6 ways to get dinner on the table faster

Here’s what I’ve learned so far about the best ways to create easy, speedy dinners.

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I love to begin a recipe halfway through, and I’ve found that most supermarkets are happy to help by offering ingredient shortcuts.

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Get Speedy Appliances

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Create Dinner Themes

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When you practice mise en place in your kitchen, you have everything ready to go before you start cooking.

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6 ways to get dinner on the table faster

Here’s what I’ve learned so far about the best ways to create easy, speedy dinners.

I love to begin a recipe halfway through, and I’ve found that most supermarkets are happy to help by offering ingredient shortcuts.

Use Shortcut Ingredients

Get Speedy Appliances

The way you cook your meal really does make a difference. I love my microwave and use it constantly, but you can also use other items to speed up cooking.

Create Dinner Themes

Having a general plan for the week saves stress and gives you a framework to build your meals. Give yourself a general dinner theme for at least three nights of the week.

When you practice mise en place in your kitchen, you have everything ready to go before you start cooking.

Use Mise en Place for Quicker Prep

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