Whether you are 21, 45 or 73 years old, making dinner for one can be boring and challenging. Frozen dinners are tasteless and unhealthy. Canned soup doesn't feel like a meal and lacks the essential nutrients you need to maintain a healthy body. No matter what you choose, meals for one are either quick and tasteless or incredibly time consuming. Instead of focusing on cooking for one, try cooking for three . . . THREE DAYS!
Make the food you enjoy eating and make enough to last several days. If you plan on eating it immediately, your meals can be stored in the fridge. If you plan on eating it the following week or later, freeze meal-sized portions for the next time you'd rather reheat than cook. Plus, the smell of roasting chicken, a tasty stew or a hearty soup will fill the house with comforting, cozy smells that stimulate the senses on these chilly, gloomy winter days.
Not a fan of eating the exact same meal every day? Make a base protein and jazz it up each day with different sides and veggies. Roasted chicken is an excellent protein and can make a feast for a week! Pair it with steamed broccoli or carrots which add vitamins and antioxidants that can help fight off winter colds.
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Say good bye to tiresome meal making and boring meals. Get creative! Commit to one meal prep day and during the rest of the week you'll be able to get a delicious, healthy meal on the table in minutes. A little planning will save time and money while preserving taste and nutrition.
Bon Appétit!
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