American Comfort Classics
A week of nostalgic American home cooking
Duration
7 days
Recipes
10 unique
Total Meals
14
Total Prep
6 hr 5 min
About This Meal Plan
Welcome to a week full of classic American flavors that bring warmth and nostalgia to the table. This meal plan is curated to celebrate the diverse and comforting dishes that have stood the test of time in American kitchens. From hearty lunches to soul-soothing dinners, each day offers a delightful journey through beloved meals that evoke the essence of home cooking. Whether you're enjoying a juicy turkey burger or savoring a rich Texas-style chili, these dishes are sure to satisfy your cravings and bring a sense of comfort to your dining experience. Get ready to dive into a culinary adventure that pays homage to the timeless classics of American cuisine!
Weekly Schedule
MondayJan 19
TuesdayJan 20
WednesdayJan 21
ThursdayJan 22
FridayJan 23
SaturdayJan 24
Shopping List Preview(150 items)
Other
- •1 1/2 cups water, plus more as needed
- •1 cup ketchup
- •1 pound dried green split peas, rinsed and picked over
- •1 smoked ham hock (about 1 to 1 1/2 pounds) or 2 cups diced smoked ham
- •1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
- •1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- •1 tsp Dijon mustard
- •1/2 cup croutons
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Produce
- •1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (or 2 Roma tomatoes, diced)
- •1 green bell pepper, finely diced
- •1 large head iceberg lettuce
- •1 large yellow onion, diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
- •1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
- •1 lemon, halved
- •1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- •1 small garlic clove, finely grated (optional)
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Pantry
- •1 (14.5–15 oz) can green beans (cut), drained well
- •1 (15 oz) can cannellini (white) beans, drained and rinsed
- •1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- •1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar (light or dark)
- •1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more to taste
- •1 1/2 tsp kosher salt (or 1 tsp fine salt), divided
- •1 1/2 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
- •1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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Dairy & Eggs
- •1/2 cup sour cream
- •1/4 cup whole milk (or plain yogurt)
- •1–2 tbsp neutral oil or melted butter (for skillet), or oil for the grill grates
- •2 cups whole milk, warmed
- •2 oz (55 g) Monterey Jack (or American cheese), freshly grated
- •2 tablespoons unsalted butter (or olive oil)
- •2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (or mayonnaise for spreading)
- •2 tbsp buttermilk, plus more as needed
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Meat & Seafood
- •1 1/2 lb (680 g) 80/20 ground beef, cold
- •1 1/2 lb ground turkey (93% lean recommended)
- •1 1/2 pounds ground beef (80/20 preferred)
- •1 cup chicken broth, divided
- •1 tablespoon neutral oil (optional, only if beef is very lean)
- •1 whole chicken (4 to 5 lb), giblets removed
- •1/2 cup water or low-sodium beef broth, plus more as needed
- •1/8–1/4 tsp ground cinnamon (optional, for warmth)
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Spices
- •1 teaspoon chili powder
- •1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme)
- •1 tsp dried Mexican oregano (or regular oregano)
- •1 tsp smoked paprika (optional but classic-burger friendly)
- •1/2 teaspoon smoked or sweet paprika
- •1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional, for a subtle smokiness)
- •1/4 tsp smoked or sweet paprika
- •4 to 6 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary (or a mix)