Seems like there’s a battle between going to a restaurant vs. your Kitchen. Starting the year off by resolving to eat out less often at restaurants and cook at home more is a common goal for many people. And for good reason – cooking at home has numerous benefits for both your health and your wallet. Bucket of Bread is here to help you!
One of the biggest advantages of cooking at home is that you have complete control over the ingredients that go into your meals. Since Bucket of Bread uses clean labelling practices, you know exactly what you’re getting. You get dough mixes without preservatives and made with certified organic ingredients!
When you eat out at restaurants, you often have no idea where the ingredients used to prepare your food are sourced, or how they were processed. By cooking at home, you can choose high-quality, whole ingredients that are less processed and free of additives and preservatives. This can help you make healthier choices and reduce your intake of unhealthy ingredients like added sugars and unhealthy fats.
Another benefit of cooking at home is that it allows you to better control portion sizes. Restaurant portions are often larger than what is recommended for a single serving, which can lead to overeating and weight gain. When you cook at home, you can easily adjust the portion sizes to better fit your needs and goals.
Cooking at home can also save you money in the long run. While it may be more convenient to eat out, restaurant meals tend to be more expensive than home-cooked meals, especially when you factor in the cost of tip and taxes. By cooking at home, you can save money on your weekly grocery bill and reduce your overall food expenses. Comparatively, Bucket of Bread does have a lot of bang for the buck in each bucket. You can save even more through the monthly Subscribe and Save options!
In addition to the financial and health benefits, cooking at home can also be a fun and rewarding activity. It allows you to get creative with your meals and try out new recipes and ingredients. It can also be a great opportunity to bond with family and friends, as cooking together can be a fun and social activity.
Of course, it’s important to keep in mind that cooking at home doesn’t necessarily mean you have to spend hours in the kitchen every day. With a little planning and organization, you can make healthy meals at home quickly and easily. For example, you can meal prep by cooking a large batch of food on the weekends and storing it in the fridge or freezer for quick and easy meals during the week. You can also use simple recipes and time-saving techniques, such as using a slow cooker or pressure cooker, to streamline the cooking process. You can whip up a Bucket of Bread brand dough mix in just a few minutes and have your baking meal prep needs met for the next couple of weeks.
All in all, there are numerous benefits to cooking at home and eating out less often. It can help you make healthier choices, control portion sizes, save money, and have fun in the kitchen. So, if you’re looking to make a positive change in the new year, consider resolving to cook at home more often and consider using Bucket of Bread to help you achieve that goal.
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