Meal Prep Ideas & Recipes

From big-batch recipes to genius tips you can take to the grocery store, these meal planning tips will get you through weeknight dinners and beyond.

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These Are the Top 10 Most Wasted Foods

Nearly a third of Americans admit they’re likely to forget about leftovers. The most wasted foods may surprise you.


People Are Using Chipotle Catering for Meal Prep—And Honestly, It’s Genius

Try this new meal planning hack to skip expensive meal delivery services with Chiptole's catering boxes.


What Is “Hero Meal Prep”?

Save yourself from takeout by practicing hero meal prep.


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This Multi-Purpose Cutting Board Makes Meal Prep a Breeze

This bamboo meal prep cutting board is the gadget you never knew you needed.

Marley Spoon Review: I Tried Martha Stewart’s Meal Delivery Service

A meal kit using Martha Stewart's recipes delivered to your front door? Yes please! We tested Marley Spoon to see...


The 7 Best Meal Delivery Services for Families

The last thing that busy parents need is a never-ending grocery list to keep track of. We've found the best...

How to Plan a Meal-Prep Sunday

Have a lot on your plate but still need to get food on your family's plate? Plan a meal-prep Sunday...


A 7-Day Meal Plan Using Baked Potatoes

Start the week off with baked potatoes. Then, use up those leftovers with potato-topped pizza and a baked potato soup,...


Your Weekly Meal Planner

Let us help you plan dinner. Our seasonal, weekly meal plan ideas have every craving covered.


A 7-Day Meal Plan Using Quinoa

Start the week off with a big batch of quinoa. On Sunday, you'll make unstuffed peppers. Then with leftover quinoa,...

A 7-Day Meal Plan of Southwestern Dinners

Stock up on sour cream, cilantro, lime, avocado and your favorite salsa— you'll be using them all week. Enjoy taquitos,...


A 7-Day Meal Plan of Air-Fryer Recipes

Get your air fryer ready—you'll be using it all week! Begin Sunday with Ground Beef Wellington, then enjoy meals like...


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A 7-Day Meal Plan for the Week of Memorial Day

Summer is finally here! Welcome the season with easy, flavorful meals—many of which you can make on the grill. Bonus:...


A 7-Day Meal Plan for The Week of The 4th of July

Celebrate Independence Day all week with these classic recipes. Start the week with hot dogs and end the week with...


17 Smart Meal Prep Supplies You’ll Find on Amazon

Use our recommended Amazon meal prep supplies to prep like a pro. We found plenty of ways to make meal...

7-Day 1200-Calorie Meal Plan

Think a 1200-calorie diet is impossible to follow? Think again.


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Your Weekly Meal Planner

Let us help you plan dinner. Our seasonal, weekly meal plan ideas have every craving covered.


A 7-Day 15-Minute Prep Meal Plan

Being strapped for time doesn't mean the drive-thru is the only dinner option. Try these easy dinners prepped in 15...


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Your February Meal Plan

Still deciding what to make for dinner? We've got it covered. Our February meal plan lists a whole month's worth...


9 Keto Meal Kits That Fit Your New Lifestyle—and Taste Good

These keto meal kits make it easy to enjoy healthy, balanced meals without the added work of carb counting and...


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31 Quick Dinners for January

If you want to get dinner on the table quick, then turn to this meal plan all month long.


A 7-Day Indian Dinners Meal Plan

Get ready for lots of chicken! These Indian-inspired dinners are better than takeout. Whether you are used to Indian flavors...


How I Meal Plan for A Family of Four Using Walmart’s Pickup and Delivery Service

As the meal planner for a family of four, I’m responsible for figuring out 98 meals and snacks every single...


I Tried a Meal Prep Service for a Week—Here’s What I Thought

There's no argument that meal prep services are convenient. The question is whether the meals are easy, economical or even...

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A 7-Day Meal Plan with 5-Minute Meals

Dinners leading up to Thanksgiving day should be nice and easy, so we know you'll love these quick-to-prepare meals—some can...


A 7-Day German Meal Plan

Grab the sauerkraut (or make your own), because it's German week! Hearty German fare and flavors make it the ideal...


A 7-Day Meal Plan Featuring Fall Flavors

Fall flavors take center stage this week. Work through your apple stash, cans of pumpkin and butternut squash haul in...


A 7-Day Meal Plan with Prepped Slow Cooker Meals

By prepping meals ahead of time and storing them in the freezer, dinner is as straightforward as dumping everything in...


How to Prep and Freeze Slow Cooker Meals

Put your takeout plans on ice. With ready-to-make meals kept in your freezer, it’s a snap to get a wholesome...


7-Day Meal Plan: Shop Once, Eat All Week

One of the pros of planning out your meals for the entire week is only needing one grocery trip. Just...