41. Back to School Meal Prep Tips for Busy Families - from the archives

from Managing Mealtime Madness · host Sarah Schlichter, MPH, RDN

Back-to-school season can feel like a fresh start, and if meal planning has gone by the wayside over the summer, you’re not alone! In this fan-favorite episode, Sarah revisits her conversation with registered dietitian Beth Stark about getting back into a meal-planning routine without making it feel overwhelming. The goal? Progress over perfection and finding what works for your family.In this episode you’ll hear about:Batch cooking, leftovers, and reusing proteinsThe “capsule menu” approach to meal planningEasy, mix-and-match school lunch ideasGetting kids involved in meal planningIntroducing new foods alongside familiar favoritesRedefining meal prep and letting go of perfectionLinks & ResourcesBeth Stark Nutrition: BethStarkNutrition.comPA Beef Council: pabeef.orgHave a listener question or feedback? Send me a text!Support the showJoin the email list to get a list of easy popular family recipes and meal prep tips!Instagram | Blog Recipes

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