Thanksgiving food prep never seemed so simple
This Thanksgiving should be about enjoying your loved ones company instead of worrying about the side dish you forgot to make. That’s why we have put together some food prep tips to help you better enjoy the holiday.
Plan ahead
In order to maintain good eating habits, it’s important to plan your Thanksgiving dinner ahead of time. Sit down and make a grocery list so that you can buy everything all in one trip.
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Food prep
Be sure to prep your food ahead of time so that you can enjoy your company this year. By having your ingredients pre-portioned, you’ll find it a lot easier to cook, even when you’re crunched for time.
Use pre-cut vegetables
Although pre-cut vegetables may cost more, you can’t beat the convenience. Fresh vegetables end up going bad so quickly and sometimes it just isn’t worth the hassle.
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Eat the peels
Don’t waste time peeling carrots, potatoes, or apples. The skin of vegetables and fruits are high in antioxidants, fibre, vitamins, and minerals. Just give them a good scrub and make sure to cut out any nasty blemishes.