If you’ve ever skipped meal prep because you couldn’t face washing a sink full of dishes afterward, you’re definitely not alone. After more than a decade of meal prepping—and helping hundreds of thousands of people build meal prep routines through Workweek Lunch—I’ve learned that the biggest obstacle usually isn’t the cooking itself. It’s everything that […]
Sheet Pan Italian Sausage and Peppers
There are weeks when cooking feels like one more thing on an already full to-do list. You open the fridge, stare at a few ingredients, and somehow still end up ordering takeout because making a decision about what to order feels easier than making dinner. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. That’s exactly why […]
Easy Freezer-Friendly White Bean Veggie Burgers
Homemade veggie burgers can be intimidating, but these white bean veggie burgers are one of those recipes that quickly builds confidence in the kitchen. They’re hearty, freezer-friendly, packed with vegetables, and surprisingly easy to make. Whether you’re vegetarian, trying to eat more plant-based meals, or simply looking for a budget-friendly dinner, these burgers deserve a […]
No-Reheat Thai Chicken, Zucchini and Carrot Bowls
If you’re looking for a meal prep lunch that’s just as good straight from the fridge as it is freshly made, this Thai-inspired chicken bowl deserves a spot in your rotation. Tender chicken, crisp zucchini and carrots, chewy rice noodles, and a creamy peanut sauce come together for a flavorful lunch that doesn’t need a […]
How To Meal Prep For Two
Meal prepping for one is one thing. Meal prepping for two is a completely different challenge. Over the years, I’ve heard the same questions come up again and again from Workweek Lunch members: “What if my partner doesn’t like the same foods I do?” “How do we meal prep when one of us eats twice […]
Starbucks Copycat Recipe: Spinach Feta Breakfast Wrap
There’s a reason the Starbucks Spinach Feta Breakfast Wrap has such a loyal following. My first encounter with it was during my internship at Saturday Night Live, where it seemed like every cast member and writer requested one during our daily Starbucks runs. Once I finally tried it myself, I completely understood the hype. If […]
Italian Chopped Salad Meal Prep
There are plenty of weeks when I have the best intentions of cooking elaborate lunches, but life gets busy. Between work, family activities, errands, and everything else on the calendar, having a simple lunch already prepared can make a huge difference. That’s one reason I love recipes like this Italian chopped salad. It’s easy and […]
How to Plan Meals for Kids When They’re With You for 7 Days
We took the kids and grandkids to the beach for a full week, and having a simple meal plan made such a huge difference. Between running back and forth from the beach, playing in the sand, throwing the football around, and trying to keep everyone fed, the last thing I wanted to do was overthink […]
10 Tasty Taco Recipes for Meal Prep
We can never really get enough taco recipes around here. They’re easy, versatile, and delicious. You can customize the ingredients based on what you have on hand. You can do a lot of the prep for the sides ahead of time. And you can easily accommodate all different kinds of dietary needs, whether vegan, vegetarian, […]
Cold Lunch Ideas: Meal Prep Recipes When You Don’t Have A Microwave
Though something warm and cozy might be exactly what you want when it’s cold out, it’s probably just the opposite when the temperatures starts to go up. Luckily there are many cold lunch recipes making them ideal for leftovers for anyone without a microwave in their office. For the record, a lot of my recipes […]
Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Salad
If you’re the kind of meal prepper who grills a batch of chicken on Sunday just because you know it’ll make weekday meals easier, this Mediterranean grilled chicken salad is for you. This is one of those recipes that feels fresh and satisfying without requiring a ton of effort. It’s packed with crunchy veggies, creamy […]
Homemade Ranch Dressing
There’s something kind of magical about homemade ranch dressing. Sure, we can make a vinaigrette easily and that’s a handy skill to have. There’s something rewarding about the herby creaminess of ranch (or even blue cheese) dressing; it feels like you’ve uncovered some kind of secret. But it’s not that mysterious! Simply put? If you […]
11 Easy and Delicious Sweet Potato Meal Preps
We can’t seem to get enough of sweet potato recipes these days. If you haven’t made many sweet potato recipes beyond holiday meal prep, you’re in for a surprise! They’re sweet but also can go in a savory direction depending on how you cook them, and they’re loaded with health benefits, too. We love them […]
Pumpkin Pasta With Ground Turkey, Mushrooms & Kale
It’s not too soon for pumpkin things, right? I mean, after all, the pumpkin spice latte is back! This recipe might look fancy thanks to the sage, mushrooms, and creamy pumpkin sauce, but it’s surprisingly easy to make. It comes together in about 30 minutes and tastes like something you’d order at a cozy restaurant […]
10 Easy Sheet Pan Recipes for Meal Prep
Sheet pan recipes are lifesavers. They are what they sound like: recipes where everything cooks on one sheet pan. This move saves time and energy by simplifying prep and cleanup. With a sheet pan dinner, you’ve got fewer pots and pans to clean up afterward. You can do a lot of substitutions, too, pretty easily, […]
10 Indoor Date Night Ideas On A Budget
Keeping date night fresh always requires a bit of time, energy, and creativity, but especially when we’re cooped up. Though you may not be able to do what you usually love, there are easy ways to adapt your usual date night ideas to the inside of your home. That’s where the creativity comes in. If […]
