“Meal delivery services and kits offer the ability to eat fresh food without wasting anything or having leftovers you don't want,” says Resnick.
As the cost of food rises and people continue returning to the office after lockdowns, finding an affordable lunch on the go is becoming more and more essential.
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Prep time: We looked at how long it took to cook or heat up meals, and whether it was worth it for a busy schedule (all of the services we recommend have easy-to-follow recipes and take less than an hour to make, or under 10 minutes to heat up).
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Meal kits are usually less expensive than dining out or ordering delivery from a local restaurant, according to our NBC Select staff reviewers. However, because it can be more expensive than cooking a meal yourself — it depends on the specific meal delivery service you choose (some are more expensive than others because of premium meal options and delivery rates) and the ingredients that you are using, according to our experts.
“I think a lot of people want to try eating plans like keto and vegan, but don’t know where to begin — meal options like this let them explore something new without overcommitting and discover if a diet suits their taste preferences, their individual dietary needs and their budget before diving too deep,” she says.
Sliced chargrilled marinated chicken thigh, king prawns and chorizo pork sausage on a bed of risotto rice, with a shellfish stock sauce with peas and piquillo peppers.
With the Postmates app, you can get everything from makeup to home care products, and even liquor and tobacco products (as long as you’re over 21).
Certain meal delivery services will offer here a variety of options for those with dietary restrictions. However, Resnick notes there’s one caveat: Those with medical issues, such as shellfish allergies or celiac disease, should be mindful of possible cross-contamination.
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“Don’t just assume that because it’s homemade or marketed as ‘healthy’ that it’s the healthiest option for you,” she says.
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25. To make up for the lost snack, you could break a second pack open and have three sandwiches one day and another three the next (provided that doesn't take you past the sarnies' use-by date).