{"id":2797,"date":"2021-11-13T04:43:56","date_gmt":"2021-11-13T04:43:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/menu-selection.com\/home\/?p=2797"},"modified":"2023-02-25T16:25:21","modified_gmt":"2023-02-25T16:25:21","slug":"2797-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/menu-selection.com\/home\/2797-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Cherished Time"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<pre class=\"wp-block-verse\">Family meals and gathering with friends is how we connect and develop our relationships. \u201cHow was your day today?\u201d; \u201cWhat\u2019s new?\u201d; \u201cI have a funny story to share.\u201d It is a great moment to share your time and enjoy each other\u2019s company. MenuSelect increases your cherished time by reducing the time it takes to plan and prepare a delicious meal. <\/pre>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote has-medium-font-size is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<pre class=\"wp-block-verse\"><strong>Create Family Dinner Time<\/strong>\n\n1. Set a consistent time for dinner each day. This will help your family plan their schedule and make sure they are available to sit down and eat together.\n2. Plan the menu in advance. This will allow you to make sure you have all the ingredients on hand, and will also help you to prepare your meals more efficiently.\n3. Encourage everyone to participate in the meal-making process. This can include setting the table, cooking, or even creating the grocery list.\n4. Make sure to turn off all distractions such as phones and TVs during dinner time.\n5. Start a conversation at the dinner table, and make it a point to listen and engage with everyone.\n6. Show appreciation for each other and the meal.\n7. Lastly, make it a routine, stick to it and make it a pleasant time for all.\n\n\n\n\"Make your family dinners count! These precious moments with loved ones are not only delicious, but also essential for strengthening bonds and creating lasting memories.\"\n\n\nAs busy parents, it can be easy to fall into the trap of rushing through dinner time, using it as nothing more than a necessary pit stop on the way to completing the next item on our never-ending to-do lists. However, dinner time can be so much more than that. It can be a time for bonding, for sharing, and for creating memories that will last a lifetime. Here are a few reasons why busy parents should make an effort to create a dinner time that is cherished family time. \n\n\nFirst and foremost, dinner time is an opportunity for busy parents to connect with their children. In today's fast-paced world, it can be difficult to find time to sit down and have a meaningful conversation with our kids. However, dinner time provides a built-in opportunity for parents to ask about their children's day, to listen to their thoughts and feelings, and to provide guidance and support. This is especially important as children grow older and their lives become increasingly complex and busy. \n\n\nAdditionally, dinner time is an opportunity for busy parents to model healthy habits. Whether it's choosing nutritious foods, talking about the importance of exercise and sleep, or simply sitting down and enjoying a meal together, parents can use dinner time as a way to teach their children about the importance of taking care of themselves. \n\n\nMoreover, dinner time is a chance for busy parents to bond with their children. While it may seem like a small thing, sitting down and sharing a meal together can create an emotional connection that is hard to replicate in other ways. This is especially true for families who have different schedules and who may not see each other as often as they would like. \n\nIn conclusion, dinner time can be so much more than just a quick meal before rushing off to the next activity. It can be a time for busy parents to connect with their children, to model healthy habits, and to bond as a family. With a little bit of planning and effort, busy parents can turn dinner time into a cherished family time that will be remembered for years to come.\n<\/pre>\n<cite>Written by ChatGPT<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Menuselect is a community of people who have a common interest\u2014 Dinner time is cherished family time. What\u2019s better than a home cooked meal with family? Menuselect provides weekly dinner recommendations that are easy to prepare, affordable, and delicious!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">This week, choose a dinner time and select one of the recommended meals from the menu and cherish the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-75 has-custom-font-size has-large-font-size\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/menuselect.substack.com\/\">SUBSCRIBE<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"294\" src=\"https:\/\/menu-selection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/a_MENU-2021-10-16-152748-1-1024x294.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3785\" srcset=\"https:\/\/menu-selection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/a_MENU-2021-10-16-152748-1-1024x294.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/menu-selection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/a_MENU-2021-10-16-152748-1-300x86.jpg 300w, https:\/\/menu-selection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/a_MENU-2021-10-16-152748-1-150x43.jpg 150w, https:\/\/menu-selection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/a_MENU-2021-10-16-152748-1-768x220.jpg 768w, https:\/\/menu-selection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/a_MENU-2021-10-16-152748-1.jpg 1516w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"vlp-link-container vlp-layout-basic wp-block-visual-link-preview-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marthastewart.com\/1087458\/classic-pot-roast?utm_campaign=MenuSelect%27s%20Weekly%20Menu%20Newsletter&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=Revue%20newsletter\" class=\"vlp-link\" title=\"Classic Pot Roast for the Slow Cooker\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><div class=\"vlp-layout-zone-side\"><div class=\"vlp-block-2 vlp-link-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/imagesvc.meredithcorp.io\/v3\/mm\/image?q=85&amp;c=sc&amp;poi=face&amp;w=750&amp;h=375&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.marthastewart.com%2Fstyles%2Fwmax-750%2Fd41%2Fone-pot-slow-cooker-pot-roast-067-d110688%2Fone-pot-slow-cooker-pot-roast-067-d110688_horiz.jpg%3Fitok%3DMBVw_V26\" style=\"max-width: 150px; max-height: 150px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vlp-layout-zone-main\"><div class=\"vlp-block-0 vlp-link-title\">Classic Pot Roast for the Slow Cooker<\/div><div class=\"vlp-block-1 vlp-link-summary\">cornstarch; chicken broth; tomato paste;  Yukon Gold potatoes; carrots; onion; Worcestershire sauce; salt; ground pepper; beef roast(chuck); garlic<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"vlp-link-container vlp-layout-basic wp-block-visual-link-preview-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.epicurious.com\/recipes\/food\/views\/braised-chicken-with-green-peppers-and-tomatoes-232089?utm_campaign=MenuSelect%27s%20Weekly%20Menu%20Newsletter&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=Revue%20newsletter\" class=\"vlp-link\" title=\"Braised Chicken with Green Peppers and Tomatoes\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><div class=\"vlp-layout-zone-main\"><div class=\"vlp-block-0 vlp-link-title\">Braised Chicken with Green Peppers and Tomatoes<\/div><div class=\"vlp-block-1 vlp-link-summary\">olive oil; chicken thighs; 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max-height: 150px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vlp-layout-zone-main\"><div class=\"vlp-block-0 vlp-link-title\">New Orleans-Style Shrimp and Rice<\/div><div class=\"vlp-block-1 vlp-link-summary\">butter; all-purpose flour; green bell peppers; onion; celery; canned whole plum tomatoes; chicken broth; parsley; Cajun seasoning; paprika; coarse salt; hot sauce; shrimp; white rice<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"vlp-link-container vlp-layout-basic wp-block-visual-link-preview-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/rachaelray.com\/blogs\/recipes\/chipotle-chicken-enchiladas?utm_campaign=MenuSelect%27s%20Weekly%20Menu%20Newsletter&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=Revue%20newsletter\" class=\"vlp-link\" title=\"Chipotle Chicken Enchiladas\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><div class=\"vlp-layout-zone-main\"><div class=\"vlp-block-0 vlp-link-title\">Chipotle Chicken Enchiladas<\/div><div class=\"vlp-block-1 vlp-link-summary\">rotisserie chicken; olive oil; onion; garlic; chipotle powder; 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