Holiday meals are a great time for connection and quality time with family and friends, but sometimes a big family meal can put a strain
First, a disclaimer: Even though I’m a dietitian, you won’t find me “healthifying” every single recipe. There are some favorites that I just won’t touch,
What’s your perception of a successful meal planner? Someone who plans out every single breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack with effortless precision? Maybe they’re also
I’m currently packing for my fourth multi-day backpacking trip in Wyoming’s Wind River Range. I’ve written before about how to use Plan to Eat for
“Before I used Plan to Eat, I was so overwhelmed! I was buried in cookbooks, web browsers, and recipe printouts, lost in grocery lists and
As meal planners, we try to be prepared and well-stocked each week. But one of the toughest things to plan perfectly is fresh produce. If
In March, I was honored to be interviewed by Authority Magazine for a series about reducing food waste. One of the key points we touched
A few years ago, I noticed that a tiny moth flew out every time I opened the pantry door. Then I found strange, cobweb-type webbing
You want to make the best choices at the grocery store that fit your meal plan and your budget. Trouble is, the words on food
So many New Year’s resolutions center around eating less food. Swearing off sugar. Cutting out carbs. Healthwise, the intentions are good. But the all-or-nothing approach
A lack of cooking skills is a barrier to meal planning for many people. And being able to cook homemade meals is a great goal
Meal planning doesn’t need to overwhelm you! Just like anything else, meal planning is a habit you can practice and get better at over time.
There are two kinds of people in the world, you either love leftovers or you hate eating the same thing twice. At my house, we’re
About a week ago, my friend and former co-worker, Riley, sent me an audio message (because audio messages > text messages) asking for some side
Vacation Meal Planning Has Its Benefits Do you meal plan when you go on vacation? To what extent? What does vacation meal planning really mean?
Meal Planning for Vacation – Freezer Tips! We all love trying to plan ahead and save a bit of money while on vacation. Meal planning
I started meal-prepping in college when brain space, time, and money were limited. It’s a habit I continue to apply in my weekly dinner process
Going to holiday parties and gatherings can be stressful if you have food allergies or restrictions. You might feel like a burden to the host
The holiday season is stressful. From hosting gatherings, and giving gifts, to figuring out what to eat every night, this time of the year is
Cooler temperatures mean a higher risk for seasonal illness. And when one person in a household gets sick, you can predict that everyone else will
A hefty grocery bill can mean we have less money to spend on other necessities. You’ve probably noticed your grocery bill adding up more and
This month of meal planning tips and giveaways has been fun! We hope you’ve hopped back on the meal planning wagon and started a new
It’s already the third week of August and we hope you’re gaining momentum with meal planning. Whenever we start (or restart) a habit, there are
It’s week two of reviving your meal planning routine with tips and giveaways! Last week’s advice was to organize your food storage to prepare for
Summer can be a season of inconsistency when it comes to meal planning. Between vacations, camping trips, and school being out our schedules aren’t always
You probably prefer things in life to be easier, less expensive, and less time consuming. Maybe you like to work smarter, not harder as well.
“I heard what I feel is one of the best pieces of parenting advice ever just a couple of weeks ago…I reserve the right to
How would you like to enhance the quality of your meals? How about with better flavors and better nutrition? What about fresh access right outside
Our customers have the best meal planning advice! We recently received an email from a customer that is too good not to share. Samantha highlights
My two older kids, Paul and Leah, have made dinner for our family of six about once a week for the last three years. They’ve
At Plan to Eat, we not only want to provide the most reliable and efficient meal planning software, but we also want to simplify your
Your garden is meant to be an oasis of life, but all the best gardeners have been taught through experience that a bountiful harvest doesn’t
I tend to get stuck on the idea that in order to have recipe variety in my meal plan, I need to plan recipes that
In an ideal world, we would always have unlimited energy and inspiration for creating meal plans, but sometimes, meal planning is just another item on
We know you’ve noticed the increase in food prices at the grocery store. And with prices rising across the board, it may feel like it’s
I have notes and reminders scribbled in every possible place from sticky notes on my desk to brainstorming flow charts tucked into my weekly planner.
Changing your habits isn’t just for New Years! You can decide to create a new habit any time of year. We are entering the second
This guest post is authored by Cody Hitchcock. Cody is a horticulturist by profession as well as an urban agriculture enthusiast invested in outreach and
This month, our goal is to help you get a robust recipe book! Whether you’re brand new to Plan to Eat, or have been a
This month, we want to help you get a robust recipe book! Whether you’re brand new to Plan to Eat, or have been a customer
It’s February and we are encouraging you to do a recipe roundup all month! Stay tuned each Monday in February for new recipe ideas. When
It’s that aggravating part of January, when our goals and resolutions start to fall off the rails. If we weren’t already struggling to keep everything
Rather watch than read? Check out our meal planning benefits video on Youtube! If you’re new to meal planning, you might be wondering what the
Enjoy a variety of posts from our Fall 2021 Baking Basics Challenge! We shared recipes and tips to improve your kitchen confidence and become a
While there are several reasons you may need to make a substitution while baking, food allergens are at the top of the list. Food allergies
I was blessed to be at a conference last weekend with the Founder and President of the Weston A. Price Foundation, Sally Fallon Morell. The
Bread baking has always seemed a tad bit intimidating to me. There is a lot of time involved and you never quite know how it’s
Have you ever been in the middle of a bake and realized that something just seemed way off? The dough tastes funny, the cookies spread
If you are new to baking, there are many baking terms that you will come across in recipes that may seem unfamiliar at first. Today
Have you ever planned a wholesome, delicious meal and then when it got to the table, half of your family didn’t want to eat it?
It’s summer time! Fire up that barbeque! Many of us have made the switch to grassfed (or pastured) meats for health reasons. Meat from animals
At least a few times every summer, my husband and I pack our backpacks and head into the wilderness for a few days. It’s probably
Every cook has one, or two or likely many more cooking blunders that left them embarrassed or boiling mad. We all have our shining moments
If you’re new to cooking homemade meals, you might be curious what tools you need in your kitchen. Do you need lots of fancy gadgets
Whether it’s saving money, saving time, or wasting less, we’re always thinking of ways to make grocery shopping more enjoyable! Below are four tips for
We’ve written before about how to use Plan to Eat to save money on groceries, but we know there’s only so much one app can
Time, time, time. None of us seem to have enough time. So many things to do, errands to run, people to care for, places to
Time is a finite resource and with a limited number of hours in each day, sometimes we just need dinner to be easy. We have
If you have been around for a little while, you know that I had my first baby last year. The transition to motherhood has been
If you meal plan with cookbooks, a calendar, and pen and paper, you might think it’s silly to say that meal planning can save you
Rather watch than read? Click here! Last year, the ever-present question of “what’s for dinner?” was more present than ever! With most restaurants closed or
Whether it’s saving money, saving time, or wasting less, we’re always looking for ways to make grocery shopping more enjoyable! Here are five tips for
Welcome to the fifth week of 2021 and the final week of our “Make it Fresh” series! We’re focused on keeping our meal plans interesting
Welcome to 2021! The New Year is an exciting time as we all focus on goals and resolutions. At Plan to Eat, we’re focused on
…Bringing Down the Toxic Load and Increasing Nutrient Values It’s that time of year again: holiday time! Happy Chanukah, Happy Winter Solstice, Merry Christmas, Happy
Holiday gatherings can be stressful. There’s grocery store runs, decorations, cleaning, food prep, and so much more. It can feel overwhelming to get everything done
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If you read my “How We Meal Plan” post, you know that my husband and I used to struggle with spending too much money at
Back to school in 2020 is looking different than years before. Whether your kids are participating online or in-person, their learning environment has changed. But
As part of our “How We Meal Plan” mini series, I’d like to tell you about how I use PTE for myself (see Riley’s post
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Recent Articles from the Blog If you are looking for motivation, tips & tricks, new recipes, and so much more — the Plan to Eat
We recently made an overhaul to the Menus feature to give you more flexibility and control over your saved Menus! We love Menus for grouping
When we grocery shop, it’s important to try to make the best choices for our health and our family’s health. It is why reading food
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Summer is right around the corner and when the weather gets hot, sometimes we would rather be outside playing, than figuring out what to eat!
Recent Articles from the Blog If you are looking for motivation, tips & tricks, new recipes, and so much more — the Plan to Eat
There is a book that is celebrating its 25th anniversary during these unprecedented times, All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten. It’s
Hi! Last month we walked through tons of tips for baking cakes. If you haven’t been able to check it out yet, you can take
At Plan to Eat, we believe that our physical and emotional health is directly tied to what we eat. Eating nutrient dense foods that cultivate
Recent Articles from the Blog If you are looking for motivation, tips & tricks, new recipes, and so much more — the Plan to Eat
Walk down any grocery aisle and it can feel like a gauntlet of misunderstood food labels – natural, organic, hormone free, and the list goes
Hi Friends! This month I thought I would walk you through some tips and tricks I have found to be helpful while baking cakes. We
Recent Articles from the Blog If you are looking for motivation, tips & tricks, new recipes, and so much more — the Plan to Eat
No one likes cleaning. Well, except for my mom and maybe a few other people. But for the most part, cleaning isn’t high up on
Macarons. These are such pretty and petite cookies that look so sophisticated and impressive! But let’s not forget the most important thing here… they are
Recent Articles from the Blog If you are looking for motivation, tips & tricks, new recipes, and so much more — the Plan to Eat
The lazy days of summer have come and gone. School is about to start and you’re ready. Well, kind of ready. Yes, you bought your
We’re often asked what’s the best way to share Plan to Eat with a partner or family member. It’s as simple as sharing your login
The asparagus is coming to an end. The last few morsels have been tenderly cooked and served; we soak up the last of the season’s
Easily importing recipes from the web is one of our favorite things about Plan to Eat. We want to make meal planning easier, and being able to
The weather is getting warmer and spring is on the horizon. It’s time to shed that winter coat and turn your face towards the sun!
When you love a song, you put it on repeat. It’s just so good; you want to keep listening to it. Eventually though, the infatuation
Are you using your pantry to help with meal planning and meal prep? If not, you should be! Instead of using your pantry as a
In this installment of Tips & Tricks, we want to show you the multiple ways that you can access your Shopping List. Once you have
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