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[quote=Anonymous]I'd say, lower your standards.  If you enjoy the prep and the cooking, then it is worth it.  But since you don't, find 5 meals that are easy to make and just rotate. Or if you have room in your budget to outsource, do so. I don't do much prep on the weekends, but I do take advantage of being home to cook meals that take longer.  Roasts that need more time.  Dishes that take multiple bowls or ingredients that need fine chopping, that kind of stuff.  Gives us some variety, and allows me to cook healthy and interesting meals at least some of the time. I try to avoid going out to eat on the weekends, because I know it's easier to cook dinner when we have more time.

During the week it's: meatballs and pasta (I do make the meatballs in advance); anything in a crockpot (BBQ chicken, Taco meat, stews or chili); burgers or chicken on the grill; salads from a bag; chicken nuggets; frozen pizza; mac & cheese; sandwiches; always with a side of fruit and a vegetable, but often the veggie comes from the freezer.

That is really it. Some meals lend to a leftover, or a new way to use it, for instance grilled chicken with a salad one night, and then leftover in a quesadilla the next night.

Find some reliable restaurants that can cater to your allergies, and go once a week.  Bonus if you can order online before you leave work and then pickup. I do this with Cava, District Taco, Panera, and Moby Dick, just to name a few. You can keep it somewhat healthy and cheap, and at many places can share an entree or 2, and fill in with fruit or quick sides at home.[/quote]

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