Meal Prep Monday Podcast™

Continuing with our miniseries on BJ Fogg's book, Tiny Habits, today's episode explains Fogg's behavioral model and how to apply it to creating a new habit (or breaking a bad habit!) Overview of the Fogg Behavioral Model: Fogg's formula is B = MAP B stands for behavior. M stands for motivation. A stands for ability. P stands for prompt. So Behavior = Motivation + Ability + Prompt How it relates to...

Are you interested in how to build healthy habits? This week's episode kicks off a Meal Prep Monday miniseries all about BJ Fogg's Tiny Habits approach to healthy habit formation. Prep Dish founder Allison Schaaf discusses how this approach is different from other methods you may have tried and why she loves it. Upcoming episodes will include a deep dive into how you can use the Tiny Habits approa...

Before we get to the show notes, don't forget to take advantage of our 2 week free trial to try out our brand new weekly Super Fast menus: prepdish.com/mpm Is Imperfect Foods worth it? In today's episode, Allison Schaaf shares her review of the food delivery service including which Imperfect Foods items she purchases regularly. She also discusses how she uses the service to compliment the Prep Dis...

Completing meal prep with a toddler around is no joke! In today's episode, mom and Prep Dish founder Allison Schaaf shares 3 items to keep toddlers busy during meal prep. Bonus - one of them is totally free! Learning Tower: This is especially great if you're doing something your toddler can be involved with. Provide some veggies to taste or safe kitchen tools like spoons and spatulas! Old Containe...

You've probably heard that buying in bulk can save you money, but it's hard to know what to buy in bulk. You can't stock up on everything! Today Allison shares the top three items she always buys in bulk to save money. Here they are! Spices: Buy bulk spices at Thrive Market: http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-8743240-13895805 ( < < Affiliate link) Find spice containers at the Container Store: https://ww...

Before we get to the show notes, don't miss Meal Prep Monday host Allison Schaaf's free live workshop on how to make meal prep faster. You can sign up here: prepdish.com/workshop Have you ever used freezer meals? In today's episode Allison talks about her experience with freezer meals after her second son was born last fall. She discusses which meals worked the best, which were family favorites an...

Before we get to the show notes, don't miss Meal Prep Monday host Allison Schaaf's free live workshop on how to make meal prep faster. You can sign up here: prepdish.com/workshop How's your kitchen looking these days? Do you have any kitchen maintenance tasks you need to take care of? In today's episode, Allison shares 3 kitchen maintenance tasks that make a huge difference in your day to day cook...

There's no doubt that wholesale stores like Costco offer great prices, but how do you work the items you buy into a healthy meal plan? Can Costco work with the Prep Dish meal plans? In today's episode, chef and RD Allison Schaaf shares details about her first trip to Costco, as well as her strategy for Costco Meal Prep. She shares her favorite items so far (listed below) as well as general Costco...

What do you do when you have a meal plan in place, but don't have time to actually do the meal prep? Today busy mom of 2 Allison Schaaf shares creative ways to outsource your meal prep. You don't have to do it all! While there are certainly lots of things you do to make meal prep faster, today's meal prep tips focus on who might be able to take a little bit of the work off of your plate. If you're...

Have you ever dreamed of hiring a personal chef? Host Allison Schaaf started working as a personal chef all the way back in high school and went on to run a successful personal chef business for over 10 years after college. In today's episode Allison shares the top 3 things you should consider when hiring a personal chef (or starting a personal chef business!) From pricing structure to culinary fo...

If anyone has experience with outsourcing meals, it's chef and RD Allison Schaaf. She started a successful personal chef business, used to work as a consultant for frozen meal companies and now runs the healthy meal planning service, Prep Dish. In this episode, Allison walks you through 5 options for outsourcing your meals. Whether you're thinking of trying a meal planning service, wondering if "h...

Do you love the idea of meal prep but simply don't have 3 hours to spend in the kitchen each week? Today, Prep Dish founder Allison Schaaf gives you a behind the scenes look at how the popular Prep Dish Super Fast menus are created. She shares 3 tips that can help you spend as little as one hour prepping meals for the whole week. If you're interested in trying out the Prep Dish super fast menus, m...

Meal Prep Monday was recently named the #1 Meal Planning Podcast to follow in 2021! https://blog.feedspot.com/meal_planning_podcasts/ Thanks so much to our loyal listeners and to everyone who has shared with a friend. In today's episode, Prep Dish founder Allison Schaaf shares how she manages meal prep even with two kids under two. Whether you have a newborn at home or are just in a really busy se...

Getting kids involved in the kitchen is one of the very best ways to encourage children to eat a variety of healthy foods. But where should you start? What types of tasks can young kids help with? In this episode, chef and mom of 2 Allison Schaaf, shares 3 practical tips for including kids in your weekly mealprep. From helping you craft the meal plan to learning early knife skills, your kids can b...

Whether you're completely new to mealprep or you got off track over the holidays, these 6 practices will help you meal prep consistently all year. Chef, RD and mom of 2 Allison Schaaf shares how she's kept meal prep up through different life stages and how you can be flexible, but still consistent. From having a solid grocery shopping system to taking the time to savor and reflect on the benefits...

Are you thinking of doing a January reset but aren't sure what to eat on Whole30? In today's episode chef and RD Allison Schaaf shares her Whole30 tips, as well as pros and cons of the program. She's completed Whole30 multiple times and will help you set yourself up for success. The best thing you can do to prepare for Whole30? Meal prep of course! Just as with any healthy eating program, planning...

In this last episode of 2020, chef, RD and mom of two Allison Schaaf guides you through a reflection on your meal planning and cooking experience this past year. Before making goals for 2021, it's important to reflect on what (if anything!) you'd like to change. Is your current grocery shopping method working for you or do you often find yourself running out of something mid-week? Are you satisfie...

Are you intimidated by cooking with wine? Can you even cook with wine if you're cooking for kids? In today's episode Prep Dish founder Allison Schaaf shares her favorite ways to cook with wine including a simple way to pair wine with dinner, what kind of wine she uses and what to avoid! Adding even a splash of wine to a simple dish can add so much depth of flavor and these tips will help you get t...

If you're looking for a festive seasonal dessert but want to keep it healthy and low in sugar, this episode is for you! Chef and RD Allison Schaaf shares ten ideas for winter fruit-based desserts, from simple grab and go after-lunch treats to fancier concoctions perfect for your holiday table. You don't have to choose between healthy and delicious so add one of these to next week's meal plan! Conn...

Do you have people visiting or staying with you this holiday season? Now is the time to plan the menu and prep ahead! Prepping ahead for guests makes their stay so much more enjoyable and stress-free. Get tips from Prep Dish founder Allison Schaaf on how to plan meals for guests, including accommodating dietary restrictions, and how to prep ahead to minimize your time in the kitchen once they arri...

Do you make your own salad dressings? If not, this is a must-listen! Store-bought salad dressings are often full of sugar, corn syrup, low quality oils and additives - not stuff you want to drizzle over your beautiful veggies! Chef, RD and Prep Dish founder Allison Schaaf shares 5 tips on how to make delicious homemade salad dressings. She also shares 4 of her go-to salad dressing recipes she make...

Chef, RD and Prep Dish founder Allison Schaaf shares 6 ways to add dates to your diet. Dates are specifically recommended if you're in your third trimester of pregnancy, but they're also a healthy way to add sweetness to foods without spiking your blood sugar, whether or not you're pregnant. Dates are a regular part of the Prep Dish meal plans for good reason! If you have a sweet tooth and want to...

Whether you're preparing your home for a new baby like host Allison Schaaf or you just want more peaceful mornings, a freezer stocked with healthy and tasty breakfast options can be a lifesaver! In today's episode, Allison walks you through 5 types of freezer-friendly breakfasts you can include in your meal prep. She talks about sweet and savory options, variations, and how to successfully freeze...

Today chef, RD, and Prep Dish founder Allison Schaaf shares the four biggest lessons she learned from culinary school. From strict hygiene practices to how to chop efficiently, these are the takeaways she still thinks about today. Whether you're considering going to culinary school or just want to improve your own home-chef skills, these tips shed light on what sets a trained chef apart and can he...

The holiday season brings so much joy and excitement, but it can also be stressful. In today's episode Prep Dish founder Allison Schaaf shares one way you can make the season less hectic - prep ahead holiday brunch ideas! With her 3 freezer-friendly brunch recipes and 3 recipes to prep ahead 1-2 days in advance, you can provide a delicious spread without getting stuck in the kitchen the whole time...