This episode of The Junk You Should Know Show couldn’t have come at a better time. As we head into the new year, meal planning can make all the difference for those intending to start their diet transitions. Amy Vig, an amazing personal chef, shares all the secrets of meal prepping on episode 50!
Secrets of Meal Prepping with Amy Vig
Making better food choices is actually on the top of the list for so many people, however, time and lack of knowledge.
Amy Vig, founder of the blog Cooking with a Full Plate, makes a guest appearance on The Junk You Should Know Show to make your meal planning that much easier.
Here are some of the top tips from episode 50, but don’t forget to watch the full show because there’s so many actionable details!
How can you be more efficient at meal prepping? (16:34)
Tip #1 Before you even start prepping, you’ll need these 4 must-haves:
- Large cutting board
- Towel
- Sharp chef’s knife
- Bowl for catching all scraps
Tip #2 Keep everything you need nearby so you’re cutting down on unnecessary movement throughout the kitchen.
Tip #3 Clear out the sink and dishwasher prior to starting your meal prep session.
Tip #4 Learn basic chopping skills. (Check out 20:56 mark of the show to learn some amazing cutting tips and tricks with Amy!)
Tip #5 Identify the dishes that require more time and prep and/or pre-cook those early on in the week.
Best Tools for Meal Prepping that are Practical
- a sharp chef’s knife
- 1 go-to cooking pan
- chain mail for cast-iron skillet
- Instant Pot
- Vitamix blender
- salad spinner
Last Minute Thoughts About Meal Planning
Don’t make it overly complicated. Over time you’ll find recipes that you and your family will truly love.
There’s no need to spend hours searching for new recipes once you’ve a got a good lists of faves. When you’re busy and hustling to get dinner on, those favorites will make like so much simpler.
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