Part 3: Make a Plan

A Case for MORE Time in the Kitchen

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While this section gives lots of tips for saving time, you may not want to speed through food preparation! Here are some reasons to allow extra time in your day or week for food preparation:

•  Making more recipes from scratch will give you more control over what is in your food. You can also experiment with more flavors.

•  Time in the kitchen can be a special time to connect with family and friends after a busy day or week. Turn the TV off and share tasks, like tossing a salad or setting the table.

•  Many traditions are based around food. Cook old recipes or prepare a meal with an older family member. Sharing stories around food preparation can help you feel connected to your heritage. You may even create new traditions for the next generation of cooks!

•  Cooking can be an enjoyable hobby. Searching for new recipes, getting creative with modifications, and sharing with others can help you manage stress and bring joy to your day.

Meal and Snack Ideas

Picky Eaters

Map Your Meal Plan

Write a Grocery List

Grocery Shop with Confidence

Grocery Shopping with Kids

Use Food Labels

A Changing Food Label

Ingredients List: What's in This?

Look Past Advertising

Sodium in Packaged Foods

Limit Artificial Sweeteners

Sweet Sips, a Healthier Way!

Master Food Prep

Keep Food Safe

Improve a Packaged Meal

A Case for More Time in the Kitchen

Eating at a Restaurant

Fast-Food Restaurants

Pack Travel Snacks

Air Travel

Avoid Drowsy Driving

Coffee and Tea

Sporting Events and Concerts

Drink Water

Limit Alcohol

Quit Smoking

Get Enough Sleep

Review and Prepare

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