(Part 3) Best kitchen storage & organization products according to redditors

You can get almost everything on Amazon. Browse through the "related products" on these pages, and you'll have all the bento supplies you need.

• Soy sauce bottles
  
• Panda bento box
  
  You prevent everything from smashing together by packing the box tightly and putting lids on everything (see the six photos here). It's not foolproof, but it usually works well. You might want to use some baran to separate moist foods from dry foods.

It's almost 20 dollars less on Amazon

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0040MH642/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1457642854&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=eco+lunch+boxes&dpPl=1&dpID=51TKhnyWGeL&ref=plSrch

Not OP but I ordered these, which look similar, back in April of 2015 and still use them to this day. I would say over a year of use out of them I definitely got my money's worth. They also have 3 compartment/single compartment available, if you should desire.

OK, so it has some startup costs due to it needing a rice cooker and crock pot plus Quinoa is expensive if you buy it in smaller amounts, but you're a bachelor so it's likely you've got a little extra money.

A rice cooker is going to be an important addition to your cooking tools because fuck using the stove and burning shit or having to stand over your cooking. It's easy to use, easy to clean, and it's pretty much automatic, you fill it up, plug it in, flip it to on...and blam that shit's cooking. When if flips itself to off, your rice or quinoa will be done.

A big ass crock pot will serve as the main cooking device for your meals. Again, screw the stove, you don't want to have to stand over the damn thing...pour stuff into this bitch flip it on and go to work on what you'd rather be doing. The bowl comes out and goes right into the dishwasher. I'd have starved to death without a slow cooker when I was a bachelor. As you're making meals for several days here...your mother's little 5 quart version isn't going to cut it, spend the 35 bucks and get this one. The reason you aren't buying a bigger one...they don't make one bigger that isn't 200 bucks.

Quinoa This stuff becomes your "rice" except that it's MUCH better for you than rice. If you're poor or don't care all that much about nutritional value, then by all means, buy rice. But seriously...25 pounds of dry quinoa will last you a long fucking time. Get a big tupperware container, pour the quinoa into it, and leave a 1 cup measuring cup in it. If you're looking to cut some costs but still get some of the nutritional value, mix it half and half in your tupperware so you don't have to mess with it when you're making the meals. The water to food mix is the same for both, 2 cups water, 1 cup quinoa (or NON instant rice).

Meat...buy whatever is on a good sale, never pay more than 3.99 per pound for beef (we aren't buying steaks, look for top or bottom round and buy what's on sale, after 12 hours in a crock pot you won't be able to tell a filet from rump roast), or 1.99 per pound for chicken, pork, or 80/20 ground beef (for the love of your colon don't go worse than 80/20.) Shop the sales, have your mother or sister or grandfather or thrifty co-worker look at the sales fliers and find coupons if you don't have time. Buy in bulk, but freeze in smaller quantities ~ 2 pounds each in generic 1 quart FREEZER bags, not the cheap sandwich ones or you get freezer burn. I buy the Walmart brand freezer bags in boxes of like 100 and they're fine.

My wife still laughs and says she can always tell when I find good sales because when I do, I revert to bachelor shopping style. Thursday I came home with 12 pounds of boneless skinless chicken breasts from Stop and Shop because they were on SUPER cheap sale as they were getting close (3 days) to expiration date, they were a buck a pound, I bought as much as I figured I could fit in my freezer.

Vegetables. This is where you're going to get a good chunk of your nutritional kick. When I was a bachelor I would go to the grocery store on Sunday morning and hit the "it won't last much longer" shelf in the produce aisle. I would buy pretty much whatever vegetables they had if I could chop them and toss them into the crock pot, and because I was going to start cooking it in like an hour, I didn't give a shit that it wasn't going to last another 5 days. I found that I was eating a ton of shit I had never heard of, but it was almost always delicious and amazingly more nutritious than eating from a box.

Vegetables that you should always keep on hand are onions, whole carrots, sweet potatoes, and turnips. They're all cheap regardless of sale, they last a long time if stored properly too. I would buy 10 pound bags of onions, 5 pound bags of carrots, for sweet potatoes and turnips I just made sure I always had like 5-10 pounds. To keep these lasting a long time, get a wire cart thing from Staples or Walmart for like 20 bucks, the wire mesh keeps them open to the air and dry, to help prevent rot. It's also on wheels so if the onions make a mess you can move it and just vacuum under it plus you can drag it over to the kitchen with you when you cook.

To make your meals, you start this the night before you want to eat.
Take out 2 beers, start drinking one, pour the other into the bottom of the crock pot.
Cube your meat (or if it's still frozen then fuck it toss it in whole,) chop your vegetables and add both to the crock pot at about a 1 to 1 portion ratio, if the meat is frozen pack the vegetables around it evenly, if you remembered to thaw the meat and cube it (which will improve your meal quality) then mix them in the crock pot. Season this any way you like. I buy spices cheap from Atlantic Spice Company as they're better quality and a lot less money than grocery store spices. I like the smoky meat flavor so I also add a capful of liquid smoke or toss it with Taco Seasoning once in a while, regardless this is up to you, but when in doubt, onion, garlic, oregano, parsley, salt, pepper. Once you've got like 2 pounds of meat and 2 pounds of vegetables packed into your crock pot, put it on low then walk away. I normally started mine at like 8-10pm.

About 30 minutes before you want dinner, toss 2 cups of quinoa into the rice cooker with 4 cups of water along with some salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder. Push the cooking thing down on your rice cooker and walk away. If you were cooking a frozen chunk of meat instead of cubed meat, take this time to shred the fuck out of it inside of the crock pot, no need to mess up any more plates or anything, use a fork and a big ass knife and get the meat evenly shredded to like a pulled pork consistency, then stir the vegetables into it.

When it pops up then take a ladle of the meat and vegetable mix over a scoop of your quinoa and enjoy a badass meal. You'll find that you can fill tupperware containers with the quinoa and the meat/vegetable mix and freeze them or toss them into the fridge for lunches/dinners throughout the week. I would often freeze half of mine and set the other half in the fridge for lunches, the frozen ones would get rotated out so I wasn't eating the same thing lunch and dinner 5 nights a week. If you freeze them, at least date them. I never bothered to label what it was other than that, but they keep like 6 months in the freezer and it's nice to have a mix of different meals.

I'm going to basically ignore your question here and instead tell you what you SHOULD get... Pyrex has just started making tupperware and it's maybe the best purchase I've ever made. No warping, microwave and oven safe, great, tight-fitting covers...

This is what I have, except I paid ~$24 at Costco. Looks like there's other potential stuff for 6 or 8 matching sets!

Beef stew, chili, rice & stirfry, rice & curry, quiche, lentil soup, chicken burrito bowls, leftover (homemade) pizza...really anything that's moist to start off with heats up well from the freezer with a sprinkling of water and judicious turning. I'd avoid dumplings unless they're tiny, although perogi are nice with some sauce (last night's spaghetti sauce). I just make enough, every day, for 4-6 people for dinner, we each have a helping, then the rest goes in containers in the fridge and freezer. I've been doing a little less of this lately due to illness, but we almost always have some leftovers in the freezer and fridge for my husband and I to each have a serving for lunch.

I think a lot of this has to do with having a lot of glass SnapWare, now that I think about it. I could easily see doing heavy freezer cooking and just filling them all up with the above recipes rather than cooking every day, although the way I cook, I'd go through two sets with two recipes! You can do this with a slow cooker or thermal cooker (both of which save you tons of time), or you can cook a batch for dinner that night and store the rest, as mentioned above.

Haha, no – it's not a crock pot you can cook with, it's just a reheater. So I bring in stuff I've already cooked (usually on meal prep Sunday), and after an hour or two in the pot it's hot and ready to eat.

It's a small step but I invested in reusable shopping bags, and reusable produce bags. I feel like the produce bags keep my veg fresher longer, and it definitely has reduced my plastic use with how much produce I buy as a vegan. I use the produce bags for most of my bulk buying as well, then just transfer the bulk stuff into big jars when I get home.

[It's like you guys aren't even trying to save money] (https://www.amazon.com/Non-Skid-Cabinet-Shelves-Non-Slip-12-Inch/dp/B00IXYIWC8/ref=sr_1_10?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1485932223&sr=1-10&keywords=shelf+liner)

Freshware Meal Prep Containers [21 Pack] 3 Compartment with Lids, Food Storage Bento Box | BPA Free | Stackable | Lunch Boxes, Microwave/Dishwasher/Freezer Safe, Portion Control, 21 day fix (24 oz) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073TRZ91C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_R-jZBbC8C546Q

I had just bought what i believe to be the exact same ones :)

They're called Cambro containers. I use them for making bread

Camwear Polycarbonate Square Food Storage container, 12 Quart
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0001MRUKA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_hDwVzb3F77MXP

Boveda sucks up water soluble terps. It's a horrible thing to use, but it's got all the mind share.

The best technique I've found is using a salad saver, and putting just about 10 ml of distilled water in the bottom chamber. Put in a dark cool spot for 12 to 24 hours. Also seal the salad saver itself.

The idea is to find the right amount of water, so that it's all evaporated by the time you get the RH that you want.

I got in to growing just so I could press at peak freshness. Now I'm breeding the best pressing strains that I've found and making my own hybrids.

Shameless IG plug.

Hoo boy have I got the product for YOU! https://www.amazon.com/Stasher-Silicone-Reusable-Bag-Sandwich/dp/B01DZQT9CU

Cambro makes polycarbonate containers as well. I wouldn't go lower than 12qt for SV. I guess 8qt wouldn't be too bad if cooking for just 1 or 2 people.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001MRUKA/

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this dealie works real well
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000OUY2QO

you do get sick of things, tho

I cook everything I eat from scratch except on social occasions with friends or something. I save a lot of money that way. Stick to vegetables that are in-season. Eggs are always cheap. Shop around for good deals on cheeses. There's always something in the cheese aisle (the good cheese aisle, not the sliced and shredded junk) that's had the price lowered b/c the packaging isn't catching people's eye and it's selling slower.

Meat is expensive so just keep an eye out for good deals in larger quantities and freeze the extra. Do use freezer paper, plastic bags, and a layer of tin foil if it's steak or something fatty. It's worth the small expense.

Make more food than you need and refrigerate / freeze the leftovers. It helps avoid that urge to spend money on fast food or something not frugal when you're tired and hungry. I use these containers. http://www.amazon.com/Reditainer-Storage-Containers-32-Ounce-24-Pack/dp/B00M9Z4SV6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1410275163&sr=8-1&keywords=plastic+soup+containers

Don't fall into media traps and only buy kale or something b/c it's all the rage right now. Collard greens are awesome, too. if the kale is overpriced and all that's left at the store of it are the dregs, then get a different green. Don't be afraid to buy vegetables you haven't used before if they're at the right price. You can look up a recipe and experiment later.

A few cheap things I always have on hand to make things tasty: tamari, apple cider vinegar, garlic cloves and sweet onions.

Edit: One more tip. Use dried beans. You can store them practically forever. They go on sale for like $1 per lb often. I made an amazing lentil soup recently. A ton of food for probably less than a nickel a serving in the end. Soup and pizza are frugal options b/c you can use up vegetables that are getting close to expiration.

I recently bought something similar that you may like. They look to be a bit bigger, but you might be able to find something of similar size to the pick you linked on Amazon. The product I linked was at a pretty substantial discount, I think I paid ~$15 for a 10 pack.

I was mistaken, it ends up being ~ $35, but I've been using this set up for over a year and it's never given me an issue.

12 qt cambro

corner cut-out lid for 12 qt cambro.

Not previously mentioned I rest my set-up on one of these dish drying mats to insulate (protect) the stone counter top from heat damage (expansion). Still, $40 beats whatever the cost is of the annova setup!

This one, I'll bet. I got this from Costco about three years ago and it's in great shape. I use the containers for leftovers and lunches at least weekly.

I love these silicone stasher bags. I actually use them for my onion halves too! Haha

https://www.amazon.com/Stasher-Reusable-Silicone-Sandwich-Storage/dp/B01DZQT9CU?th=1

Its called a Medtainer. They're about $10 and they work great for travel as they are waterproof and smell-proof. The grinder in it works fine, definitely not as good as an expensive grinder but it definitely gets the job done

For those of you, like me, who are going to miss having the versatile plastic shopping bag, you can buy 900 of them at Amazon for about $25. Those stupid small garbage bags cost about $46 for 360 of them; what a rip-off! And they don't have handles!

http://www.amazon.com/Inteplast-Group-THW1VAL-Thickness-Thank/dp/B004MDM6LC

And it says "Thank you! Have a nice day!" I like that.

Haha, totally okay to be that guy. Glad to hear that these are sufficiently sexy for you to ask.

So, most of my technique has been gleaned from /u/J_Kenji_Lopez-Alt. I use his food processor pizza dough, which always produces insane results. This one was only in the fridge for about 12-16 hours, obviously longer is better (up to about 5 days).

http://www.seriouseats.com/recipes/2012/07/basic-new-york-style-pizza-dough.html

I use a pizza steel, but a cast iron pizza pan would work just as well. We have an oven that goes up to about 550, but 500 is usually sufficient.

After taking the dough out of the fridge, I let it proof at room temp for about 1-2 hours after forming the ball, then turn the oven on.

Put the steel/cast iron on the second rack from the top, let it preheat for about 45 minutes - 1 hour.

Make your pie. As you're putting the pizza in the oven, hit the broiler on high. This will allow for even cooking. I've had success without the broiler, but I really just can't create that same level of crust without using it.

For the recipe, he mentions using deli containers. I totally recommend buying a bulk pack, seriously use these things all the time.

http://www.amazon.com/Reditainer-Storage-Containers-32-Ounce-24-Pack/dp/B00M9Z4SV6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1413163207&sr=8-1&keywords=deli+quart+containers

Also, Kenji's piece on the baking steel is a great read. Check it out!

http://slice.seriouseats.com/archives/2012/09/the-pizza-lab-the-baking-steel-delivers.html

Hopefully that helps. I've tried a few different recipes, but this one always turns out the best. Let me know if you have any questions!

You mean the vegetable rot accelerator? Get this and this. They really work!

Did you happen to seal it (in plastic)? Wrapping a hard crust bread in plastic or storing in an air-sealed environment will cause it to soften. I store breads in this (air adjustable) keeper; I also store them in larger paper bags and sometimes wrapped in a clean kitchen towel on the counter til the next day.

You may be able to get the crust crisp again by reheating in the oven.

Here you go. 25 bucks. 900 bags. You'll be set for the next decade.

I've really been enjoying my Pyrex snap ware. I've been using them daily for work for a year now and they've been perfect.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BSZJYY4

My local Costco has them on sale, something like $25 for the set, $30 normally.

is it similar to this one?

https://www.amazon.com/MedTainer-Storage-Container-Built-Grinder/dp/B00DRHHYJI

I use a Stasher bag and it works well!

I have one of these.

It helps keep the bread fresher for another day or two, depending on conditions.

It's also on Amazon about half the cost: http://www.amazon.com/ECOlunchbox-Three--Stainless-Steel-Container/dp/B0040MH642/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1457640032&sr=8-1&keywords=eco+lunch+boxes

> If I cook up a big batch of rice, chicken + veg on a Sunday night and pack it up into air tight containers then put it straight into the fridge will it all keep fine throughout the week and be good to heat up in a microwave? (would have to make 5 lunches, mon - fri)

Vegetable dishes generally keep for about two weeks in the fridge. Beef and pork will keep for about a week. Seafood is generally only good for about three days.

> Probably a really stupid question but if someone can let me know or give me sone [sic] pointers that would be great :)

Buy some meal prep containers. Basically just easy to wash lunch kits. I like the ones from Amazon that have separated areas in them. Wal-Mart, Target, HEB, etc. will generally also have those types of containers in stock.

Beginner

• Pick one or two proteins and three or four frozen vegetables.
  
• Cook the proteins with salt and pepper in a skillet.
  
• Frozen microwavable vegetables are cheap and easy. Microwave bag for recommended time, usually 5 minutes. Add salt and pepper.
  
• In each meal prep container add one serving of protein and two servings of vegetables.
  
  Intermediate
  
  
• Instead of plain protein and vegetables, try some different recipes that you can find online.
  
• Protein dishes to try:
  
  • Chicken Cordon Bleu
    
  • Salisbury Steak
    
  • Meatloaf
    
  • Chicken Parmesan
    
  • Rosemary Pork Chops
    
• Vegetable Dishes to try:
  
  • Scalloped Potatoes
    
  • Mashed Garlic Potatoes
    
  • Broccoli salad
    
  • Roasted zucchini and Butternut squash
    
  • Potato Salad
    
    More Intermediate
    
    
• Try some all in one dishes like chili, soup, lasagna, jambalaya, etc.
  
• Find some good cooking videos online and try something new each week.
  
  
  BTW, call your mother and tell her thank you. Then ask her for some good recipes.

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They might have them hanging up around your produce section, you should ask! The brand my store carries is Earthwise and it was about $3 for 3 bags. As a warning, lettuce seems to stay crispier in a plastic bag instead of mesh

https://www.amazon.com/EarthWise-EW105-Reusable-Produce-Sacks/dp/B005E2QRPG/ref=sr_1_1?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1467085741&sr=1-1&keywords=earthwise+mesh+bag

I will put them all in 1 bag and throw it in to my reusable tote so that I always have them

Reusable silicone food bags. Just like a ziplock but reusable and dishwasher safe.

An example: https://www.amazon.ca/Stasher-Reusable-Silicone-Bag-Clear/dp/B01DZQT9CU

Not a regular here, but you can use reusable silicone cooking bags. Amazon has a few different kinds.

Stasher Bags are great, they come in 2 sizes and will be releasing a larger half gallon size very soon

https://www.amazon.com/Stasher-Reusable-Silicone-Sandwich-Clear/dp/B01DZQT9CU

I just know it as drawer liner. Any homegoods store will have it, Target/Wal-Mart/Meijer/etc. they make the same stuff for tool boxes but it is 5x as expensive and I can't figure out the difference.

The best thing you could do is wash your cabinets regularly with a good all-purpose cleaner like Lysol or soapy water and a microfiber cloth (approximately once a week to every few weeks). Also, make sure to wipe everything dry afterwards as a moist environment will aid bacterial growth. Here's a pretty good article that runs down properly cleaning cabinets. And though it's often not recommended, using a low percentage (3-5%) bleach solution probably isn't a horrible idea if you do it infrequently (it shouldn't damage the wood that much if you clean it properly). However, never use bleach on stainless steel because it pits the steel and may lead to increased bacterial growth in the long run.

There are also shelf liners made of antimicrobial materials that you can use inside the cabinets. As to actual wood treatments that would aid in antibacterial resistance, I'm afraid I'm not aware of any on the market. There's stuff like Silverban and melamine resin (often used in laminate flooring) that have good antimicrobial properties, but I'm not aware of any consumer products in terms of wood treatments for kitchen cabinets.

I have a friend who bought those mats that you use in the kitchen (or office or anywhere really) and placed it under their pad to keep it from sliding. Maybe that will work for you too? http://www.amazon.com/Grip-Shelf-Drawer-Liner-Black/dp/B000KFSOFI

I picked them up at Bed Bath and Beyond lol. But I found them on Amazon right here for anyone interested! Mine are in a few different sizes :)

You know what's a scary animal? Pandas. Sure, they're cute on the outside, and they look great as a bento box or a hand cream, but deep down inside, they're just a dirty look away from bustin' yo ass up. Our items are destined for each other because pandas stick together like a street gang. I had a run-in with the Black-Eyed Bitches, and let me tell you, it was not pretty.

^Ineedtolayoffthecoffee...

Here's the link to the set on Amazon

PackIt Freezable Lunch Bag with Zip Closure, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HJ8DFGC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_cFY6xb87R8HES

Combination of a freezable lunch bag and a double insulated thermos should work. They claim 24 hours but it won't really stay cold that long without ice.

I use plastic quart containers like these:


https://www.amazon.com/Reditainer-Storage-Containers-32-Ounce-24-Pack/dp/B00M9Z4SV6


They work great. Cheap.

I got these on amazon! If you look up "meal prep containers 3 compartment" you'll get a few options.

• Amazon.ca one I got
  
• Similar ones on Amazon.com

Does anyone have any meal prep containers they would recommend? Preferably, they would be divided and leak proof. I've seen these recommended a lot, but they don't appear to be leak proof. If there aren't other affordable "bulk buy" options then I will likely go with these.

I currently use some leak proof containers from BB&B for leftovers, but want to start meal prepping and would like to get some decent containers for transport to work, etc. without having to do dishes more frequently to get containers ready.

I use these.

On Amazon! Mines are these:

Freshware Meal Prep Containers [21 Pack] 3 Compartment with Lids, Food Storage Bento Box | BPA Free | Stackable | Lunch Boxes, Microwave/Dishwasher/Freezer Safe, Portion Control, 21 day fix (24 oz) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073TRZ91C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_paV6BbV1WCPZ2

Not OP but the containers in the picture look pretty much exactly like mine. I love them and they work super well for taking my meals to campus and work. Link: Freshware Meal Prep Containers... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073TRZ91C?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

PS: I am aware that glass containers are much better for the environment and I’m working my way up to them (really tight budget so I went with these for now).

Had fun doing this! Here's my drawing

And the link to the Item


Thanks for the fun contest!

Here! Check the reviews though. It's not just a pretty face.

http://www.amazon.com/ECOlunchbox-Three--Stainless-Steel-Container/dp/B0040MH642/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1457649870&sr=8-1&keywords=ecolunch

One of the fashionable men I work with carries lunch to work in this which I think is very cool if its your style

I just bought 900 bags for 2 cents each on Amazon. Definitely not using any fewer bags than before.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B004MDM6LC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I discovered that the reusable mesh bags in the produce dept of grocery stores weigh .3 ounces (less if you resewed them a little smaller) and are just as effective at helping me organize my bag as the heavier ones with plastic toggles that I used to buy. And they are so cheap. https://www.amazon.com/Earthwise-Reusable-Mesh-Produce-Bags/dp/B005E2QRPG

And now that i have my smaller quilt, I don't need to use the compression sack with all the buckles that I used for my bigger sleeping bag.

So I think a lot of it is re-thinking what you are using, and maybe looking in other places than just the outdoor equipment store for gear.

I know it sounds weird to buy something in order to be zero-waste, but we recently started using these bags for grocery shopping to avoid having to use the plastic bags at the store.

I have this set and love it but I got it from Costco for $30 regular price and I've seen it down to $24.

I love these because they seal well, lids are color coded, and I can can prep, store, and eat out of the same container no matter if I want to use an oven or the microwave. Definitely been worth the money for me.

Hits in our house:

• divided tupperwares with pre-made lunchables... crackers, chopped chicken or ham, and cheese you can really assembly line these and stick a small juice box inside too and we leave enough for one each low enough for them to pull out whenever they want.
  
  
• Pizza biscuits. Cut biscuits in half, get the kids to shape it into pizza dough, splotch of marinara sauce and sprinkle of cheese. Cheap, they make and assemble them, I bake them.
  
  
• Date rolls. They taste chocolatey and the kids like how sugary they are.
  
  
• Yogurt ranch dip and cucumber chips. This is easy to stick in a 2oz container and small tupperware and let them, again, pull it out whenever.
  
  
• Cut fruit. Apples, pre-peeled oranges, grapes, watermelon... I usually put some vanilla yogurt in a 2 oz container with it.
  
  
• Applesauce. You can buy this in giant tubs and split it into serving cups with lids.
  
  
• Granola bars from the discount grocery store. The mini quaker oats kids-sized bars or something like that are like $1 a box at mine.
  
  
• Trail mix. Trader Joes has small, pre-made trail mix bags. The chocolate one is the kids' favorite.
  
  
• Premade chocolate milk. Good lightweight snack for littler ones.
  
  
• Cereal. Too easy, and we'd put it in a tupperware bowl with a small carton of milk.
  
  I bought a ton of cheap kid-friendly tupperware and bulk disposable 2oz condiment cups for drinks, sauces, all of it. All of it gets thrown in a tupperware they can grab out of the fridge and eat themselves.
  
  I bought stuff like this : https://smile.amazon.com/Plastic-Bottles-Evident-MT-Products/dp/B06XKYZJD4/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1519783874&sr=8-1-fkmr1&keywords=kid+friendly+small+sealable+milk+jug#customerReviews
  
  and this: https://smile.amazon.com/Containers-Compartment-Food-Bento-Microwave-Dishwasher/dp/B0140ZN2EQ/ref=sr_1_4?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1519783960&sr=1-4&keywords=divided+tupperware&dpID=511Bgw-88UL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch
  
  I really only made the kids when they'd come over eat 1 meal at the table with us. The rest they just grabbed whatever they wanted from the fridge.. and I made them eat outside at their table so if they spilled I'd just hose the whole area off haha.

Silicone bags, y'all.

The gf and I had a similar discussion when we got ours, so we just bought a few to start and now we use them so much that we are going to pick up some more. We love them. You can use them pretty much anywhere you can use a ziploc/plastic bag, but these will last so much longer. And they're dishwasher safe, so we just throw them in there across a few tines and they come out like new. We got ours locally, but if you can't find them, Amazon has the best price on them that I've seen. Good luck!

You can get them on Amazon too. https://www.amazon.com/Camwear-Polycarbonate-Square-Storage-container/dp/B0001MRUKA

I dont know that it had a huge impact to be honest, fat makes flavor right?
Deer for me doesnt taste gamey, neither does moose so I always wonder if i am just used to how it tastes after all these years compared to beef.

I put it in to my pot, it held the heat very well, only went up or down by .1 degree the entire 70 minutes.
I only had a gallon or so of water in it, didnt need much for the size steak i was cooking.

I picked up a 12 quart container to cook bigger items like the ham i plan to do next weekend and a moose chuck roast after that.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001MRUKA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

A bit deep to reach minimum water level unless you are cooking massive pieces of meat...
Save your Homer bucket for outdoor projects.

12 qt Cambro polycarbonate container with lid.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001MRUKA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Best all around container IMHO

For completeness: he also gets regular pellet food twice a day. Greens are usually after, basically whenever we get around to pulling them out of the fridge. We have a very useful container for the greens, basically this.

I use this lettuce keeper and it works great! https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000OUY2QO/ref=sxts_bia_sr_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1496932293&sr=1&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=2973120562&pd_rd_wg=XErRp&pf_rd_r=GXJPJ3TG4JXFFHB6AFHP&pf_rd_s=mobile-sx-top-slot&pf_rd_t=9701&pd_rd_i=B000OUY2QO&pd_rd_w=D5xZw&pf_rd_i=lettuce+keeper&pd_rd_r=8FDX7VRSGBKN906FFT80&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65

I waste a lot less vegetables and salad greens now that I bought a couple of these "lettuce keepers", which also led to me eating more of those instead of buying other stuff.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000OUY2QO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The Flying Pan is a 'sweatpants diner'. Go and order greasy food and don't give a crap (even if you're wearing sweatpants). I don't think their food is that good and I haven't been more than twice in the past four years (despite going all the time in the past). Their pancakes are really, really dry.

If you're asking about whether or not there's anything they do or don't do that makes them successful...don't even bother. This is Hong Kong. We've seen a toilet-themed restaurant explode in popularity. There's a gourmet popcorn store in the IFC, where people wait in line so long they literally might as well watch a movie at the Palace IFC and get popcorn there instead. Hong Kong's dining choices, especially in the low/medium end range that your restaurant would target, is absolutely bizarre.

That said, I was thinking how fun it would be to open a restaurant here that just features a giant griddle. It's just so easy and quick to make damn near anything, especially Western cuisine. Eggs, fried chicken, pancakes, fried chicken, burgers, whatever. Add in a few burners for woks and cast-iron pans, you can cook just about anything you want.

For pancakes, I have a one gallon OXO airtight POP container that I have homemade pancake mix in.

6 oz all purpose flour
2.0 tsp baking soda
3.0 tsp baking powder
1.5 tblsp salt
3.0 tblsp sugar

Then anytime I want pancakes, it's just 2 cups mix, 2 cups milk, 2 eggs. Plus since it's a weight based recipe it's the same consistency even with this masochistic humidity in HK.

Currently I have one of those clear plastic sliding bread boxes. What started as "baking too many loaves one weekend" has turned into an experiment of sorts. Currently in the breadbox, vents closed, and so far visibly free of any mold, is a loaf of caraway rye. This rye was baked on February 8th, it's brethren having already given their lives that it may live.

I am hesitant to open the box for fear of ruining this streak. I have already decided that when I see visible mold I am going to cut and taste the inside to see how the moisture content, flavor, crumb, etc has progressed. I often have loaves with Caraway or some other seed/spice last more than a week, but this is ridiculous.

This looks like the same lunchbox if anyone is looking.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0040MH642/ref=pd_aw_fbt_79_img_3?ie=UTF8&refRID=1MX8KKD3HXQ9Z314M7KD

Should've been hoarding them for the past year or so

Or pay $.031 each here http://www.amazon.com/Inteplast-Group-THW1VAL-Thickness-Thank/dp/B004MDM6LC/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1451322307&sr=8-3&keywords=plastic+bags

Easier solution:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004MDM6LC/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1409752063&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40

I use these mesh bags for produce here. The cashiers at the grocery store always comment on how great they are!

I use these. I like that they are transparent, makes it less confusing for checkout people at the grocery store.

https://www.amazon.com/Earthwise-Reusable-Mesh-Produce-Bags/dp/B005E2QRPG

For produce that actually needs to be bagged, they sell reusable produce bags.

https://www.amazon.com/Earthwise-Reusable-Mesh-Produce-Bags/dp/B005E2QRPG/ref=sr_1_3?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1538778858&sr=1-3&keywords=reusable+produce+bags

It's an upgrade over plastic stuff. Pyrex doesn't hold odors, you can scrub and bleach the shit out of it without worrying about any damage/reactivity and you can bake with it.

However, if you're going to invest in a set of pyrex glassware, I highly recommend pyrex snapware. The lids on the regular pyrex storage are garbage - they stop being airtight after a year or two and they have a tendency to pop off during transport. Snapware fixes all those problems.

It's a damn shame they changed the formula though. I work with the real stuff every day, and you can abuse the shit out of it. I could pull Pyrex bottles out of the autoclave (>200F) and put them directly on ice... I tried that with the soda lime bottles once and they shattered.

My advice would be to go with a good 6 quart, but also pick up a bunch of glass tupperware. Something like http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BSZJYY4 Leftovers are your friends! (Especially in college. All of the goodness of slow cooked food, but with even less hassle.) It's always easier to make more food than you need and save it than to exactly make enough for one meal for one person.

This is the one I got, there are all different types available by different brands. I also got an inverter to plug it in the car on travel days. It has helped a ton! I heat a lot of things in it and soup lends particularly well to this.

Crock Pot Lunch Warmer

I got these as gifts last year. I use mine in the winter mostly to warm up soups and chili at the office.

Crock-Pot Lunch Crock Food Warmer, Grey & Lime https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00CEILVAE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_l8x2DbT1GZCM7

I saw a FA with this Mini Dash Griddle for $10, so I bought one. Great for cooking eggs or egg whites from a container, burger patties, pancakes. As someone else mentioned, The Hot Logic Mini Oven is awesome for slowly rewarming food or cooking raw chicken or fish. Usually $40, I bought mine for $30, watch those Amazon sales! Along the same vein, The Crockpot Mini Linch Warmer is great for soups, stews, lentils and chili. Price varies by color. I see the one I bought for $20 is now $13, so that's cool. Just to clarify, I'm not a flight attendant, I'm looking into it as a career change and they took away our microwave at work.

$20? I would say for $20, no, not at all. I got mine off Amazon for below $10, and I think that was a fair price. Here is a link to where I bought mine!

Step 1: buy lunchbox with a freezer pack in it. PackIt Freezable Lunch Bag with Zip Closure, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HJ8DFGC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_sQmezbTR9MCBN


Step 2: buy meal prep containers. btw these meal prep containers fit in the lunchbox I linked you and to give you an idea of the size of the lunchbox, that's the only thing that will fit in there. Meal Prep Haven 3 Compartment Food Containers with Airtight Lid, Bento Box, Fitness Lunch Box for Meal Prep, 21 Day Fix and Portion Control, Set of 7 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B011SY4P9I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_ARmezbD10DBBX


Step 3: buy food. You say you don't want to do any prepping which is fine but if that's the case buy applegate chicken breast. Not very high in sodium but not very low either. If you have the energy for just a litttttle bit of prep, try a rotisserie chicken. You will have to cut it up initially when you get it but once it's done, it's done for the whole week. You can eat this cold too if you don't have access to a microwave. Get canned vegetables. Rinse them off, it will lower the sodium content. Get fruit and vegetable platters that people get for parties, they are pre cut already. Other sides that do not need to be prepared can include string cheese, yogurt, mixed nuts (unsalted), granola bars, protein bars, veggie chips, boiled eggs, guacamole, hummus (this hummus company has their hummus paired with like pretzel chips on the bottom it's really just an open and eat thing).


Step 4: distribute into your meal prep containers

I forgot a couple of things I was going to say in my extremely long comment...

As far as the ingredients, the main ones you need are produce and meat. The others (flours, coconut milk, etc.) you can order online and have delivered if you feel strongly that you need them. I would suggest not getting a whole lot of those to start out, I didn’t tolerate them well until about 6 months in, and I can only have AIP baked goods in limited quantities now after about 15 months strict AIP.

As far as lunches on the road, I had a similar issue, and I would suggest something like this portable heated lunch box. With this one you can either plug it into the wall or 12V outlet in the car. Pack It frozen lunch boxes are fantastic for keeping your food at a safe temperature until lunch time without a lot of extra work.

Good luck to you both, we are here if you have any questions or just need to vent about this crazy way of eating. It helps so much, but it’s hard to get started!

Get a plastic cup (large size from a Starbucks or similar place). Put your vials inside it, in their original foil. Then put that cup inside a cooler bag. I have this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00HJ8DFGC/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1496014511&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=freezer+cooler+bag&dpPl=1&dpID=51iR9i1OV3L&ref=plSrch

It works well bc you freeze the entire bag! It's gel lined. You can also add more ice packs to this type of bag. If you use a regular style of cooler bag you'll obviously need lots of ice packs. But I've had TSA agents tell me I can only have so many ice packs, which is bullshit...but not much you can do. With gel lined bag that isn't as big a concern.

Then, bc I am a worrier, I use a thermometer with a long cord on it. I zip the gauge end of the thermometer in the bag, taped to the top so it's not actually touching any icepacks. And then I can keep an eye on the temp from outside without opening the bag and letting any of the cool out! Mine is the type of thermometer people use in aquariums/reptile tanks.

Typically this set up can keep my stuff at fridge temp like ~6 hours. Not opening the bag helps big time. Which is why I love the long cord thermometers! After that I have to ask for ice (like from the flight attendant or at the airport when I land). I don't know how far any method will get you on the length of flight you describe. But it's a good start.

Edit: pack some empty large gallon size plastic bags for putting ice into (like when you add ice during your layovers). Most bags, including mine, are not water tight. Better if the ice melts inside a baggie rather than your cooler. Mine leaked all over the floor of the plane. Whoops

Sure. Pulling the nib out was easy enough. I just used some non-slip shelving material to get a good grip on the nib and gave a decent tug.

The feed can only go in one way, it seems. You can just turn the feed around until it aligns with whatever channels are in the grip section and then it'll slide in easily.

Don't have the new nib yet, but hopefully this experiment works out.

Or, you know

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IXYIWC8

One of these will do the exact same thing

I agree with what everyone has said. Tent on the inside of the pack.

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If you must have the tent on the outside, go and buy some of this and wrap it around the outside of the tent. It will stop it slipping - https://www.amazon.com/Non-Skid-Drawer-Cabinet-Shelves-Non-Slip/dp/B00IXYIWC8

Or buy some Voile Straps and secure it with those - https://www.voile.com/voile-straps.html

PSA: Deli containers are an amazing way to organize your pantry and fridge

These dudes: 8 ounce 16 ounce and 32 ounce.

I saw that this is what's done in professional kitchens so i tried it out myself and oh my god, it's changed my life. I cook a wide variety of ethnic foods and have lots of dried chilis/whole spices/dried mushrooms etc. I also have a lot of dried beans and grains and specialty flours. Instead of having all this stuff in haphazard bags, now they're all stacked neatly and easily accessible, with clear labels (I used masking tape with permanent market to make labels).

Plus, it makes it easy to save extra tomato paste/buttermilk/pasta sauce/pesto/wine/stock to put in the freezer to take out when I need it. My freezer has never been so organized.

Something like this? They look to be about the same, just split into two compartments!

Amazon has great options. These are the ones I use [10 Pack]3 Compartment Meal Prep Food Storage Containers with Lids/BPA Free Bento Lunch Boxes/Divided Portion Control Container Plates-Microwave, Dishwasher Safe, Free Cutlery https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0140ZN2EQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_yh9.zbRT7AVB7

these are the ones I got! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0140ZN2EQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_xpMBzbS2T2Q6G

they're a 10 pack that is microwavable and dishwasher safe! It comes with sporks too and a cute thank you note from the seller :)

Got these from Amazon a while back. Work well so far. They've been fine in the microwave, and clean up easy. Planning on buying another set.

Not sure if this is the perfect thread but here it goes anyway. I'm looking for some help/advice. I bought these storage containers and they're dishwasher safe. Does anyone know if they can be put on the bottom rack? I've only washed them in the top rack but it would be so much nicer if I could put them on both

Do not buy these containers. They're fine for a few weeks and washings but they crack and shatter super easily. I'll never buy them again.

I also own these and these hard ones. The single compartment ones I've ordered over and over (they're plastic, they start to show wear and tear and break down after a while. Also I just like fresh containers lol. I buy new ones evey 3 months or so) because they're so great. Never had one break on me and they're a great size. The hard plastic ones are also amazing. The Plastic is thick and not flimsy at all. They're smaller but I've had no problems with them either.

I just bought a Jaxx FitPack luchbox yesterday on Amazon. It comes with it's own containers and ice pack. A coworker has one and I've messed around with her containers to see what they're like and they seem pretty sturdy too IMO. It'll be here tomorrow so if you're interested I can update you on them when I actually have them in my hands.

Link



Edit: these aren't exactly the same, but they're pretty darn close and rated highly

These are myths go to. They also make a container with two divided areas. I love them. They also hold up really well and are not flimsy at all.


https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01CYXUGOA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

For example:
https://www.amazon.com/Stasher-Reusable-Silicone-Food-Aqua/dp/B01DZQT9CU

These are exactly what you get if you buy the Anova bags. I have 2 of them and they work pretty well. They're a lot sturdier than a ziplock bag and there's no waste when using them. I will say that they seem to affect the cook times for shorter cooks, like those under 30 minutes or so.

Here is a link for the exact ones I purchased!

Freshware Meal Prep Containers

12 Quart Cambro. It fits my anova, and a bag rack perfectly:
http://i.imgur.com/NhlvmY2.jpg

Edit: I bought on amazon, although I expect you might be able to find it cheaper:
http://www.amazon.com/Camwear-Polycarbonate-Square-Storage-container/dp/B0001MRUKA/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1407864211&sr=8-4&keywords=12+cambro

12quart cambro. Here's the link: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001MRUKA?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00

I also have a bigger one - with 5 chops and that ikea organizer, it was full. Didn't seem to be a problem though.

It is super simple. Anova even has an app so you can monitor your cooker while you are in another room. They are on sale right now which is why I pulled the trigger.

anova precision $155 w the code SPRING25

12 qt container $24.95

container lid $11.08

apparently you can also just float ping pong balls on the top as well - having a lid insulates and slows the water evaporation

cheap adjustable rack to keep the meat in place $13.21

vacuum sealer $69.99

but for this you can just use freezer bags and water displacement to get a similar outcome

Here's a list of suggestions ordered by cost and required effort:

• Use software to control the fan speed. SpeedFan is a fairly good tool, if your motherboard is supported.
  
  
• Oil the fans.
  
  
• Buy larger fans. The larger the fan, the lower the RPM required to move the same amount of air. The lower the RPM, the quieter the fan will be.
  
  
• Run ducts to get cooler air into and away from the case. Here's a $3 mod. Ready-made ducts are also available, but a trip to Home Depot will prove cheaper.
  
  
• Invest in sound dampening material. Though, Dynamat is kind of expensive. A cheaper alternative to start with would be shelf liner and double stick tape.
  
  
• Invest in fanless coolers or water cooling. These are by far, the most expensive solutions. Water cooling also requires a good amount of dedication and occasional maintenance.

I use several different approaches.

For small parts (screws, bolts, etc) I keep one of these in my kit:
http://www.amazon.com/Ace-Trading-General-2198760-Magnetic/dp/B0029586ZK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=home-garden&qid=1300729892&sr=8-1

I also keep one attached to the outside of my tool box that I grab if I know I'm going to be pulling parts (I mostly use it for working on my car) so that I can attach it somewhere inside the car and toss the bolts in it.

I also line all my tool boxes with this (I have one smaller one for the car and one big one I keep in the apt):
http://www.amazon.com/Grip--Shelf-Drawer-Liner-Black/dp/B000KFSOFI/ref=sr_1_3?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1300729917&sr=1-3

It may not seem like an organizer, but it has enough grip that all the tools stay in position when placed on it, which is surprisingly helpful.

I use this for all my shallow and deep sockets:
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00933932000P?prdNo=5&blockNo=5&blockType=G5

I have one for metric and one for standard. I like this one over the others because the top of each spike is cut at an angle and printed with the size, making it really easy to see when looking from above (like you would be when looking in a tool kit).

I put all of my specialty sockets (Allen, torque, triple-square, etc) in the older version of the device below (I like the new one more and will probably switch to it eventually):
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00942331000P?prdNo=6&blockNo=6&blockType=G6

I keep my wrenches in their own drawer in one of these:
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00965223000P?prdNo=2&blockNo=2&blockType=G2

I've tried the foam that others have suggested, but I can never get it cut right to fit everything correctly. Also, you buy one new tool and all of a sudden the spacing etc. is all wrong. The top of my tool kit I pretty much keep all of my pliars etc, they only get semi-organized on the best of days :) There's just so many of them that they can't really be easily organized, which discourages doing any organization.

I love it! I'm ordering some today!!! Thank you!

This is what I use for my lettuce and it works great! Also! Don't forget to use smile.amazon so you can donate, a very small amount, to your favorite charity!

[for storing salad] (http://www.amazon.com/Progressive-International-LKS-06-Lettuce-Keeper/dp/B000OUY2QO/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=19QJF66EPM1P3&coliid=I2S0U1BWJPBOUF). Yay that is so exciting ready for A whole new you

I buy flour in 2lb packages because I don’t have access to bigger bags, but a quick googling brought things like this
https://www.amazon.com/OXO-Good-Grips-POP-Container/dp/B000UHYB9E

A cheaper way would be a foodsafe pails (you could get from a restaurant kitchen, where I live they come in different sizes with ketchup or mustard or stuff like that).

It maybe you find something like this available for you:
https://www.auer-packaging.com/us/en/Pails-&-Screw-top-jars.html?customer_type=private

Not well :(. I was on a tight schedule since I was leaving for university about two months after I threw this together. It was an OXO tall storage container. I threw some fans on the container to try to improve airflow, but keeping the cool from the refrigerator killed the batteries.

These OXO containers are great.

Tough, heavy, good seal, easy to use.

Bread keeper

My sister has one of these and swears by it!

Does Pittsburgh mean with fries on top? If so, then yes please. haha. (I'm from Pittsburgh originally. We eat everything with fries.)

I actually prefer my steak butterflied medium well. No soup for you!

Congrats on the new job, and good luck!

I have a feeling that /u/NJBilbo would be a fun dinner guest. :)

One day, there was a man called /u/TonightsWhiteKnight. As a white knight, he was taking a long trek across the earth to protect the innocent civilians from the direwolves, instructed to murder all those who did not obey their masters. Upon hearing a scream, he turned around to see that a civilian was in grave danger. After an epic battle of swords, blood, sweat and tears, the direwolf gave a cry of defeat, and the white knight was able to rescue the young woman, and she introduced herself as /u/asdfghjklanta. They walked for a while, and after a hard days work, /u/TonightsWhiteNight sat down for a tasty spot of lunch out of his Kotobuki Panda Lunch Box,truly worthy of a knight such as himself. 'That is a mighty fine lunch box you have there!' remarked /u/asdfghjklanta. 'The face matches that of my Panda Phone Charm!'. Both users decided to join forces, and continued to defeat all the bad guys with their awesome panda power! Another day free from evil!
(This needed to be written, and I don't know why but that has cheered me up so much...)

Here is a nice Guitar and lady for you. :3

I lovee bento! So a Geisha Bento Set or a Panda Bento Box would be soooo amazing. :)

YOU ARE!!!

ALSO WHAT IS YOUR OPNION ON THIS

I've got some amazing ideas for children, since I myself am only 15, haha.

Animal Finger Puppets

Panda Hat+Gloves combined

Panda Necklace and this is another similar one

(Phineas and Ferb) Perry water bottle

Penguin lunchbox (There's other animals as well, but no pandas) (I have the giraffe one and I use it all the time!)

Panda Bento Box!

(Phineas and Ferb) Perry hat

(Phineas and Ferb) Perry keychain lanyard!

Penguin pillowpet!

And for my prize... Ummm... This umbrella hat, duh. What else?

Thanks for the contest! Happy birthday to your niece!

Could it be...? My favorite bento box?

http://www.amazon.com/Stainless-Steel-ECOlunchbox-Three--Lunchbox/dp/B0040MH642/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1407470010&sr=8-2&keywords=steel+bento+box

I bought this and it is rock solid. Love it.

Can get them for a better price on amazon ($28.60):

http://www.amazon.com/ECOlunchbox-Three--Stainless-Steel-Container/dp/B0040MH642/ref=sr_1_1_s_it?s=grocery&ie=UTF8&qid=1457669361&sr=1-1&keywords=stainless+steel+lunch+container

Pretty sure it's this one: https://www.amazon.com/ECOlunchbox-Three-Stainless-Steel-Container/dp/B0040MH642/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&qid=1491405597&sr=8-14&keywords=Tiffin

I really like this box, it's lasted us three years so far and nothing has broken on it. This is an ECOlunchbox, I got it from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040MH642/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_nvZtybC1YQGXS

What about something like this? http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B014EBZEQ0/ref=mp_s_a_1_10?qid=1453354661&sr=8-10&pi=AA140_QL70&keywords=stainless+steel+bento+box

Or maybe this? http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0040MH642/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?qid=1453355008&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX220_SY330_QL65&keywords=stainless+steel+bento+box+leak+proof&dpPl=1&dpID=51TKhnyWGeL&ref=plSrch

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B004MDM6LC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_SMnjDbPQM48P2

http://www.amazon.com/Inteplast-Group-THW1VAL-Thickness-Thank/dp/B004MDM6LC

just don't throw them into the ocean for any whales to eat. cough.

Amazon provides...http://www.amazon.com/Inteplast-Group-THW1VAL-Thickness-Thank/dp/B004MDM6LC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1412107636&sr=8-1&keywords=plastic+grocery+bags

or you can buy 900 of them from Amazon for $20. One case will last you several lifetimes.

Not vegetarian for environmental reasons but of course I do. I bring my own little cloth bags for the produce and I buy a good amount of bulk items as well. It's difficult at first because you are changing a habit, but now that it's habit I rarely ever think about it. People actually ask about the produce bags regularly. I use something like this. But of course I still buy a lot of products that come in non recyclable plastic and other wasteful stuff. My philosophy has always been to do the best I can but not make myself crazy over things like this.

Not OP, but this is the brand I bought off Amazon. I absolutely love mine, they're really great and make me feel so much better about buying produce!

Well when you buy it, nothing. They are empty until you fill them with leftover food.

If you're asking what containers come with the set then just look here.

agreed...we bought them at Costco as Snapware. This set has some larger ones but that works for larger leftovers you can then re-heat at home or portion out later. The gaskets in the lids keep liquids in, though they can be a bit more labor to clean. I feel better microwaving glass more frequently as even the thicker plastic BPA free containers change over time with frequent microwaving.

I know you are looking for uniform sized containers, but I was able to get two multi sets of Snapware glass from Costco. I paid around $20 each for these, http://www.amazon.com/Snapware-Solution-Keeper-Featuring-18-Piece/dp/B00BSZJYY4/, which you can see are more than twice that on Amazon. I think they're great. After buying two sets we have 4 of the small rectangular, 4 small circular, 4 larger circular, 4 squares, and 2 large rectangular. When I priced out buying one-ofs to bolster the sizes I actually wanted, it just came out cheaper to get two sets.

TLDR: Keep an eye out for Costco. YMMV.

It sounds like what you have is working for you but, this is also an option. Works well and isn't as bulky.


https://www.amazon.com/Crock-Pot-Lunch-Crock-Food-Warmer/dp/B00CEILVAE

Brother, get thee to a soup crock pot. Your meals will not need to be put into the fridge.

https://www.amazon.com/Crock-Pot-Lunch-Crock-Food-Warmer/dp/B00CEILVAE/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1536106186&sr=8-2&keywords=soup+crock+pot

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Mods, forgive me if the link is not to be included. But think of other brothers and sisters who may face a similar dilemma! Even on construction sights/schools/park ranger stations, where some of our swoliest work, they have electric outlets where this may be plugged in for a warm and satisfying meal worth of Brodin's love.

https://www.amazon.com/Crock-Pot-Lunch-Crock-Food-Warmer/dp/B00CEILVAE

https://smile.amazon.com/Crock-Pot-Lunch-Crock-Food-Warmer/dp/B00CEILVAE/ref=sr_1_2?crid=176S9ML88OGEF&keywords=mini+crock+pot&qid=1571430113&sprefix=mini+crock%2Caps%2C196&sr=8-2

I just wanted to say that this little mini crockpot is awesome and helps me avoid the community microwave in my office! It doesn’t cook your food; it keeps your already cooked food warm. Turn it on in the morning, have warm lunch waiting. I use mine often! [crockpot]

(https://www.amazon.com/Crock-Pot-Lunch-Crock-Food-Warmer/dp/B00CEILVAE)

Edit: fixed the link

You need a mini Crock-Pot

That grinder is essentially useless... A better call might be one of these and then just buy a wooden dugout from any smoke shop, or buy one of those cig one hitters and just keep your container full of already ground up weed.

You need a medtainer.

Air tight, built in grinder.

Edit: on second thought that's more for carry if it's just to store at home get a pack of mason jars.

https://www.amazon.com/MedTainer-Storage-Container-Built-Grinder/dp/B00DRHHYJI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1503971705&sr=8-1&keywords=medtainer

use this daily

Ouch lunch thieves are the worst. Maybe something like this would work for those days you need to keep something cold to give you more options for healthy lunches.

https://www.amazon.com/PackIt-Freezable-Lunch-Closure-Black/dp/B00HJ8DFGC

Use something like this.

• Veg and hummus/peanut butter is hard to beat. Carrots and celery are fairly cheap, and home-made hummus is a relatively cheap option too. They may not be a substantial meal, but it will keep you going. Plus, there is no real need to keep them cold. Add an apple or a banana and it can be quite filling.
  
• Make your own granola bars. Some Agave syrup/honey, semi-sweet chocolate chips, dried fruits, quick oats, flax seed flour (or your choice of protein-rich flour), peanut butter (optional), generic rice crispies, and nuts can go pretty far in curbing hunger while not being too bad for you (just go easy on the sugars). At ~$3-4 per batch of 18, you can make them ahead of time and take a couple with you each day. I pretty much always use no-bake recipes.
  
• It's not inherently the tastiest thing, but canned/pouch soups can be eaten at room temperature as well.. If you can find a microwave (a number of gas stations still have them, just buy a banana or something if they act annoyed at you using it), just pack the meal cold with some ice (or use a pack-it lunch bag).
  
• Pack-It bags https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HJ8DFGC and an insulated thermos https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HJ8DFGC can be your best friends in keeping food hot/cold throughout the day.
  
• Bagged salad mixes are pretty cheap and can keep you going for less than $1.50 per meal.

I just got a couple rolls of anti-slip cabinet liner and put down a layer of that between my table and a tablecloth. Works a treat, makes getting cards up a breeze, and keeps the cloth from sliding around.

This kinda stuff: https://www.amazon.com/Non-Skid-Drawer-Cabinet-Shelves-Non-Slip/dp/B00IXYIWC8

hot glue gun these to underside of a rag rug and enjoy

Some people add little bits of velcro to the battery themselves. I don't love this as I just don't like sticking stuff to my batteries. However, this probably the most secure way of holding a battery in during a crash. Personally I use the anti-slip cabinet liner stuff since I had a bunch of that on hand. It works well(get the thicker stuff) but depending on your battery strap and the severity of the crash the battery can still pop out.

It is sort of like that. Maybe thinner. This is the stuff (sells locally everywhere).

A much better bang for your buck is to get a roll of non-skid shelf liner and cut to size. All sorts of things you can do with the leftovers, as well!

Good for you! its not easy but once you start you will feel so much better!

First make a meal plan for the week ie. How many days are you going to have that you can or will cook for the week. plan accordingly that way you can eat leftovers in between cooking days.

Also plan around your staples for the least expensive menu. That being said you can cook a large amount of something such as chili, spaghetti sauce, soups etc... and freeze them in serving sized containers to make an easy meal for lunch or dinner if you find you don't have enough time to cook. the crock pot can take care of a lot of that for you.

Meal prep containers are a great way to freeze and to portion control your food. like these I love these use them all the time

These are great for things like Spaghetti, or lasagna, enchiladas etc...
[16 ounce single compartment]
(https://www.amazon.com/Bolt-Goods-SMALL-Snack-Containers/dp/B01L5P17RS/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1519490404&sr=8-2&keywords=meal+prep+containers+single+compartment+small)

these are great for a lean protein such as half a chicken breast, with your vegetables and a small starch.

[28 ounce single compartment]
(https://www.amazon.com/Enther-Containers-Compartment-Stackable-Dishwasher/dp/B0742M47V5/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1519490427&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=meal+prep+containers+single+compartment+small)

for soups and stews I love these have been using them for years.

[16 ounce containers]
(https://www.amazon.com/Reditainer-Storage-Containers-16-Ounce-36-Pack/dp/B00M9Z4SXY/ref=sr_1_5?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1519490803&sr=1-5&keywords=deli+food+storage+containers+with+lids+16+ounce)

These are great for putting enough soup stew spaghetti sauce in the freezer for the two of you or more for dinner

[32 ounce]
(https://www.amazon.com/Reditainer-Storage-Containers-32-Ounce-24-Pack/dp/B00M9Z4SV6/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1519490867&sr=1-1&keywords=deli+food+storage+containers+with+lids+32+ounce)

These pens are washable markers says for wine glasses. I use the for my plastic stuff just write what is in it on the lid let it dry and freeze or put it in the fridge.

[markers]
(https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_2_18?url=search-alias%3Dgarden&field-keywords=wine+glass+markers+washable&sprefix=wine+glass+markers%2Cgarden%2C139&crid=13DGDTXU01L7F&rh=n%3A1055398%2Ck%3Awine+glass+markers+washable)

Now a few recipes for you These you can make in the crock pot while you're at work.

[Bigest loser crock pot turkey Chili]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/87rrsMl/biggest-loser-crock-pot-turkey-chili/)

[homemade crock pot chicken tortilla soup]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/cPq2HJk/homemade-crock-pot-chicken-tortilla-soup/}

Can't make this one while at work it only takes 4 to 5 hours.

[5 ingredient slow cooker balsamic chicken]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/TU9lJdi/5-ingredient-slow-cooker-balsamic-chicke/)

Not slow cooker recipes
you can use beef or turkey or meatless crumbles in this it tastes the same. Great recipe

[Semi's Chili]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/zsm7pJ5/semis-chili/)

[semi's spaghetti sauce]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/Qp9VFJQ/semis-spaghetti-sauce/)

[Sauteed chicken with dijon white wine sauce]
(Not slow cooker recipes)

[Authentic Mexican Enchilada casserole]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/CwzxXgp/enchilada-casserole/)

these would also be very easy to make and put straight into your meal prep containers and put into the freezer or in the fridge for then next day or twos lunches. Just skip the foil and heat right in your container.

[foil pack chicken enchiladas]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/KjYpFms/foil-pack-chicken-enchiladas-kraft/)

Of course!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P2L59X0/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_6iogvb16H8H04

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P2L59X0/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_6iogvb16H8H04

i just copy pasted this link from another thread, full credits do not go to me :)

Containers

I usually buy these, the lids are a little fragile but otherwise very good containers

Not OP, but they look a lot like the ones I bought. Here is the link on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0140ZN2EQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Seems kinda wasteful. That plastic builds up and gets costly fast, here are some that I have that are reusable.

I'm still new to meal prep, but this is what I'm using. 16 of them for $14.

If you click around, you should be able to find ones with partitions, like these.

For preference i would buy all glass with snapping lids.

like this:
https://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/store/product/proglass-24-piece-food-storage-set-with-easy-snap-lids/1042614517?skuId=42614517&mcid=PS_googlepla_nonbrand_kitchenaccessories_&product_id=42614517&adpos=1o4&creative=43742641549&device=c&matchtype=&network=g&gclid=CNXGvpLcmdECFY8AaQodamUFZQ

But really, the cheap set of these are good too. all one size lid, and it isnt too big of a deal if you lose one.

https://www.amazon.com/10-Pack-SimpleHouseware-Compartment-Container/dp/B01CYXUGOA/ref=sr_1_2?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1483025499&sr=1-2-spons&keywords=food+prep&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01CYXUGOA

I got these, and they definitely do the trick, but there are countless similar products available, depending on the quantity and compartments you're looking for. I bike to work so I wrap two elastic bands around before putting it in my bag which works well, nothing here has much liquid though.

Have you ever seen the Stasher bags? Target or amazon has them (https://www.amazon.com/Stasher-Reusable-Silicone-Sandwich-Storage/dp/B01DZQT9CU) and they are a miracle worker. I have 2 kids under 4 and sometimes I have to make dinner in a split second. You can steam veggies (healthier than most options) in a minute, cook rice, scramble eggs, re/heat meat, I make applesauce quickly with these as well. They can be a sous vid container as well if you want to boil a meal prepped ahead of time (or cook fish PERFECTLY, really and truly. Let it marinate while you work and boil it for a couple of minutes and voila, a healthy meal). Really, I can't sing their praises enough. I would invest in a couple of these to make dinner easy on you. Also look into some meal prepping, when it's hard to cook it's hard to motivate yourself, having some meals made already will help you stay healthy.

I will second the bag side welds issue mentioned above. I haven't done any super long cooks, but a friend was doing a 24 hour pork butt and had a side seal on a zip lock go bad, and that was no fun at all.

Short of getting a vac machine, getting a reusable bag specifically meant for sous vide is a good way to go. This one by Stasher is endorsed by Anova.

In the short term, perhaps someone here could comment on double-bagging using the zip locks? Perhaps two levels of failsafe might suffice?

• Instead of ziplocs we use reusable silicone baggies something like this. Once you have em you realize how few bags you use at one time and that you don’t really need boxes of baggies (depending on lifestyle, of course).
  
• Use a cleaning rag instead of paper towels when appropriate
  
• Try to use all the product (use bones and trimmings, etc. to make broth, etc.)
  
• It’s more of a side effect, but we don’t buy much processed food so we have less packaging
  
• Bring reusable bags when shopping
  
• I buy my meat from a local butcher who sources from sustainable, ethical, local farms
  
• Another side effect, but I eat very little beef - my main animal protein is chicken followed by fish. Also, my wife is vegetarian on the cusp of vegan.
  
• Reusable containers

I am right now making... it's not hot dog cheap but it's bulky and satisfying and cooks ahead for 2 days:

jasmine rice (1/4c per)
ground beef (8oz per)
cucumber (1/2 per)

and I have these bento boxes

so I precook:

fry ground beef

cook rice

shave/grate cucumbers (add 1 T white wine vinegar/1T sugar per)

and then just put a little portion cup of teriyaki (prefer gojuchang but the store was out!) in each and..

I am just in love with this. Husband's been REALLY picky with food lately cuz he just went back to effexor so when he likes stuff now I know it's awesome.


Sorry about your Jeep 😢

I bought mine off Amazon $13 for 21 Containers

Cheap enough that I don't stress when they crack.

Got them on amazon, so far so good.

Containers

I finally got a better container for my Anova so “Searing” week seemed like a good time to try and sous vide something again. I recently grilled some pork chops (on one of the few snow-free days we’ve had this spring) with great success, so this recipe for Reverse-Seared Sous Vide Pork Chops was a natural fit. I cooked them at 140 for 4 hours and then seared them in a mix of butter and olive oil. These were a great success: delicious, tender, and juicy.

For my MetaTheme, I wanted to make some sort of flaming cocktail. I settled on a Flaming Dragon’s Blood because it looked delicious and the deep red color kind of reminded me of meat, which fit well with the theme. This was surprisingly tasty, and the flaming presentation is always fun.

I have 2, one smaller for my daily stuff:

Camwear Polycarbonate 12 Quart https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0001MRUKA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_vCT1AbA0R3B10

And a second for higher volume cooking:
LIPAVI Sous Vide Container https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014U596GO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_H6AvKrmB7Nvum

I’d say you should start with the 12 quart but neither are very expensive. Also consider some ping pong balls for longer cooks to simplify any problems with evaporative loss. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IEB5T2U?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

I use www.seriouseats.com as my resource for everything sous vide.

Welcome to sous vide, you’re going to love it.

Why not put the chamber in a water bath set up with a SouzVide? That's what we use for our CLS systems on the recovery pot.

Here's what we use combined with a 22qt poly restraurant container.

anova sous vide $200

poly container

Not rectangular, but a lot of people use this cambro:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0001MRUKA/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1480213002&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=cambro+12+qt&dpPl=1&dpID=31%2Bg6k5lF9L&ref=plSrch

Much like others, I've purchased a clear plastic food storage container (12qt) with a lid that was easily modifiable to fit the circulator. The Anova fits perfectly into the corner and circulation is great.

The 12qt is almost a perfect cube, where the 18qt and 22qt are the same width & depth, only taller. Previously I had a hacked-together cooler, but these clear food containers work much better imho.

http://amzn.com/B0001MRUKA

http://amzn.com/B002PMV79E

edit: words

Rubberized mesh The tool chest came lined in it, but I bought a bunch at Walmart to line all the other shelves in the vault. Stuff is cheap, but does the job!

It's generally found as kitchen shelf or drawer liner.

http://www.amazon.com/Grip-Shelf-Drawer-Liner-Black/dp/B000KFSOFI

I love it! I will say that you will want this though for the drawers! I currently am using felt, but when I have the extra money I'll be buying it too! Without it polish moves too much. Just sayin'.

I've used a rubber gripping kitchen shelf liner to do the same. Benefit is that it can be cut to any size and used as a grip for opening stubborn jar lids too.
(http://www.amazon.com/Grip-Shelf-Drawer-Liner-Black/dp/B000KFSOFI/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1377810776&sr=8-3&keywords=rubber+kitchen+shelf+liner)

What about something like this? I know we use it under our cutlery rack in the kitchen to keep it from sliding in the drawer.

http://www.amazon.com/Grip-Shelf-Drawer-Liner-Black/dp/B000KFSOFI

Try cutting and using a piece of shelf and drawer liner. It'll help with the smell, and save your hands.

grab something like this rubber grip mat and put a chunk/strip of it on the passenger seat. Its small enough to fit under the seat for when you're riding solo and cheap enough to replace if you end up losing it.

Get one of these. I've stored kale for close to two weeks before, works really well (takes up a good deal of space in the fridge, though).

In case anyone was following this thread. I bought this thing http://www.amazon.com/Prepworks-Progressive-LKS-06-Lettuce-Keeper/dp/B000OUY2QO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1394787636&sr=8-1&keywords=vegetable+storage
and my sprouts are looking good after 5 days in the fridge. I also started using a salad spinner after de-hulling to get them dry.

An odd thing that would improve my life, lettuce keeper on my house and home list. There's a fruit and vegetable keeper on the same list. I really hate to throw away food, but I don't have great luck with lettuce keeping.

Sort my priorities! I also love when people have prioritized wishlists.

I have good luck with the plastic containers but I also bought a kind of Tupperware thing that has a compartment for water and a little vent, plus which veggies/fruits should have water or the vent open.

Mines sort of like this but it collapses for storage

I wash the kale after buying it, use a salad spinner to make sure it is fairly dry, then I put it in a plastic bag with a paper towel or two. That seems to keep it for awhile. I also sometimes use my lettuce keeper which works even better. http://amzn.com/B000OUY2QO is the one I use.

I'll dump a few pouches at a time into a container like this and I don't have any problem using it over the course of a few weeks. Much easier than dealing with reaching in the pouch with a scoop.

These OXO Good Grip POP Conainers are pretty money. I use them to store new cigars before they go in the humi and to store unused Boveda.

Some products I find help:

• Can opener
  
• Jar opener (twisty lids)
  
• Easy-open containers (mostly preference; I prefer the Snap and Pop kinds)
  
• Well-oiled pans, or at least non-stick stuff (a good pan/pot is underrated, I think)
  
  Freezing things is a great idea. He could still help you prepare and cook the things, and still have options if he doesn't have energy to cook sometimes. Lots of people do this, hence the sub /r/MealPrepSunday :P
  
  Maybe consider a crockpot (/r/slowcooking)? Might be good for a beginner, and the recipes usually don't require a ton of work.
  
  This likely won't be an option now, or ever, but if it comes up: a powerchair with an elevate feature is amazing. I mostly use this feature in the kitchen and am honestly unsure how I'd manage without it. (I'm probably overall weaker than your brother, but I can stand for a little bit, too. "A little bit" doesn't really cut it while cooking, IME.)
  
  One site that's great for beginners, I think, is Budget Bytes. They provide step-by-step pictures for most/all recipes, and, obviously, aim for affordable dishes.
  
  EDIT: Toaster ovens are amazing and so much easier than a regular oven.

I'm usually on a tight budget lol so I'll definitely look into it. I've also found these. I know they're clear but as long as you keep it in a dark area (or tape it up) it sounds like they would work just as well. The only thing is that they're plastic, but they're meant for food so i assume they'd work.

keep food in containers, I like these

just imagine pests swimming around in your rice and flour and whatnot while you are asleep and you never knowing about it

if they can't smell it or get to food they wont come to your house

These are my favorites: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000UHYB9E/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1449023382&sr=1-2&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=oxo+containers&dpPl=1&dpID=3112147NPTL&ref=plSrch

I have this one, I don't recommend it. Not enough air circulation.

http://www.amazon.com/Progressive-International-Adjustable-Bread-Keeper/dp/B001BB2LMM/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1398642762&sr=8-2&keywords=bread+box

found on amazon

I use the aforementioned bread bags for all of my give away loafs but for home storage I bought this bad boy and haven't regretted it. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001BB2LMM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_UmpMzbSCBNVFR

A bread box of some sort, unless you can eat a lot of bread in a short period of time. I'm actually looking for recommendations on this front as well; I seem to recall coming across this as a recommended option and wouldn't mind feedback from anyone who knows about these things: https://www.amazon.com/Solutions-Progressive-Adjustable-Bread-Keeper/dp/B001BB2LMM/

Oh, and: bread knife if you don't have one.

Bread Keeper is the best $13 bucks I have ever spent. Even has a built in cutting board and you can put it in there right out of the bread machine since it has a knob which vents it if the bread is hot and you can close it when you bread is cooled down.

When I have extra bread I just get a roll of clear plastic wrap and keep wrapping it around till its nice and covered. Then I can just throw it at my neighbors/friends.

Can't believe no one here mentioned the bread keeper. It really is awesome and beats a bulky bread box.

Ive Never been gifted D: But that k ^_^
Peelyoffy-an object that is losing flesh,paint,bark,ECT
I would really like This super awesome panda bento box but anything would be cool!

Yes. The two layers stack on top of each other. There is like a plastic lid for the top layer than a bigger cover that has a panda face on it.

Here is the Amazon link: Kotobuki 280-129 2-Tiered Bento Box, Panda Face https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00200L840/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_FRKKBbW4SHGDQ

I think you need this shirt!

EDIT: MORE STUFF These dice are pretty rad

Do you DM?

Mind Flayers?

Everyone needs a pound of Dice

Drizzit

Ravenloft



Edit: I was so excited to show you the shirt I forgot to link this super cute bento box on my default list!

I hope you'll be okay at your new job. At least I think you will. Two of my friends were managers of two different hotels and they both enjoyed it, the pay also wasn't bad. If you ever need someone to vent to feel free to PM me.

I found a couple of things you might like for your new job. Here's some DS games (Im assuming you have one because I saw them on your wish list) super Mario brothers 2 , art academy , the Nintendo essentials pack , and a wall adapter. If you don't want any of those you'll probably need one of these and for lunch one of these.

If I win then this please

How cute is this?

Or, more traditional.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00200L840/ref=aw_ls_2_6?colid=1HN87M92LGAR7&coliid=I1E15NYRFZJUUA

Probably that, it's so cute, but also quite silly. :)

I use this modular steel lunchbox and a canvas sack for whatever doesn't fit in there.

It's only $28 on Amazon!

$29 on Amazon http://www.amazon.com/ECOlunchbox-Three--Stainless-Steel-Container/dp/B0040MH642/ref=sr_1_1?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1457663192&sr=1-1&keywords=metal+bento+box

Wine bottle glass

Stainless Steel lunchbox

Water infuser

Food scale

Filtered water bottle. I have this and love it!

Thanks for the contest!!

Here's 900 plastic bags for $23. Keep them in your trunk. Problem solved.

http://www.amazon.com/Inteplast-Group-THW1VAL-Thickness-Thank/dp/B004MDM6LC/

So does amazon. http://www.amazon.com/Inteplast-Group-THW1VAL-Thickness-Thank/dp/B004MDM6LC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1412144402&sr=8-1&keywords=Inteplast+Group+THW1VAL

Inteplast Group THW1VAL 12.5 Mic Thickness, Thank You Bag (Case of 900) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004MDM6LC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_MK4mybZEZR64A

I just try to remind myself that I don't have to fix it or be perfect in my waste reduction right away. But over time to just keep plugging at it to transition to low waste/no waste.

These mesh bags have a tight enough weave that you can put grains/granola etc into them: Earthwise Reusable Mesh Produce Bags - Washable Set of 9 Premium Bags, TRANSPARENT Lightweight, Strong SEE-THROUGH Mesh for shopping, transporting and storing fruits and veggies. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005E2QRPG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_T7.4CbN8KTETH

They're still plastic unfortunately, but very handy for small tiny items that my cotton produce bags couldn't hold.

Hi all! I saw this big discussion on reusable produce bags and must recommend these as I love them so much! I would also imagine any other similar mesh bag would work well too!

Earthwise Reusable Mesh Produce... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005E2QRPG?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

I purchased these quart size from Amazon: Link

I like the clear because you can see thru them for identifying what foods are inside and if you're not good about cleaning, you'd see any gunk. They also sell them in snack bag size too: Link

Also, I know you didn't ask for this but putting it here in case anyone else finds it useful. Reusable produce bags: Link

definitely agree on Snapware. I have the 18 piece Pyrex glass set bought off Amazon, and it rocks: http://www.amazon.com/Snapware-Total-Solution-Keeper-Featuring/dp/B00BSZJYY4/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1407202447&sr=8-3&keywords=snapware

Edit: Yeah, it is Pyrex. I guess I was thrown off by the people above saying it was glass.

Pyrex snapware. I bought individual containers from a grocery store in Canada but amazon, walmart, costco, etc has the set. They are by FAR the best containers I have ever used.

Here is the mobile version of your link

My suggestion:


Get an Instant Pot and make your dinners with it.


Get a lunch crockpot and reheat your leftovers in it for lunch the next day (takes about 4 hours).

raw veggies and hummus. pita chips.

cheese and crackers.

sandwich roll ups.

also, there plug in options: https://www.amazon.com/Crock-Pot-Lunch-Crock-Food-Warmer/dp/B00CEILVAE/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1539128628&sr=8-3&keywords=personal+crock+pot&dpID=41Eu1wBYRvL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

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https://www.amazon.com/Umiwe-Electric-Heating-Portable-Heater/dp/B07HKN26WP/ref=sr_1_18?ie=UTF8&qid=1539128757&sr=8-18&keywords=plug+in+bento+box

They even have these little minis that are pretty cool and could keep a significant amount of cheese warm. Side note, now I want to buy one for on the go nachos

https://www.amazon.com/Crock-Pot-Lunch-Crock-Food-Warmer/dp/B00CEILVAE

Get a medtainer, theyre completely smell proof and have a grinder in the bottom. Amazon link: http://www.amazon.com/MedTainer-Storage-Container-Built-In-Grinder/dp/B00DRHHYJI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1398818033&sr=8-1&keywords=medtainer

I'm not talking about ziplock bags, when you buy at a dispensary it comes either in a smell proof bag or jar so it really doesn't require being courteous, and the containers I was talking about aren't fancy at all you can buy the for like $5-$10 dollars here

Also I can almost guarantee you that on every near capacity domestic flight you've ever been on at least one person brought weed with them, stoners have been learning to hide the smell and stay out of peoples way for like ever man.

https://www.amazon.com/MedTainer-Storage-Container-Built-Grinder/dp/B00DRHHYJI

Already have this - while yours has more bells and whistles ultimately these two devices do the same thing. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DRHHYJI/ref=asc_df_B00DRHHYJI5402272/?tag=hyprod-20&creative=395033&creativeASIN=B00DRHHYJI&linkCode=df0&hvadid=198077890298&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8948849832285521756&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9060017&hvtargid=pla-318444566286

I love my MedTainer! It keeps in the smell, is small, and has a grinder in it. I like the grinder because if you do not know its there, it is hard to find so you can keep your bud in there and even if someone finds it, they might not find the bud right away

Also, I have a safe like this that does not look super ovious when you put it with other books

Personally, I would recommend one of these- http://www.amazon.com/MedTainer-Storage-Container-Built-In-Grinder/dp/B00DRHHYJI

It is a container for weed that is airtight and does not smell, and has a quite good grinder in it, too. The grinder takes a little bit of trail and error before you figure out how tp use it most effectively. Just experiment with how much batch you pack, usually .3 or .4 is best. Twist while grinding kind of gently, and you can come out with something fine enough to use with the MFLB, or a more coarse grind if you prefer. I find these useful because carrying grinders is annoying, and of you have an expensive one they are easy to use. Its perfect for parties, and amaZon wont ask for any ID, so you're fine to order one!

I've heard good reviews about this product but haven't tried it myself http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01BFDN80Y/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1464713848&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=pax+case&dpPl=1&dpID=31bKXkbemgL&ref=plSrch

On the other hand I use a pelican case everyday and I've been happy with it. Definitely smell proof, water tight and durable. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004WKK8BU/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?qid=1464713978&sr=8-5&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=pelican+1010&dpPl=1&dpID=51py2nS0FqL&ref=plSrch

Lastly I carry a medtainer. Also, water/smell proof and durable. Holds my flowers and does a great job getting that nice fine grind I like for my pax. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00DRHHYJI/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1464714149&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=medtainer&dpPl=1&dpID=41cjz-wDGJL&ref=plSrch

That's been my set up for almost a year in an illegal state. It's worked very well for me.

I really enjoy the medtainer ( dank tank with a grinder built it ) the grinder is actually good quality and grinds the bud well.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00DRHHYJI/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1482345426&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=medtainer&dpPl=1&dpID=41cjz-wDGJL&ref=plSrch

or if you just want a regular grinder i would recommend the chromium crusher

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00QMXB38W/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1482345541&sr=8-5&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=chromium+crusher&dpPl=1&dpID=51wE2Osth7L&ref=plSrch

Just bought this freezable lunchbox the other day, and so far it's been great. Keeps food/drinks cold until lunch if I freeze it the night before.

PackIt Freezable Lunch Bag with Zip Closure, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HJ8DFGC

This one has ice packs built into it.

A freezable lunch bag. I got one at Walmart for a little over $10. It keeps mine cold until lunchtime and then keeps them from getting too warm if I take a late lunch. I usually pack two a day and freeze the bag again overnight.

use this:https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GRZINNS/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Carry it in my fjallraven backpack.

Also have https://www.amazon.com/PackIt-Freezable-Lunch-Closure-Black/dp/B00HJ8DFGC/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1492636830&sr=1-1&keywords=freeze+lunch+bag

Search "freezable lunch bag" on amazon or similar: convenient bags with gel freezer packs built in like this. Put it in your freezer over night, pack it with loaded shaker bottles to keep cold all day.

2000 cal of powder mixes with about 2L of water = 2Kg weight give or take. Plus some for the freezer bag, 3Kg, 6-7lbs heading out the door.

If you can establish a nightly routine of: mix one pitcher of powder, put in fridge to mellow overnight; throw freezer bag in freezer; wash bottles. Should be about 10 minutes with practice. Morning, pour drink into bottles, put bottles in bag, leave pitcher in sink full of water (because soylent hardens to plaster if left alone), head out door.

Living a busy stressful life such as you describe there is absolutely no problem with having a bag of potato chips/crisps when you want some salt. Or an apple or orange if you want to chew something. It's food, not a religion!

My suggestions- I'm a special Ed teacher who works with kiddos with behavior. It's very easy to lose my planning time/after school pumping time/lunch time to behavior/meetings/staffings/legal meetings/team meetings/staff meetings/and so on.

I have 5 planned pumping times. I require myself that I meet at least 4.

I pump on the way to work, at my planning time, at lunch, as soon as the students leave since I don't have dismissal duties, and between school and daycare.

Pumping in the car while driving has been very doable for me. It's "wasted" time anyway, might as well make it productive.

I always wear an underwire nursing bra (38f) and cami under any top. This way very little is exposed when I pump. (Bra flaps down, pull cami neckline under boobs, pull overshirt up). I have had people walk in on me accidentally, including my principal! Her response-nice! Very discreet!

I suggest http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00GDJRQPY/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?qid=1420177680&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SY200_QL40 for your hands free action. This is what I use at work and in the car. It is so easy to put on even in the car, totally adjustable, and very easy to use even over bulky sweaters!

Have a cooler in the car. I use http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00HJ8DFGC/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1420177817&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SY200_QL40 so I don't have to grab separate ice packs-just grab one thing in the am and go.

Some medela wipes for the car for your pump parts.

I know oatmeal has a big (2-3oz effect) on my supply so I eat oatmeal or oatmeal bar everyday for breakfast.

Do what others said and check out /r/abrathatfits

I found http://www.barenecessities.com a great place to find nursing bras for a whole range of sizes. And even with a larger bust i still found a couple bras I really like for under $30/each.

For under my rug, I just used the "don't slip around" mat for drawers underneath. It does pad it somewhat too and was super cheap at the dollar store. I saw some at Walmart too.

I use some of that rolled matting that is meant to go inside cabinets and drawers. I think I paid 4 bucks for an entire roll. Like this stuff https://www.amazon.com/Non-Skid-Cabinet-Shelves-Non-Slip-12-Inch/dp/B00IXYIWC8 but I picked it up in the home goods section at wal mart

There is a type of drawer/shelf liner that is non-skid and grippy. Maybe you can use a strip of that for the bottom of the pipe? this is the stuff I'm taking about

I've just started experimenting with using these 32-oz deli food containers for lacto pickles and peppers. Some I've drilled a hole in the top and airlocked, others I've just put the lid on loosely. Seem to work fine, aside from the slight smell residue others have mentioned.

I use these plastic to go containers for a bunch of stuff (day to day mainly storage of fresh herbs and leftovers)... works pretty perfectly with the size of my immersion circulator https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00M9Z4SV6

I use generic quart-sized deli containers like these for most of my dry storage. They aren't pretty but they also aren't ugly, they are cheap, and they work very well in the refrigerator.

Probably not what you're looking for but you asked what my favorite was so there you go.

Can I just use any food storage containers I have? I have a bunch of these that I was planning to fill up: https://www.amazon.com/Reditainer-Storage-Containers-32-Ounce-24-Pack/dp/B00M9Z4SV6

The narrow mouth of the mason jar is the problem. The solution is to switch to something else:

https://www.amazon.com/Reditainer-Storage-Containers-32-Ounce-24-Pack/dp/B00M9Z4SV6/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1543416741&sr=8-3&keywords=plastic+quart+container

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You just take it out of the freezer, run it under warm water for about 15 seconds and the whole block drops out. Put it into a saucepan and heat it on high and 5 minutes later you have hot stock.

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If there is any left over stock just put it back into the container and re-freeze it.

I put my cakes in my fruiting chamber 3 weeks ago today, and they just started pinning 3 days ago. For what its worth. My first grow took at least 2 weeks to pin. When I was using a terranium, usually called SGFC around here, I misted and fanned 3 times a day.

Now I keep my cakes in these and only mist once a day
http://www.amazon.com/Reditainer-Storage-Containers-32-Ounce-24-Pack/dp/B00M9Z4SV6/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1418653940&sr=8-2&keywords=tall+tupperware&pebp=1418653910138
It helps keep the moisture in the cakes, and if a cake does get contaminated it will not spread.

For the second week in a row the wife pretty much planned the menu. She chose a couple of old low-cal favorites, and a some new stuff she found on Pinterest throughout the week.

Ham Wraps - An easy portable little snack/meal and one of the wife's favorites. It starts with 8oz of low-fat cream cream cheease. Add in a bundle of diced green onions, some chopped ham slices, and a tablespoon of worchester sauce. Mix by hand, and smear 1/7 of this mix onto a low-cal tortilla.

Caloriess: 178

Cauliflower Casserole - A returning dish from last week that the wife absolutely loves. It smells like a loaded baked potato, and the wife confirms that it tastes the same as well. This week I doubled the batch which gave us more meals, and a bigger portion for each. We made 8 of these.

Started by chopping up 2 heads of cauliflower and boiling them til tender in salted water (took about 15 minutes). Rinsed until chilled, and then broke them up by rubbing between my hands. Put this in a casserole dish, and add in 8oz of low-fat cream cheese, 1 cup of low-fat sour cream, 1/4 cup of parmasean cheese, 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, and 1 bundle of chopped green onions. Stir it up, and into a 350 degree overn for 15 minutes.

Calories: 152

Chicken Salad - 1 can of Swanson cooked chicken, 1 tablespoon of Light Miracle Whip, 1 stalk of celery finely chopped, about a tablespoon of chopped yellow onion, and a healthy dash of Tony Chachere's Creole Seasoning. Not sure what the wife's plans are for this one (normally eats with Baked Lays, but I think she's eyeing some crackers this week).

Calories: 150

Quinoa & Black Beans - A new dish the wife picked out this week. Mexican is her favorite type of food, and this dish provides the flavor and plenty of stomach filling potential with a low calorie count.

Started by dicing a yellow onion, and sweating it in a little olive oil until they just start to develope some color. Then added in 1 can of low-sodium black beans, 1 can of diced tomatoes, 1 can of diced green chiles, 1 3/4 cup of vegetable broth, and 3/4 of quinoa. Simmer for about 20 minutes, and then remove from the heat and let set for a while. Scooped 1/5 of this mix into a meal prep container, and we've got a healthy portion for not a lot of calories.

Calories: 235

Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing - Salads are key to making this process work. My wife likes to eat a lot of food, and pulling that off on a diet means you need a big meal that's extremely low-cal standing by for emergencies. The wife tends to get bored easily though, so each week we try to find something to change it up a bit.

The salad was extremely simple. 1/2 of a bag of salad mix into a Chinese soup container, 1/4 of a cup of pre-cooked chicken strips. The dressing this week was the "something different". It was 1/4 cup of Dijon Mustard, 2 tablespoons of Light Miracle Whip, and 2 tablespoons of honey. Whipped together, and then portioned out in a little container I picked up off of Amazon.

Calories: 101

Pork Chili - This week's big soup was my pork chili. It's tasty, low-cal, and full of protein, which is important for me as much as I've been working out.

It started by slow-cooking a 3lbs pork tenderloin overnight in the Crock-Pot with some garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder smoked paprika, and 2 chicken bullion cubes. I set it on high for a few hours, then once it came to a boil I dropped to low heat and let it cook overnight.

The next morning I roasted a bag of little tri-color peppers and 4 pablano peppers for about an hour at 450 degrees. Then wrapped in foil to let sweat, and then peeled them and rough chopped. These went into my 3 gallon soup pot with some chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, smoke paprika, and red pepper flakes. Let this simmer for a bit, and then deglazed with about 1/2 of a Yuengling Lager. Then added 3 cans of tomato juice, 3 cans of chili beans, and let this whole mix come to a boil. Then I shredded the pork tenderloin by hand, added it to the chili, and removed from the heat. Let it set for an hour, and then enjoy.

Calories: 155 for an 8oz bowl.

Bonus Meal: I'm working out a ton, and don't care about calories. By biggest struggle at this point is actually getting enough food to keep myself going, so I've started making some breakfast sandwhiches for myself. It's an everything bagel topped with 2 scrambled eggs, a turkety sausage patty, and a little cheeze. Microwave these for 90 seconds, fipping half-way through, and they make a great little protein filled way to start the day.

Gear: When I picked up the new dressing containers this week it occurred to me that I've never done a write up about any of the gear that I use. This might prove useful, so here's the list.

Prep Containers: Just some basic 2 slot prep containers I picked up off of Amazon. I've bought about 30 of these so far, and been pretty happy with them. One of my orders came in with half of em broken, but a quick call to their customer service got it fixed. I figured the items weren't expensive enough to be worth their trouble getting shipped back, so I told them "refund half of my money and we'll call it even", and they agreed.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01I97JQ28/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Chinese Soup Containers: These actually started with me just reusing some actual soup containers from a chinese restruant, but they proved useful enough that I started buying my own. My "big soup of the week" tends to be eaten for dinner, so these don't get used for soup. Instead we've found that they make great salad bowls.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00M9Z4SV6/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

My New Dressing Containers: Dressing a salad more than hour in advance will lead to be a big nasty wilted mess. I bought these so that we could pre-portion the dressing and drop it in the salad bowl each week. On weeks where we make the Pizza Lunchables they'll also make great pizza sauce containers. Thus the reason I bought 8 of them.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XS2SHQJ/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I didn't have any, so while I was cooking I ordered some from Amazon Prime Now.
ChefLand 2 Compartment Microwavable Food Container with Lid Divided Plate, Bento Box, Lunch Tray with Cover and Microwave Safe, 10-Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P2L59X0/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_apa_Bb7Cxb6RQ5WRQ

Are these what you are looking for?

Sold and ships from amazon.ca.

You can get them from Amazon...

http://www.amazon.com/ChefLand-Microwavable-Container-Bento-10-Pack/dp/B00R9DCV8 for single space containers

http://www.amazon.com/ChefLand-Compartment-Microwavable-Container-Microwave/dp/B00P2L59X0 for two space containers

http://www.amazon.com/ChefLand-3-Compartment-Microwave-Container-Divided/dp/B00PY032QK for 3 space containers

These are my favorites. I also have these. I've used them for about a year and have only had to discard a few (one I dropped and it broke, the others were normal wear and tear).

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00P2L59X0/ref=psdcmw_12900081_t2_B00R9DCV8K

Where would someone be able to buy those containers?

Edit: Thanks for the replies, I found them using your tips.

Amazon Canada

Amazon USA

[10 Pack]3 Compartment Meal Prep Food Storage Containers with Lids/BPA Free Bento Lunch Boxes/Divided Portion Control Container Plates-Microwave, Dishwasher Safe, Free Cutlery https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0140ZN2EQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_jlJOzb9DRN29B

I just ordered these off Amazon today. Not sure how well they work yet, but I'll check back this week to let you know! 😁

If I had to guess, they're these:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0140ZN2EQ/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I got them from Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0140ZN2EQ/

I'll say though that the lids aren't great. I may get some different ones at some point as it's a bit of a pain to get a good seal on the lids. But they were definitely cheap, and they do work.

Hey there!
I'm in a similar boat. 24 years old, just below (or at, depending on the day) 300lb mark. I hate it. I've been logging into myfitnesspal the last 80 days, but the past month has been rough.

For lunch at work, maybe getting these will help-- I bought them off of amazon and they held up well!: https://www.amazon.com/10-Pack-SimpleHouseware-Compartment-Container/dp/B01CYXUGOA/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1499200179&sr=8-4&keywords=lunch+containers+with+dividers

Are you on MyFitnessPal by any chance? They have lots of tips on different types of meal plan. If you're not struggling with food addiction, then the simplest thing is everything in moderation, and those containers really help with that. If you think you are struggling with food addiction then Overeaters Anonymous is a great resource: https://oa.org/

Best of luck to you, slow and steady, you got this!
Feel free to reach out if you need any support :-)
It can be a lonely road, but it doesn't need to be!

Those LOOK like the ones I have! I bought theeese

I want to see how yours hold up op! Mine are pretty decent!

Ordered them from Amazon: 10 Pack - SimpleHouseware 3 Compartment Food Grade Meal Prep Storage Container Boxes (36 ounces) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CYXUGOA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_X9yTzb2B5DSNJ

No problem! Got them on Amazon. A set of 10 is pretty cheap; I'm going to hope to get a year's worth of lunches out of them before I recycle and get a new set.

A couple things I do/make:

• I cut all my strawberries for the week and weigh them out and pack them away in my meal prep containers. (5 oz of strawberries, one gala apple (~170-190 grams) and 33 gram of peanut butter (or 2 tbsp). I cut my apple the morning of because of them browning over time) ~325 calories for breakfast/morning snack.
  
• Make a greek yogurt tuna recipe that lasts about three lunches ( I double the recipe). I pack them in the same meal prep containers along with my Melba Toast Rounds and three pickles. ~300 calories for lunch.
  
• If I want chicken for lunches, I make a fajita dish. Super easy, I like to make more volume for this recipe, so I use three-four chicken breast cut into fajita sized slices seasoned any way you like your fajitas to taste and 4 bell peppers (any color you like, i use this) and one onion. I usually have my bf fire up the grill for the best taste. Or just pan fry them (which takes a lot longer to get that crispy look). ~200 give or take the quantity for lunch.

So I bought these simplehouseware containers to make meals to freeze and I'm not happy. When put in the freezer the plastic becomes very brittle and breaks easily. After three batches I'm out a couple lids.

These are great. I'm sure something similar exists in europe!

Some people use these silicone bags: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DZQT9CU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_eRarybBD3TVVX

Have you checked these out? they are reusable and should function in a sous video application. I agree with you about the instant pot getting more every day use

Thanks. Try this: Freshware Meal Prep Containers... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073TRZ91C?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Even Better deal-https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B073TRZ91C/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I'm not sure but it kind of mimics this lettuce keeper which worked wonders for me.

Buy a small crockpot food warmer if you have an outlet and space at your desk. It doesn't cook food, but will warm your food in a few hours without drying it out.
Crock-Pot Lunch Crock Food Warmer, Grey & Lime https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CEILVAE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_8j0JDbZDQY8SF

This is what I use at home. This brand is used in professional kitchens.

Camwear Polycarbonate Square Food Storage container, 12 Quart https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0001MRUKA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_BcFSAbKAGC53Z

Source: am cook

I realize I'm in the minority here, but I really don't like this for so many reasons including:

• the 10x increased waste / transport cost of paper bag replacements
  
• the sheer convenience of free plastic bags and their myriad advantages over paper: light, handles, waterproof (as a parent this is huge), airtight
  
• Currently the grocery store is the place where I recycle much of the mailer packaging I receive from online shopping, popped VacPacs and whatnot. You'll see a message on them that says "recycle with plastic bags". If the grocery store no longer uses plastic bags what incentive is there for them to keep and empty those recycle bins?
  
• government overreach; I'm as liberal as they come but freedom is f-cking important. Bans are serious business.
  
  For those that need plastic bags here's a link to the ones I have purchased. If you time it right you can get 900 for $10.