Great idea for those with kids

[Haven27]

I have four very picky eater kids, most of whom live on pasta alone. I found right off that if I had to make them a seperate pasta or rice dish while I was making dinner, I wasn't able to really focus on my low carb cooking. Having a big pot of pasta boiling away when I was both hungry and trying to cook was too disruptive.

So! I found a time when I was both full and in a good diet mood and I made a big batch of mac-n-cheese, spagetti with red sauce and spagettie with cream sauce. I let it cool. Then, using large zip-lock sandwich bags, I put a serving in each bag and sealed it up.

Now I always have a few bags in the fridge and some in the freezer. This is a great way for the kids to eat what they want without me having to cook it every night - which eliminates any temptations that might arise and also lets me fully focus on making a tasty low-carb dinner.

Kim

[DeeSinn]

That's a good idea Kim. I'll try that. Now that my husband has joined me I find my poor kids are really getting the raw end of the deal. I try and cook two separate meals but sometimes it just doesn't happen - usually because I am not cooking for myself much either. Your idea is better than a bowl of cereal for them every night. Thanks.

[mommy2boys]

I was reading this and thought this is a great idea too!! I am just starting LC'ing and was getting a little grumpy when I had to cook for the rest of family which none of them needs to lose weight, if anything they need to gain it!!! So, I thought I would use this idea. Thank you so much for posting it!

Christy

[meri]

I had been pre-making the noodles or rice for my 5 yr old for the week into the fridge. Then when making food, I'd simply reach in and get a portion for his plate. I like the frozen ahead things because I often am not of a mind to cook. This improves on the make lots ahead for myself....makes a whole lot of sense! Thanks for telling us! Meri :wave: