If cooking were as simple as throwing a few ingredients in one pan, I would make all my meals from scratch. In reality, the actual cooking is usually only half the battle. Hopefully, these one-pan dinner ideas will be your shortcut for the whole process. Between finding a recipe, prepping all of the ingredients, and […]
Air Fryer Pesto Pasta with Crispy Chicken
Pesto pasta with crispy chicken has become one of my favorite meal prep combinations because it feels a little more exciting than my usual pasta lunches without adding much extra work. While the chicken gets crispy in the air fryer, I can make the pesto and cook the pasta, so everything is ready in about […]
9 Best Burgers We Love Right Now
Summertime is burger time, but really, isn’t it always burger time when that craving hits? We just think about them more during warm weather because they’re so portable and cook quickly on a grill or grill pan. These are the best burgers we’re loving right now. And as with so many recipes, you can substitute […]
Blueberry Breakfast Bars (dairy-free)
These Dairy-Free Blueberry Breakfast Bars are one of my favorite make-ahead breakfasts because they feel like a treat while still being practical for busy mornings. I love pairing one with plant-based yogurt and fresh fruit for a breakfast that keeps me going, but honestly, these bars don’t stay in the “breakfast” category for long in […]
The Easiest Hummus Recipe You’ll Want To Make Every Week
Do you have a can or more of chickpeas in your pantry? If so, you aren’t alone. Apparently, a lot of people panic-buy chickpeas, thinking they are out of them, but as it turns out, they aren’t. These people may or may not be making chickpeas on the regular. This recipe, we hope, will convert […]
How I Save Over $150 A Month By Making Cold Brew Coffee
When my partner brought up the idea of making cold brew coffee at home, I was reluctant. I didn’t want ANOTHER thing taking up precious real estate in the fridge, you know? I thought it would be a lot of work too. Despite my skepticism, we ordered a cold brew maker for $40 on Amazon. […]
Pineapple Coconut Overnight Oats (Vegan & Meal Prep Friendly)
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Weekly Meal Prep: 11 One-Pot Dinners Under 30 Minutes
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 […]
10 Pasta Salads For No-Reheat Meal Preps
Pasta salad is kind of the ultimate meal prep for any time of year, even though we associate them mostly with warm weather because it can be served at room temperature or even chilled. It usually doesn’t need a lot of dressing or a heavy sauce. And you can put just about anything in a […]
Vegan Cauliflower Tacos With Chunky Salsa
These vegan cauliflower tacos are one of those meals that work just as well for work lunches as they do for a quick weeknight dinner. Smoky roasted cauliflower, a bright chunky corn salsa, and creamy avocado sauce come together for a meal that’s colorful, satisfying, and surprisingly filling. One thing we’ve learned after years of […]
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 […]
