Cooking for one can be challenging – it's easy to get stuck in a rut or end up with too many leftovers. What are your best tips for cooking delicious and healthy meals when it's just you, minimizing waste and maximizing flavor?
Repurposing ingredients is key! If I roast some chicken, I'll use half for dinner tonight and shred the rest for tacos or a salad tomorrow. Buy smaller quantities of fresh produce or opt for frozen.
Embrace single-serving recipes! There are tons of blogs and cookbooks dedicated to just one or two portions. Also, master a few versatile base components like cooked quinoa or roasted veggies.
The freezer is your best friend. If you make a batch of soup or chili, portion it out and freeze it. Instant healthy meals for future busy nights!
Herbs and spices are essential to keep things interesting without adding too many ingredients. Small containers of fresh herbs or a good selection of dried spices make a huge difference.
Freezing individual portions is such a clever idea, QuickPrepMom! And FreshFork, you're right, versatile bases are key. Any specific favorite "cooking for one" recipes?
A quick sheet pan meal works wonders for one! Just scale down the ingredients. Or a loaded omelet – perfect for using up small amounts of leftover veggies and protein.