My second tip on this :
PLANNING!
The best way to get it wrong is to look at the clock, say “oh shit”, and ferret around in the freezer / fridge / cupboad for something to slap on the table within half an hour where kids are concerned. Trust me, I’ve done it too many times!
There rarely is something properly nutritious and well balanced hanging around unless you
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planned for it
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Now I found this step incredibly difficult because it involves structure, and I am not a person who has a very structured life. But nevertheless, it is actually incredibly liberating, sitting here this morning, knowing that I have sausages and home made fishcakes both defrosting in the fridge, ready for lunch and supper today, with salmon steaks coming out later today for tomorrow’s supper.
Wednesday as yet is unplanned but before this morning is out, I will have the entire week’s eating plan created – mine included.
Why?
Because it takes ALL The stress out of meals for 7 days with a small amount of effort and focus now. It allows me to shop specifically therefore minimising waste, and having a plan for a “use it up” soup for Friday or Saturday means that whatever hasn’t been gobbled up becomes a deliciously nutricious and filling soup at the end of the week.
Try it. Try a week’s menu plan and see if your bills become lower, your supermarket / market experience becomes more focussed, and also that your own diet becomes healthier as you think about what you need to balance your food.
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