12. Know Your Time Limitations
- Be realistic about how much time you are willing to devote to the process
- Create simple recipes that can be completed in the allotted time
11. Book An Appointment With Yourself
- Set aside specific dates and time to meal prep
- Make it official by placing the time on your calendar
10. Create A Menu That Will Allow For Some Variety
- Do not try to eat the same thing all the time at meals or you will get bored
- A balanced meal plan with variety encourages consumption
9. Prepare To Prepare
- Buy the right storage containers for the planned meals
- Glass and plastic: jars, casserole dishes, individual meal containers
8. Make A List Of Ingredients For Shopping
- Saves you from over purchasing
- Reduces the time you spend in the grocery store
7. Use The Right Tools For The Job
- Sharp knives
- Freezer bags
6. Plan for Healthy Eating
- Don’t be so strict that you are left hungry or craving poor snack choices
- Make up snack packs to encourage portion control and good choices.
5. Incorporate Multiple Methods For Cooking Foods
- Use the Instant Pot
- Dust off the Crockpot
- BBQ packets,
- Sheet Pan Meals
- Sous Vide
- Roasting, Frying
- Grilling
4. Don’t Try to Cook 7 Nights a Week
- Give yourself time off to explore someone’s else styles and flavors
- Consume your own prepared freezer meals
3. Seek Out New Flavors And Try New Recipes
- Try ethnic foods that you have never prepared
- Use new techniques
2. Meal Prep Outdoors During Good Weather
- The grill can accommodate large amounts of various foods
- Enjoying the weather while you prep supports good mental health
1. Utilize Peer Support To Create Good Habits
- Meal prep weekly with others
- Follow social media pages that offer advice and encouragement
