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[quote=Anonymous]We have a similar problem, although its because of our schedules.  2 middle school kids in sports that have practices that overlap with the dinner hour and so we are constantly looking for easy grab and go options that are healthy and low effort.  We also like trader joes.  None of these ideas are time intensive.

I make "pizza muffins" all week long, which is just taking a lb of trader joes dough, rolling it out, cutting into 12 pieces and putting in a muffin tin with sauce, veggies, cheese.  they are always in the fridge.  I also always have a crudite container in the fridge for easy access to raw veggies.

I also make a lot of quick breads using kodiak mix (not at TJs but TJs has protein pancake mix you could sub in)- banana, blueberry or pumpkin breads.  the kodiak mix adds protein, and you can serve with some fruit.  also just always around.  Here is an example: https://thebalancednutritionist.com/kodiak-banana-bread/

Pinch of Yum's air fryer chicken is a staple.  I also make this a few times a week - throw together with microwave rice, or on a salad for me.  Very easy. She also has a salmon one, it is the only way my kids eat salmon. https://pinchofyum.com/ridiculously-good-air-fryer-chicken-breast

trader joes pulled chicken in a salsa verde sauce - its next to the hummus.  1 container gives us 3 servings.  I use in quesadillas or over rice.

Trader Joes sourdough bread - always available for peanut butter or avocado toast.  you can serve with yogurt and fruit.

We also make a lb of pasta that we toss with olive oil - always in the fridge.  Whoever is heating up can add whatever sauce they want. [/quote]

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