A Step-by-Step Guide to Meal Prep. Mastering the foundations.
What if there was a way to eat well without spending hours in the kitchen every day? Enter meal prepping: the art of preparing your meals in advance.
Step 1: Planning is Key
Before you even think about touching a knife, you need a plan. Start by deciding how many recipes with recipes meals you want to prepare (lunch, breakfast, dinner, or all three). Then, consider your schedule for the week. Where are you going, what are your activity levels, and how much time do you realistically have to cook? Once you have a sense of your needs, you can begin choosing recipes. Opt for meals that are healthy, satisfying, and store well. Think roasted vegetables, lean proteins like chicken or fish, and whole grains like quinoa or brown rice. Start with choosing maybe 2-3 types of meals to avoid being ov...