It is normal to realize that cooking can be a difficult task as you or your loved one get older. Even if you enjoy cooking, the eagerness to prepare meals may not be there as it can be tiring and take time away from other things you wish to do. However, this does not mean that you have to lean towards ordering takeout every evening! Simplifying your cooking process is a method used by many to give themselves more free time to engage in other activities they wish to do throughout the week! Below are different ways to simplify cooking.
Make it Easy
Start cooking easier recipes that are less time-consuming, but still delicious and hearty. When deciding what to eat throughout the day, try to opt for meals that require lesser ingredients and fewer steps. Easy menu ideas include:
- Soup
With the many variations of soup, you wouldn’t be sick of it in less than a week! With the right ingredients, soup can be easy to make and can be stocked in your freezer till you are ready to eat.
- One-Pot Meals
Meals that require many steps can make a lot of cookware messy. By cooking meals in just one pot, you limit the number of dishes you have to clean later. Pasta and stews are popular one-pot meals!
Cook Larger Portions
If you find it hard to steer away from easy-to-prepare meals, try cooking larger portions. By this, you can have a few meals settled throughout the week! No matter what dish it is, it can save you time and effort.
Grocery Runs Made Simple
To save time at the grocery store, stock up and buy more in one trip. You can save so much time by visiting the grocery store once a week, and can spend your time pursuing other interests!
Besides stocking up on groceries, look into grocery delivery. If your local grocery does not offer such a service, there are many online services that offer grocery delivery. You can get groceries delivered to your doorstep with just a click of a mouse! However, if you aren’t tech-savvy, ask a friend or family member to help you out. Grocery deliveries are a massive time-saver.
Have the Right Tools
Besides having the bare necessities, there are a variety of kitchen tools that could make cooking easier. Appliances such as a blender, slow cooker, food processor and rice cooker can cut down prep-time by a ton. Invest in any of these appliances to save time and energy!
Simplified Cooking at Discovery Village At Naples
Whether you or your loved ones opt for Independent Living, where they will have the option of using their own kitchen, or Assisted Living, every resident will be pampered by the gourmet meals that Sensations Dining provides daily. We provide simplified cooking at its finest. Enjoy different venue options that serve breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks on any day of the week!
Our community allows you to forget the hassles of cooking as a carefree lifestyle is what we want you to experience with us. If you’re looking to retire with us, contact us today.
