It doesn’t sound terribly exciting, but I love to be able to reuse packaging when I am meal prepping. It’s truly one of my favorite things about the process because it means I am reducing waste. Before I started meal prepping regularly, I used to let fresh vegetables sit in my fridge for days and […]
How To Roast A Lot of Vegetables For Meal Prep
Vegetables are the lifeblood of my healthy meal preps, so naturally, I need a lot of them every week. But they can take some time to prep, let’s be real. The best, most time-efficient way to cook up a bunch of vegetables? Roast them! You might be surprised by this answer, but it’s true. Even […]
Why I Make A Lot Of Plant-Based Meals Even Though I’m Not Vegan
It happens a lot. I get asked, “Why are you vegan?” frequently because I post a ton of plant-based meal prep ideas on Instagram and on my site. But I’m not vegan. I’m a flexitarian, which means I eat pretty much everything. If I want to do a plant-based week, I do. Sometimes I’m feeling […]
10 Instant Pot Recipes For Meal Prep I’d Make—If I Had One
This is a controversial take, but I have no desire to own an Instant Pot anytime soon. I know, shocking, right–especially since its such a meal prep helper! Here’s why: That being said, I get asked about Instant Pot/pressure cooker recipes very regularly, and I know lots of you use them. I won’t pretend they […]
All The Costco Recommendations From The Workweek Lunch Community
Until last week, I had never shopped at a Costco for myself as an adult. So last week, I went there for the first time to get a membership and stock the new place, we were a little overwhelmed. How could two people POSSIBLY use up that much rice within a year? Or that much […]
Homemade Peanut Butter Trail Mix Bars – Easy DIY Snack Bars
If you’re looking for a quick, nutritious, and delicious snack, look no further than these Homemade Peanut Butter Trail Mix Bars! Packed with superfoods like nuts, seeds, and dried fruits (kind of like our granola!), these Easy DIY Snack Bars are a no-bake, gluten-free option that provides lasting energy and plenty of protein. Perfect for […]
Easy Spinach and Artichoke Dip Recipe
This spinach and artichoke dip recipe will be your new go-to for parties and potlucks! It is one of those quintessential party recipes and for good reason. It’s savory, cheesy, and all sorts of things taste great dipped into it. This spinach dip recipe is also so easy to put together—maybe that’s the most important […]
Takeout-Inspired Vegetarian Sweet & Sour Bowls With Homemade Sauce
The story of how I came to create these sweet and sour bowls with homemade sauce is a bit personal and a little bit cringey. That’s because sweet & sour chicken was the first Asian meal I was okay with eating. And I was a very picky eater as a child, so admitting this feels very […]
11 Ways to Use Sourdough Discard That Aren’t Bread
A friend of mine recently and graciously gifted me some of her sourdough starter. And yes, I have sourdough starter recipes at the ready, but it wasn’t bread that I first thought about making. I know this sounds a little crazy, because sourdough bread is awesome. But there is a LOT MORE to workign with […]
How Long Are Leftovers Good For? (And What to Do With Them)
The word “leftovers” in and of itself is pretty unappetizing. Boredom often sets in after the second (or third!) day eating the same thing, and there’s always the question of how long leftovers are good for. So it’s not surprising to me when readers tell me that that hate eating leftover food—even if they grew […]
10 Incredible Egg Meal Preps
Eggs are pretty amazing. If you have eggs, you are on your way to a meal any time of day. THey also prep amazingly well too. These egg recipes will give you PLENTY of inspiration if you’re tired of the standard scrambled, fried, and hard-boiled, we’ve got a whole bunch of new ways to enjoy […]
Grilled Veggie Hummus Wraps (Easy Lunch Prep!)
These hummus wraps were inspired by one of the best takeout lunches I had last summer at a Long Island sandwich shop! It was bursting with veggie goodness and flavor — I still think about it, to be honest. Recipe Overview We’re using tortillas, eggplant, zucchini, bell pepper, some herbs and homemade hummus (or storebought!) […]
Minimalist Kitchen Equipment List: Everything You Need (And What You Don’t)
When I moved into my first apartment after college, my mom and I made one epic trip to Ikea to pick up life essentials. I’m talking about a bed frame, a nightstand, some shelves and, of course, kitchen equipment. And man, do I wish I had a kitchen equipment list like the one we’ve compiled […]
Freezer Friendly Spaghetti Bolognese
This spaghetti Bolognese recipe is so close to my heart! Back when I started cooking, this type of recipe really intimidated me. Ground beef? Wine? Pasta? Sounds complicated! But it’s not, I promise. Here’s a quick snapshot of the process. The main elements in this recipe are onions, ground meat, wine (or broth), crushed tomatoes, […]
Easy Quiche Lorraine Recipe
You don’t have to be intimidated by this easy quiche lorraine recipe. Although it sounds fancy, this delicious quiche Lorraine only needs about ten minutes of prep time, the rest is hands-off! If you aren’t familiar with this type of quiche, it is a savory tart of meat and cheese. It makes for the perfect […]
Mushroom Mac and Cheese
Have you ever wished you can make mac and cheese fancy enough to serve to guests? That’s where this mushroom mac and cheese come in. It’s something of a cross between a casserole and a classic mac and cheese. Let’s call it a holiday-inspired Gruyere, green bean and mushroom mac and cheese, to be precise! […]
