margaretmatheny]

Always

[@raylaklein4255]

Look forward to your videos and always want more at the end of it! Thank you ❤

[@margaretmatheny]

Absolutely. Thanks for sharing these kind words, they mean so much!!

[@BallroomJenni]

Love the realness! Also everything looked amazing and gave me some great ideas!

[@margaretmatheny]

Wonderful, that was the goal!!

[@loganrenggli2871]

I had been dying to try the gummies you made but had lost the recipe I saw, this is perfect!! Just ordered the collagen and the electrolytes! Can’t wait to try! Thank you for sharing!

[@margaretmatheny]

Wahoo!! They are such a staple in our home. We love grape juice, pineapple juice, pear juice and cranberry juice! Excited for you to try them!

[@faithhomeschool2789]

Loved this video ! so glad you posted the recipes on the side

[@margaretmatheny]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@PilgrimintheTrenches]

Such a great video! My family of 3 (9, 4 and 1) is mostly carnivore now, for health reasons. Butter makes everything better! ❤

[@margaretmatheny]

Yes, we're right on that track too. Love it!!

[@madelineoneill6752]

Love this video! Thank you for sharing reality of life ❤. Also, frozen mangos are a STAPLE here too!!

[@margaretmatheny]

Yes! Love to hear it!! Thanks for the kind words:)

[@alexandramotsetdelices6138]

Love this video ! Do you have a playlist to share for your calm and peaceful mood environment? I'm trying to light candles for dinner but most days I forget as I'm always in a rush to put food on the table 🙈 can't seem to start preps early enough

[@margaretmatheny]

I just type in "relaxing piano", "relaxing guitar", "relaxing hymns instrumental" to any music streaming app! Those are great places to start!

[@alexandramotsetdelices6138]

Thanks ❤

[@Thesimplifiedmomlife]

I love this video so much! Please do more like these 😁 Your hair looks fantastic btw 😍

[@margaretmatheny]

I will!! Thanks for this feedback, I appreciate it so much!

[@elizabethnichole4094]

So excited to make these next week thank you so much for sharing

[@margaretmatheny]

Absolutely, thanks for being here and for leaving a comment. It supports me so much!

[@elizabethnichole4094]

Kids and husband loved the honey chicken, husband said it was one of my best dishes yet! Thanks so much 🥰

[@Mistypitt1]

Thank you for the inspiration to try some new recipes! Can you share the name of the song that starts around 7:40? Thank you! 😊

[@tamiurquizo746]

This was fun. Thanks for sharing. I enjoyed your cooking blog. ❤

[@margaretmatheny]

No problem!! Thanks for the kind words.

[@kathleenhawkins4083]

I really like your what we eat in a week! :) this is life and it's beautiful :)

[@margaretmatheny]

Thanks so much!! Thanks for taking the time to share those encouraging words too!

[@lohenymanley4740]

I love the cute wooden bowls you use for your smoothies. Do you have a link for those?

[@margaretmatheny]

Thanks!! I just linked them in the description. They are our favorites too!!

[@IsaiahandKristenLandon]

I’m confused. Why did you boil apples at 17:22? 😅 Thanks for the video! I thoroughly enjoy these.🤍

[@AnnieBanannie33]

I really enjoyed this video! Thank you for keeping it real with the hot dog. I love a good hot dog and it's a quick meal for my kids.

[@margaretmatheny]

I'm so glad, thanks for sharing these kind words!

[@Shannon.Hazleton]

Good food, great editing. 👌🏼

[@margaretmatheny]

Thanks so much!!

[@elliep7683]

Just ordered the gelatin and collagen! I can't wait to make the gummies! Btw, where did you get those wood bowls?

[@margaretmatheny]

Ah so exciting! They are staples in our home. I got them from Crate & Barrel! I just linked them in the description!

[@elliep7683]

@@margaretmatheny Thank you 😊

[@RachaelLitty]

I love that green gauze shirt!! Where is it from? These videos are so helpful

[@margaretmatheny]

Its from Amazon

[@beautiifulxxlove]

Can you share more info about home schooling? I have been enjoying your content. How do you communicate with family and friends without offending about a new journey towards minimalism? Particularly around gifts. ❤️

[@margaretmatheny]

Yes I will in upcoming videos for sure! I'm just starting out, so I'll share what I'm learning

[@SongSparrow-wf2is]

delicious wholesome meals🌷

[@savannah7699]

I love this! Do you get your meat from a local farm, or from a subscription box?

[@margaretmatheny]

yes, we get it from a local regenerative farm!

[@hannahcaison]

love the new hairdo!

[@margaretmatheny]

Thanks so much!

[@EricaB310]

Do you pack the boys’ lunch while they’re in school? Definitely looking for some more healthy ideas.

[@margaretmatheny]

I did for the meal in the video. Not every day! I make it when they get home usually.

[@annetteriley6443]

Love me a good grass fed beef hotdog too! Keep being you girl!

[@margaretmatheny]

Thanks!! Love hearing this, made me smile!

[@johannaflex9707]

Love this! Thanks for sharing!

[@margaretmatheny]

No problem, thanks for sharing these kind words!

[@liveinspired20]

Can you please do a homeschooling video? What curriculums you’re doing and how your day goes :) my son is gonna be in kindergarten this upcoming year and I’m gonna start homeschooling my first year

[@margaretmatheny]

I will soon! I'm just tin the beginning stages and am so excited to share what I'm learning!

[@ashlicollazo5384]

Where is your apron from? Love it!

[@margaretmatheny]

Oh thanks! My grandmother got it for me from amazon!

[@amyg8761]

Love this. Thank you!

[@margaretmatheny]

Absolutely!! Thanks for being here!

[@sunshineandsunflowers1643]

Love this video girl ❤

[@margaretmatheny]

Thank you so much!!

[@jamiehogue1915]

Love this video! 🥰

[@margaretmatheny]

So glad!!

[@wilsonpatx]

Absolutely no judgement on eating a hot dog! 😀

[@margaretmatheny]

Haha, thank you for that. It seems that I'm definitely not the only one doing that!

[@marneangel7]

I NEED your protein powder pancake recipe please!!!!

[@margaretmatheny]

Did I not post it?! I'll add to the description!

[@marneangel7]

@@margaretmatheny Thank you! Maybe I missed it :)

[@ebrunworth]

I love that you filmed the hotdogs 😂

[@margaretmatheny]

Hahaha, they are 100% a part of my life right now, no denying!

[@Pocketlint143]

I am also currently obsessed with chicken thighs 😂❤

[@margaretmatheny]

Yessss, so yummy! But so expensive, so they are special when we get them!

[@kristinkalwie]

🤍🤍🤍 best video ever

[@margaretmatheny]

Thank you so much 🥹♥️🙏🏼

[@haanimely981]

Love WIEIADAY videos! yum!!!

[@lauriep3651]

Where is the chicken recipe?

[@amiewenzel6762]

Absolutely loved this video. Not sure why I need permission to hear from someone else that its ok to feed your kids pancakes every morning but it felt good to hear that! I love being in my kitchen most days so it's rather entertaining and inspiring to be invited into yours. Thank you for your work on this one!!

[@amiewenzel6762]

Also, my baby is about the age of yours and ALWAYS on my hip too!! You're a rockstar!

[@margaretmatheny]

I'm so glad it was encouraging for you to hear that. It's just my season of life right now!! Thanks for the kind words - this is why I keep it up. I know I'm not alone on this journey with littles!

[@savannahdwyer]

I love margaritas, too. It’s all about balance! Just ordered some of the real salt strawberry lemonade hydration powder with your code - thank you. About to start breastfeeding again. And I’m finally going to try making the gummies! I have always wanted to and didn’t realize it was so quick and simple. Thanks for this video - I’m sure it took a crazy amount of time to film and edit. Cooking with littles is insane. 🩷

[@grocerylovingmommy]

Same!! But I think it's also because the ones I've watch they make them into those little gummy bears so it's a lot more work in my head. Leaving the gummy on the counter like that looks soooo much easier to do lol

[@margaretmatheny]

Thanks for saying that, it was a big week but I truly enjoyed putting it together. I hope you love the salts as much as we do! Appreciate these kind words so much, thanks!