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One Pot Meals From HelloFresh Have Saved My Kitchen Sink!

Kat Giuffrida
ByKat GiuffridaApr 19, 2023 | 0 comments

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It feels like my kitchen sink is full to the brim at least 3 nights a week. Cleaning up the whole kitchen after a long day spent watching my daughter, taking care of the house, running errands, and working is the absolute last thing I want to do most days. You see, we live in an older rental home that doesn't have a dishwasher so hand washing is the only way things get done around here (I'll never take this amazing machine for granted ever again).

While I certainly love making homemade meals, I've realized that in our current situation, I'm in dire need of recipes that require way fewer pots and pans in order to keep the kitchen totally clean for more than just half the week. So, I decided to try out one pot/one pan meals from HelloFresh as a solution. Not only have they helped me maintain my sanity, but they've also let me restore my kitchen's presence. Here, I wanted to highlight a few of my new favorite recipes from HelloFresh and show how you can enjoy a wide variety of meals that require minimal clean-up with their one-pot/one-pan menu items.

My Favorite Appetizer - Ricotta & Hot Honey Crostini

My husband and I are always looking for something small to munch on while making dinner, and the Ricotta & Hot Honey Crostinis from HelloFresh made perfect bite-sized appetizers. Usually, we just go for something simple like toast with butter or a handful of crackers, so this meal made for a great swap.

There was very little effort that went into making the crostinis and they were ready within just a few minutes. The combination of ricotta cheese, toasted bread, and drizzled honey was sweet and savory but didn't fill us up which was exactly what we were looking for.

My Favorite Soup - One-Pot Beefy Taco Soup

Some nights, soup is the solution for when you want an easy dinner that will fill you up. When searching HelloFresh's menu for a soup we could try I wanted to find one that was packed with flavor and higher in calories. I came across One-Pot Beefy Taco Soup and immediately added it to my weekly plan. Usually, we go for more of a traditional Taco Tuesday meal, but this seemed like it was too good not to try - and we were proven correct.

The broth had an incredibly creamy texture that was made complete with warming spices, and there was no skimping on the meat or beans all while maintaining a perfect balance with the broth. This dish was rich, but not over the top and provided generous portions for both of us.

My Favorite Side Dish - One-Pan Mushroom Cauliflower “Risotto”

At the beginning of the week, my husband and I usually cook up several servings of our favorite proteins (grilled chicken, ground beef, etc.) to have on hand for dinnertime. On the nights we choose to eat one of our precooked meats, I like to whip up a savory side dish to go along with our meal. One-Pan Mushroom Cauliflower “Risotto” caught my eye as I love risotto and wanted to see how this spin on one of my favorite sides tasted.

Typically when I make risotto, I simmer it in bone broth and then grate parmesan cheese on top once it's ready. However, it always feels like I'm missing some zest with the way I prepare it. That zest just so happens to be browned mushrooms and truffle flavoring. Oh, and adding in cream cheese and butter does the trick too! This risotto recipe from HelloFresh blew my traditional way of cooking risotto out of the water and was total savory goodness.

My Favorite Dinner - One-Pan Smoky BBQ Turkey Sloppy Joes

Last, but certainly not least, I had to throw in a hearty meal. I've always loved Sloppy Joes but have avoided making them as of late since they typically leave a huge mess. However, HelloFresh's novel approach to one-pan Sloppy Joes made me want to give them a try once more - a decision I don't regret whatsoever!

I loved how HelloFresh splurged on tangy flavor and used ground turkey over traditional ground beef (I think it mixed better with all of the seasonings and cornstarch). This was another meal that left me stuffed and fully satisfied every craving I could have had.

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Kat Giuffrida
Kat Giuffrida

I'm a SAHM of 2 under 2 who's on a mission to discover the best subscription boxes for women and children. On the off chance I'm not chasing after my kids (or breaking up a looming brawl between them and the cats), you can most likely find me training in the pool, sipping on an Americano at my local coffee shop, or hiding in our spare room to catch up on my favorite podcasts.


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