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 […]
The Best Thanksgiving Leftover Wraps
Like clockwork, it happens every year after Thanksgiving. Leftovers. Let us introduce you to something new in the world of post-holiday meals: Thanksgiving leftover wraps. These genius wraps combine all of our favorite leftovers in one convenient hand-held meal. These wraps are what you make after you’ve done the turkey soup or casserole. Or maybe […]
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 […]
10 Favorite Meatball Recipes for Meal Prep
We have a serious love of meatball recipes around here, and that’s what fuels this collection we’re sharing for inspiration. The classic ingredients of egg, parsley, breadcrumbs, salt and pepper, and Italian seasoning (or at least oregano) are of course fantastic. But you can take them in so many different directions, apply a flavor profile […]
Vegan Shepherd’s Pie with Lentils (Meal Prep-Friendly!)
You asked, and we listened… this Vegan Shepherd’s Pie with Lentils has been one of the most-requested recipes from our Workweek Lunch community! And honestly, it deserves all the hype. It’s hearty, comforting, and perfect for cozy nights or holiday gatherings, but it also works surprisingly well for meal prep. Packed with protein-rich lentils, creamy […]
Tips And Tricks To Avoid Soggy Meal Preps
Let’s be honest… sogginess is the ultimate meal prep buzzkill. 🙃 You spend all that time cooking, portioning, and packing… only to open your lunch and find a sad, wilted mess. Been there! When I first started bringing homemade meals to work, everything seemed soggy — salads, stir-fries, even roasted veggies. But after years 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) […]
Budget-Friendly Chickpea Curry (Vegan + Meal Prep Friendly)
With only 10 (cheap, easy-to-find) ingredients, I can see this chickpea curry becoming a part of your regular rotation. I made this curry differently from the others, so I’m excited for you to try out this subtle tweak for a sweeter, cozier curry. As always, you can adjust it to your needs! The ten ingredients […]
How To Meal Prep For One
One of the most common questions we get asked has to be “How do you meal prep for one person?” At first, figuring out how to meal prep for one is challenging. Between avoiding food waste, needing variety and actually sticking to your meal plan, the struggle is real. In this post, I’m going to […]
No-Reheat Crunchy Thai Chicken Wraps
I first got the idea for these Crunchy Thai Chicken Wraps while on vacation in California. I needed a quick lunch that I could eat in the car… no mess, no utensils, and definitely no reheating. I grabbed a Thai chicken wrap from Whole Foods, and it was so good I knew I had to […]
Sheet Pan Salmon With Veggies (Easy, Tasty Meal Prep)
Everyone has that one meal they can eat every single week. This easy sheet pan salmon with veggies is mine! Tender, flaky salmon paired with roasted sweet potatoes and savory broccoli makes for a simple, hands-off dinner (or lunch) that’s full of flavor and nutrition. The best part? Your oven does most of the work. […]
Grocery Shopping On A Budget: Easy Tips To Save Money On Groceries
Grocery shopping on a budget is not impossible. It only seems like some kind of feat of logistics to set a grocery budget and then actually stick to it. It’s definitely a challenge, especially because food costs seem to only go in one direction. And that’s the direction that takes more money out of your […]
Easy Pumpkin Muffins Recipe
Pumpkins, as an agricultural product, are totally fall. Pumpkin, as a flavor, is a different thing altogether! Either way, it feels AUTUMNAL and so does this pumpkin muffin recipe. When it comes to baking, most of us are cooking with canned pumpkin, which is pretty straightforward: it’s a little sweet and a little starchy but […]
Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
There’s nothing like a classic chicken noodle soup. It’s easy and nourishing, and just about the most perfect comfort food. Classic chicken soup also happens to be an awesome way to use up extra chicken, too, although this one includes cooking it from scratch. I just love this recipe, as it reminds me of the […]
