Meal prep shortcuts are lifesavers, and they’re nothing to be ashamed of. If you’ve followed Workweek Lunch for any length of time, you know that the meal prep process doesn’t have to be a sadistic activity that takes hours and hours of your precious free time. In fact, most of the meal preps you’ll see […]
White Bean Chicken Chili
Before you get super skeptical about white bean chicken chili, hear me out. I was skeptical too. But one cozy bowl was all it took for this recipe to earn a permanent spot in my meal prep rotation. Traditional white chili usually relies on heavy cream or milk for that rich, thick texture. This version […]
Dorm-Friendly Meal Prep: Easy Meals Under $3 for Busy College Students
College life is busy enough… between classes, deadlines, clubs, and trying to have some kind of social life, cooking often becomes the first thing to go. And when you’re tired or stressed, it’s so tempting to grab takeout… until you realize you’ve spent $15 (again!) on something you could have made in your dorm for […]
Sheet Pan Roasted Herby Vegetables And Cranberries
Do you have a fridge full of leftover vegetables, a pack of chicken thighs (or chickpeas), and about 35 minutes to spare? Perfect. This sheet pan roasted herby vegetables and cranberries recipe was made for exactly that moment. It’s cozy, colorful, and full of herby flavor — without being fussy. Everything roasts together on one […]
Thanksgiving Meal Plan for Two (with Recipes and Leftovers Plan)
A Thanksgiving meal plan for two people can feel… confusing. Most holiday recipes are written to feed an army, require oversize pans, and leave you with way more leftovers than you actually want or can possibly eat. But a cozy Thanksgiving for two? It can be intimate, stress-free, and just as special, without juggling six […]
Easy Lasagna Soup Recipe
If you’ve spent any time on Instagram or TikTok lately, you’ve probably seen lasagna soup having its big moment, but here at Workweek Lunch, this cozy one-pot meal has been a member favorite for years. And it makes sense! You get all the nostalgic, cheesy comfort of classic lasagna without the layering, baking, or pile […]
Easy Baked Frittata: The Last Chance For All Your Unused Vegetables (Template Recipe)
An easy baked frittata is something you’ll find yourself making again and again. I came to this recipe idea after making scrambles, omelets and frittatas on a regular basis in order to use up leftover veggies. You know that situation right? It’s when you open the fridge and look around the kitchen, only to discover […]
Reuse Thanksgiving Leftovers: 29 Meals To Enjoy After Your Holiday Feast
It’s coming. The day when most of us with unite around a table laden with foods like turkey and ham and cranberry sauce and mashed potatoes. Green bean casserole. Sweet potato casserole. Mac and cheese. Soft, warm rolls. All those side dishes. And all those Thanksgiving leftovers. Ahh. But when the face-stuffing is done, there […]
Vegan Wraps With Sweet Potato, Chickpeas, and Avocado
What makes perfect vegan wraps? It’s all about having a variety of textures. I’ve been perfecting lunch wraps for years, and this one is definitely a front runner. I promise these won’t get soggy on you either! Here, we have sweet smokey sweet potatoes, roasted chickpeas lightly mashed, creamy avocado, and crunchy kale and radishes. […]
30-Minute Beef Stir Fry With Soba Noodles
There’s nothing better than a quick stir fry on a busy weeknight, especially one that’s packed with flavor and ready in just 30 minutes. This beef stir fry with soba noodles is savory, customizable, and perfect for both dinner and meal prep lunches. With tender noodles, crisp veggies, and a simple homemade sauce, it brings […]
One-Pot Creamy Cajun Pasta
Cajun pasta is proof positive that pasta can adapt to just about any kind of flavor profile. It’s one of the reasons it’s so so popular. This Cajun pasta recipe is comforting, a little spicy, and comes together in one pot for minimal clean-up. It makes for an easy weeknight dinner or quick meal prep […]
Soul-Warming Chipotle Sweet Potato Chili
There’s nothing like a big bowl of chili to warm you up on a cold, windy day, and this Chipotle Sweet Potato Chili is pure comfort in a bowl. Cozy, smoky, a little spicy, and full of hearty veggies, this recipe is perfect for meal prep or a simple weeknight dinner. I only started eating […]
Sick Day Food: 14 Nourishing Recipes for When You’re Not Feeling Well
When you are feeling under the weather, it’s hard to come up with solid and easy recipes for when you’re sick. Many of us go rummaging through the freezer looking for some frozen meals, or hoping we’ve stocked up on some canned chicken noodle soup. We have reached that time in the year that I […]
Intro to Intuitive Eating & How Meal Prep Can Help You Do It
If you’re reading this right now, you’re probably curious about Intuitive Eating and already have a hunch that diets don’t work. And when I say “don’t work” I mean that they make us unhappy, the results don’t stick and they sabotage our relationships with food and/or bodies. Does that sound about right? If that resonates […]
Our Favorite Mac and Cheese Recipe
If mac and cheese holds a special place in your heart, we have something in common. Making this cheesy delight from scratch doesn’t have to be intimidating or difficult and that’s because it’s neither of those things. It might just seem that way, especially if you’ve grown up eating the kind that comes out of […]
Chicken Shawarma Bowls With Hummus & Veggies
These chicken shawarma bowls are what happens when you love shawarma but you don’t have one of those vertical broilers (aka shawarma machines) at home. And really, why would you? It’s not exactly a common home appliance! If you’ve never had shawarma, though, let’s backtrack for a sec. It’s meat (typically chicken, beef, or lamb) […]
