A simple plan for a busy week

Plan enough to help yourself, and leave enough room for real life.

Start with your week

Mark the evenings when you have time to cook and those when you need something straightforward. Choose a few trusted meals before looking for something new.

Check the cupboards first

Build your shopping list around what you already have. Group ingredients by where you will find them in the shop, and cross off the things waiting at home.

Leave a flexible evening

A flexible slot gives you space to change plans, use ingredients you did not get to or enjoy an easy favourite. It is a plan to support you, rather than another thing to keep up with.

Make it visible

A notebook or a simple list on the fridge can help everyone see what is planned. Add your favourite meals as you go so next week starts with a few ideas ready.