You can absolutely meal prep on a budget whether you’re trying to cut down expenses or money is just really tight right now. Saving money is the main reason I started meal prepping in 2014, just after graduating from college and moving to NYC. I didn’t live with my parents after college, as many do […]
Coconut Lentil Soup Recipe
Not only is this coconut lentil soup recipe easy and delicious, but it’s budget-friendly too! You can always switch out any of the veggies listed for ones you already have in your fridge or freezer, and use any kind of bean or legume you have on hand. The best part about this recipe is that […]
No Bake Tahini Breakfast Bars
If you’re looking for easy, delicious, no-bake breakfast bars you’ve come to the right place! One of my favorite things to pick up on a road trip is dried fruit, especially dates. There is a roadside spot near me called Hadley’s that has the best dates and date treats. These bars are inspired by some […]
25+ Gifts for Home Cooks: 2022 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 […]
Butternut Squash Lasagna
How to make your kitchen smell amazing: make this butternut squash lasagna. That’s it, that’s all you need to do. Seriously, this lasagna was so much less effort than I thought it would be! Need help meal planning? We’re all about it in the Workweek Lunch Meal Prep Program! Get access to our meal planning […]
Easy Quiche Lorraine Recipe
You don’t have to be intimidated by this Quiche Lorraine recipe. Although it sounds fancy, this delicious quiche only needs about ten minutes of prep time, the rest is hands-off! If you aren’t familiar with quiche lorraine, it is a savory tart of meat and cheese and is the perfect breakfast for when you want […]
Beef Bulgogi Tacos
Get ready to have these bulgogi tacos on repeat! If you’ve never had bulgogi before, it is thinly sliced grilled meat in a sweet and savory sauce. And if you HAVE had bulgogi before and you’re like me – always trying to plan when you’ll next get to enjoy it at your favorite Korean restaurant – […]
The Best Soup Recipes You Can Meal Prep
These are twenty of the best soup recipes that you’ll have on repeat all season long. Because seriously, what’s better than a delicious bowl of soup?! We’ve broken them up into omnivore, vegetarian, and vegan recipes so there’s something for everyone in this post. Remember that recipes can be just a jumping-off point, and you […]
Easy Chicken Tortilla Soup
Ready to try our new and improved chicken tortilla soup? This is the third time we’ve updated this recipe because we’re obsessed with it. We just can’t leave it alone! The first time I had tortilla soup, it was a batch that I made from scratch and I liked it. But after I tried it […]
Creamy White Bean Soup
This creamy veggie-packed white bean soup is satisfying, comforting, and comes together in about 30 minutes. Enjoy with some crusty bread or a grilled cheese. What more can you ask for? Get more recipes like this in the Workweek Lunch Meal Prep Program with access to our meal planning tools, grocery list generator, and more. Start […]
Easy Beef Bibimbap Bowl
If you’ve never had a beef bibimbap bowl before, you need to make this recipe asap! This Korean bowl meal has a few different elements to it, but don’t be intimidated by the steps. It is actually super easy to put together but you will feel like a master chef eating it throughout the week. […]
Kitchen Tools That Pay For Themselves
It’s easy to see Instagram stories and Tiktoks about hot new kitchen tools and immediately run to Amazon to fill up your cart. But at the end of the day, are they worth it? Of course it depends on what you like to cook, but the short answer is usually no. That’s why we’ve compiled […]
Chinese Cold Sesame Noodles
My mother-in-law frequently makes an amazing Sichuan side dish of cold sesame noodles that are spicy, garlicky, and nutty. She was sweet enough to give me her recipe, and I am so excited to share it with you guys! I added some extra veggies to her recipe to eat as a whole meal! And you […]
Buffalo Cauliflower Salads
There is just something so insanely delicious about buffalo cauliflower and homemade yogurt ranch. Pair those two with a crunchy, colorful salad and you’ve got yourself a delicious lunch (or dinner)! Seriously, you’ll be making this salad on repeat all week. The main elements of this meal are buffalo cauliflower, greens (spinach), carrots, cucumber, red onion, […]
Strawberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
These strawberry cheesecake overnight oats are the perfect way to start your morning. This dessert-inspired breakfast takes less than ten minutes to prep so it is great for those days when you want a hassle-free meal in the morning. Feel free to switch up the strawberries for any berry you have on hand or love! […]
15 Meal Prep Sandwiches And Wraps Perfect For Work Lunches
Sandwiches and meal prep don’t always mix. There’s a lot that can go wrong – soggy bread we are looking at you! But if you take our advice below, you can enjoy your prepped sandwiches all week long with no fuss! My tip to avoid soggy bread: toast your bread lightly before assembling your meal prep […]
