Easy Meal Ideas

How to cut cooking time so you can spend more time around the dinner table with your family

From the LifeMinute.TV

July 29, 2021

It's so important to cherish mealtime with the family because it’s the time when everyone gets together and talks about their day. We are all about anything that can make prep time quicker, so we have more time to sit and eat together. Here’s how…

Embrace batch cooking
Invest in some quality containers that freeze well and then double or triple your favorite recipes.

Add the sides
You know side dishes really make any meal, especially for the kids, but you don’t want to labor over them, so go for easy and good things. We love Rice-A-Roni because the brand is making it even easier with its new Heat & Eat microwavable rice pouches. It microwaves in 90 seconds, and they deliver delicious flavor. Talk about minimal prep! They are super easy, have no fuss, no mess, and are flavorfully delicious. They come in three flavors: Herb & Butter, Garlic & Olive Oil, and Spicy Spanish, so there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Find dinner recipes for the entire family at ricearoni.com. 

Meal prep
Since mornings can be especially hectic, it’s good to prepare meals at night. Overnight oats are a great go-to and great for the summer. Just put them in a jar with your favorite milk or dairy alternative, stir it, and let it soak in the fridge overnight. In the morning, you have a grab-and-go breakfast. You can add in your favorites, such as bananas and chia seeds.