Plan Weekly Meals
45 minutesPick 4 base recipes, shared proteins, and rotating sauces for variety.
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Pick 4 base recipes, shared proteins, and rotating sauces for variety.
Multiply recipes by portion count; buy family-pack proteins.
Sheet-pan proteins, instant pot grains, and one-pot soups simultaneously.
Weigh portions into containers; label date; fridge 4 days, freeze rest.
Calculate total portions for the week.
Scale bulk recipes by weight. · Track weekly meal prep grocery spend.
Portion meals to calorie targets.
Set oven temps for sheet-pan batch roasting.
Safe storage times for batch cooked food.
| Food | Fridge | Freezer |
|---|---|---|
| Cooked poultry | 3-4 days | 2-6 months |
| Cooked rice | 3-4 days | 1 month |
| Soups/stews | 3-4 days | 2-3 months |
Roast chicken thighs once — tacos, bowls, and salads all week.
Stackable frozen bags save freezer space vs bulky containers.
Sauces separate keep textures fresh through the week.