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Julia's Album Food Blog

I am a full-time food blogger living in beautiful Colorado. I founded JuliasAlbum.com in 2012. I focus primarily on savory recipes (protein-based main dishes, pasta, salads) and seasonal ingredients (with many vegetables and fruits). Many of my recipes are 30-minute ONE-PAN meals. You can subscribe to me by e-mail here if you like. Or, browse my current and previous newsletters.

Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Orzo
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πŸ’š Meal Plan for Apr. 21-27, 2025 πŸ’š

Here are my dinner recommendations (and salads!) for the upcoming week (Apr. 21-27, 2025). DAY 1: Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta with Bell Peppers (30-Minute One-Pan Meal. Use store-bought marinara sauce, jarred canned tomato basil sauce, arrabiatta, etc) RECIPE HERE DAY 2: Shrimp Pesto Pasta (with creamy basil pesto sauce, roasted cherry tomatoes, and toasted pine nuts) RECIPE HERE DAY 3: White Chicken Chili (cook chicken in the soup, use rotisserie or leftover already-cooked chicken) RECIPE...

Shrimp Tortellini with Spinach, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Creamy Mozzarella Cheese Sauce.

Here are my dinner recommendations (and salads!) for the upcoming week (Apr. 14-20, 2025). DAY 1: Creamy Italian Sausage Gnocchi with Spinach and Tomato Sauce (30-Minute One-Pan Meal. Use store-bought marinara sauce, jarred canned tomato basil sauce, arrabiatta, etc) RECIPE HERE DAY 2: Mexican Chicken Pasta with Bell Peppers and Green Chiles RECIPE HERE DAY 3: Shrimp Tortellini with Spinach, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Creamy Mozzarella Cheese Sauce (So good with 3-cheese tortellini or...

Cilantro-Lime Shrimp.

Here are my dinner recommendations (and salads!) for the upcoming week (Apr. 07-13, 2025). DAY 1: Tomato Spinach Chicken Spaghetti (DAIRY-FREE: no cream, no cheese) RECIPE HERE DAY 2: Cilantro-Lime Shrimp (use basil if you don’t like cilantro. This 30-minute one-pan recipe is gluten-free, low-carb, keto, and high in protein. Serve it over pasta, with ravioli or tortellini, or with tacos or enchiladas.) RECIPE HERE DAY 3: Sausage White Bean Soup with Spinach and Carrots (30-minute one-pan...

Smoked Paprika Chicken with Creamed Spinach in a cast iron pan.

Here are my dinner recommendations (and salads!) for the upcoming week (Mar. 31 - Apr. 06, 2025). DAY 1: CHICKEN BAKE with Creamed Spinach, Bacon, Mushrooms, Mozzarella, and Pepper Jack Cheese (keto, low-carb, high-protein, gluten-free) RECIPE HERE DAY 2: The Best Shrimp Risotto (creamy rice with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan white wine butter sauce. Gluten-free.) RECIPE HERE DAY 3: Chicken Margherita Skillet (with bell peppers as a base, plus cherry tomatoes, basil pesto, fresh...

Creamy Chicken Orzo with Mushrooms and Spinach in a stainless steel pan.

Here are my dinner recommendations (and salads!) for the upcoming week (Mar. 24-30, 2025). DAY 1: Creamy Chicken Orzo with Mushrooms and Spinach (30 Minutes, One-Pan) RECIPE HERE DAY 2: Cilantro-Lime and Black Bean Shrimp and Rice (30-Minute, One-Pan Meal) RECIPE HERE DAY 3: Pepperoni Chicken Bake with Basil Pesto Tomato Sauce and Mozzarella cheese (Low-carb, gluten-free. Just like pizza but with chicken instead of the crust!) RECIPE HERE DAY 4: Creamy Tuscan Salmon Pasta with Sun-Dried...

Thai Basil Beef with Bell Peppers, Spinach, and Cashews in a cast iron pan.

Here are my dinner recommendations (and salads!) for next week (Mar.17-23, 2025). I just spent the last 7 days in New Orleans, attending a food blogger conference and exploring the city's incredible food and culture. I provide a quick recap (plus photos!) at the end of this newsletter! And wishing you all a beery and cheery St. Patrick's Day!β˜˜οΈπŸ’š DAY 1: Creamy Tuscan Shrimp in 30 minutes! (featuring spinach, artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic. It's low-carb, high in protein, and...

Shrimp with Mexican Street Corn in a cast iron pan.

Here are my dinner recommendations for next week (Mar.10-16, 2025). I’m in New Orleans for the next seven days! The first three will be spent at a food blogger conference with amazing fellow bloggers, and afterward, my husband and I will take the rest of the week to explore the local food and cultureβ€”it's our first time here! Wishing you a fantastic week! DAY 1: The Best Baked Chicken Wings (with 3 sauces) RECIPE HERE DAY 2: Asian Beef with Mushrooms and Snow Peas (or snap peas or green beans...

Tomato Coconut Soup with Crispy shallots, toasted cashews, and fresh basil in a bowl.

I've been busy making new recipes lately (and somewhat neglecting some other important things on my site, like commentsβ€”but I promise to catch up soon!). Here are 5 brand-new ones from the last 2 weeks! More amazing new recipes to come in March - stay tuned! The Best Tomato Soup (super easy - made with canned roasted whole or crushed tomatoes, such as the San Marzano brand) RECIPE HERE Pan-Seared Chicken Breasts (with the most amazing Garlic Lemon Butter Thyme Pan Sauce!) RECIPE HERE Homemade...

Honey Sesame Salmon with Rice Noodles and Asparagus - on a plate.

Here are my dinner recommendations for next week (Mar. 3-9, 2025). Have a great week! DAY 1: Apple Cranberry Chicken RECIPE HERE DAY 2: Pasta with Sausage, Bell Peppers, Garlic, and Fresh Mozzarella Cheese (One-Pot, 30-Minute Meal) RECIPE HERE DAY 3: Honey Sesame Salmon with Rice Noodles and Asparagus RECIPE HERE DAY 4: Creamy Sausage Wild Rice Soup with Spinach & Butternut Squash (or Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, or Yams) RECIPE HERE DAY 5: Steak Tacos with Mango Salsa and Spicy Cilantro-Lime...

Feta Chicken Pasta in a cast iron skillet.

Here are my dinner recommendations for next week (Feb. 24 - Mar. 02, 2025). Share any feedback (what types of recipes you'd like to see more or less of) by commenting on these recipes or my About page (please don't reply to this email). Have a great week! DAY 1: Feta Chicken Pasta RECIPE HERE DAY 2: Greek Salmon Spinach Salad RECIPE HERE DAY 3: Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken with Brussels Sprouts RECIPE HERE DAY 4: 30-minute Italian Sausage Pasta with Spinach, Mushrooms, and Marinara Sauce...