Thanks for joining us for this session on making store-bought meals taste homemade. We explored simple ways to add flavor, boost nutrition, and improve presentation—without spending a lot of extra time in the kitchen.

Key Takeaways and Next Steps

Upgrade with Easy Add-ins

Enhance store-bought or frozen meals by adding pre-steamed veggies, canned beans, or leftover cooked proteins like rotisserie chicken, tofu, or shrimp. These simple upgrades can help make your meals more filling and nutritious.

Boost Flavor with Fresh Ingredients

Fresh herbs, garlic, onions, lemon zest, and a drizzle of good-quality olive oil can elevate even the simplest meal. A touch of grated cheese or your favorite spice blend also adds a homemade touch.

Create Balanced Plates

Aim for half your plate to be colorful vegetables, one-quarter lean protein, and one-quarter whole grains like brown rice or whole grain pasta. This helps with portion control and keeps meals satisfying.

Stock Smart Staples

Keep convenient and healthy items on hand such as frozen veggie blends, cooked grains, canned tuna or beans, bagged salad mixes, and hard-boiled eggs. These staples make it easy to pull together a quick, upgraded meal.

Start Small and Keep It Simple

Don’t feel like you need to overhaul your entire meal. Even one or two small changes—like adding a salad or seasoning your jarred sauce—can make a big difference in flavor and nutrition.

We hope you feel inspired to turn your convenience meals into something more wholesome and delicious. See you in another GetSetUp class!