HolidaY Meal Prep

It’s hard to believe Thanksgiving is in just a couple of weeks. We don’t know about you, but we aren’t ready just yet! If you’re having everyone over for the holiday, meal prep can be a lifesaver during the busy holiday season. By taking some time to prepare ahead of time, you can reduce stress and ensure that you have delicious and nutritious meals on hand throughout the holidays.
Here are some tips for holiday meal prep:

1. Plan your menus. Before you start shopping or prepping, take some time to plan out your menus for the holidays. This will help you to avoid impulse purchases and ensure that you have all the ingredients you need.

Holiday meal prep plan

1. Make a list. Once you have your menus planned, make a list of all the ingredients you need. This will help you to stay organized and avoid last-minute errands.
2. Chop vegetables and herbs. This is a great way to save time on cooking day. You can chop vegetables and herbs a few days ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator.

Holiday meal prep chopped vegetables and herbs

1. Cook grains and starches. Grains and starches can also be cooked ahead of time and reheated when you're ready to eat. This is a great way to save time and ensure that you have a healthy side dish on hand.

Holiday meal prep cooked grains and starches

1. Prepare sauces and dressings. Sauces and dressings can add a lot of flavors to your holiday meals. You can make them ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator or freezer.

Holiday meal prep prepared sauces and dressings

1. Make a batch of soup or stew. Soup and stew are hearty and comforting meals that are perfect for the holidays. You can make a big batch ahead of time and freeze it into individual portions.

Holiday meal prep soup or stew

1. Bake cookies and other treats. Cookies, cakes, and other treats are a must-have for the holidays. You can bake them ahead of time and store them in the freezer.

We hope that your holiday season and the last quarter of the year is full of joy and not stressful. If you find yourself in need of a locksmith this season, we’re here and happy to help!

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