When it comes to our family’s schedule, to say we’re busy is a bit of an understatement. With 7 people in our family, we’re ALL over the place when it comes to activities, appointments, homework/studying and work schedules. As soon as the kids get home from school around 3:15PM, depending upon the day, there’s always something going on.
Here’s an average week for our family:
Mondays –
CCD – 3:45-5PM
Swim Team all the Boys – 5:30-7:30PM
Tuesdays –
William Baseball Game– 5-7PM
Alex/Ben/Henry Baseball – 4:30-6:30PM
Wednesdays –
Dance for Victoria – 2:30 – 3:30PM
Swimming for Boys – 4:30-7PM
Thursdays –
Swim Team for William – 5:30-7:30PM
Baseball Game for Alex/Ben/Henry – 4:30-8PM
Fridays –
Baseball Practice for William – 4-6PM
Baseball Practice for Alex/Ben/Henry – 5-6:30PM
As you can tell, nights are busy for us. I’m 100% fine with my kids being active and staying busy because they love playing sports and after-school activities. There’s just one thing that becomes difficult in it all… dinnertime. If you know me, you know I prefer healthy food options when it comes to dinnertime. I don’t want the boys eating fast food 7 nights a week, that’s not good for them or us! I also love to make sure we’re eating dinner together as a family. To me dinnertime is a celebration and it’s about bonding, catching up and having fun family conversations. My kids are still on the younger side, so it’s really important for me to make sure we eat together at home as much as we can.
I have discovered the BEST option when it comes to making sure we’re eating at healthy meals at home together throughout the week, say hello to Blue Apron.
Blue Apron is a subscription meal delivery service that sends weekly boxes with pre-portioned ingredients for healthy, fresh meals. You have the ability to completely customize your options, which is a wonderful benefit and perk for family meals (and picky eaters). The meals are incredible and all chef-driven recipes that are sure to bring smiles and deliciousness to your family.
Why is Blue Apron a perfect way to go for busy families?
Everything is delivered to your house, you don’t have to worry about rushing out to the market at 4:30PM to try and find ingredients for meals. Since we are such a busy family, I appreciate that Blue Apron takes the thought of dinnertime meals off my plate (pun intended!). They deliver all farm-fresh ingredients you need for each recipe, right to your doorstep and (the best part!) in exactly the right proportions. And don’t worry! Everything is delivered in a refrigerated box so ingredients will stay fresh even if you’re not at home when your package. They make home cooked meals convenient and accessible… for me, that’s just priceless!
How does Blue Apron work?
You easily create an account.
From there, you choose options/meals that you prefer to have delivered. If you prefer no fish, you can choose no fish. If you prefer only beef, you can have only beef options delivered. The main ingredient choices are in your hands.
Also, keep in mind that they offer two types of plans: the 2-Person Plan and Family Plan. You can decide what you need each week, which I love.
You then schedule times for your delivery. And viola! You’re done with your order! Blue Apron is an awesome service for people who are looking for a healthy, convenient alternative for cooking at home (raising my hand ultra high!).
So… it’s all fun and games to tell you about it, but let me show you what you’re in store for once your Blue Apron box is delivered!
On Friday, April 22nd – 2 meals recipes were delivered to my door.
Orange Glazed Chicken Wings with Miso Sweet Potato Salad and Ginger Bok Choy AND Mexican Pork Pozole! Since I’m going to be away this week at Mom 2.0, I thought it would be good idea to make both recipes this weekend (let them have dinner) and package any leftovers in the fridge for my family for the week! I have to say, I love taking the time to cook the meals with my husband, it’s such a fun way for us to be together in the kitchen! And – the kids love to help, too!
When your box arrives, everything is laid out easily for you. You get your recipes cards and ingredients all labeled/portioned out.
1st up – Mexican Pork Pozole! My husband loves pork, so I knew he would love this meal! The best part is that you just follow along the recipe cards. Everything is laid out step by step for you, so regardless of your skill set in the kitchen, you can get it done! Also – important to note, the ingredients are SO FRESH!!
All hands on deck everything prepped throughout the process of the Mexican Pork Pozole!!
The best part is seeing your meal start to come together! Not to mention, the aroma throughout the house with this recipe was AMAZING!
Just putting the finishing touches on our Mexican Pork Pozole and then we’re done and can enjoy!
How good does this look!!??
The best part is seeing my husband dig in!!
Next meal for the week to make… Orange Glazed Chicken Wings with Miso Sweet Potato Salad and Ginger Bok Choy! Love getting everything prepped and ready to serve!
My 4 sons LOVE Chicken Wings, so I knew this would be a HUGE hit for them to enjoy! They made me turn the light on in the oven so they could see everything cook!
Seeing these Orange-Glazed Chicken Wings come together was awesome! From the second my husband glazed them, I knew they were going to be outstanding!
And – within 40 minutes, look what was created!
I mean, Blue Apron just makes healthy eating doable at home without any added fuss! I love and appreciate the ease and convenience! I just love how they make new recipes each week so you’re not doing the dinner-repeat! Every week can be new and exciting for you and your family.
Are you ready to try Blue Apron out? I’m exciting to share that my FIRST (50) readers will get two free meals on their first Blue Apron order! Click here for details!
Disclosure: This is a sponsored posting with Blue Apron. All opinions are 100% my own.
