Plus she shares some of her go-to meal-prep tips, some of which may surprise you.
But it’s also become an essential way that I prioritize my mental health.
And because I plan for it, I can almost always accommodate that.
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I have ADHD andanxiety, and the chaos surrounding mealtimes can feel debilitatingly overwhelming.
This led me to rethink how I was making meals.
Being a bit more prepared has, undoubtedly, made our day-to-day lives easier.
Here are some of the ingredients I regularly buy from Costco to make meal prepping as easy as possible.
Ground Turkey
I grew up in an era when fat was considered a foe.
Plain Greek Yogurt
Yogurt is such a versatile ingredient, and it’s one that we are never without.
Of course, it can be eaten with granola and berries for breakfast or a snack.
We love almost any leafy green with a healthier, yogurt-buttermilk ranch.
Andtzatzikiis delicious with everything from roasted veggies and meat to a rotisserie-chicken-stuffed pita.
Rotisserie Chicken
Speaking of rotisserie chicken!
But I also buy one often for meal prepping.
Cooked-down vegetables form the foundation of a creamy roux-based sauce made from chicken stock and milk.
It’s always a hit, and the kids ask for seconds and thirds.
They are a bit pricier than regular green beans, but also much more flavorful and tender.
To say we eat a lot of oats is an understatement.
But now I’ve turned to Costco for my oat needs.
The 5-pound bag lasts me for about three weeks.
They’re perfect for batch-prepping Bircher muesli,granolaand bothbakedand stovetop oatmeal.
Any remaining spinach goes intosmoothies,stuffed shellsand omelets.
And remember the ground turkey?
I love the Skotidakis tzatziki brand that’s available at my local Costco.
I serve it with a freshtomato and cucumber salad, pita and/or rice with plenty of that tzatziki.
Tofu
A nutritious,plant-based protein, tofu tops my list for foods to always have on hand.
For more intentional meal prepping, I’ll choose an inspiringmarinadeand roast a couple of blocks of tofu.
We like to add guacamole or avocado, pickled jalapenos and hot sauce, after reheating.
I recommend doubling this recipe since they freeze well for up to three months.
Eggs
A go-to for obvious reasons,eggsare a versatile and quick source of protein.
But when it comes to meal-prepping, I love tomedium-boila batch in advance for easy sandwich or salad add-ins.
Cashews
Cashews are a nut I love to meal-prep with.
A simple cashew cream goes a long way in sweet or savory applications.
This makes a delightful salad dressing or sauce for mixing into grains or pasta.
Both versions keep well in the fridge for a few days, making them great for meal prep.
