Freshly - Chef Prepared Meals Delivered Right to Your Door

I hate cooking. It's no exaggeration. I literally hate it. This is probably why I keep marrying chefs. I was married to two of them, you know, and actually dated a few more over the years. Unfortunately, I'm between chefs right now, and while my teen daughter is studying to be a chef herself, she isn't always home. The days that I have to make dinner for my kids are not fun. I hate to admit how often I order a pizza or stop at McDonalds. When the kids aren't home for a meal, I will eat whatever I have that takes no prep. That can include lots of raw veggies and fruit, so it's not only junk food, but sometimes I do crave a real meal that I know I'm too lazy to make. Freshly was a dream come true for me. This amazing subscription service sends you delicious pre-cooked meals right to your door. Just put them in the microwave for two minutes and you have a complete, hot meal with all the food groups you need for a balanced diet.

Just to be clear, this is REAL food. These aren't like the frozen dinners that you'll find in the grocery aisle which are probably pumped out by a machine and filled with perspectives. These are gourmet meals prepared by a real chef . (Hmmm, I wonder if he's single...) Pretty much the minute they are pulled from the oven, they are frozen and packed up to ship. They arrive in a big box filled with dry ice to keep it fresh when along the way. If you are familiar with the idea of meal prep (preparing meals in advance and freezing them), this is along those lines. Only thing is, you have nothing to prep. You just heat it and eat it.

I was able to try out six of Freshly's delicious meals and each one was better than the next.   They have an extensive menu with many different dishes that you can serve up for lunch, dinner, or even breakfast. They have a rotating menu, so things never get old. Some of the meals I tried include a BLT Omelet, Chicken Parm, Grilled Herb Chicken, Meatloaf, Chicken Rustica, and Grilled Flat Iron Steak. You'll see the pictures spread throughout this post, and they all tasted even better than they look. They also usually come with delicious side dishes. Every one is a good size serving that leaves me feeling full and satisfied.

While I can't order these all the time since it would be too pricey for my whole family, they are perfect for the days when it's just me. My oldest daughter who is sixteen also took a few to work with her. She was working the night shift, and she was excited to have a real dinner instead of a hoagie or a frozen dinner that tasted like cardboard. As I said, she's in culinary school, so she appreciates a good meal more than the average teen, and she thought these were fantastic.

When it comes to the prices, they are actually really reasonable. You can choose as little as six meals a week for $69. Or you can opt for larger plans. The bigger the plan, the lower the cost of each individual meal. When you think about how much you would pay for all the ingredients if you tried to cook these fancy dinners yourself, you're coming out way ahead. I'm telling you, once all my kids move out, I may just order these every week and never go to the grocery store again.

Oh, and one last HUGE advantage to Freshly...NO clean up! No greasy pots to scrub. No dishes to scrap. No leftovers to pack up and most likely toss in the trash two weeks later when you're no longer sure what it is. Just delicious meals with no effort on your part whatsoever. Except for the three seconds it takes to sign up.

So what are you waiting more. Join Freshly now and get REAL food that will leave both your belly and your wallet feeling satisfied. Plus, free up a little time to spend with family and friends! It's a win-win no matter how you look at it. To see all Freshly has to offer, be sure to visit their website or follow them on social media.

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Home Chef - Quick and Easy Meals

Sometimes the hardest part of making a delicious gourmet meal is finding all the ingredients you need. I always find tasty recipes online, but there are always one or two things I'm missing--a spice, a certain herb--and who wants to drive all the way to the grocery store with four kids to pick up one or two things? Thankfully, Home Chef makes it easy to create delicious recipes without any hassle at all. This fantastic service hand picks yummy recipes that meet your specifications, and delivers all the ingredients right to your door.

I got to try out the Home Chef subscription and it was an amazing process from start to finish. First, when you sign up, you can choose certain preferences. If you're a vegetarian or happen to be allergic to shellfish, you won't have to worry about getting items you won't eat. Once the box arrives, you'll be in for a real treat. Absolutely everything you need is included, from the meats to the condiments. I was amazed by how fresh and beautiful their produce was. There were succulent veggies and fresh meat and poultry, all delivered in a big box to my door. The box is packed with dry ice to ensure your food arrives in pristine condition.

There were ingredients for two recipes in my box. This was enough for two complete meals for two people. One of the recipes was Venezuelan Asada Negrow with Roasted Vegetables and Tostones. This one came with 2 Flat Iron Steaks, various vegetables, and all the seasonings you'll need. All we had to do was cut up the veggies, fry the tostones, and it was all set. It only took about thirty minutes from start to finish. It turned out fantastic. The meat practically melted in my mouth, and it was a very unique meal for me. I've always wanted to try tostones, and they were better than I imagined. 

The second meal was Tuscon Chicken. This is something I've had before, but never had the nerve to try to cook myself.  Luckily, Home Chef breaks it down into simple steps that anyone can follow. Just marinate the chicken, slice up the veggies for the kaboobs, and the hard part is done. It only took about twenty-five minutes from start to finish, but it turned out amazing. The chicken was bursting with flavor and very moist, and the fresh veggies were the perfect side dish.

Both of these meals were absolutely delicious. They recipes are easy to follow, and laid out with step by step instructions complete with illustrations so you know you're on the right track. They even tell you how many calories each meal is. By no means do you need to be a professional chef to be able to create these delicious meals at home. The best part is getting a little diversity without buying tons of ingredients you may only use once and then throw away.  It's a fun way to try new foods and add some diversity to your kitchen. 

If you'd like to learn more about Home Chef or sign up for a subscription of your own, be sure to visit their website. To keep up with new products and promotions, follow them on their social media.

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