Quick & Easy Meal Prep Ideas
I love a bit of a meal prep session on a Sunday. It definitely helps my week go better being that little bit more organised, and the time investment is not that big. I put together a reel of my latest meal prep routine and thought I would share the recipes here in one place, plus I’ve added in one or two more that are go to’s.
Strategy wise - my goal is to always prep:
- One Protein
- Baking for lunchboxes
- One breakfast for the week (for example, either granola or baked oats)
- Some snacks
- if time, chopped veggies
Here’s what that would look like for prep.
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Pulled Pork or Beef Brisket
Having a protein in the fridge that will last 2-3 meals is a game changer. Our faves are my pulled pork or brisket as both can be used in a variety of meals that are quick and easy. This week our one Pork Shoulder did 3 meals.
Night 1: Quessidillas done in the toasted sandwich maker (just add cheese)
Night 2: Pulled Pork Subs. I buy some of the long loaves of French or Italian bread from Countdown, add cheese, lettuce and tomato. Bingo! Delicious
Night 3: Pulled Pork with Mashed Potato and Steamed Broccoli. Part of my meal prep this week was freezing some mash (game changer) so we pulled out a serve of that and it just took 5 mins to steam some brocoli
MASHED POTATO
Yep, you heard me right. Freeze some mashed potato! While some of the other things are on, pop on some potatoes. When cooked, drain and completely cool before mashing. Store servings in zip lock bags to store in the freezer.
Blueberry or Raspberry Cheesecake Baked Oats
I can’t tell you how much I love this recipe. It’s a life saver for me, making mornings so much easier. I bake one batch on Sunday and it lasts me until Saturday. GOLD.
Muffins or Cookies
You can’t beat the good old Edmonds Sweet Muffin mix! They are very easy, economical and quick. I add a mashed banana and either blueberries or raspberries to ours and Aiden loves them. Store in the freezer and just get one out when making lunches makes them last longer.
HOME MADE GRANOLA
Home made granola is really easy and really yummy. I have two recipes you can try.
Date, Banana & peanut butter chocolate bites
I make these every week, mainly for me. When I want something sweet, I can grab one from the freezer. They are SO yum!
Lastly, if you have time, chopping up veggies for meals ahead if always a great idea. I even shred our lettuce to save extra time when making salads or sandwiches.
Happy prepping!
Justine
