If you are looking to save money on your groceries, save time wondering what you are going to cook each night, and cut the stress out of producing hearty meals for the family, then meal planning is the way to go.
Why is Meal Planning so Important?
- Less waste. If you plan what you are eating throughout the week and write your grocery list accordingly, you are less likely to buy unnecessary items. This is especially important for perishables. You can also plan your meals around items in your pantry, so they are used before their expiry date.
- Saves money. This point links into the above. Only buying necessary items from your meal plan list will stop you wasting money on junk food and food items you don’t need.
- Healthier eating. Planning meals and knowing what you are going to cook each night will ensure you eat healthy meals and don’t just reach for the quick, unhealthy options or take out.
- Less stress. Knowing what you are cooking and when you are cooking it will ease the stress of cooking for yourself and/or family. It’s one less thing to worry about on busy days.
- Family on the same page. If you meal plan, you can create a menu to stick to the fridge. This will ensure the family knows what you have planned and stop the inevitable ‘what’s for dinner?’ questions. If you have a family who tend to eat different meals at different times, a set meal plan will ensure everyone eats together as a family.
Have I convinced you to meal plan? Yes? Good. Now you can check out my post on effective meal planning, to kick start your process with a bang.
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