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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The Best Meal Kit Delivery Services of 2024

There are plenty of options when it comes to meal kits—so we tested the most popular brands to find the best meal delivery service for every kind of cook.

The 6 Best Meal Kits for Families

The last thing busy parents need is a never-ending grocery list and cumbersome meal prep. We've found the best meal...


Home Chef vs. HelloFresh: I’ve Tested Both, But How Do They Compare?

Why pit Home Chef vs. HelloFresh when they both have equally quality products? These two companies offer similarly positive experiences,...


Blue Apron vs. HelloFresh: What’s Best?

When evaluating Blue Apron vs. HelloFresh, it's not a matter of picking which meal delivery service is best overall, but...


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.


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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...


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,...

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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:...


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.


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...

A 7-Day Meal Plan Using Your Instant Pot

Dig out your Instant Pot from the pantry and keep it out on the counter all week, because these dinners...


5 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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27 Quick Dinners for January

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


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

Our shopping editor has tested the brand's offerings three times in four years, and her glowing HelloFresh reviews remain. Find...


A 6-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 5-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 Italian Meal Plan

It's Italian week! And there's going to be more to eat than just pasta. Start the week with a big...


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...

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The Best Healthy and Easy Meal Prep Ideas for Stress-Free Eating

There's nothing like seeing a refrigerator full of fully-prepped meals and snacks. We've rounded up plenty of easy meal prep...


Meal Plan Featuring Mushrooms

Add 'shrooms to this week's menu! On Sunday, make a nice (but easy!) rigatoni dinner and prep Monday's burgers. Make...


32 Meal Planning Tips That Will Make Your Life Easier

Meal planning doesn't have to be a chore. These simple meal planning tips will help you make the most of...


A 7-Day Meal Plan Using Summer Produce

Think seasonally. Plan meals around fresh produce, like strawberries, green beans, zucchini and cucumbers. Typically, in-season foods are cheaper, so...


10 Products That Make Meal Planning Easy (Plus a Free Printable!)

The thought of meal planning for the week ahead can be stressful, but these handy tools will make it so...


A 7-Day Meal Plan Using a Big Batch of Rice

Start the week by steaming a big batch of rice to portion and serve with Sunday, Monday and Wednesday's dinners.