Some meals just make life feel easier, and this is one of them. When I want something warm, filling, and simple, I come back to scrambled eggs and sweet potatoes again and again. The sweet potatoes turn soft and caramelized in the oven, while the eggs stay fluffy and savory. Add creamy avocado and a […]
The Easiest Chicken Burrito Bowl For Meal Prep
There’s a reason burrito bowls are one of the first meals so many of us learn to prep. They’re simple, flexible, and actually taste good all week long. Back when I first started meal prepping, this was the recipe that made everything click. Because let’s be honest, most weeks, you open the fridge and nothing […]
Berry Parfait Recipe with Homemade Granola
Parfaits are such a fast, easy, and filling breakfast option, and I can’t believe we haven’t published a new parfait recipe in over 2 years! This updated recipe involves making granola, using your favorite yogurt, and loading up the berries – whatever kind you’re feeling! (But you honestly don’t need to make the granola at […]
Instant Pot Chicken Carnitas Nachos
There’s something extra satisfying about a lunch that feels a little fun and a little indulgent—while still being totally doable for a busy week. These Instant Pot chicken carnitas nachos hit that sweet spot. You’ve got tender, flavorful shredded chicken, crispy sweet potato chips, and fresh, zippy pico de gallo all coming together in one […]
The Best Slow-Cooked Beef Chili Recipe
Some of the best recipes happen when you’re tired, hungry, and just trying to use up what’s in the fridge. That’s exactly how this slow-cooked beef chili came to life in my kitchen one night. I had a handful of ingredients, very little energy, and a pot on the stove. An hour later, the result […]
Parmesan Crusted Potatoes
There’s something magical about a tray of crispy roasted potatoes coming out of the oven. The edges are golden, the centers are tender, and that salty Parmesan crust makes every bite irresistible. These Parmesan Crusted Potatoes are the kind of side dish that feels a little fancy but is secretly very simple. They’re perfect for […]
One-Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe
There’s something about a warm bowl of broccoli cheddar soup that just makes a workday better. This one-pot broccoli cheddar soup recipe is cozy, creamy, and perfect for those back-to-back meetings when you need something satisfying at lunch. It feels like comfort food, but it’s simple enough to whip up without turning your kitchen upside […]
Our Favorite BBQ Wings Recipe
I always feel like restaurants charge an arm and a leg for wings, even on nights when they’re run as a special. That’s exactly why we love making them at home. These BBQ wings are our tried-and-true favorite: simple, flexible, and full of flavor without requiring deep-frying or fancy equipment. This recipe is especially great […]
Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings
Chicken wings have a funny history. For a long time, they were overlooked and inexpensive. Then suddenly—boom—they became a fan favorite. Today, we’re letting wings fly in a different direction with this Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings recipe. Instead of Buffalo sauce, these wings are coated in garlicky, savory parmesan goodness. They’re crispy on […]
25 Best Meal Prep Recipes From The WWL Program
Want to take a few of our top-rated recipes for a spin this week? These are the best 25 recipes (according to members of the WWL Meal Prep Program) that we put out in the last 12 months and we’re making them available to you from Tuesday, July 6th through Saturday, July 10th! Want to […]
Blueberry Lemon Pancakes For Meal Prep
These blueberry lemon pancakes are hands-down some of the best pancakes you can make at home. They’re fluffy, bright, and packed with flavor thanks to fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and juicy blueberries. Honestly, they’re so good they almost don’t need maple syrup… almost. You’re still going to want that drizzle. This recipe is perfect […]
25+ Gifts for Home Cooks: 2025 Workweek Lunch Gift Guide
Know a home cook? Are you someone who loves to cook at home? You’re in luck, we have the ultimate guide to gifts for home cooks below. This batch of gifts for home cooks is great for the holiday season, but I’d love to remind you, dear reader, that gifts are appropriate at all times […]
12 Easy Tofu Recipes For People Who Have Never Tried It
Tofu is one of the best plant-based proteins out there, but finding easy tofu recipes to start with can feel overwhelming. If you’ve ever picked up a block of tofu at the store and thought, “What do I do with this?” then, you’re not alone. For years, I never knew how to properly cook tofu, […]
Budget-Friendly Fried Rice With Edamame
Embrace simplicity with this easy to make fried rice recipe! Fried rice is a great budget-oriented dish on its own, but fried rice with edamame takes it up to the next level. It promises to ease your stress around meal times because it’s quick, but it also respects your wallet, too! At Workweek Lunch, we […]
Meal Prep for Kids: Our Best Tips for Busy Parents
Parents are juggling more responsibilities than ever. At Workweek Lunch, we have so much respect for all the caregivers who are just doing the best that they can right now. Meal prep can be a lifesaver for busy families, which is why we have asked the amazing parents of our community to provide us with […]
14 One-Pan Chicken Dinner Recipes You Can Meal Prep in 30 Minutes
Dinner meal prep is the last thing many of us want to do at the end of a long, hard day. Just the thought of chopping and cooking anything when all you want to do is relax can be just too much. We get it. The couch is much more enticing than standing up and […]
