Using the wrong containers

Meal preparation includes a significant amount of packaging. Because your pre-made homemade dishes will be stored in containers, you should select your containers carefully. The first consideration is the material: plastic containers are both durable and lightweight. Glass is also strong, but it is more expensive, heavier, and, of course, breakable. You should also consider the vessel's quality and intended use. The ideal container should be microwave-safe and leak-proof, with a tight-fitting lid. It should also be stackable and dishwasher-safe. If you intend to freeze your prepared meals, you'll need freezer-friendly containers, such as reusable silicone bags.

If you are preparing meals for the entire family, you should consider purchasing containers in bulk. Reusing yogurt packaging or glass jars also works and is recyclable. Reusing foam containers, on the other hand, is not only bad for the environment, but it is also not microwave-safe.