Day 18: Advice to Begin Meal-Prepping Weekly as a College Student

Meal-prepping is the habit of cooking the food you’ll be having for the next week in one day.

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Fortunately, if you’re living in a house that has a kitchen, this becomes easier since in the majority of college dorms stoves are not allowed. Even when microwaves or rice cookers sometimes are the exceptions, this guide in specific is for students who have a kitchen available.

Essentials to Have

There are a bunch of basic utensils you need to make sure you have before starting to meal-prep.

This pertains to pans, mixing bowls, saucepans, mixing utensils but most importantly, at least three food containers since you’ll be packing all of your meals here. Although you shouldn’t invest excessively in your equipment, double check that you at least have two of the previous essentials handy.

Make your grocery shopping list perfect. Include a variety so you are able to prepare a different number of balanced meals. Don’t forget the garlics, seasoning, proteins, and oil.

Steps to Take

Pick a day of the week in which you’ll dedicate a good amount of time to cook.

Usually, Saturdays or Sundays are the most convenient because you don’t have to go to school. Then, grab a planner and start writing down what you’re going to eat for breakfast, lunch, and dinner from Monday through Friday, if any of these days you’re eating out just don’t write anything for it.

Prepare easy recipes by watching YouTube tutorials or asking a relative for help, with time and perseverance you’ll start making this a habit that can help you save money and stay healthy.