Time Saving Tips

• Plan meals in advance
• Create a binder with menus and recipes organized by week, blank shopping lists, and pockets for coupons.
• Re-use your weekly menus
• Try creating a theme night link to page on theme nights
• Shop when stores are least busy – often early in the morning or later at night. 
• Consider using a company that allows you to order on-line and will deliver your groceries. 
• Post your meal plan on the fridge and have your cookbook open to the right recipe.
• Have the first person home start preparing the meal or setting the table.   
• Involve kids in the preparation.
  • Simple tasks for preschoolers include putting plates on the table, tossing the salad and folding napkins.
  • Older kids can pitch in even more by washing produce, mixing and stirring, chopping, and serving.
• Use leftovers later in the week or freeze them for future meals.
• Double a recipe and freeze half for another night.