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My husband and I recently got COVID-19 for the first time. I really thought after all these years that we’d been spared, but our luck finally ran out. Being sick was really miserable, and since COVID, the flu and the common cold are all around us right now, I’m doubling down onimmune-supporting mealsthis week to help keep us healthy. What that means is I’m prioritizing foods withnutrientslike protein, zinc and vitamins A, C, D and E. These nutrients are known for boosting immunity, and while there’s no guarantee that they’ll keep us from catching something, I’ll take all the defense we can get. So let’s get cooking.Your Weekly PlanSunday:Slow-Cooker Herb & Mushroom Braised BeefMonday:Chicken, Arugula & Butternut Squash Salad with Brussels SproutsTuesday:Creamy White Chili with Sweet Potatoes & BeansWednesday:Jerk-Spiced Salmon & Quinoa Bowl with Mango VinaigretteThursday:Chicken & Broccoli CasseroleFriday:Easy Pea & Spinach CarbonaraGet the Shopping ListOur column, ThePrep, has everything you’ll need to make dinner planning and grocery shopping as easy as can be. Nutritional needs differ from one individual to another, and we invite you to use these dinner plans as inspiration and adjust them as you see fit.Sign upto get a dinner plan delivered to your inbox every Saturday!
My husband and I recently got COVID-19 for the first time. I really thought after all these years that we’d been spared, but our luck finally ran out. Being sick was really miserable, and since COVID, the flu and the common cold are all around us right now, I’m doubling down onimmune-supporting mealsthis week to help keep us healthy. What that means is I’m prioritizing foods withnutrientslike protein, zinc and vitamins A, C, D and E. These nutrients are known for boosting immunity, and while there’s no guarantee that they’ll keep us from catching something, I’ll take all the defense we can get. So let’s get cooking.
Your Weekly Plan
Sunday:Slow-Cooker Herb & Mushroom Braised BeefMonday:Chicken, Arugula & Butternut Squash Salad with Brussels SproutsTuesday:Creamy White Chili with Sweet Potatoes & BeansWednesday:Jerk-Spiced Salmon & Quinoa Bowl with Mango VinaigretteThursday:Chicken & Broccoli CasseroleFriday:Easy Pea & Spinach Carbonara
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Our column, ThePrep, has everything you’ll need to make dinner planning and grocery shopping as easy as can be. Nutritional needs differ from one individual to another, and we invite you to use these dinner plans as inspiration and adjust them as you see fit.Sign upto get a dinner plan delivered to your inbox every Saturday!
01of 06Sunday: Slow-Cooker Herb & Mushroom Braised BeefI love making a cozy slow-cooker meal on a chilly day. For this recipe, chuck roast slowly cooks with mushrooms, carrots, onions, red wine and beef stock, making the whole house smell amazing. Plus, beef is a great source ofimmunity-supporting zinc. Just one 3-ounce serving gives you 47% of your daily needs!Get the Recipe
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Sunday: Slow-Cooker Herb & Mushroom Braised Beef
I love making a cozy slow-cooker meal on a chilly day. For this recipe, chuck roast slowly cooks with mushrooms, carrots, onions, red wine and beef stock, making the whole house smell amazing. Plus, beef is a great source ofimmunity-supporting zinc. Just one 3-ounce serving gives you 47% of your daily needs!
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02of 06Monday: Chicken, Arugula & Butternut Squash Salad with Brussels SproutsThis hearty salad is packed withbutternut squash, which is an excellent source of vitamins A and C, and chicken, which is an excellent source of zinc and protein. It also has lots of Brussels sprouts, which are anothergreat source of vitamin C. To have cooked chicken ready for this recipe, you could roast a chicken over the weekend (or pick up a rotisserie chicken). Serve with a whole-wheat baguette.Get the Recipe
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Monday: Chicken, Arugula & Butternut Squash Salad with Brussels Sprouts
This hearty salad is packed withbutternut squash, which is an excellent source of vitamins A and C, and chicken, which is an excellent source of zinc and protein. It also has lots of Brussels sprouts, which are anothergreat source of vitamin C. To have cooked chicken ready for this recipe, you could roast a chicken over the weekend (or pick up a rotisserie chicken). Serve with a whole-wheat baguette.
03of 06Tuesday: Creamy White Chili with Sweet Potatoes & BeansPhotographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Sally McKay, Prop Stylist Hannah GreenwoodMidweek calls for a creamy, comforting chili, such as this one with white beans and sweet potato. It’s nourishing and great for your immune system, with the beans supplying zinc and the sweet potato offering vitamins A and C. Cumin gives it a nice earthiness, while green chiles contribute some heat. I’ll bake thisSkillet Cornbreadto go with it (store-bought cornbread also makes a nice side).Get the Recipe
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Tuesday: Creamy White Chili with Sweet Potatoes & Beans
Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Sally McKay, Prop Stylist Hannah Greenwood
Midweek calls for a creamy, comforting chili, such as this one with white beans and sweet potato. It’s nourishing and great for your immune system, with the beans supplying zinc and the sweet potato offering vitamins A and C. Cumin gives it a nice earthiness, while green chiles contribute some heat. I’ll bake thisSkillet Cornbreadto go with it (store-bought cornbread also makes a nice side).
04of 06Wednesday: Jerk-Spiced Salmon & Quinoa Bowl with Mango VinaigretteJacob FoxSalmonis high in protein and packed with vitamin D, so it’s a nice addition to this week’s immunity-supporting menu. Add a combination of nutrient-richbutternut squash and Brussels sprouts, and your immune system is bound to benefit. Jerk seasoning gives the salmon a fiery kick, and a mango dressing adds brightness.Get the Recipe
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Wednesday: Jerk-Spiced Salmon & Quinoa Bowl with Mango Vinaigrette
Jacob Fox
Salmonis high in protein and packed with vitamin D, so it’s a nice addition to this week’s immunity-supporting menu. Add a combination of nutrient-richbutternut squash and Brussels sprouts, and your immune system is bound to benefit. Jerk seasoning gives the salmon a fiery kick, and a mango dressing adds brightness.
05of 06Thursday: Chicken & Broccoli CasserolePhotographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Sue MitchellWith brown rice, chicken and broccoli, this high-protein casserole is both nourishing and comforting. Thebroccoli is the star for healthy immunityhere, as it’s packed with vitamin C (1 cup provides 90% of the Daily Value). And the comfort comes in the form of a cheesy cream sauce. Some crispy onions top it all off.Get the Recipe
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Thursday: Chicken & Broccoli Casserole
Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Sue Mitchell
With brown rice, chicken and broccoli, this high-protein casserole is both nourishing and comforting. Thebroccoli is the star for healthy immunityhere, as it’s packed with vitamin C (1 cup provides 90% of the Daily Value). And the comfort comes in the form of a cheesy cream sauce. Some crispy onions top it all off.
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Friday: Easy Pea & Spinach Carbonara
I wish you all a great week, and I hope you enjoy this dinner plan. If you try a recipe, remember to add a review.
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