How do I Choose Meal Plans?
Choosing a meal plan can sometimes be a challenge. This is especially true if you have some fussy family members. If someone in your family is vegetarian, diabetic or has any allergies this can also complicate meal planning. Nutrition and balanced meals are important factors in choosing the best meal plans. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Make an inventory of what everyone likes. You could even ask for some of their input and ideas.This way all your family members will enjoy the planned meals. Write down their likes and dislikes, as well as any special needs.
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Plan a one-week menu. Ideally, main dish meals should be first since these take the longest to plan and prepare. Pick out the meat you will be using for the main dish, and then build around this with a side vegetable, and some potatoes or salad. You could also follow a nutritious guideline if you want to make sure of the nutrition value. If you know you will have leftovers, you can plan to use the leftovers for the next day's meals.
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Make and print a menu and place it on your fridge with magnets. You could use a computer or write it on a calendar. Then your family can look forward to see what they are having the next day.
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Make a grocery list to ensure you will have all the ingredients on hand. Follow the menu along with the recipe.
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Tips & Warnings
Plan your menu according to what is on sale.
Cook ahead of time to save time
Plan to have quick meals for busier nights.
One night a week you could have a cultural evening and prepare foods from different parts of the world.
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