Batch cooking is a game-changer for saving time in the kitchen, especially, when committed to eating healthy, whole-food, plant-based meals. Since we’re usually, preparing most of our food from scratch, the process, can be time-consuming. However, by incorporating a few strategic tips, we can streamline our efforts and make batch cooking even more efficient. With these simple tricks, you’ll be able to work smarter, not harder in the kitchen, and keep your healthy eating habits on track with ease.
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Cooking is at once child’s play and adult joy. And cooking done with care is an act of love.” ― Craig Claiborne.
Batch Prep Your Spices for Efficiency
Batch prepping spices for your most frequently made recipes can significantly cut down on your meal prep time. Instead of measuring out each spice every time you cook, you’ll have everything ready to go in minutes. Save your empty spice jars, remove the labels by soaking them, then wash and dry the jars thoroughly. Using a small funnel, fill 4-6 jars with the pre-measured spice blends for your favorite recipes, and be sure to label each jar. This simple step will make putting together meals faster and more convenient!
These work really well and wash off so easy!
Batch Prep Hummus for Convenience
Prepare double batches of hummus and portion it into freezer containers in individual servings or sizes that suit your needs. Hummus freezes beautifully and is perfect for packing in lunch boxes—plus, the frozen hummus doubles as an ice pack to keep your other food cool. It’s also ideal for travel since frozen hummus easily passes through TSA. For added versatility, you can dehydrate the hummus and blend it into a powder using a mini food processor. This powdered hummus is fantastic for camping, hiking, or travel; just reconstitute with water, and you’ve got instant hummus on the go!
These are perfect for individual servings of dips, sauces, and desserts for lunch boxes and travel.
Easy Fudgy Chocolate Mug Cake Mixes in Single Servings
These Easy Fudgy Chocolate Mug Cake mixes are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the hassle of baking a whole cake. They offer built-in portion control, so you can indulge without going overboard—you know what I mean! Prep 4 or more at once to save time and always have a quick dessert ready. Since they can be made in a microwave, they’re also ideal for travel, letting you enjoy a warm, delicious treat on the go. Easy, simple, and irresistibly delicious!
8 ounce glass jars are so handy for a variety of storage needs for the pantry or the fridge.
Batch Prep Oat Flour for Convenience and Savings
I frequently use oat flour in my gluten-free recipes, and it’s much more economical to grind rolled oats into flour using my Vitamix blender than to buy pre-made oat flour. Instead of grinding oats each time I need flour, I process a large batch at once. This not only saves time when I’m ready to bake, but also means I only have to clean the blender container once, while yielding multiple cups of flour in a single effort. It’s a simple trick that makes gluten-free baking even easier!
Homemade Mixes for Your Favorite Recipes
Save time and effort by preparing your own healthy mixes for muffins, cornbread, pancakes, waffles, granola, cookies, or cake—perfect for the recipes you make often. Not only will these ready-made mixes streamline your cooking, but they also make thoughtful gifts for family and friends who enjoy healthy eating. Simply measure out all the dry ingredients into storage jars or other suitable containers, and don’t forget to label them. If giving as a gift, include a tag with the required liquid ingredients and the baking or cooking instructions. With these mixes on hand, you’re freeing up valuable time in the kitchen for your future self!
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