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Since last December, you might have heard a lot of people talk about bullet journaling. There’s a whole website dedicated to the concept, and a clever video that breaks down the whole process. In its basic form, a bullet diary combines a to-do list, a diary, and planner. It helps you keep track of what you need to do that day, and also helps you plan for things you want to accomplish in the future. There are many additions you can add to your bullet journal. I love this one on tracking your mental health, and this one for tracking your hobbies.

This got me thinking, however: Could a bullet journal make you a better meal planner? And what would that even look like in the bullet journaling universe?

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Sunday Night Salads: 5 Recipes to Make Ahead and Eat All Week

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In my home, meal planning goes beyond dinner. Just as important as making the week run like a smooth, well-oiled machine, is lunch prep. Unlike dinner, I tackle my midday meal by preparing a whole week’s worth of lunches in one fell swoop. These are the five ways I make it happen, and how you can do it too.

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Not to give cafeteria lunches a bad rap, but packed lunches are almost always the way to go. You can ensure that kids are eating more of the good stuff and less of the junky stuff, and probably save a few bucks, too. Plus, eating a lunch made by someone your kids love (you!) can make all the difference in helping a child have an enjoyable and productive day at school.

If you’re reading this and thinking, I know packed lunches are better, but I just don’t have the time, we get it. That’s why we talked to food and health experts to get their advice on packing easy, balanced, and delicious school lunches.

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Caesar White Bean Burgers

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I encourage you to add make a pot of beans to your list of things to do this weekend — it will most definitely save each and every lunch throughout the coming week. Plop a pot of beans on the stove while you go about your Saturday or Sunday, and let them lazily simmer until they’re soft and creamy. Then tuck the whole pot in your fridge and reach for it throughout the week for hearty, satisfying lunches. Here are 10 ideas to inspire you.

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While the unofficial cocktail of summer 2016 might have been frosé, there was another, less glamorous drink that suddenly seemed to be everywhere. I had never heard of ready-to-drink alcoholic seltzer until earlier this spring, but by the end of August I was seeing multiple brands in various liquor stores across the country.

Why has this product suddenly become so popular, and have you tried it?

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Freezer-Friendly Frittata Breakfast Sandwiches

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Prepping and freezing your own breakfast sandwiches is a morning game-changer, but knowing how to do it right is equally important. There are a few simple rules to follow to achieve freezer-friendly breakfast sandwich success. Follow them and your rushed weekday mornings are bound to be better.

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30-Minute Sheet Pan Potatoes and Chicken Sausage

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Now that school is back is session, leisurely summer evenings have been replaced with a hustle between soccer practice, band, and homework. When it feels like a dash to get dinner on the table, you want to have quick and satisfying meals on your side. With a short list of ingredients, minimal prep, and smart shortcuts, these 20 recipes are here to help make it possible to get dinner on the table, even on the most hectic of weeknights.

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There is no better way to start the day than with a breakfast sandwich. Seriously, no one at the office is going to be jealous of your cereal bars and yogurt. However, everyone will be looking at you like a lottery winner if you walk in with that magical combo of egg, cheese, sausage or bacon, and a bun, bagel, or English muffin. Extra credit if your sandwich is homemade.

But even if you’ve assembled the elements just so, you still need to get your creation from here to there. No one will be drooling if you arrive at the office and it’s turned into (quite literally) a hot mess.

To prevent such a mishap, we turned to a sandwich pro for her step-by-step guide to wrapping the perfect breakfast sandwich.

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No matter the season, there’s something totally satisfying about a hot breakfast — especially when it doesn’t require turning on the oven. As a recent casserole convert, I’m happy to tell you that this sausage-and-egg number is super satisfying, yet not so hearty that it needs to be reserved for cooler mornings.

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From Apartment Therapy → 3 Ways to Make Sure Your Dining Room Table is Always Clear for Meals

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