Overview

• The guides say the method saves time and money and supports healthier eating by keeping home-cooked meals ready for several days.
• Readers are urged to begin with two to three meals, then expand as the process becomes comfortable.
• A weekly plan paired with a detailed shopping list helps avoid impulse buys and reduces food waste.
• Preparing components such as cooked rice, grilled chicken and cut vegetables enables flexible mix-and-match meals.
• Airtight glass or plastic containers with refrigeration or freezing keep food fresh and make transport easier.