The Plan to Eat Podcast

• #115: The Plan Once, Shop Once Strategy

  Welcome back to Meal Planning Like a Pro! Today, we are covering a few more "advanced" meal planning strategies to help you streamline grocery shopping and reduce decision fatigue.In this episode, we talk a lot about meal planning for a longer stretch of time and then only grocery shopping once to save time and energy. We also cover coordinating your recipes to save money and adapting your plan for sales or seasonal ingredients.If you’re working on building your meal planning habit this month, you’re not alone. Find us on Instagram, where we’re sharing more tips for staying consistent, even when life is chaotic.Get Riley's Grocery Swap Guide by emailing us at [email protected] up for a free trial + get 20% off your first annual subscription: plantoeat.com/PTEPODContact us: [email protected] with Plan to Eat online:InstagramFacebookPinterest

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• #114: How to Stick to Your Meal Plan (Even When Life Gets Busy)

  Welcome to our new Meal Plan Like a Pro Series! Whether you’re brand new to meal planning or a seasoned pro, we’re going to help you become a better planner and take a deep dive into meal planning in the next several episodes. Today, the topic is sticking to your plan!In our recent listener survey, staying consistent with planning came up as one of the biggest challenges, so we're here to help you tackle it. In this episode, we cover: - Why your plan might be failing (and how to fix it).- The power of flexible planning.- The importance of back-up meals.- And when to intentionally go off plan. We also answer a few of your dinner dilemmas, so stick around to the end for all our good advice! :)Sign up for a free trial + get 20% off your first annual subscription: plantoeat.com/PTEPODContact us: [email protected] with Plan to Eat online:InstagramFacebookPinterest

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• #113: Final Tips from Grocery Shopping Secrets: Seafood, Lamb, and the Deli Counter

  In this episode, we share a mix of surprising facts and practical grocery tips from the final chapters of Grocery Shopping Secrets. We dive into the seafood section! Learn how to pick the freshest fish and the difference between wild-caught and farm-raised salmon. We also explore the deli counter, which isn't just about deli meat! Carol Ann provides a great breakdown of how to create your own veggie and fruit trays, plus extensive info on how to self-cater a party!Don't miss our final episode of this book club breakdown!Find the Lasagna Roll-ups recipe here: https://app.plantoeat.com/recipes/45609682/Sign up for a free trial + get 20% off your first annual subscription: plantoeat.com/PTEPODContact us: [email protected] with Plan to Eat online:InstagramFacebookPinterest

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• #112: The Smart Shopper’s Guide to Chicken, Turkey, Pork, and Beef

  In this episode, Roni and Riley dig into the meat chapters of Grocery Shopping Secrets by Carol Ann Kates, from choosing the best cuts to making your dollars stretch further at the store. We talk about how meat is labeled, how to select the best cuts, and why the freezer is your best friend when it comes to reducing waste.You don’t have to buy the most expensive cut to cook a great meal. With a little knowledge and smart planning, you can make a delicious meal, reduce waste, and save money at the store!Jump ahead to 54:35 to skip the meat discussion and hear answers to your dinner dilemmas!Sign up for a free trial + get 20% off your first annual subscription: plantoeat.com/PTEPODContact us: [email protected] with Plan to Eat online:InstagramFacebookPinterest

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• #111: From Corner Market to Cookbook Author: An Interview with Carol Ann Kates

  In this special episode, Roni and Riley sit down with Carol Ann Kates, award-winning author, former grocer, and expert in all things food and shopping. Carol Ann shares her story of growing up in her family’s grocery store, co-owning a chain of markets in Northern Colorado, and turning decades of experience into practical tools for home cooks.You’ll hear about the real-life challenges of running a family business, her favorite childhood memories at the store, and what inspired her to write Grocery Shopping Secrets.This conversation is full of heartfelt stories, practical wisdom, and good laughs. Don’t miss her tips on avoiding common shopping mistakes!Find Carol online:Website: https://www.carolannkates.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolannkates/Get Carol's Blog Recipes!Banana Pancakes: https://www.carolannkates.com/post/cooking-for-aiden-he-loves-buttermilk-banana-pancakesGrilled Artichoke Hearts: https://www.carolannkates.com/post/grilled-artichoke-heartsSign up for a free trial + get 20% off your first annual subscription: plantoeat.com/PTEPODContact us: [email protected] with Plan to Eat online:InstagramFacebookPinterest

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