Meal prep made easy

Hero Meals

The concept of "hero meals" plays a pivotal role in meal prepping strategies. Kevin Curry explains that these are substantial meals, like lasagna, that serve as the star of the week, providing multiple servings that can be enjoyed over several days 1. While they require a significant effort to prepare, they offer the convenience of having a ready-made meal that can be easily reheated. Marielle Segarra suggests starting slow with meal prepping by preparing a few ingredients that can be mixed and matched throughout the week, emphasizing the importance of choosing foods you enjoy 2.

It's a big lift. And it's also, like, the star. Like, ooh, look what I did. It's like, it's an actual meal that you're making.

--- Kevin Curry

Additionally, Curry advises against relying solely on hero meals to avoid burnout from eating the same dish repeatedly.

   

Mixing & Matching

Mixing and matching prepared ingredients is a creative way to keep meals interesting throughout the week. Kevin Curry shares his approach of cooking a variety of ingredients, such as chickpeas, chicken, greens, and grains, which can be combined in different ways to create diverse meals 3. By preparing these components in advance, he can quickly assemble meals like chicken with rice and greens or chickpeas with roasted veggies. This method not only saves time but also allows for flexibility in meal choices based on daily preferences.

I made about ten different meal combinations. Cause one day, I was like, you know what? I think I want chicken, rice, and greens.

--- Kevin Curry

Curry emphasizes the importance of using sauces to add variety and flavor, suggesting options like tahini or barbecue sauce to enhance the dishes.