🚫The #1 Reason Why you FAIL at MEAL PREP! (& how to succeed)

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  • @Jen-Chapin
    @Jen-Chapin  Před rokem +1

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      @Jen-Chapin  Před rokem +1

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  • @janetgarner6770
    @janetgarner6770 Před rokem +17

    I’m 58 years old. I cook dinner at least 4 nights a week. I finally got a rice cooker. Changed. My. Life. Love it!! Could not recommend more.

  • @melissachapman6213
    @melissachapman6213 Před rokem +6

    I keep my Strawberries and berries in glass jars in the fridge and it really does a world of difference! They last up to 2 weeks! If they last that long in my house!

  • @Midwestmomvolunteer365
    @Midwestmomvolunteer365 Před rokem +10

    I do this, and it really makes healthy or at least not fast food eating much more realistic.

  • @MrsAlmaTrumble
    @MrsAlmaTrumble Před rokem +9

    Perfect timing, plan to start meal prepping again. It saved me time and money.

  • @doloreskrisky7710
    @doloreskrisky7710 Před rokem +1

    Jenn, even though your focus is to help working women with families, I can't tell you how much your tips have helped me. An older woman cooking for one now. Thank you so much for sharing your tips, along with your delightful family.🌷

  • @noreenp.9858
    @noreenp.9858 Před rokem +4

    I cook overripe berries with cornstarch and stevia. I keep this in the refrigerator. I’ll use it as a dessert by topping with granola and or cool whip. It uses them up without wasting.

  • @weepangoons
    @weepangoons Před rokem +3

    Thanks for the ideas. I think cutting lettuce with a metal knife makes it go brown faster. Try tearing it instead.

  • @cindakellogg1307
    @cindakellogg1307 Před rokem +2

    I don't even have the strength to cut up veggies for stew that I have been trying to make for days! So sad! I just recently was diagnosed with kidney disease and anemia plus low iron...and a brain tumor, I'm a mess..I have been in a wheel chair for over a year now with a CROW boot on because of charcot in my right foot! Anyway...admire your tenacity for getting it all together.

  • @jennyrieras431
    @jennyrieras431 Před rokem +1

    I miss these meal prep videos. It reminds me of your pre-work from home days! Please keep them coming

  • @danapride
    @danapride Před rokem +1

    Jen you should try seasoning broccoli, toss with olive oil, and roasting in the oven. It is delicious, and the tip of the broccoli get a little crunchy. We love it. It would also taste good with a little lemon juice squeezed over the top. Thanks for sharing, your food looks amazing!~Dana

  • @larryandjaniceringler8039

    Awesome ideas as always. Same thought with the rice cooker. I bought it thinking it would be perfect. I took it back. Another gadget I won’t use. I hate clutter and have to say the Insta pot for the win. Adjusting rice types with water and seasoning mixes up consistency of the rice just fine.

  • @laurieb.5199
    @laurieb.5199 Před rokem +1

    This is an excellent idea! I have to start trying to implement a prep like this for the busy summer months

  • @barbarajohnson83
    @barbarajohnson83 Před rokem +1

    Great prep video and meal ideas. I love to prep ahead, it makes cooking meals so much easier.

  • @HannahMattox
    @HannahMattox Před rokem +4

    Your meal prep is always just so mesmerizing 😍

  • @teamfriedmann8876
    @teamfriedmann8876 Před rokem +1

    Literally the best meal prep video ever!!! Thanks Jen!

  • @KristiBarreto
    @KristiBarreto Před rokem +3

    I vote for more meal prep videos please 👍

  • @nancyreboulet6308
    @nancyreboulet6308 Před rokem +1

    I just love the ingredient method . I for one dislike meal prepping for that simple reason of having to eat the same thing for several days in a row but prepping ingredients is genius. Thanks for the idea.

  • @jackieo2403
    @jackieo2403 Před rokem +2

    Great video- I prep a batch of rice and a bag of potatoes and a pound or two dry beans in the instant pot each week. Life changing to have the bases of so many meals I make ready to go.

  • @barbiedoll6530
    @barbiedoll6530 Před rokem +6

    OMG love this video!!!! I make a pan of bacon in the oven every week too! Great in salads, BLTs, turkey bacon wraps and breakfast for dinner!! Jen, try the trick about wrapping your lettuce in foil....i swear I'm on week 4 of my romaine lettuce...it totally works!! Clean outside of lettuce dry well and wrap in foil. Also, I am with you when i watch people who don't wash their food products...my sister works in manufacturing...you don't want to know what your food goes through. We even wipe off the milk cartons, soda, water bottles, etc. Anything you eat, drink should be washed....it drives me nuts to see people put stuff in their fridge without cleaning it. Unless you have sourced it personally....wash it!

    • @mtherfnprincess
      @mtherfnprincess Před rokem +2

      We've been wiping our groceries since 2020 and it was like "why weren't we doing this before?" It just makes sense

    • @Rosie-mz4bx
      @Rosie-mz4bx Před rokem

      @Barbie Doll I wanna know and maybe some need to to know so they'll start washing.

    • @barbiedoll6530
      @barbiedoll6530 Před rokem

      @@Rosie-mz4bx Let's be general and kind the majority of USA factories are safe and highly regulated (thank goodness) but most people don't realize how their food goes from farm to table...it's eye opening. You also have to look at where your food comes from. How it traveled to get here, where it's stored, how it's stored...it's a long process to get to the store, is it kept up to regulations along the way? Wipe down the outside of your containers, milk, water, soda...besides washing your fruits and vegetables like Jen does as I do... LImes, lemons, oranges, apples, watermelon...you cut into it but did you wash it first? If you work in a restaurant you have to! What has run over the outside of the rind or has been exposed to is not pleasant. What employee has sneezed or coughed on it while stocking? It's out there but I wash my bananas.I have found spider eggs in my bunch (tips wrapped in plastic) from a HIGH END grocery store. It's too large to control so we must do our own part to stay safe in our own homes. If you don't source it personally....wash it!!! My sister worked in a cookie factory at one point...an employee had 2 fingers cut off in a machine which fell into the giant vat of batter...they dumped it of course...but can you imagine that happening where food processes are not regulated? There are a million stories...but wash your food :) Oh and don't keep your water bottle in the sun. I see all these stores storing water outside in the sun to sell. The chemicals from the plastic bottle over time slowly creep into the water from the heat from the sun.....so dumb. I just complained to my local grocery store about it. Disclaimer: I'm not an expert just live with someone who has worked in the food industry for 40 years and I have personal experience in the food industry.

  • @angiefagan4122
    @angiefagan4122 Před rokem +1

    Awesome video!! Very helpful ideas 😊

  • @marjana6182
    @marjana6182 Před rokem +2

    Absolutely awesome video!! 😊❤️ So many helpful great ideas! Thanks a lot Jen!🥰🥰🙏🙏

  • @NanaRae2Three
    @NanaRae2Three Před rokem

    So happy to see you peel and chop up the broccoli stalk. I always do this with the stalk. Most people I watch throw it away. 👍🏻to you for using the stalk.

  • @Kim-cy3fd
    @Kim-cy3fd Před rokem

    More great ideas Jen, thank you!

  • @gretchens.2756
    @gretchens.2756 Před rokem +1

    Thank you Jen! This is very helpful! I ordered the larger prodcue containers for lettcue off of your link. I have small containers for fruit.

  • @christinam1765
    @christinam1765 Před rokem +1

    Hi,Jen! Love all of your videos, but this is definitely a favorite!

  • @DianaTx361
    @DianaTx361 Před rokem

    Great advice Jen it is easier to make meals with precooked proteins and prepared veggies. 😊 Hope your week is going good.

  • @tanyademillo8695
    @tanyademillo8695 Před rokem +1

    I needed some new ideas for meal prep. I’m on a healthy eating journey, so these were perfect!

  • @carriebrooks7354
    @carriebrooks7354 Před rokem +1

    I love that avocado keeper!! Tip.. keep the pit on it to keep it longer!

  • @LauraRodriguez-Peace
    @LauraRodriguez-Peace Před rokem

    Thanks, Jen! 😊

  • @lacoleson
    @lacoleson Před rokem +1

    I almost never meal prep but frequently ingredient prep! Makes life so much easier!

  • @carollord9371
    @carollord9371 Před rokem

    That was a good one :) thanks!

  • @cindycampbell2166
    @cindycampbell2166 Před rokem +1

    I don't wash my berries until we eat them. I keep them in Debbie Meyer green boxes in layers with paper towels. Blueberries will last 2 weeks in these! Blackberries will last about a week. They have bags too to put apples, oranges, bananas etc in. Love them.

  • @sandragoss48
    @sandragoss48 Před 6 měsíci

    I enjoyed these tips. I don’t know why I have not thought to prep protein ahead to use in various meal plans. Thanks. ❤

  • @LeaT0322
    @LeaT0322 Před rokem

    Great meal prep!! We use the hummus to make quesadillas!! Hummus, spinach, avocado and red onions on a low carb tortilla!

  • @kristenrpeters
    @kristenrpeters Před rokem +1

    Zucchini and yellow squash are the OG summer veggie combo. I’ve been making them together for years. I usually either steam in the microwave if I’m in a hurry, or I’ll roast in the air fryer with some olive oil and seasoning.

  • @risasklutteredkitchen1293

    I use Debbie Meyer Green Boxes for berries. They work really well. I get blueberries to last almost a week with no rot. Strawberries seem to go faster for me. Blackberries and blueberries last about 5-7 days with no rot. So good. I put them in my yogurt at night for dessert.

  • @judybesse4058
    @judybesse4058 Před rokem +1

    Thanks for the inspiration.....

  • @conniefreeman3943
    @conniefreeman3943 Před rokem

    Thanks for the help, that will make my lunches easier

  • @crowdedisolation
    @crowdedisolation Před rokem

    I love fresh herbs. My grocery list always has fresh dill, fresh basil, fresh mint and fresh cilantro on it. Even if I don't use it and end up throwing it out; it's in my frig just in case I need it.

  • @risasklutteredkitchen1293

    I also prep ingredients. Makes life so much easier. I adore leftovers for this reason too - if you have leftover meat, or fish, just cut it up or flake the fish and refrigerate. I even put it on top of my dogs food - makes them eat their dinner!
    I got the idea to wash produce in the salad spinner from you, It really makes life easier. I never thought to clean the grapes and pull them off their stems and then put them in a container with a piece of paper towel - makes serving it so much faster. When my son asks for some, it is ready to go. Thanks for that idea!

  • @sitterfo
    @sitterfo Před rokem

    I do this same thing and I remember the first time I did it I was like omg!! Why didn’t I think of this concept sooner?? It makes so much sense!!! Lol

  • @agirly1503
    @agirly1503 Před rokem +1

    I use my instant pot for rice too and I love it😊

  • @karenrowles9788
    @karenrowles9788 Před rokem

    Girl fan here completely admiring your knife skills 👍

  • @michellehochrein1971
    @michellehochrein1971 Před rokem

    ❤ this one. Ty

  • @gwenfrazier7027
    @gwenfrazier7027 Před rokem

    Thanks! These are great ideas. I’m not very innovative when it comes to meal prep. 😣

  • @emperius
    @emperius Před rokem

    Never thought of salmon burgers sounds great!will try

  • @SeeMindyMom
    @SeeMindyMom Před rokem

    Poor the juices over the steak before you store it…why have I never thought of this?! 🤯 genius!

  • @reginakiefer6701
    @reginakiefer6701 Před rokem

    Jen, what shade is your nail polish? Love it.

  • @ElePranaityte
    @ElePranaityte Před rokem

    I prep home-made sauces like tsadziki and marinate aubergines. Those make excellent sides to anything, really.

  • @sandymyers1182
    @sandymyers1182 Před rokem

    Very interesting.

  • @kimwieczorek1879
    @kimwieczorek1879 Před rokem

    ❤great video!! 😂u r great with that big knife. Seems so sharp. How do u sharpen it?🎉

  • @hannahkayee831
    @hannahkayee831 Před rokem

    I make salsa verde chicken or pork about once a week. One of my daughters favorite meals. & always have leftovers.

  • @ellalella1
    @ellalella1 Před rokem

    As to cauliflower, you can eat the stem too, just cut it up smaller than the florets. You get so much more out of a head if you eat the stem too.

  • @vickigrice4663
    @vickigrice4663 Před rokem

    Avocado with food saver works too

  • @angb1923
    @angb1923 Před rokem

    I really want that Shawarma seasoning!

  • @mes9766
    @mes9766 Před rokem

    I also prep proteins. But i need ideas on using it. We're in a rut. I have loads of cooked chicken and having a hard time coming up with something different.

  • @Rosie-mz4bx
    @Rosie-mz4bx Před rokem +1

    Jen your Great no Amazing at meal prepping! and Impressed that your kids eat all that deliciousness.

  • @rosebilletta3846
    @rosebilletta3846 Před rokem

    Girl I have been saying the same thing. ❤ this

  • @gracecutrona576
    @gracecutrona576 Před rokem

    What air fryer do you recommend? In search of a new one!

  • @tammymyer5347
    @tammymyer5347 Před rokem

    We ❤❤❤❤❤Whistle Stop chicken batter!

  • @vickigrice4663
    @vickigrice4663 Před rokem

    Squash and zucchini are great cooked in air fryer.

  • @sherrydaugherty6144
    @sherrydaugherty6144 Před rokem

    Jen and family have a great week have fun thanks from Oklahoma

  • @DioneN
    @DioneN Před rokem +1

    Trick question Connor 😆

  • @kimnoonan6046
    @kimnoonan6046 Před rokem

    I love broccoli, but I never eat the stalk. I always cut it off and only eat the other part. I can't think of what it is called right now. It will come to me after I hit send. Lol! Great ideas.

    • @silviamagda
      @silviamagda Před rokem +2

      The stalk is delicious. Give it a try. You can stirfry it.

    • @silviamagda
      @silviamagda Před rokem

      Florets?

  • @Notable2Nikki
    @Notable2Nikki Před rokem

    Meal prep is the only way for me to eat healthier at home. I have to have cooked proteins and a veggie and fruit tray. I like to have hardboiled eggs, chicken, steak, bacon ready. It makes us eat take out way less! I am trying to lower my triglycerides and cholesterol.

  • @peggiescraftcafe7117
    @peggiescraftcafe7117 Před rokem

    How well does the avocado saver work? I've tried a number of different gadgets without real good luck so far. tfs

  • @PaulaIsing-xw7ut
    @PaulaIsing-xw7ut Před rokem

    Which air fryer is this one?

  • @kaye6698
    @kaye6698 Před rokem +1

    This way of prepping needs to be talked about more. I would meal prep and get everyone to agree on the menu and then they change their mind literally next day.
    It’s more about prepping options and not whole meals 😅😅 maybe it works for some families but I for sure prefer the ingredient method. Thanks for the video :)

  • @SherydeWinter
    @SherydeWinter Před rokem

    The drier you can get your lettuce - the less it will brown. From experience. I eat it almost every day and sometimes I will literally blow with a hairdryer (on cold) on them to get them as dry as I can before boxing it and putting it in the fridge.

  • @vi9763
    @vi9763 Před rokem

    Where are the recipes for some of these. I get the ingredients but I'd like to know the amounts 😊

  • @wandamckinney381
    @wandamckinney381 Před rokem

    Do the fruits and veggies ever taste like vinegar when using vinegar to wash them?

  • @hannahkayee831
    @hannahkayee831 Před rokem

    My number #1 reason for meal prep is because I don't make the effort unfortunately. 🤦🏼‍♀️ well I guess I do because I ingredient prep especially for breakfast because no way am I making bacon at 5:30am every morning especially now working until 3 am lol & I always have hard boiled eggs, salad stuff, chicken cooked or at least canned chicken. My daughter recently started liking seafood so ive been making at although it makes my house stink 😂 but anything she will eat. Lunchables too for the win!!!!!!

  • @carmarasmussen8118
    @carmarasmussen8118 Před rokem

    Thanks for saying "boatload" and not "buttload"! I don't know how that ever became a thing. 😅

  • @withoutlimitsbudgets
    @withoutlimitsbudgets Před rokem

    Great meal prepping tips I do this myself all the time! You have never heard of the Mariana trench? We actually had two men and a submarine dive down to the bottom of the Mariana Mariana trench. It was fascinating to watch on CZcams. You might wanna look it up. It’s pretty interesting. The Mariana trench is the deepest point in the ocean 8:07 8:10 8:13 8:16

  • @cynrok
    @cynrok Před rokem

    lol i tried prepping bacon once but the whole pound was gone in an hour. never again!

  • @lisalandry4879
    @lisalandry4879 Před rokem

    What is the container the lettuce is in? Also the berries?

  • @kathleenkaufman6007
    @kathleenkaufman6007 Před rokem

    Jennifer! Taco seasoning on a strip steak? This old girl is shaking her head at you. Love your channel.

  • @tamara-dv9ms
    @tamara-dv9ms Před rokem

    I appreciate you keep your kids off your channel, respect their privacy and dont expose them. That being said Connor always makes me laugh, i also have a son and I think they will be best friends if they will ever meet. Thanks for sharing these ideas, they are always helpful.

  • @MR-ke1ln
    @MR-ke1ln Před rokem +1

    Wait you can freeze cooked rice?

    • @debiwillis9045
      @debiwillis9045 Před rokem

      Makes the best fried rice and makes it not spike blood sugar

    • @MR-ke1ln
      @MR-ke1ln Před rokem

      @@debiwillis9045 how do you warm it up? I won't get mushy and soggy?

    • @carolinepalmer6910
      @carolinepalmer6910 Před rokem

      @@MR-ke1ln I freeze our leftover rice and reheat in the microwave, not mushy or soggy at all.

    • @pianogirl36
      @pianogirl36 Před rokem

      I freeze cooked rice all the time, I reheat it with a cover, and a little water it warms up perfectly every time.

  • @kristenrpeters
    @kristenrpeters Před rokem +1

    Wait … the tallest thing in the world is … under water? 🤯

  • @lovingchange2761
    @lovingchange2761 Před rokem

    I store my romaine in mason jars and it last a lot longer

  • @mrs.n.7314
    @mrs.n.7314 Před rokem

  • @Notable2Nikki
    @Notable2Nikki Před rokem

    Me~ OMG WHY IS SHE TOSSING STEAK ON THE FLOOR?!?! 15 seconds later... 🤔💡🐶

  • @rachelferriter774
    @rachelferriter774 Před rokem

    ❤❤❤❤

  • @tonilund9871
    @tonilund9871 Před rokem +1

    Do you all eat the broccoli stalk? I never knew it was edible???🤯

    • @Notable2Nikki
      @Notable2Nikki Před rokem +1

      You can! You can also use it in stocks and broths. It has a ton of fiber.

    • @silviamagda
      @silviamagda Před rokem

      Yes. And the leaves as well. From cauliflower too.

    • @kimbridgman914
      @kimbridgman914 Před rokem

      I put mine in the food processor then use it In coleslaw.

    • @alice_rabbit8345
      @alice_rabbit8345 Před rokem +1

      I prefer the stalk over the flowers

  • @silverbeowulf5601
    @silverbeowulf5601 Před rokem

    Pink meat🤢🤮...im a crazy that can't.
    And yet I don't wash my produce much🤦‍♀️