Batch Cooking with Pyrex: Your Guide to Stress-Free Meals
In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to fall into the trap of relying on quick, unhealthy meals when you're short on time. Everyone knows that feeling when you wake up in a rush for work and then have to think about making breakfast or lunch – be in the smug zone with a little help from Pyrex. Batch cooking, also known as meal prep, is a simple but effective solution to these problems. Pyrex dishes are clever glass storage dishes that are all made from hygienic borosilicate glass and can be used in the oven (without the lid) and then placed in the fridge, or freezer if you have a batch cooking day.
What is Batch Cooking?
Batch cooking is the process of cooking larger quantities of food at one time and then storing them for later use. This can save you a lot of time and effort in the kitchen, especially during busy weeks. It can also help you make healthier choices, as you're less likely to grab unhealthy snacks when you have pre-cooked meals on hand.
5 Perks to Prepping with Pyrex Glass Storage
- Complete control of your portions – Train your body into eating regular meals to help improve your metabolism and control the amount you eat. Pyrex® Cook & Freeze and Cook & Store glass storage dishes come in a wide selection of shapes and sizes, so you can make a large batch of your favourite recipe and divide into perfect portions to eat throughout the week.
- Nutritious snacks on demand – Avoid the temptation of sugar fuelled treats by preparing a selection of nutritious snacks to take with you. Pyrex® glass storage dishes all have close fitting lids to prevent food from spilling when out and about. The lids also help food stay fresher for longer.
- Save money and be in control– Instead of heading out when lunchtime hunger strikes, you can prepare a healthy midday meal in advance in your Pyrex® Cook & Store or Cook & Freeze. This will help to save your lunch money and allow you to have complete control over the ingredients in your dishes.
- Save time – Prepping your meals at the weekend in your Pyrex® Cook & Freeze and then storing in the fridge or freezer means more time for you in the week! Simply pop a portion in the microwave whenever you’re short on time.
- Keep your food fresh – Fresh ingredients are vital for a heathy lifestyle but if you don’t cook them straight away, they will lose their freshness. The solution is to batch cook a recipe in your Pyrex® Cook & Freeze or Pyrex® Cook & Store dish and store in your freezer to preserve.
With a little planning and preparation, you can easily create a week's worth of meals in just a few hours. So what are you waiting for? Start batch cooking today and enjoy the benefits of healthy, delicious, and stress-free meals. To get you stared on your batch cooking journey we've shared some of our favourite recipes below.
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Cauliflower Couscous
Cauliflower CouscousIngredients
- 1 cauliflower cut into large chunks
- 1 clove of garlic minced
- 1 clove of ginger minced
- 0.5 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 30g raisins soaked to soften
- 5 dried apricots soaked to soften
- 20g coriander leaf chopped
- Salt and lemon juice
- Pomegranate seeds
Preparation
- Pulse the cauliflower in a food processor to make couscous sized grains.
- In a large pan or wok heat the oil. Toast the garlic, ginger and cumin until fragrant.
- Add the cauliflower couscous, stir fry at a high heat for one minute.
- Remove from the heat, add raisins and apricots. Season with salt and lemon juice.
- When cooled add coriander leaf, mix then garnish with pomegranate seeds.
Broccoli, Pumpkin and Wholegrain Bake
Broccoli, pumpkin and wholegrain bakeIngredients
- 350 g of a chosen whole grains (rice, spelt or barley)
- 3 tsp of extra virgin olive oil
- salt
- 300 g of broccoli
- 5-6 basil leaves
- 2 spoons of Parmesan
- 200 g of pumpkin
Preparation
- Boil your chosen whole grain in salted water (or as per packet instructions).
- Once the whole grain is cooked, sieve the water and pour the whole grain into a bowl and leave aside.
- Wash the broccoli and pumpkin and then cut into small pieces. Steam both vegetables.
- Blend steamed broccoli with some water, a drizzle of oil, parmesan and basil to a creamy consistency. Then mix with the cooked wholegrain and finally add the pumpkin pieces.
- Pour mix into a glass roaster and cook in a preheated oven at 180°C for 15 minutes.
