I loved this post! I think I will start being more intentional in my cooking by creating meal plans and actually looking for healthy, filling recipes instead of just going with whatever is currently in the fridge, hah!
I prechop or premeasure all of my ingredients, sometimes the day ahead so that a more complex recipe does not seem as daunting especially the first time I make it. This keeps me motivated to try new things and new recipes more often.
I start making my grocery list a couple of days before I shop so I’m sort of planning what I’ll cook that week, trying not to let things die in the fridge. Thanks.
I write my cooking plans in my planner for the day I intend to cook it. Then I do my grocery list according to that specific plan. I waste less food. I can look back to see the day i made it, so I know how long I can keep it. There is a lot less waste.
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Taking the time to slow down and enjoy the process.
Using healthier ingredients would be a good choice for me!
Plan ahead, add colorful foods for health and beauty.
By planning ahead, meal prep, shopping sales etc.
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I loved this post! I think I will start being more intentional in my cooking by creating meal plans and actually looking for healthy, filling recipes instead of just going with whatever is currently in the fridge, hah!
I prechop or premeasure all of my ingredients, sometimes the day ahead so that a more complex recipe does not seem as daunting especially the first time I make it. This keeps me motivated to try new things and new recipes more often.
I can think about what healthy ingredients I should use daily before I decide what to cook and incorporate a more balanced meal
I make it a priority to use up what I’ve got and use my leftovers. My intention is to have as little waste as possible.
I start making my grocery list a couple of days before I shop so I’m sort of planning what I’ll cook that week, trying not to let things die in the fridge. Thanks.
I write my cooking plans in my planner for the day I intend to cook it. Then I do my grocery list according to that specific plan. I waste less food. I can look back to see the day i made it, so I know how long I can keep it. There is a lot less waste.