Build a 90-minute weekly prep routine, balanced plates, a simple shopping system, batch recipes and safe storage, then follow a four-week plan to make it stick.
Self-paced course · 6 lessons · 1 quiz. Educational content only; it does not replace advice from your doctor or another qualified professional.
Lessons
The 90-minute weekly prep
Free PreviewBuilding a balanced plate
Meal prep is most useful when the meals you assemble are balanced, satisfying and enjoyable. A simple plate framework makes this easy without counting or weighing anything. The plate framework.…
Shopping system
A good shopping system is the backbone of easy meal prep. It saves time, reduces waste, keeps costs down, and ensures you have what you need when prep day arrives.…
Batch recipes
Batch recipes are dishes that cook well in large quantities, keep well, and can be used in several meals. Having a small repertoire of reliable batch recipes makes prep day…
Storage & reheating
Safe storage keeps prepared food tasting good and reduces the risk of foodborne illness. This lesson covers the basics recommended by food safety authorities. Cool food quickly. Bacteria grow fastest…
Your first 4 weeks
Now you will put everything together into a four-week plan that turns meal prep from an idea into a routine. Week 1: Start small. Hold a 30- to 45-minute session.…