Best Meal Prep Products

Preparing bulk meals and snacks in advance is a great way to save time and money. Before you embark on your meal prep journey, stock up on some essential products to ensure your experience will be easy and cost-effective.

Appliances

Invest in a slow cooker for easily cooking large batches of food, like soup, stew, chili and even oatmeal. Crock-Pot sells slow cookers in a variety of sizes. If you prefer something a little faster, try an Instant Pot. The pressure cooker cuts down on cook time. Purchase a food processor, like one of these from KitchenAid, to whip up quick sauces and hummus.

Containers

Food storage is an important aspect of meal prep. Pyrex offers a variety of glass containers, ideal for keeping food fresh for several days. Ball mason jars serve double duty for canning and transporting food. Going through dozens of plastic bags isn’t the most eco-friendly practice. Instead, consider using reusable storage bags like these from (re)zip.

Storage

Meal prep meals often require multiple containers, which can be cumbersome to carry. Invest in a specially designed meal prep lunch box to easily store all of your food for the day.