Episode # 2: The 5 Meal Method: Quick and Healthy Meals In Under 30 Minutes Per Week

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Hey, beautiful Mama’s! Are you ready to reclaim your time and energy? As someone who understands the juggling act of being a working mom, I know that meal planning can be a real game-changer. It's all about finding simple strategies to save time, reduce stress, and ensure your family enjoys delicious meals without breaking a sweat. So, buckle up and get ready to save some time and energy in the kitchen

 

Summary:

By taking the time to plan out our meals in advance, we can save time, energy, and stress while still preparing quick, healthy and delicious meals for our families.

One of the main benefits of meal planning is that it allows us to take control of our schedule

Meal planning also helps us avoid the temptation of ordering takeout or grabbing fast food on our way home. By having a well-thought-out plan, we are more likely to stick to healthier options and avoid the pitfalls of convenience foods.

Not only does meal planning save time, but it also saves energy. 

By having a meal plan in place, we eliminate the mental strain of trying to come up with new meal ideas on the spot

Meal planning can help reduce the physical demands of cooking by allowing us to prepare meals in advance and freeze them for later use

So here are some Tips for Efficient Meal Planning

Step #1. Set aside dedicated time for meal planning: It's essential to allocate a specific time in our week to sit down and plan out our meals.

Step #2. Involve the whole family: Encourage involvement from the entire family when it comes to meal planning. Ask for their input on favorite dishes or ingredients they would like to try.

Step #3. Keep a well-stocked pantry and freezer: Maintaining a well-stocked pantry and freezer is key to efficient meal planning. 

Step #4. Batch cook and freeze: One powerful strategy for saving time and energy is batch cooking. By preparing large quantities of a particular dish (like spaghetti sauce), we can portion it into individual servings and freeze them for later use. This way, we always have a homemade meal ready to go, even on the busiest days.

Step #5. Make it fun: Meal planning doesn't have to be a tedious chore; it can be a fun and creative

So Let’s Embrace the Rewards of Meal Planning

Like…

• Less complaining at the dinner table, because you have Considered  your family's preferences and dietary needs when choosing recipes 
• A grocery list based on your meal plan to minimize waste and save money
• Prepared ingredients in advance to streamline the cooking process and help you have healthier choices
• Leftovers for lunch so you can reduce that “what am I having for lunch” decision or give you another homemade meal on another busy night throughout the week
• And the ability to multi-task and Take advantage of time-saving kitchen tools and appliances like the instant pot or slow cooker to make cooking and prepping easier

 

And lastly ’ll leave you with a little food for thought…

“Time management is about life management.” - Author Unknown

Here’s what to do next:

 

Step #1: Follow me on Facebook for more dinner and meal planning tips and hacks  @busymamamealplanning

 

Step #2:  Be sure to get your free 5 Meal Method Planner to help you facilitate your meal planning journey. It’s free and you can get it at:  https://bit.ly/5mealmethod

 

Step #3:  Come and see how we can work together!  I have something for everyone and every budget, from free guides, meal plans starting at $4.99 and personalized 1:1 meal planning sessions for $47 go to: https://linktr.ee/busymamamealplanning

 

Step #4:  Happy to help! Have questions, send me a DM @blagagoertzen.

Again, thanks again for being here! I’m so grateful for you! And I’ll be waiting for you in my next episode!

 

Xx Blaga