Master Meal Prep for a Healthier You

Ditch the Takeout Habit

Convenience often comes at a cost, and ordering takeout is no exception. It can quickly add up and derail our healthy eating goals. This year, make a commitment to cook more and start with meal prep. With a little planning, you can enjoy a delicious, homemade meal every day of the week.

Expert Insights

This week, we’re featuring a meal prep expert who’s sharing top tips and recipes to get you started.

Breakfast Like a Pro

Start your day off right with these quick and easy breakfast ideas:

• Stuffed Peppers for a Quick Start: Sauté ground pork and veggies, fill peppers, crack in an egg, and bake until golden brown. Freeze for a quick breakfast that’s anything but bland.
• Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats: Mix in mashed banana and peanut butter for a delicious flavor combination. Add some chocolate chips for a sweet treat.
• Eggs and Bacon Breakfast Burritos: Scramble eggs, fry bacon, and wrap individually for a breakfast that’s sure to impress.
• Peanut Butter Energy Balls: Mix dates, oats, honey, and peanut butter for a tasty energy bite that’s free from sugar crashes.

Lunch and Dinner Solutions

Take meal prep to the next level with these lunch and dinner ideas:

• Strawberry Banana Green Smoothie in a Bag: Prep your smoothie ingredients in a sandwich bag and freeze until you’re ready to blend. Add protein powder and almond milk for a quick and healthy start to your day.
• Carnitas Burrito Bowls: Think carnitas are too time-consuming? Think again! Plug in your slow cooker and come home to tender meat and a kitchen that smells amazing.
• Baked Cheddar and Sweet Potato Fritters: Mix up a big batch of sweet potato cakes and freeze until you’re in the mood for something fancy.
• Crock-Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup with Kale: Dump all the ingredients into the pot and let it cook while you’re out and about.
• Enchilada Casserole: Throw everything into the casserole dish uncooked and bake for a cozy, cheesy dinner.

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