Gather recipe inspiration from cookbooks, websites, or family favorites, considering your dietary needs and preferences. Write down the main meals for each day, ensuring you include a variety of proteins, grains, fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats.
Shop Smart
Create a shopping list of all the ingredients you’ll need, and do any meal prep you can in advance, such as chopping vegetables or marinating meats. This makes meal preparation quicker and more convenient during busy weekdays.
Stay Flexible
Stick to your meal plan as closely as possible but be flexible to accommodate changes or unexpected events. Evaluate how the plan worked at the end of the week, noting any particularly successful recipes or necessary adjustments. This helps refine your meal planning process over time.