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! Want to make this meal? This recipe is stoppable via Jupiter! Click here to fill your cart with groceries and have […]
20 Easy Holiday Recipes To Bring To Any Gathering
We love the holiday season, but we love easy holiday recipes even more! There’s no denying how demanding this time of year can be. Between all the gift shopping, home decorating, and gingerbread baking, smart shortcuts are essential for surviving past January 1st. In particular, we love the way that these easy holiday recipes deliver […]
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 […]
Quinoa, Kale, And Butternut Squash Salad
This quinoa, kale, and butternut squash salad is my absolute favorite Fall salad! Not only does it taste good, but it will also make your coworkers crazy jealous. BONUS! This salad is definitely something you could bring to a holiday meal with friends or family this season. It is so colorful, filling, and easy to put […]
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 […]
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 or “meat”, wine (or broth), […]
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 […]
Meal Prep Recipes For When You Have No Microwave or Fridge At Work
When there is no microwave or fridge that doesn’t have to be what stops you from eating healthy, satisfying meals! Some days, you can store your meal-prepped lunch in a refrigerator. Some days, you have access to a microwave to heat up your meal to your heart’s content. But some days, you just don’t! I’ve […]
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 […]
