My Meal Prep Process: Simple and Delicious Meals for a Week

🔗Containers: amzn.to/3P5XA19

[@Beeplabeep]

The red sauce looks bomb. I love packing sauces with chunky veggies. Loved all of the shorts so far for inspiration in my own meal prep.

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you, Kylee! It’s so fun to share! What types of veggies do you like to add!? 🤩

[@emikochidori]

The fact that you take the time and effort to thank & answer each comment is so wholesome! I could not eat the same meals the whole week but these are definitely good inspo for recipes, thanks for sharing!

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a kind comment! It’s so important to me to build community and I am so grateful for the support I’ve received on KZbin. 🤗 Im glad you’re taking away some recipe inspiration and I completely understand that eating the same meals isn’t for everyone 😆

[@terriarheghan3676]

Nice and I’m a fan of the glass containers as well!👍🏽❤️

[@lovelybylisa]

Right!? They are a game changer! 😂

[@Jkaur77]

Hi where did you get them from?

[@terriarheghan3676]

@@Jkaur77 I got mine on Amazon!👍🏽❤️

[@iambread3276]

I’m also practicing meal prepping and it is so convenient

[@lovelybylisa]

Yay! So happy to hear that you are also meal prepping 😊💪🤩

[@darshinip7010]

please do a video about storing and reheating your meals

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you so much for your comment and video suggestion! I will definitely do a video about this 👍😄

[@shanellecheng]

Wanted to find out about this too!

[@yusufiliz]

@@lovelybylisa did u make the video?

[@lovelybylisa]

@@yusufiliz oh my goodness, I forgot! My apologies, I have a running list now so I won't forget !! Thanks for following up 🤗

[@yusufiliz]

@@lovelybylisa ofc but please can you tag me i really need that video

[@Jessicamvflorida]

Love it. Short and to the point. Not boring. Hopefully a similar a bit longer video with recipes etc is on its way :)

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you so much for your kind comment and yess! It definitely is in the works! Haha I’m doing my best 😅

[@sprinkIes]

I need to start meal prepping, I never same myself enough time to make healthy meals! Thanks for the video, these look yummy

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you! The beginning is always the hardest! Once you get into the rhythm it feels like less of a burden. I always recommend starting small and building from there! :)

[@PirateOfTheNorth]

If only my freezer was big enough 😂

[@lovelybylisa]

Thanks so much for the comment! This resonates with me deeply! In my last apartment I had a "half-size" fridge/freezer and I got so good at playing freezer tetris 😂 Hoping you have a bigger freezer soon 💕

[@annettegarcia789]

Looks very Healthy Thanks for sharing 😍

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you so much for your kind comment, Annette! I enjoy sharing my process! Cooking this way has changed my life! 🥰

[@silviamagda]

Everything looks delicious!

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you so much for your kind comment! I sincerely appreciate it 😊

[@ranganathan223]

💯

[@lovelybylisa]

Thanks so much for the comment and support 😊

[@kermit5091]

Will try these!! 😍

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you, thank you! Let me know what you think!

[@hoomanbeing4918]

God bless you for keeping dumplings in the meal.. Looks so good

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you so much for the comment and your kind compliment! 🫶 I love cooking a variety of foods!

[@drklstyk]

Please give recipes along side your videos 🎉😊 especially for that sauce, looks great. Can you share thr base for the red sauce and spices please?

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you so much for your kind comment and question! 🥰The sauce was so delicious, and I need to have a better practice of writing down what I make. I don’t follow recipes, I only follow my heart 😆 For the sauce, I started with onions and garlic then I sautéed ground turkey, then added fresh tomatoes, diced, canned tomatoes, tomato paste, water. And I simmered it for a few hours! Then frozen veggies and some ricotta cheese. Next time I make it, I promise I’ll add a recipe 😂💗

[@drklstyk]

@@lovelybylisa thank you! You are a star ✨!

[@lovelybylisa]

@@drklstyk You're so sweet! Thank you 🥰

[@shaquanawilson2930]

I need to start a meal prepping

[@lovelybylisa]

Thanks for your comment! You have my full support! What’s getting in your way from starting!? 🥰

[@lizwardle5463]

Great

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you so much ☺️🥰

[@Krusty_krab_pizza]

I just almost cried over this

[@lovelybylisa]

Hey, thanks for the comment! What’s causing you to cry?!

[@TallTalesTv824]

Those things are wontons❤❤😊😊

[@lovelybylisa]

Thanks for the comment! 🤗 The package says “gyoza” but I’m not entirely sure what the difference is between gyoza and a wonton 😅

[@Fairygroveyt]

red sauce recipe? Please! It looks so good!!

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you so much for your comment and compliment! I will definitely share a recipe video for this ! 🤗

[@rheyadel17]

Hi. Are these actual food you guys eat for a week? How do you keep these to ensure they're still good after a few days? Really wanna know as I will start doing this when work starts

[@lovelybylisa]

Hi there! Thanks for your comment and questions! Yes, these are meals my husband and I eat for a week! We keep them in a cold refrigerator and also utilize our freezer for storage, too! I’m happy to answer any questions you may have once you’ll start work, like you mentioned 😊

[@rheyadel17]

@@lovelybylisa really worried about the rice part.

[@lovelybylisa]

@@rheyadel17 got it! Which part? The rice going bad ?

[@rheyadel17]

@@lovelybylisa yeah. Should i freeze them? Or very low temp fridge will do?

[@lovelybylisa]

@@rheyadel17 I think if you’ll be eating them within 3-4 days, a cold fridge will do! But if you’re worried about it at all, stick with the freezer 🥶

[@iambread3276]

Wow😍amazing

[@lovelybylisa]

Oh my goodness, thank you so much for your kind comment!! 🤗

[@alexayounginsong2641]

Where did you get the glass container? May I have that link?

[@lovelybylisa]

Thanks for the comment ! Linked here for you: Meal Prep Containers- one compartment amzn.to/3SUXv1J Meal Prep Containers- two compartment amzn.to/3qKiCde

[@georgerepovz352]

Where can I get those specific glass containers with the divider?

[@lovelybylisa]

Hi George! Thanks for your question - I bought them here and they’ve been fantastic over the last several years. 😊amzn.to/3N1zzHJ

[@ih_yt]

What is the optimal temperature in the refrigerator for storing prepared vegetables? Doesn't food spoil in 3-4 days if you store cooked vegetables with rice or pasta?

[@lovelybylisa]

Hello and welcome to my channel! 🥰 Thank you so much for your comment and question! Safe food storage to protect against bacteria has so much to do with the temperature food is stored at and the water content of the food itself. The USA FDA recommendation is below 40* F. I personally like to keep my refrigerator colder, and I have it set to 34-36* F, and I don't recommend storing meal prep for more than 4 days at that temp. Freezing prepared food gives it a lot longer life and mitigates the risk of spoiling/bacteria. Adding a link here for food storage tips, too! www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/are-you-storing-food-safely

[@lalitharamesh5701]

Hey the meals look lovely.. but I'm just wondering will you not get bored from eating the same meal daily??? Sorry I'm just curious.. I wanted to try as well.. That's why this question.. 😊

[@lovelybylisa]

Hi! Thank you so much for your comment and question ! I get asked this question a lot and honestly it doesn’t phase me. The benefits of having something ready, not cooking/cleaning everyday, saving money, etc outweigh the monotony! Plus, I change it up drastically week to week 🤗

[@Justdawn1212]

What containers are these??? I need them

[@lovelybylisa]

I bought them on Amazon! And I’ve used them for several years. They can go in the oven, microwave, freezer, dishwasher 🤩! 🔗Containers: amzn.to/3P5XA19

[@inasaleha]

Does all the meals still good at the end off the week? I think i will try to start doing meal prep but im affraid about that. Thank you.

[@lovelybylisa]

This is a great question! The temperature you store the meals at affects the quality of the food. I keep my meals in a very cold fridge (36*F) so that helps. If you are worried about food safety, you can store the later meals in the freezer. Hope that helps!

[@ruffaeliza]

Do you microwave the meals after storing in fridge?

[@lovelybylisa]

@@ruffaeliza Hi Ruffa Eliza! Thanks for your comment! Yes, we reheat them in the microwave but we have also used our stove to reheat, too. These glass containers can withstand the oven/microwave/freezer 👍

[@itzreny1197]

Omg i need to see how you make the veggies

[@lovelybylisa]

Thanks for the comment 🤗 Yesss, I’ll keep that in mind the next time I make this!! I’ve started filming more of my process in the long format videos, too!

[@itzreny1197]

@@lovelybylisa thank you! You are so sweet ❤️

[@lovelybylisa]

@@itzreny1197 so kind! Thank you!! Happy you’re here 🫶

[@emew1883]

I'd like to know the recipe of the ones on the rice!

[@lovelybylisa]

Thanks for the comment! I don't really post recipes, but I will keep that in mind for the future!! :)

[@gayareeepany268]

Very nice 🙂

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you!! 😊

[@r.e.a.d.6727]

Hoe many days do they lst on your fridge? Isn't it wrong to have rice on the fridge for so many days? Doesn't your oatmeal taste weird after day three?

[@lovelybylisa]

Hi! Thanks so much for your comment and questions! 🤗I like to keep my refrigerator cooler and have it set between 34-36* F, and I don't recommend storing meal prep for more than 4 days at that temp. After day 4, freezing is a great option for prepared food. It gives it a longer life and mitigates the risk of spoiling/bacteria. Safe food storage to protect against bacteria has several components ~the temperature food is stored at and the water content of the food itself. The USA FDA recommendation is below 40* F. Adding a link here for food storage tips, too! www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/are-you-storing-food-safely I think the oatmeal tastes completely fine after day 3. It's always a bit mushy and it tastes great that way, IMO!

[@ErisstheGoddessofmanhwas]

This looks so nice and yummy but can you make like 2 different meals for a week. I mean i don't like eating the same food for 7 days so it would be cool to eat 4 days different food and 3 something else .

[@lovelybylisa]

Hi! Thanks for the comment and question! You can absolutely make different meals but do it like this. You call the shots 😜 I don’t mind eating like this because mostly I don’t want to try and think of another thing to eat, cook and clean up 😂 but you do you!

[@sarahsyakirah9277]

Hi, do u freeze this or this glass containers can only chill in fridge?

[@lovelybylisa]

Hi! Thank you so much for your comment and question! I put my containers directly into the fridge or freezer! These ones are wonderful and can go into the refrigerator, freezer, dishwasher and oven!! 😆

[@bhorgeeiglecias3264]

How do you store those meals in the fridge? Do you freeze it or just storing it in the fridge to keep it cold?

[@lovelybylisa]

Hi!! 😊 Thank you so much for your comment and question! I do both! 😝 Safe food storage to protect against bacteria has to do with the temperature food is stored at and the water content of the food itself. The USFDA recommendation is below 40* F. I personally like to keep my refrigerator colder, and I have it set to 34-36* F, and I don't recommend storing meal prep for more than 4 days at that temp. Freezing prepared food gives it a lot longer life and mitigates the risk of spoiling/bacteria. Adding a link here for food storage tips, too! www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/are-you-storing-food-safely

[@saraalrashed9441]

Do you freeze it? Or place it in the fridge?

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you so much for your comment and question! 🤗 I usually prep 5 days at a time. I store days 1-3 in the fridge (I keep my fridge set to 34-36° F) and days 4-5 in the freezer (I keep my freezer at -2°F). Safe food storage to mitigate bacterial growth is multifaceted ~ the length of time the food sits out to cool after cooking, the storage temperature of the food and the water content of the food itself. Freezing prepared food gives it a longer life and mitigates the risk of spoiling/bacteria. The USDA had a giant chart on their website and the general recommendation is below 40° F for refrigerated foods. I like to keep my refrigerator colder, and I have it set to 34-36° F, and I don't recommend refrigerating meal prep for more than 4 days at that temp, after that I recommend freezing! Adding a link here for additional food storage tips! www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/are-you-storing-food-safely

[@elladungca3192]

Can I ask what brand of glass container you’re using? 😊

[@lovelybylisa]

Absolutely! Linked here! I’ve had these for years now. 😊 Meal Prep Containers- one compartment amzn.to/3SUXv1J Meal Prep Containers- two compartment amzn.to/3qKiCde

[@rodo6167]

You are so pretty and diligent

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you!

[@TheAcademicDove]

How do you keep the rice moist? Ive tried putting fresh white rice in a thermos and come lunch time they were literally rock hard??

[@lovelybylisa]

Hi! Thank you so much for your comment and question - this is a good one! I've not used a thermos, I always reheat it, and it softens again. When you eat it out of the thermos is it still warm? 😊

[@jorlshui231]

can they last for a week in the fridge?or you kept them at freezer?

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you so much for your comment and question! Safe food storage to mitigate bacterial growth is multifaceted ~ the length of time the food sits out to cool after cooking, the storage temperature of the food and the water content of the food itself. Freezing prepared food gives it a longer life and mitigates the risk of spoiling/bacteria. The USA FDA recommendation is below 40* F. I like to keep my refrigerator colder, and I have it set to 34-36* F, and I don't recommend refrigerating meal prep for more than 4 days at that temp, after that I recommend freezing!
 Adding a link here for food storage tips, too! www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/are-you-storing-food-safely

[@traceyannsummers9819]

Do you eat the same thing all week?

[@lovelybylisa]

Thanks for your question and the comment! 🤗 Yes! I change it up week to week so it doesn’t feel boring or monotonous. The convenience of having something healthy and nutritious ready is more important to me than variety on a day to day basis.

[@waqaas08]

Do you freeze these and heat on the day or keep in fridge ?

[@lovelybylisa]

Thanks so much for the comment! I usually prep 5 days at a time. I store days 1-3 in the fridge (I keep my fridge set to 34-36° F) and days 4-5 in the freezer (I keep my freezer at -2°F). 😊 I’ll reheat them the day of. Adding a link to my video of how I reheat my meal prep: kzbin.infoQLfQPQtqJaA?si=s7hC3oHn-4_8Nlcr

[@MissionTapasya]

do we refrigerate this meals or freeze them,if we have save it for a week

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you so much for your comment and question! I personally like to keep my refrigerator colder, and I have it set to 34-36* F, and I don't recommend storing meal prep for more than 4 days at that temp. Freezing prepared food gives it a longer life and mitigates the risk of spoiling/bacteria. Safe food storage to protect against bacteria has several components ~the temperature food is stored at and the water content of the food itself. The USA FDA recommendation is below 40* F. Adding a link here for food storage tips, too! www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/are-you-storing-food-safely

[@b2nka]

It is great routine but I have a question: Why doesn't the food go bad by the end of the week? I fell like it would spoil on 5th day in a fridge...

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you so much for your comment and question! Safe food storage to mitigate bacterial growth is multifaceted ~ the length of time the food sits out to cool after cooking, the storage temperature of the food and the water content of the food itself. Freezing prepared food gives it a longer life and mitigates the risk of spoiling/bacteria. The USA FDA recommendation is below 40* F. I like to keep my refrigerator colder, and I have it set to 34-36* F, and I don't recommend refrigerating meal prep for more than 4 days at that temp, after that I recommend freezing!
 Adding a link here for additional food storage tips, too! www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/are-you-storing-food-safely

[@b2nka]

@@lovelybylisa OMG, thank you for the answer, it's super helpful! Wish you the best of everything!

[@lovelybylisa]

@@b2nka You're welcome! I always reply to comments and like to give a thorough answer! I'm so glad it was helpful. Wishing the best for you, too! 😊

[@rupshachaudhuri2506]

How many lunch boxes do you have at your home???😮😮😮

[@lovelybylisa]

HAHA I have so many! It's nice to have some backups, because I've dropped one or two before. 😩

[@undefinednull5749]

​@@lovelybylisadid you consider taping the outside of glass containers with strong transparent tape so that if they are dropped thekr structure is preserved?? Plastic is never healthy

[@lovelybylisa]

@@undefinednull5749 hello! Thank you for your comment and input! I don’t drop them very often, although I’ve not probably jinxed myself 😅 haha

[@vensing-main9712]

How do u store it? Will it goes bad?

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you so much for your comment and question! Safe food storage to mitigate bacterial growth is multifaceted ~ the length of time the food sits out to cool after cooking, the storage temperature of the food and the water content of the food itself. Freezing prepared food gives it a longer life and mitigates the risk of spoiling/bacteria. The USDA had a giant chart on their website and the general recommendation is below 40° F for refrigerated foods. I like to keep my refrigerator colder, and I have it set to 34-36° F, and I don't recommend refrigerating meal prep for more than 4 days at that temp, after that I recommend freezing! I usually prep 5 days at a time. I store days 1-3 in the fridge (I keep my fridge set to 34-36° F) and days 4-5 in the freezer (I keep my freezer at -2°F).
 Adding a link here for additional food storage tips! www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/are-you-storing-food-safely

[@aairdiary]

do you store them in the freezer ?

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you so much for your comment and question! Safe food storage to mitigate bacterial growth is multifaceted ~ the length of time the food sits out to cool after cooking, the storage temperature of the food and the water content of the food itself. Freezing prepared food gives it a longer life and mitigates the risk of spoiling/bacteria. The USDA has a giant chart on their website and the general recommendation is below 40°F for refrigerated foods. I like to keep my refrigerator colder, and I have it set to 34-36° F, and I don't recommend refrigerating meal prep for more than 4 days at that temp, after that I recommend freezing!
 Adding a link here for additional food storage tips! www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/are-you-storing-food-safely I usually prep 5 days at a time. I store days 1-3 in the fridge (I keep my fridge set to 34-36° F) and days 4-5 in the freezer (I keep my freezer at -2°F).

[@tamelamecum7511]

Are you meal prepping for a small family or a large family and is it a pain to wash all of those meal prep containers that you’re storing the food in?

[@lovelybylisa]

Hi, thanks so much for the comment and questions! This is for myself and my husband (we're both very active New Yorkers) for a week! And the divided containers are harder to wash than the non-divided ones, but absolutely worth it, imo!

[@maritzacheng1806]

Hi! I have a question, I want to start meal prep because of college, I'm very worried since the fridge I have doesn't keep the food as cold as possible, if I keep it on a freezer, can I microwave and is ready to eat? Or do I need to stove it again

[@lovelybylisa]

Hi! Thank you so much for your comment and welcome to my channel! I'm so excited you are interested in meal prepping during college! If you use your freezer, you can count on your meals staying fresh and you can definitely use the microwave to reheat (just takes a little longer)! Please let me know if you have any other questions! 🥰

[@maritzacheng1806]

Thank you so much Lisa, I will ask more when I have a problem, take care!!@@lovelybylisa

[@lovelybylisa]

@@maritzacheng1806 So happy to help! Yes, please ask anything, anytime! ☺

[@casanostra9278]

Can these be in the fridge or do we have to put them in the freezer ? Just curious?

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you so much for your comment and question! ☺Safe food storage to mitigate bacterial growth is multifaceted ~ the length of time the food sits out to cool after cooking, the storage temperature of the food and the water content of the food itself. Freezing prepared food gives it a longer life and mitigates the risk of spoiling/bacteria. The USDA had a giant chart on their website and the general recommendation is below 40° F for refrigerated foods. I like to keep my refrigerator colder, and I have it set to 34-36° F, and I don't recommend refrigerating meal prep for more than 4 days at that temp, after that I recommend freezing! I usually prep 5 days at a time. I store days 1-3 in the fridge (I keep my fridge set to 34-36° F) and days 4-5 in the freezer (I keep my freezer at -2°F).
 Adding a link here for additional food storage tips! www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/are-you-storing-food-safely

[@user-ul1sx1ho4b]

Are those containers glass? Where do you buy all those containers?

[@lovelybylisa]

Hi! Thank you so much for your comment and question!! Yes they are glass, and I’ve had them for years now. They can go directly into the oven, microwave, dishwasher and freezer. Truly a game changer! Linking here ! Meal Prep Containers- one compartment amzn.to/3SUXv1J Meal Prep Containers- two compartment amzn.to/3qKiCde

[@chameleon25]

I’m pretty bad about being late. Luckily my boss doesn’t really care as long as it’s not over 30 mins and if it is to let him know I’m running late in that case. I’m so glad cause other departments here are real sticklers about it. I still try to be on time just so if management ever changes they don’t see so many late-ins but it’s tough for me.

[@lovelybylisa]

Hey thanks for your comment!

[@chameleon25]

@@lovelybylisa wait I left this comment on a different video.. weird. This isn’t the first time it’s happened either. I think it’s cause I clicked on the reel between the other vid? Anyway I really did love this reel!!

[@lovelybylisa]

@@chameleon25oh I’ve never experienced that myself! I wonder what happened! Haha thank you and thanks for your support 🤗🤩

[@diamondstarr25]

I need the baby corn/edamame recipe ❤️❤️Pretty Please 🙏🏾 Looks delicious 😋

[@lovelybylisa]

Hi B’Nic! Thanks for your comment and welcome! I didn’t write this recipe down, but I’ll keep this in mind for the future! I’m sure I can recreate it and will share with you when I do 😄👍

[@diamondstarr25]

Thank you so much. Keep cookin Sis 🥘

[@lovelybylisa]

@@diamondstarr25 So sorry for my delayed response! I dk how I missed this one! Thank you so much 🥰🤗

[@Zaynura112]

Where did you get your containers from

[@lovelybylisa]

Thanks so much for the comment and question! Happy to share the link to the containers- they’re the best! Meal Prep Containers- two compartment amzn.to/3qKiCde

[@aislinn1991_]

Be better with brown rice, healtheir option. Well done for the meal prep 😊

[@lovelybylisa]

hi! Thank you so much for your comment! I wish my husband liked brown rice, but he despises it! Haha White rice is still a great option, since healthy is really a individualized definition!

[@OwenMc1992]

@@lovelybylisa "since healthy is really a individualized definition!" This is why you're fat.....

[@ericalreeves]

Where do you get the containers?

[@lovelybylisa]

Hi Erica! Thanks for your comment and question. I got mine from Amazon and I’ve had them for several years now! amzn.to/3SUXv1J

[@faridnajib7141]

how many liters is the cups

[@lovelybylisa]

Thanks for the comment and question! They’re 29 fl oz and that converts to .85 L. Hope that helps!

[@MHKCOM-ui4qd]

Does this stay fresh for such long?😊

[@lovelybylisa]

Hi! Thank you for your question and comment! The freshness depends on the temperature it’s stored at! Also highly recommend freezing if you’re cooking way in advance 😊

[@sisulfahanwar120]

How long that meal can last in the fridge ?

[@lovelybylisa]

Hi ! Welcome to my channel and thank your for your comment + question! This will last up to 5 days in the refrigerator (temp below 36*F) or several months in the freezer. It mostly has to do with the temperature it’s stored at 🥶

[@karishmascreativemehndi]

Insted of this u can hire made to prepare lunch n dinner

[@lovelybylisa]

Thanks for the comment! That’s true, but that can be very expensive for some people, or they want more control over what they’re eating and how their food is prepared!

[@mlp-violet-star]

How do you avoid soggage?

[@lovelybylisa]

Thanks so much for a great question !! I usually prep 5 days at a time. I store days 1-3 in the fridge (I keep my fridge set to 34-36° F) and days 4-5 in the freezer (I keep my freezer at -2°F)! This helps a ton in keeping things from getting soggy!

[@Amandaxo18]

How do you keep them from going stale ?

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you so much for your comment and question! I personally like to keep my refrigerator colder, and I have it set to 34-36* F, and I don't recommend storing meal prep for more than 4 days at that temp. Freezing prepared food gives it a longer life and mitigates the risk of spoiling/bacteria. Safe food storage to protect against bacteria has several components ~the temperature food is stored at and the water content of the food itself. The USA FDA recommendation is below 40* F. Adding a link here for food storage tips, too! www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/are-you-storing-food-safely

[@user-dj8ne7qx2x]

다회용 용기 칭찬해요♡

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you so much for your comment. I don't speak Korean, unfortunately, but Google translate helped! 감사합니다 Thank you!

[@marygarcia4070]

Prepping good but to eat the same meals everyday it's kind of boring.

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you so much for your comment! 😆 I am completely unfazed by the same meal in a row. I change it up so much week to week that I don’t notice it 😋

[@moeoverthere3640]

The sauce with veggies looks so good, thanks for sharing! Did you have a recipe video out? May have missed it.

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you so much for the kind comment and compliment!! 🥰 I haven’t shared a recipe for it but I will soon! I’ll keep you posted when I do 😎

[@moeoverthere3640]

@@lovelybylisa thanks so much! Your texture and flavor variety is so creative!! Can’t want to try, this will make the work week way easier! Thanks so much for sharing

[@lovelybylisa]

@@moeoverthere3640 thank you so much!!🤗 I challenge myself for varied meals week to week, which makes this fun! 😂

[@moeoverthere3640]

@@lovelybylisa did you have a link for store for the sectioned glass containers? Haven’t been able to find yet. Thanks!

[@lovelybylisa]

@@moeoverthere3640linked here 😊 amzn.to/3qKiCde

[@yintotheyang6433]

Are they glass Pyrex dishes or plastic?

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you for your comment! They are glass with a plastic lid! 😊 The glass can go directly in the oven and both components can go in the freezer and dishwasher !

[@lovelybylisa]

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[@yintotheyang6433]

@@lovelybylisa thanks!

[@lovelybylisa]

@@yintotheyang6433 happy to help! Let me know if I can help with anything else!

[@mansipathak620]

How do you store them.

[@lovelybylisa]

Hi! Thanks so much for your comment and question! 🤗I usually store them all in my very cold fridge (34-36*F) or half of the week (days 4,5,6) in the freezer 😊

[@mariela2160]

😋👍🇨🇱

[@lovelybylisa]

Muchas gracias ☺️

[@victoriabill9257]

Rice is actually dangerous to use after 24 hours after being cooked. Look into it, I hope you find a great substitute.

[@lovelybylisa]

Hi Victoria! Thanks for the comment. I believe what you are describing is related to the improper storage of cooked rice- bacillus cereus or "fried rice syndrome". The possibility of this bacteria is not only present in cooked rice, but also uncooked rice and it's severity depends on the storage conditions once cooked (and this applies to many starches, not just rice)! I have a Master's Degree in Public Health Nutrition so I understand your concern, and I also don't believe in fear mongering. From author Leong et. al., "The outcome of B. cereus illness varies dramatically depending on the pathogenic strain encounter and the host's immune system. B. cereus causes a self-limiting, diarrheal illness caused by heat-resistant enterotoxin proteins, and an emetic illness caused by the deadly toxin named cereulide. " Safe food storage to mitigate bacterial growth is multifaceted ~ the length of time the food sits out to cool after cooking, the storage temperature of the food and the water content of the food itself. Freezing prepared food gives it a longer life and mitigates the risk of spoiling/bacteria. The USDA had a giant chart on their website and the general recommendation is below 40° F for refrigerated foods. I like to keep my refrigerator colder, and I have it set to 34-36° F, and I don't recommend refrigerating meal prep for more than 3-4 days at that temp, after that I recommend freezing!
 Adding links here for additional food storage tips and context. www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/are-you-storing-food-safely www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0882401023004515?via%3Dihub www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2130471/

[@pookpook3891]

Hey in many Asians African and Carribbean culture we do eat rice that has been cooked 24h ago. There are recipes dedicated to that. If it's stored properly it's fine :)

[@VictoriaLepantoFatima]

Do you freeze or refrigerate these meals?

[@lovelybylisa]

Hi! Thank you so much for your comment and question!! I do a mix of both! Days 1-4 in the fridge (keep it at around 34-35*F) and the other days in the freezer 😄

[@VictoriaLepantoFatima]

@@lovelybylisa awesome thank you very much I really appreciate.

[@lovelybylisa]

@@VictoriaLepantoFatima happy to help!! 😁

[@ethancooper1056]

How do you store your empty containers?

[@lovelybylisa]

Hi! Thank you so much for your question and comment! I wish I could video reply to this question! I’ll post a video but I stack them up in a big cabinet 🤪

[@ethancooper1056]

@@lovelybylisa Oooh, really looking forward to that! That's been my biggest problem with meal prep, keeping all my containers straight

[@lovelybylisa]

@@ethancooper1056 haha I completely understand that! I’ve got mine organized very specifically or I would lose my mind 🤪😂

[@emilyrogos1164]

how i wish can do this but I cant eat the same meal over the time :(

[@lovelybylisa]

Hi! Thank you for your comment. In my experience, once people start cooking this way, they can make it feel less repetitive. Maybe they cook 6 different types of meals for the week and freeze some extras?! For me, I don’t mind the same day to day because I’m changing it up drastically week to week, (so I wouldn’t make anything with similar flavors for a few weeks after this). That helps a lot for me! 🥰

[@emilyrogos1164]

@@lovelybylisa seems to be a good idea to cook variety of meals at the same time .. :)

[@naomim.7220]

Her fridge must be the size of a damn bedroom

[@lovelybylisa]

Haha thanks for the comment! I live in nyc and previously had a “half fridge” and these all fit inside the fridge and freezer. I had to adjust the shelves so it fit the containers so I made it work. I’m very fortunate to have a full size fridge in my current kitchen. 🥰

[@arpita0608]

How many days these stay good

[@lovelybylisa]

Depending on your refrigeration setup, these last all week (7days). I keep my refrigerator at 36* F so they are a bit colder. You could also put half of them into the freezer and heat them up as you go through the week 👍

[@arpita0608]

@@lovelybylisa Will it be healthy? I guess 4 days will be okay not more than that.

[@lovelybylisa]

@@arpita0608 it’s safe to eat if it’s kept at a cold, cold temperature or if you can use a freezer, that would be very good-safe! (I have a Masters degree in Public Health Nutrition so I’m in-the-know of food safety protocols)

[@arpita0608]

@@lovelybylisa Thanks for the info

[@lovelybylisa]

@@arpita0608 anytime :) thanks for asking a great question!

[@sabrinasaliba3839]

No se pone fea la comida?

[@lovelybylisa]

¡Hola Sabrina, muchas gracias por el comment! 🥰Hablo un poco Español. ¡Hago lo mejor que puedo para traducir al español! La comida en el congelador está muy fría, porque es menos probable que crezcan bacterias. Espero que eso ayude. In English I can add more context, lo siento! Safe food storage to mitigate bacterial growth is multifaceted ~ the length of time the food sits out to cool after cooking, the storage temperature of the food and the water content of the food itself. Freezing prepared food gives it a longer life and mitigates the risk of spoiling/bacteria. The USDA had a giant chart on their website and the general recommendation is below 40° F for refrigerated foods. I like to keep my refrigerator colder, and I have it set to 34-36° F, and I don't recommend refrigerating meal prep for more than 4 days at that temp, after that I recommend freezing! I usually prep 5 days at a time. I store days 1-3 in the fridge (I keep my fridge set to 34-36° F) and days 4-5 in the freezer (I keep my freezer at -2°F).
 Adding a link here for additional food storage tips! www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/are-you-storing-food-safely

[@pablolee2252]

No protein?

[@lovelybylisa]

Thanks for your comment! There’s protein in each meal. Both have ground turkey mixed in, alongside veg protein sources as well 👍

[@killshot5268]

Protein left the chat:

[@lovelybylisa]

Hey, thanks for your comment, but there is ample protein in these meals. 👍

[@MultiMickoo]

"Red sauce" very cultured

[@lovelybylisa]

Hi, thanks for the comment but is there something wrong with calling it “red sauce”?

[@MultiMickoo]

@lovelybylisa only realised now my comment comes off as being an asshole ,sorry Lisa, I meant that compared to basic marinara sauces yours is cultured with everything you have in it. Happy Christmas 🎄

[@lovelybylisa]

@@MultiMickoo Thanks for clarifying, Michael, I appreciate it! I'm part Italian and I love adding nutrients to more traditional dishes. 🥰 Wishing you a Happy Christmas, too! 🎄

[@keemoify]

Very little protein tho. Meat is missing.

[@lovelybylisa]

Hey, thanks for your comment! There’s actually a lot of protein in all of these meals. Each one has a significant amount and I have a Master’s degree from NYU in PH Nutrition! 🤗 there’s ground turkey in both the lunch and dinner but protein doesn’t only come from meat 👍

[@Samira-kj6et]

What is that so u cool rice fora week Thats unhealthy tho. Rice can have molding with time. I would not cook not fresh rice .

[@lovelybylisa]

Hi Samira, thanks for sharing your opinion. The temperature at which the rice is stored will determine the amount of “mold”. If it’s stored at a cold temperature, it’s ok.

[@james222fly8]

All jokes to the side tho, why you gonna do the macaroni like that

[@lovelybylisa]

Hahaha what's wrong with how it's prepared 😂

[@james222fly8]

it looks cool but those sauces are little bit to much green for me lol, that's it. good work tho @@lovelybylisa

[@lovelybylisa]

@@james222fly8 thank you! What would you put into your sauce instead!? 😋

[@james222fly8]

@@lovelybylisa diced tomato with little bit ground beef, how that sound ? And add special sauce

[@lovelybylisa]

@@james222fly8 wonderful! whatever works for ya!!

[@xme5971]

I don't think this meal prep works for weight loss!!

[@lovelybylisa]

Hi! Thanks for the comment! It all depends on portion sizes and energy expenditure. It’s not the types of foods that determine weight loss, rather the amount of food.

[@nuzherahmed5324]

We have to make everyday fresh na baby why are you eating like this

[@lovelybylisa]

Thank you so much for the comment! 😆I’m doing it this way because I live in a capitalistic society🤪 in the United States so I work too much and I don’t have enough time to cook fresh food for myself every day! 😩

[@sweetla4750]

People actually watch this😂lord help us

[@lovelybylisa]

Was this kind of mean comment necessary?

[@lucianfox]

Considering you've put out a video for this rhe opener makes no sense.

[@lovelybylisa]

Hey! Thanks for the comment, but I'm not sure what you mean.