From top, egg roll in a bowl except we made it with boiled chicken instead, Cajun turkey meatloaf (not really a recipe I found, just some random creation I've progressively changed until I really liked it) with mashed potatoes and okra, and turkey rollups with spinach and aged white cheddar served with nuts for him and roasted chickpeas for me, carrots, celery, and grapes (ranch not pictured)

The containers I use are these. They are reusable and dishwasher and microwave safe. I love them.

This already happens. I've been using a banana stand as my headphone hook for 4 years. If you look them up on amazon all of the user submitted photos are headphones.

http://www.amazon.com/Spectrum-Diversified-42978-Banana-Holder/dp/B000G66N2M/

dude, you bring a microwave to the job site? that is some next level genius there.

i've got a nice thermos, and grabbed one of these https://www.amazon.com/HotLogic-Mini-Personal-Portable-Black/dp/B00EC7XJ00/

to run off the truck inverter... but i think i really do need a microwave.

bringing your own food is way healthier than eating out, anyways.

I use these containers

I use reusable containers. I really like doing all the meal prep, and cleaning on Sunday. Then during the week I don't have to cook, or do any dishes. I put my empty containers in the dishwasher and do 2 loads during the week before Sunday. Super simple, and a time saver. :)

I have what would appear to be the same containers. I guy them on Amazon. They work well but you should use plastic cutlery with them because metal knives will score them.

They are microwave and dishwasher safe.

Enther Meal Prep Containers [20 Pack] 3 Compartment with Lids, Food Storage Bento Box | BPA Free | Stackable | Reusable Lunch Boxes, Microwave/Dishwasher/Freezer Safe,Portion Control (36 oz) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072B9F7W4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_oqSXAbGC479N4

Its a timed lock box. You set the time and its locked until then. No override. Feel free to ask if you have any questions about it!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00E9J3MLM/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_5xEKub1DBJGDB

I just bought those same containers the other day!

$10 for 20 of them on Amazon right now!

EDIT: [OP commin in clutch with the link] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B011SY4P9I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_ZbOazbMVG53F3) while I was distracted by the NFL Draft. Good lookin out /u/Ikantra

Rubbermaid 12 Qt Container

EVERIE Collapsible Hinged Sous Vide Container Lid

Anova Wifi/Bluetooth Sous Vide

I found mine on Amazon.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00E9J3MLM

Not a shill, just a big fan of this thing.

Edit, more detail: I ordered the box on a whim one day. I was smoking very regularly at this point, most days, and starting to see my productivity slip. I'm a writer, so I'm my own boss, but I could definitely see myself losing whole days when I could have been working.

When the box arrived I was excited, but nervous. I wasn't sure how I would feel once I hit the button and locked the case. I set it for 10 minute bursts the first night, using the box to help regulate my intake. I found it far easier to focus on other things now that I wasn't having to constantly be thinking about whether I should take another hit or not. There's no killswitch on the box, no way to unlock it without destroying it (and even that would take a fair effort), so I just forgot about it every time until the box slid open ten minutes later.

At the end of that night I set it to open the next evening. I was worried that would be harder, but it barely affected me all day. That night I set it for the end of the work week. I spent a whole week with only mild cravings, but most of the time it just wasn't on my mind.

So that's my pattern now. It's surprisingly easy to deal with psychologically. It's been invaluable in the process of me improving my relationship with weed. Couldn't recommend it enough.

Doing like that it in a cooler might save you .25 cents in energy costs for a 24 hour cook while looking terrible and not allowing you to see what's going on. It's not really keeping things much more consistent.

This:

Rubbermaid Commercial Products Plastic Space Saving Square Food Storage Container for Kitchen/Sous Vide/Food Prep, 12 Quart


And this:

Collapsible Hinged Sous Vide Container Lid

And you have pretty much a perfect setup in my opinion for only $25. If you really are concerned about it not being insulated, you could use towels or get a sleeve for ~$20. But then you can't see in it again. And you would need to use it for almost 2000 hours to recoup your energy costs.

This is what I use

> a better way to do it—short of cutting a device-shaped-hole in the lid—is to use Ping-Pong balls.

Cutting a device-shaped-hole in a lid is actually quite easy for some kinds of lids.

Ping pong balls are cheap but so are these lids and the containers that go with them.

Amazon. These are my preferred choice

This!

It's nice and small but it can hold so much. And I love to go all out for my lunch since I don't eat much dinner. Add to the fact I hate when I spill soup in my backpack this is the best thing since magic for me.

Just use a banana stand..... its like 10$ on amazon

http://www.amazon.com/Euro-Banana-Holder-Satin-Nickel/dp/B000G66N2M/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1417236547&sr=8-1&keywords=banana+stand

I have a microwave at my office space rental, but I'm on the road a lot with my job, so I've looked into many different solutions. There are a variety of options available.

Non-electronic storage:

They make a squattier version of the Thermos you have from RTIC, which is what I sometimes use:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DRP86T1

Spoon for size comparison:

https://i.imgur.com/AR4itKB.jpg

It's not so deep that I can't get a spoon in. It'd be nice if it were a little wider, but it does the job. A bit smaller than your Thermos at 17 ounces. Pinnacle Thermoware sells insulated a pretty nice insulated bowl set, if you specifically want a bowl shape:

https://www.amazon.com/Pinnacle-Serving-Salad-Soup-Dish/dp/B07RT1X47C/

If you need more food than just one bowl can hold, Ailijin makes a 2-bowl, single-tote insulated solution: (kind of a round bento-style)

https://www.amazon.com/AILIJIN-Leakproof-Insulated-Stainless-Portable/dp/B07QQ9JYG3/

If you need to heat up a soup before you go to put into an insulated storage container, I use one of these vented microwave mugs, so it doesn't explode all over the inside of my microwave when heating up:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01F5IC478/

Electronic storage:

Beyond that, there are 3 common electronic options, depending on what power you have available: (12V in a car or an A/C wall plug)

1. Crockpot Lunch Crock (A/C power)
   
2. RoadPro 300F lunchbox oven (12V car power)
   
3. HotLogic lunchbox oven (A/C power, car-compatible A/C, or 75w+ inverter for car power)
   
   The Crockpot unit is basically like your Thermos, except you plug it in to heat it, and it has a pretty nice wide bowl size. My buddy has one & it's pretty dang handy! My brother has the RoadPro, as he's on the road all day long, and it's super nice because it does a pretty decent job (heats up to 300F, basically like a mini oven), so you can heat up burritos, melt cheesy stuff like lasagna, etc.
   
   The HotLogic is nice because instead of just being a mini portable crockpot, it's also a mini oven, and can be used from a wall plug, a newer-vehicle 2-prong car plug, or with a 75-watt (minimum) inverter. There's a good Facebook group available as well! It heats up to 218F & then holds the food at 180F, so it's more for reheating food than cooking food, like the RoadPro can do (HotLogic says you can cook chicken breast in it in about 2 hours, but ehhh...), but it's also a bit more versatile as you can plug it directly into the wall an hour before lunch & have your food ready to go without needing a microwave or toaster oven.
   
   Homemade soup:
   
   If you're into soup & haven't heard of Souper Cubes, it's basically a silicone ice cube tray with 1/2-cup & 1-cup markings (4 per tray) & lids, plus a wire frame around the top to hold it together, which makes portioning out bulk soup cooks super easy:
   
   https://www.soupercubes.com/
   
   I mean, just look at this insanity:
   
   https://www.instagram.com/p/B0cU_UFBSQp/
   
   Also, if you're into making soups at home, the Instant Pot (electric pressure cooker) is my BFF...it makes cooking soup a lot faster & more automated (aka easier overall!). Poaching from another one of my posts, here are some soup ideas: (I use the IP for soups, stews, bisques, broths, stocks, etc.)
   
   

• Ham & bean
  
• Vegetable beef
  
• Chili con carne (chili is just thick soup...lol)
  
• Olive Garden's creamy chicken gnocchi
  
• Broccoli cheddar potato soup
  
• Asian chicken noodle
  
  Some ideas for soup toppings & easy no-knead breads:
  
  
• Ranch oyster crackers
  
• Cheese & onion roasted chickpeas
  
• Homemade flavored croutons
  
• Crusty rolls
  
• Ciabatta bread
  
  Also if you're trying to get more veggies in your diet, check out this master guide on making blended soups in the Instant Pot, definitely worth a read:
  
  https://allthenourishingthings.com/make-blended-soup-instant-pot/
  
  I tend to make soup about once a week in my Instant Pot at home, then freeze it in my Souper Cube containers, and keep a stash of different varieties in my freezer so I can just grab one & go. When you have a solid storage system setup (electronic or non-electronic), it makes the whole process pretty dang easy:
  
  

1. Store a variety of soup flavors at home (Souper Cubes or canned soup)
   
2. Heat it up in the vented mug if you need it hot before you leave
   
3. Put it into your container of choice
   
4. Heat up your container (if needed) & enjoy!
   
   For me, it's really about nailing down a solid process & taking care of all of the little annoying details. Like you said, the tall insulated mugs are too small to get a spoon into & eat out of, so you have to find something better that meets the needs of your individual situation better. Then, setting up a system to support convenience means you can always have a variety of soups to grab before you leave the house, whether it's a can that you heat up in a vented mug & store in a food thermos or a frozen Souper Cube that you toss in a Crockpot Lunch Crock & plug in before lunch!

That link is highway robbery.

https://www.amazon.com/Freshware-15-Pack-Compartment-Bento-Lunch/dp/B01GH5KQLO/

Can he get a good quality thermos? If so, he can bring a hearty soup, a lighter soup with side sandwich, rice with some grilled chicken, fried rice, stir fried noodles, some pastas etc... pretty much anything that is on the denser side or anything that will retain heat pretty well. It won't be piping hot, but with a good thermos it should be warm for many hours. I wouldn't store it overnight in a fridge, but before leaving for the day, you can pop whatever is for lunch in the microwave and then place it in the thermos.

Amazon

Sorry, here's the link: http://www.amazon.com/Meal-Prep-Haven-3-Compartment-Containers/dp/B011SY4P9I/ref=sr_1_4?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1451911954&sr=1-4&keywords=meal+prep

[Edit for link]

I got these ones because I like having one compartment and because the came in a pack of 7 as opposed to 15-20 like a lot of the other choices
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0128YT76S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_LC70AbA8V615W

There are some nice glass options that I would have preferred but I was worried about people stealing them from the work fridge. I ended up switch to intermittent fasting so I don't even take a lunch to work anymore so I'm kind of glad I didn't spend more for the glass lol

Lets start before Cubans, and I'll assume you know nothing about cigars and just start from the beginning.

Okay, as far as humidors go, there are a bunch of options. The quickest and easiest way is to buy a tupperware container that seals well and a few boveda packets (you can get either on amazon). I'd recommend 65% if you're using a "tupperdor" (69% for a wooden humidor...of course depending on the climate where you live etc...). Rough rule of thumb is to use one 60 gram packets for every 25 cigars the container can fit. We'll get more into wood humidors later.

The next thing you'll want to have is a digital hygrometer. You can snag one for 15-20 bucks on amazon. If you're using multiple tupperdors, I wouldn't worry about having one in each, just switch the meter to a different container every week or so to make sure they're staying good. With boveda packets, you shouldn't have a problem. Anyway, when you get your hygrometer, you want to calibrate it. The packaging or instructions may say that it is calibrated at the factory and does not need to be tested. Ignore that. Get a bottle cap, fill it about 2/3 up with table salt, and a few drops of water. Put the cap in an airtight container (a zip lock bag will do) with the hygrometer. Wait a day, and see what the hygrometer says. If it says 75%, you're good. If it doesn't, adjust it until it does, and then leave it in the bag a few more hours to make sure it stays there. You will find that you may develop your own preference for the Relative Humidity (RH) of your cigars, but it your container is reading in the mid sixties to the low seventies, you're around where you want to be. Keep an eye on the temperature, too. I like to keep mine below 70 degrees F. If they get into the high seventies, your cigars may literally begin hatching beetles.

Now onto wooden humidors: these are much more of a pain in the ass than tupperdors, in terms of setting it up. As far as a specific model, there are a ton and it depends on too many things to specify from the information you gave. Personally, I'd recommend a humidor that can hold more cigars than you plan on needing. My first humidor holds fifty cigars. I now have another 25 count (although, that was free and I didn't need it until I figured "fuck it, might as well fill it"), a 100 count, and two tupperdors. So as far as picking one out, I'd recommend again going bigger than you think you need, make sure it is at least lined with spanish cedar, and just check reviews to see how it seals. Every humidor will have bad reviews because a lot of people don't know how to season them, so look for reviews from people who seem to know what they're doing. And I'd personally stay away from anything with a glass top, it's just another place it can lose a seal.

Speaking of seasoning, you have to season a wooden humidor, which means to sort of saturate the wood to the correct humidity level. If you don't, the wood will eat up the humidity being released by your humidifying thingamajig instead of it being all for your sticks. There's a couple ways to do this: you can get distilled water (or a premade solution of distilled water and propylene glycol, it really doesn't matter) and wipe the wood down with it, with a barely damp cloth or sponge. If you get the wood too wet, it will warp and the humidor won't seal. Then leave a bowl or shot glass filled with the distilled water in the humidor and let it sit a few days. Note that the water being distilled is not optional, do not use any other water, no tap, no spring water. Only distilled water. You want nothing in the humidor except spanish cedar, cigars, and moisture.

The easier way to season a humidor is to buy boveda seasoning packets. They regulate the environment in the humidor to 84%. Buy the same amount you'd need if they were regular bovedas, one per 25 cigar capacity. Put them in the humidor, close the humidor, come back 14 days later and take the packets out. Replace them with (I'd recommend) 69% packets. Put cigars in over the course of a few days (you don't want to add them all at once, it will swing RH levels).

I'd recommend this for a tupperdor, in the largest size:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00284AG5U/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have this humidor, I like it:
http://www.cheaphumidors.com/the-othello-checkerboard-pattern-cigar-humidor.html

I also have this smaller humidor which I'm still seasoning, but it seems to seal well enough:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B072NZK9K4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Seasoning packets:
https://www.amazon.com/Boveda-Humidity-Seasoning-Humidifier-Dehumidifier/dp/B004NXXBLA/ref=sr_1_10?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1502648759&sr=1-10-spons&keywords=boveda+seasoning&psc=1

Packets to regulate RH (pick whatever RH you'd prefer, I like 69 for wood and 65 for tupperdor):
https://www.amazon.com/Boveda-2-Way-Humidity-Control-Large/dp/B004LHSOBK/ref=sr_1_1_s_it?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1502648826&sr=1-1&keywords=boveda+69

Distilled water/propylene glycol if you want to go that route:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0040OEB6G/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Hygrometer (I like round ones because a lot of humidors will have a cutout for the shitty analog hygro they all come with and the round ones will fit there):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004167OY4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Someone let me know if I missed anything.

Edit: I didn't mention beads, the "soak this weird thing in distilled water" humidifier or kitty litter because I really don't think there's a good reason to steer someone towards them, but I really haven't ever used any of it so if someone wants to add something about those, please do.

Please tell me you are not smoking in your god damn dorm?

If you are; go the fuck outside, you are in fucking college. Toking in your dorm isn't cool or edgy. It is more disrespectful than anything, not everyone wants to smell it. Be the considerate toker.

If you are not; quit being a dirty ass toker smelling like weed everywhere you go. Again, be considerate and not a stereotype.

If it is simply because of the weed you have on you; get a tightvac from Amazon. Zero smell. I have that 6oz one. Holds my grinder, pipe, 1/8th and two lighters easy.

I bought a second one recently for edibles. No smell at all from either tightvac.

They have bigger and smaller ones for whatever your needs are.

Be smart! These flowers are not worth fucking up your life.

This with an appropriate car adapter so you can plug it in. I got one for my gf who works out of a truck

If you are making your boyfriend lunch every day, you need to take a look at bento boxes! It's a Japanese lunchbox. Usually it has rice, fresh veggies, eggs, noodles, chicken, sausages, or anything else you can imagine! I've even made sushi, dumplings and soup. I haven't made any in a couple years, but I used to make them for my wife. They are very healthy and filling and don't need heating.

They make special boxes if you want. However, a couple Tupperware containers will work fine. If you really get into it, you might find a thermos lunch jar.

You can try this book from Amazon. It's a good intro from an American perspective.

http://www.justbento.com/

http://www.aibento.net/

http://lunchinabox.net/recipes/

Fitpacker on Amazon

28 Oz. Microwavable and Top Rack Dishwasher Safe

I've frozen a few, seem to hold up just fine.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00VWJHFTM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GH5KQLO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_MHZUzb7630GX4

The pull through is the worst thing you can use.

If it is for a Spyderco Bug, I assume it will not be hard use and all you have to do is to maintain the edge.

Here are some ways you can do so:

• Use the underside of a ceramic mug to hone your edge (FREE)
  
  
• Arkansas Ceramic Rod ($2.39 - 5.91)
  
  
• DMT Mini-Sharp (Get the Fine or Extra Fine) ($8.56 - 9.99)
  
  
• [Lansky Turnbox (a.k.a Discount Spyderco Sharpmaker)](https://www.amazon.com/Lansky-4-rod-Crock-Sharpener-LCD5D/dp/B000B8FW0E/ref=sr_1_7? ie=UTF8&qid=1467990733&sr=8-7&keywords=ceramic+rod) ($14.09)
  
  Honestly, If you're really strapped for cash and pinching pennies, the Turnbox is the most reliable system you can get on a budget and it'll go a long, long way.

Excuse me from copying my reply from a previous BIFL, but I still feel strongly:

MISTER BENTO MISTER BENTO MISTER BENTO

It's a bit complicated--follow me here. It's an insulated tube just like a thermos, with four round containers. I'll take you through them, from the bottom up.

Soup bowl: Actually a pretty nice soup bowl. It's got a lid that screws on, as well as a pressure-valve on the lid to prevent a vacuum forming as it cools (it's going to cool a little, no matter the insulation... thermodynamics still exists).

Rice bowl: It's a Japanese product, so there's a big compartment for rice. I never have a problem fitting a sandwich in here, if that's what you're in the mood for. You... you get used to sandwich-pucks eventually. Important thing here is that the lid on this bowl is thick and insulated, to help keep whatever's in here and the soup warm.

Veggie bowl: As I understand the typical Japanese meal (read: none), this is a bowl that's supposed to house some vegetables. You may have noticed that the bowl below this has a thick insulating layer. The way it's designed, this compartment and the one above it aren't insulated. It's actually pretty cool, when you think about it. I would usually use this for some roughage... dry cereal or something.

Tiny top bowl: This is it. Another non-insulated bowl. I'd usually put a cookie or two in here.

The whole thing is leak-proof, and it really does a fantastic job. Once you think about the two-hot-two-plain thing, you can put some fun meals together. The insulation works well--soup was always warm come lunchtime. And it's surprisingly big, too. You won't finish eating and want for any more. I didn't finish a lot of times, or I'd use one of the compartments just to hold a mid-day snack.

I know you might balk at the price, but if you think you might like something like I'm describing, I really can't endorse the product enough.

Banana holders make great headphone stands.

These locking containers are stupid expensive; I delayed buying it for a couple of months because who really needs a locking container to not eat, just exercise your will power, right?

Well... I finally came to terms with the fact that I have no will power. I bought it and it's one of my favorite investments for my habits to date. I take out a few of what I want when I'm having my post-lunch sweet tooth and immediately lock it again for 24 hours so that I can't dig back into it minutes later (which I'm super guilty of doing).

It's not the biggest thing so you have to be picky with what you want to store in it and see how much you can fit, but ultimately, such a good purchase and highly recommend!

PS, Not a dumb question! Screw you ^(/s), I'm gonna upvote!

Seriously though, I bought 3-compartment containers and the containers themselves freeze and refrigerate alright, though they get a bit brittle in the freezer. The downside here is that for one I feel pressured to cook more things to put in as sides, which complicates the process, even though nobody would really care if I put stew in all three compartments or something. Another downside is that different things microwave at different times, so one food may stay ice cold while the other is like hot hell fire.

I'm a bit envious of the folks that sprung for the single-compartment glass containers. You're a bit limited to stuff that can mix, but that's not actually all that limiting. Plus you maximize storage space (you loose a lot in between the compartments) and it all heats up at once.

I guess that's not really what you were asking, but oh well.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06X9HX7PP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_giNR9ruuu9r5k

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IIINCRS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_F52xEaUKeA5Vv

Banana hangers are commonly used for headphones: http://www.amazon.com/Spectrum-42978-Banana-Holder-Nickel/dp/B000G66N2M

I bought this container with this lid, really glad I did. Perfect size, fits the Anova perfectly, and keeps the water/heat in.

Actual Link

Would you consider a Tupperdor?

Sistema 1870: $20

• Check locally, Target or Home Goods might have this for less.
  
• Any of the Sistema containers are good options. They have clamps and a gasket in the lid to make sure the container stays airtight. Choose the one that fits your needs or a similar product. The 1870 will hold around 80 cigars.
  
  Boveda Packs: $17
  
  
• Choose the pack that is right for you. Personally I like 65%.
  
• If you go with a different size container, you might need to adjust how many packs you get. Remember to get the number of packs per the capacity of the container, not how many cigars are currently in the container. This page will help you determine how many packs you will need.
  
  Digital Hygrometer: HygroSet II - $14 or Caliber IV - $24
  
  
• Any correctly callibrated digital hygrometer will work.
  
• I have both of the above and they are good options
  
  Spanish Cedar Trays: $13
  
  
• These are not needed, however work well for organization
  
• Plastic trays will also work.
  
• If you choose a different container, make sure the trays fit.

r/MealPrepSunday

https://www.amazon.com/HotLogic-Mini-Personal-Portable-Oven/dp/B00EC7XJ28

It'll change your world fam

If you search 'container' on this subreddit, you will find several threads per week on the subject.

Most people use mismatched tupperware containers or purchase a set online.

I've personally been using these from Amazon for the last seven months.

Some tips/comments for anyone interested in doing something similar:

• Make sure you have enough freezer space. Our fridge freezer can only hold about 30 boxes (and that's if it's crammed full), so we had to buy a small standalone freezer to hold the rest.
  
  
• Pick meals that freeze & reheat well. I didn't do that the first time around, and had a couple of meals that were not so great. Pasta seems to freeze and reheat really well, for example. Cream or cheese based recipes...not so much. This time around I did some research online to get an idea of what works well - lots of people out there with tips and suggestions on freezer meals.
  
  
• Next time we do this, we plan to split it out over two days, just so that it doesn't turn into a whole day effort. Day one: brownies, one meal, and any cutting/prep we can do. Second day will be the rest of the meals, and plating.
  
  
• If you have a slowcooker, that's a good way to do one meal with minimal effort.
  
  
• We basically used every pot, pan, and cooking utensil in the house.
  
  
• The boxes we used are these ones. The lids are a bit of a pain to get on, but once on properly, they work fine.
  
  
• We use a dry erase marker to write down the meal name and the date.
  
  
• Cost: can't be exact, but this was roughly $150 at the store (with some non-prep groceries mixed in that total, so I'd estimate closer to $130 for just these meals). We're still filling in some blanks in our pantry, too, like sugar/flour, some spices, etc., so some of those are upfront costs that will apply to future recipes, rather than being a normal monthly cost. I'd estimate, though, that if this month and last month are typical, that it will cost roughly $100 - $130 a month to do 5 separate meals.

Planetary Design Airscape cannisters are nice. 2 sizes, nice colors, dual lid design with inner air displacement lid and upper one-way valve lid.

Use this. It'll keep your coffee fresh for far longer and it really is airtight.

Sistema Klip It. Price is high on it right now - usually it's $12.99.

I use Isobag's reusable containers and I've had them for over 2 years. It looks like that people are using reusable to me.Amazon containers

Alright you just inspired me. I just went and bought the tupperware, had no idea it was so cheap online as opposed to in store! 15 trays for 12 bucks:

https://www.amazon.com/Freshware-15-Pack-Compartment-Bento-Lunch/dp/B01IIINCRS/ref=sr_1_5?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1499870036&sr=1-5&keywords=tupperware+meal+prep

If you need to lock out completely, get a K Safe and set timers to make yourself wait.

If you want to keep yourself under control, portion out a zip in 4 Pill Organizers

Edit: Grammar Nazi

[Meal Prep Containers] (https://www.amazon.com/Fitpacker-Containers-BPA-Free-Storage-Portion/dp/B00VWJHFTM)

Liners are in the aisle with ziplock bags and such.

I almost never go out for lunch, cost and tired of the options. And sorry for the wall of text in advance.

I cook my lunch meals on Sunday and use this type of container. Keeps the amount of food you can eat in check(1 to 2 cups), safe(BPA and stuff) and store well due to the stack ability. Dishwasher safe as well as durable. I actually got mine from a place called My Fit Foods and reused them, we're talking 5 years. That's durable.

As a chef I'm sure you can get flavors out of food it's a matter of making the food "edible" when re-heated. I eat a ton of chicken, it's cheap, versatile, healthy and truth be told I like it. I'm also not adverse to eating some of the same meals more than once a week. My meals consist of a protein, starch and veggies.

Most think chicken doesn't reheat well, it doesn't if it's you use standard grill to table methods. You're a chef, you can probably put out some damn tasty chicken in no time flat but heated the next day. Meh.

Here is a post I made a few days ago

The idea is to cook the chicken to a point where it's just cooked, maybe even short since it's still releasing juices. I think mine is probably a bit underdone, I don't know since I can't slice it. When you seal it in to cool all those juice are reabsorbed as well as putting the final touches on the cooking process. After reheating mine you still have juices flowing out of the chicken. Moist and tender.

I'll marinate or season 3 breasts three different ways and cook them. Once the process I describe is done I slice the chicken.

I will grill a batch of mixed veggies, asparagus or even some fresh corn. Just getting a bit of a char on it for flavor but still crunchy. When you reheat they'll get a bit more tender.

I will make one starch or a few. Some flavored rice, maybe even a processed box type (sorry!!). Roast some potatoes in a variety of seasons or make some pasta. these are all cooked through and tend to reheat well.

I portion my meals with a scale, I'm a little OCD that way. I'll put 10 grains of rice form one container to another so it they are all 12.7 ounces. What I have is 5 good meals, at times all the same, others maybe up to 3 varieties. Pop them in the microwave for 2 minutes and have a nice hot meal where the ingredients aren't overcooked.

Think the same way, season some protein for fajitas, cook and slice it, add some Mexican/Spanish rice with grilled veggies throw in a few tortillas and you got Cinco De Mayo in September!!

I pin the crap out of stuff in Pinterest, I use it exclusively for recipes. Really, meal planning is key.

With winter approaching, that is if you're in the Northern Hem, think soups and stews. Here is a freezing post I made. I'll make a batch of Gumbo, Chili or a Creole and freeze portions. If you follow this method no burn.

Here are some on Amazon I like I suggest hand washing but haven’t run into issues microwaving them. And they actually keep the foods divided. I don’t like my foods mixing so that’s a big plus for me

Sure! Here they are on Amazon. There are probably some cheaper ones but that brand seemed reliable.

A few bovida packs to control the humidity:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077KVC1VY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_3R24CbMC6041A

And any airtight tupperware container. Even one from the kitchen will do the trick. I like these:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00284AG5U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_tFGGBbEKPFVT7

For long term storage you may want a hygrometer to monitor the humidity:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JXOKQVW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_lIGGBbM73ZESW

And if you want to get fancy and organize with cedar trays, two of these work perfectly stacked in the container above.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0733TYGWX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_SffLBbPJZC8XN

Then store it in a cool part of your house.

You (and OP) might benefit from a device that slowly warms up your food and keeps it warm all day. I like this Mini Crockpot Lunch Warmer for soups and stews ~$18-$24 (depending on color choice) and the Hot Logic Mini Portable Oven ~$40 ($30 during lightning sale or Prime day) for (frozen) raw or cooked chicken or fish, cooked beef, turkey meatballs, meatloaf, pasta and sauce, cooked rice, anything you want heated up without drying it out. Not great for crispy things like pizza, fried chicken or certain vegetables like broccoli that can't be slow cooked for hours without becoming pale and bitter. If you want to cook your food at lunch, the Dash Mini Griddle ~$10 can make grilled cheese sandwiches, quesadillas, toasted wraps, eggs, pancakes, and also has a grill version and waffle maker, all very small (cook one burger at a time).

Mr. Bento weighs in at 1,230ml.

Ms. Bento is shy of your goal at 828ml.

I bought this lunch container for my daughter when she was in kindergarten and it's still going strong, and she loves it. It has two temperature-controlled containers and two "regular" containers, so I can give her hot and not-hot foods at the same time (e.g., soup and a sandwich). I can make her a hot lunch at 7:45am and by lunchtime it's still hot. As a bonus, the lid doubles as a bowl so I can give her foods to mix on the spot at lunch, which she adores.

My daughter is now 10 and in fifth grade and I've made virtually all of her school and preschool meals. I learned three distinct lessons in those years:

1. Never put food or drink that she's never had before into her lunch.
   
2. The ingredients of a food matters less than the presentation; it needs to be fun.
   
3. Think about the effects of preparation and packaging.
   
   The first point is easy enough to understand so I won't dwell on that.
   
   The second point ties into your frustration with your sandwiches and wraps. Those sorts of foods aren't fun for kids. Know what is fun? Finger foods, foods that look gross, and foods that they can assemble themselves. Turkey and cheese sandwich? Boring. Turkey, cheese, and bread, cut up into cubes, maybe with a little cup of mayo on the side for dipping? Fun. Add a drop of green food coloring to the mayo to make it "gross" and even more fun. Pizza bagel: Half a plain bagel, a small cup of pasta sauce, a small cup of shredded cheese, and a small cup of pepperoni. Let your kid assemble his own pizza before eating it. Fun. Chicken noodle soup is boring; chicken alphabet soup is fun. You can give your kid make-it-yourself tacos in his lunchbox with a couple of small flour tortilla wraps (they sell 6" wraps at my supermarket) and little containers of lettuce, cheese, and cooked ground beef. So much fun.
   
   Preparation and packaging is also very important, especially when you're dealing with breaded foods (chicken nuggets or fish sticks, for example). Through trial and error I discovered that I can fold half a dozen chicken nuggets into a paper towel, put it in the "hot" part of my daughter's lunch box, and she'll still have reasonably crisp nuggets when it's lunch time. PB&J is usually a soggy mess for kids; the jelly soaks into the bread which in turn gets mushy and gets squished in the lunch bag. This can be fixed by spreading PB on BOTH pieces of bread, then covering and refrigerating overnight. In the morning, apply jelly, put the sandwich together, and put it into a sandwich container. The PB acts as a moisture barrier to the jelly, the refrgieration keeps the PB's oils from soaking through the bread, and the sandwich container keeps it from getting squished. Perfect PB&J at school, every time. If you aren't sure how something will hold up, try it yourself. Make yourself the lunch you'd give to your kid, prepping it at the same time you would normally prep lunch for him, storing it as you would for your kid, and then take it out and eat it when it's your kid's lunchtime and see how it holds up. Soggy bread? Crushed chips? Unappetizing appearance? Keep those things in mind because if YOU see it then your kid is going to see it too.
   
   I'll also throw out a bonus tip: Take extra condiment packets any time you eat out. Individual serving packets of ketchup, mayo, honey, jelly, etc go a LONG way to making your kid's meal better.

What about something like an Airscape? This is just one size but they have others I think:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00167XN14/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1483825305&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=airscape&dpPl=1&dpID=41U5UuIAzIL&ref=plSrch

I use my Sennheiser HD650 every day at my desk for nearly a year, they're practically as good as new. But they pretty much stay in only two places (on my head or on this

In any case, if I had to go with a gaming headset, it would probably be the Logitech G35

I use the IP (Instant Pot) brand, I have an older version of this one:
https://smile.amazon.com/Instant-Pot-SSV800-Accu-Circulator/dp/B07898VZN9/

Works well and I've never had any problems using it. Depending on if you are making for yourself or multiple people will depend on how big of a pot or tub you will need. I actually have an old cooler that has a plastic insert that I've used when I am making more than a couple steaks at a time.

You can get pretty decent size tubs for not too much:
https://smile.amazon.com/Rubbermaid-Commercial-Container-12-Quart-FG631200CLR/dp/B000R8JOUC

Wider is definitely better than taller when it comes to the tub you use depending on what you are cooking. Sous vide is also great for cooking egg bites and lots of other tasty things. I use a vacuum sealer but you can also just submerse a zip lock into water pushing all the air out and then seal it, that works fine too but won't help infuse any marinade or seasonings into the meat as much.

My wife got one of these thermoses. Comes with a folding spoon inside the cap and keeps whatever's inside hot for hours.

When we use it, we'll do things like curries (indian/thai/japanese) or soups, and then she'll bring a small tupperware of rice or some bread. Also good for soups, fried rice, porridge, really anything that needs to be kept hot, but it works best for saucy items. One thing I've wanted to try but haven't is something like a tupperware of cold pasta and cheese, and fill up this thing with hot spaghetti sauce and meatballs.


Another option for a "nicer" but less flexible system would be a bento box thermos like this one. What I don't like about these is that they're meant to be used in a specific way; i.e. a hot soup/sauce, a warm side (typically starch like pasta or rice), and a cold salad. It basically slowly leaks heat everywhere, and I prefer to have one really hot dish, and will just deal with having a cold starch if needed.

A thermos? Sorry, can't quite see why this isn't an option. Heat your food in the mwave at home, transfer to one of these (http://www.amazon.com/Thermos-Stainless-King-SK3000MBTRI4-Midnight/dp/B0017IFSIS/ref=pd_sbs_k_1) and you're set.

Use this for warm chicken and veg on rice and you've got weight loss, warm belly and a re-useable lunchbox. Bingo!

I've been cooking chicken yellow curry a lot lately:

• 1 lb chicken thighs cut into bite size pieces
  
• 1 zucchini squash cut into bite size pieces
  
• 1 red bell pepper cut into bite size pieces
  
• 1-2 carrots cut into bite size pieces
  
• 1 bottle of Trader Joe's yellow curry sauce
  
• 3 cups of uncooked white rice
  
• a bit of oil to saute it all in
  
  I throw the rice into the rice cooker. While that's cooking I cut up all the ingredients and then heat some oil over medium in a large skillet and throw the carrots in. After about 5 minutes I add the chicken, after a few more minutes I add the bell pepper and zucchini, after a few minutes more I add the sauce to simmer for a few minutes and then portion it all out into 4 meals over the rice. You can make this cheaper by making your own yellow curry but honestly it doesn't feel that much cheaper than buying the bottle at TJs and it dirties another pan so I don't typically bother. You can change this up pretty dramatically by just changing the sauce. Trader Joe's has a couple of different ones that are pretty good, Kroger has this one which is good: https://www.privateselection.com/artisan-products/sauces-grains/sauces/african-inspired-pumpkin-curry-simmer-sauce/
  
  Burrito bowl recipe that I make every once and a while:
  
  
• 1 pound chicken breast cut into bite sized pieces
  
• 1 diced yellow onion
  
• 1 green bell pepper cut into bite size pieces
  
• 1 diced jalapeno pepper
  
• 1 cup of uncooked long grain rice
  
• 1 14.5 oz can of crushed tomatoes
  
• 1 15oz can of black beans, drained and rinsed
  
• 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
  
• 1/2 teaspoon of chili powder
  
• 1 teaspoon of cumin
  
• ~2 cups of low-sodium chicken broth
  
• 1 cup of shredded cheese (I generally use mexican blend)
  
• salt and pepper
  
• oil to saute in
  
  Saute the onion in the oil until soft, then add the peppers. After a few minutes add the chicken along with salt and pepper. After a few minutes add the rice, tomatoes, beans, and spices. Mix it up and then add the chicken stock (I normally add slightly less than 2 cups, if the dish looks too dry near the end you can always add more). Bring it to a simmer, then cover the pan and reduce the heat to low. Simmer until the rice is done, which typically takes 30-35 minutes. When it's done stir in the cheese.
  
  I store my meals in these: https://www.amazon.com/Fitpacker-Containers-BPA-Free-Storage-Portion/dp/B00VWJHFTM and then reheat it at the office in the microwave.
  

The containers are reusable ones I bought off of Amazon that are marketed specifically for meal prep. They're kind of like the containers you would get a Chinese food entree in. I expect these to keep for about a week and a half or so, and I will be reheating in the microwave.

Hey! I'll offer up some noob advice since I just started a couple months ago myself and had these same questions. Firstly, welcome to the sub and to the cigar world in general. Hopefully you'll really enjoy your first few smokes and become a BOTL (brother of the leaf)! So here's the good news - a "starter kit" like you are asking about is actually so good that it can be a "lifetime kit." Many people here who have been in to cigars for many years still use this system. A humidor is very nice, but the cheaper ones aren't that great, and even the more expensive ones are truly not necessary. You can keep cigars in just as good condition in the setup I'm about to tell you as any that are kept in expensive humidors, generally. So what you want is nicknamed a tupperdor. Just like it sounds, it's tupperware made to be a humidor. The key is that it has to be airtight. So your basic glad snap lid things aren't usually good enough, but the ones that are airtight are still cheap, they just have snap tight latches and usually a rubber seal around the lip. This one is what I am currently using. Actually many people here use it as well. If you scroll down on that page you will see the "other people bought" suggestions are for a Spanish cedar cigar tray and a digital hygrometer, so you can see many people buy these for this purpose. [This is another option as well.] (https://www.amazon.com/Prestige-Group-AJ25-Acrylic-Humidifier/dp/B00J21X9IS/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1501388463&sr=8-2&keywords=acrylic+cigar) This one has the cedar lining in it already but holds fewer cigars and displays differently,
your call. Then you will need a humidity pack like this one from Boveda. They are cheap and this size works for up to 25 cigars I think. Anyway, you simply put it inside the tupperdor with your cigars and close the lid, that's it! The Boveda packs will maintain the humidity int he box at 69%. There are other levels you can get like 72%, and that's more of a personal preference I think. I found that 69% was very common so I went with that and it's been working well for me so far. Also, you don't actually NEED the cedar tray, but it does have some benefits for long term storage of cigars. I actually grabbed some thin Spanish cedar sheets out of a used cigar box and laid them on the bottom of my box for now. Works fine. As for the hygrometer, it's also not required for your needs. I still don't have one. The Boveda packs do their job very reliably. So there you have it, an inexpensive and very reliable way to store cigars for the short term while you test out the cigar world, and it will work long term if you like it and decide to keep smoking. Certainly others with more experience than me will chime in here if I made a mistake or three, this sub community is pretty great. Anyway, enjoy and if you have more questions fire away!

X-post from r/trees. This was in the comments there but I'll post it here too: Here's a link to a Dropbox with the schematic. It was made in Autodesk Inventor and I'm not sure if any other 3D CAD program can run it. The overall diameter of the part is slightly bigger than the tube it went in (link to Amazon), so it required some sanding and rolling on a hot skillet to mold it perfectly. Also, it took a while to cut off the base that the printer puts down before it actually prints the part. It took 2 hours to print and about 4 hours of refining afterwards to get it perfect.

If you find that you eat the whole pack of something, i.e. multipacks of candy bars, this can be an amazing training device:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00E9J3MLM

You can lock it for any period of time that you choose, from one minute to 30 days. There is literally no way to open it, other than to break it, once the timer is set.

It makes discipline easy. Take a portion out, lock the rest away for 24hrs. It literally removes the ability to be tempted.

Prestige Import Group Acrylic Cigar Jar https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003V0OT2G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_COR472AbrPeZh

Sistema Klip It Collection Rectangle Food Storage Container, 29 Cup https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00284AG5U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_YASDnJYGbazvb

IRIS 74 Quart WEATHERTIGHT Storage Box, Clear https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PKNWVZY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_hKUlzb309MDZ1

Caliber IV Digital Hygromter by Western Humidor https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JXOKQVW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_pOrWz9na6zdLh

Spanish Cedar Cigar Tray https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B9234HE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_3nSOyb6BZZT89

Boveda 65-Percent RH Retail Cube Humidifier/Dehumidifier, 60gm, 12-Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CPPG228/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_xoSOybB110T1K

New too. Unless you’re compulsive and tend to go all out, I would say get a tupperdor. That’s what I did (see recent post).

Container - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00284AG5U?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Hygrometer - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072XHJLFD?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Cedar tray - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0733TYGWX?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Hey you should check out the Hot Logic! You can get glass dishes that fit it perfectly and can be reused. There are 12v and 120v versions. We use the 120v with an inverter for the car. My wife plugs her lunch in around 3-4 hours before she wants to eat it and it comes out perfect temperature every time.

Sure thing! Zojirushi SL-JAE14SA Mr. Bento Stainless Steel Lunch Jar

This is the setup that I use:

• Rubbermaid Container
  
• Neoprene Sleeve
  
• Hinged Lid
  
  I put it on a mat to separate it from the counter since the reviews of the sleeve said it would stain countertops over time.

This Container with This Lid

I recently bought a thermos to keep food warm. I get to work between 8:30 and 9 and the food is still just as warm at lunch as it was when I put it in there in the morning. Great for microwaving leftovers at home.
amazon link

They have clear containers that only open on a timer for things like people taking medication too often. Maybe we should put our succulents in there :P

Gotta pace yourself. Get one of those timer based cookie jars. Set it for every 30 min.

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https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00JGFQTD2

I live alone and use a 6-quart cooker. Add these to your shopping cart, and you'll have a freezer full of delicious dinners in no time.

Freshware 15-Pack 3 Compartment Bento Lunch Boxes with Lids - Stackable, Reusable, Microwave, Dishwasher & Freezer Safe - Meal Prep, Portion Control, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GH5KQLO/ref=cm_sw_r_oth_apip_nwM2vbBbdLsNG

LIFT Certified BPA-Free Reusable Microwavable Meal Prep Containers with Lids, 28-Ounce, 7 Pack (Includes Ebook) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0128YT76S/ref=cm_sw_r_oth_apip_aolRSnwdmSHs2

Looks like these https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GH5KQLO/

They're amazing and I love them

2 Compartment Meal Prep Containers - Certified BPA-free - Reusable, Washable, Microwavable Food Containers (7 Pack, Two Compartment, 28 Ounce) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I97JQ28/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_op08ybXV59KPE


Edit:
Oops. The ones in the picture are actually these:
Freshware 15-Pack 2 Compartment Bento Lunch Boxes with Lids - Stackable, Reusable, Microwave, Dishwasher & Freezer Safe - Meal Prep, Portion Control, 21 Day Fix & Food Storage Containers (25oz) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IIINCRS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_oq08ybBXH706V

time lock safe

Put your key inside. Set the timer and it's not up to you anymore.

"Is it worth it?" is always such a personal question, so I'm sorry if my answer isn't as decisive as you're looking for. I'll try to tailor my response to your budget concern.

Short answer: plastic containers will get the job done cheaper than glass in the short-term.

Your first purchase of plastic containers will be available for much cheaper than glass (e.g. [$11 for 7 containers] (https://www.amazon.com/Evolutionize-Healthy-Meal-Prep-Containers/dp/B0128YT76S) vs $5/pc for glass. You'll also be able to get much more variety and specialization for your dollar in plastic containers: rectangular, round, multi-compartment, etc. That means you'll have more options when planning your food, which should help vary your diet while still eating cheap.

You get what you pay for, however, and this is where the debate of plastic vs glass really turns into an investment in my opinion. Plastic will eventually scratch, retain odors, stain, warp, leak, and some people still have concerns about negative health impacts from ingesting plastics. Anecdotally, most people I know cycle through their plastic containers every six months

So now for your second purchase of meal prep containers, you'll either spend another $11 on plastic containers, or you'll look at glass. It's heavier, when it breaks it shatters, and it's much more expensive per piece. BUT, take care of it and it'll last much longer. The grommet will seal much better than plastic containers. You're no longer limited to cold foods and microwave heating because they're also oven-safe. I now use the IKEA glassware linked above and the glass doesn't have any indications of damage. The lid may wear out over time, but two years in mine are still going strong!

Call it $20 on plastic containers every year, or $30 up front that may need lid replacements every few years - your budget should make this decision for you.

I'm not OP, but I bought mine here. They are dishwasher and microwave safe!

Ok so the black 3 section container is from Amazon, you can get a set of like 15 for around $15 and it's been lifechanging!

5-6 meals is a whole lot. What I might do is pick a protein like chicken and vary the spices to make different kinds of chicken. Like maybe greek chicken then chicken fajitas, then chicken marinated in hot wing sauce, chicken in a mustard marinade. That to me might be easier then mixing up proteins. Thats me however. You might also try cooking a few nights a week different dishes and make a lot then freeze left overs. I've done that before, that gives me some variety for dinner and lunch without doing all the cooking in one day. Its failed me before though because I'll get home and be like nah I don't feel like cooking then eating all my lunch leftovers for dinner. As for the veggies, they make different frozen mixes so that would be easy to mix up. Green beans, or broccoli and cauliflower, or just broccoli, squash and zucchini. Me personally I don't add extra carbs like rice unless it goes with meal because honestly I don't like rice that much. l find I can hit my carb content with fruits and vegetables alone and maybe some oatmeal. Unless rice goes with the dish then I'll eat it. But it would be easy enough to cook a bunch of rice and divvy it up. You might also try a crock pot to make one type of meal in it while you make others on the stove. I think your over reaching with 5-6, I'd try 3. If you alternate them its really not bad.

As for how long they last frozen, a long time. In the fridge, a few days. Containers, take your pick, some people like these: https://www.amazon.com/Freshware-15-Pack-Compartment-Bento-Lunch/dp/B01IIINCRS/ref=sr_1_7?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1482244086&sr=1-7&keywords=meal+prep+containers

my brother uses the rubbermaid containers with the heavy duty plastic, I like to use pyrex rectangle glass ones because I think they are easier to clean but thats me and Pyrex is way more expensive.

Just recently purchased them off amazon!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01IIINCRS/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I got these . It’s only my first time using them, but so far it seems like they seal pretty well and they have a lot of good reviews so I’m hoping they’ll transport well!

Amazon! They are way bigger than I thought they would be. Definitely won’t fit in a regular lunchbox - Enther Meal Prep Containers... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072B9F7W4?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf maybe that will work?

Tupperware Though this has been cheaper at Target. Ship to store there might be worth it to you.

Hygrometer 1 or 2 depedning on what you like.

Boveda You will need two per container you get. They also have 4 packs. I would suggest 65% RH with a tupperdor.

Hey there, welcome!

I do want to warn you, there are a lot of Cuban Cigar (CC) fakes out there. Likely if you bought from a shop and they aren't Cohibas, you're probably fine, but you may want to check out habanos.com (looks like their standard map is down however) and see if the map isn't there.

That said, CCs aren't terribly hard to get in the US and there's a few sites that ship them by the box to the states. We have regular box splits on here (one person buys a box and ships it out at cost to other people in smaller batches, say 5 cigars each), and there's plenty of folks on /r/CigarMarket that will provide you some CCs if you search, or you can check out /r/cubancigars too. Funny enough they're usually much cheaper than what you paid in Canada because basically no taxes.

Honestly, I don't think there is much "working up" needed to smoke a CC. They're relatively mild compared to Dominican or Nicaraguan tobacco (in the grand scheme of things... of course there's bold Cuban and mild Dominican). Now, if we were talking about a Padron or a La Flor Dominicana, then yes, I'd say you'd need to smoke for a few months before you can be sure that the nicotine won't make you literally sick (rare but it can happen). Cubans? Nah, totally great for a newbie to smoke.

Also if you're new to cigars, don't let those things sit out. Get yourself a tupperware container and a boveda pack: https://www.amazon.com/Sistema-Collection-Rectangle-Storage-Container/dp/B00284AG5U/ref=pd_bxgy_201_img_2/135-6339489-8039356?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=74QK8XTVDEZSBPPK0WZ3 and https://www.amazon.com/Boveda-65-Percentage-Individually-Wrapped-Humidity/dp/B00FWPQ8WC/ref=pd_sim_79_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=MYA4CBWYAZRPR8N5JEKH

If you don't store the cigars in an airtight container with humidification, they'll dry out and not be the tasty smokes you were expecting.

Now, if you do want to keep your first CCs as a special smoke, I totally understand. Do keep them humidified though. Without humidification they will wither and eventually the oils will dry out and they won't be recoverable at that point (years without humidification but that isn't out of the question when you buy them and save them) But overall, they're not hard to get, smoke great, and are totally fine for a beginner to smoke. I say light 'em up! You can replace CCs easily enough.

https://www.amazon.com/HotLogic-Mini-Personal-Portable-Oven/dp/B00EC7XJ28

This right here is one of the best work investments I have made. Look into it, I highly recommend it. The reviews speak for themselves. I would also recommend a cheap inverter for the truck incase you're on the road. Leftovers never taste like leftovers, can heat a can of soup, you name it.

I'm not in school, but I throw everything in a bag then in my basket. I also had a Mr. Bento that had a carrying case that I slung on my back and rode in with.

or you could have got this lid and this container instead of hacking yours together which already has the hole cut for specific devices

I use an Airscape. Probably the best solution if you only have one type of bean at a time. It uses a one way valve you can open and close to keep them fresh for much longer than usual.

Seattle coffee gear has a video comparing that storage to using the bag.

https://www.amazon.com/Planetary-Design-Airscape-Storage-Canister/dp/B00167XN14/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=airscape&qid=1566824135&s=gateway&sr=8-3

Here is a good setup that doesn't cost much at all, right around $40. The next thing you need are cigars.

Sistema Tupperware

Boveda 65% rh 4 pack

Many great ideas here. I have a suggestion for containment. I have this Japanese style Bento lunch container. All fits into one and will keep items warm or cold. Easy to carry in its own bag and comes with a spork. I did much research and this suited my needs. I love it.

Zojirushi SL-JAE14 Mr. Bento Stainless Steel Lunch Jar https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B000246GSE/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_EcUrub05ZDQYS

I got this Bento contraption (https://www.amazon.com/Zojirushi-SL-JAE14-Bento-Stainless-Steel/dp/B000246GSE) a couple of years ago and have been brought hundreds of lunches to work in it. Nearly all the meals I've brought in are vegetable based, so I'm not sure how safe or for how long it will hold meat.

It's got 4 small containers, 2 of them intended to maintain temperature. A typical lunch would be a pureed soup in one heated container, sauteed vegetables over quinoa in the other heated container, and then baby carrots and hummus in the other two.

https://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Tri-Angle-Sharpmaker-Sharpener-204MF/dp/B000Q9C4AE/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?keywords=spyderco+sharpmaker&qid=1566515206&s=gateway&sprefix=spyder&sr=8-5
Or


https://www.amazon.com/Lansky-4-rod-Turn-Knife-Sharpener/dp/B000B8FW0E/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?keywords=lansky+turnbox&qid=1566515237&s=gateway&sr=8-1

Yada yada banana stand

I got a banana holder for my grados.
Dual purpose haha.
http://www.amazon.com/home-improvement/dp/B000G66N2M

I'd suggest getting a ~12qt/L plastic container too (cambro or rubbermaid ) with a lid. Cut a hole in the lid to size for the unit, the cover reduces evaporation (and reduces energy use somewhat). The 12L size is perfect for doing many things up to small roasts or a pork belly or a chicken.

It's nice if the container is foodsafe, but it's not the end of the world if not. You're cooking in bags anyway. Transparent is really nice though, it allows you to see what's in the unit easily.

Maybe consider using a thermos -- something like this. Crockpot stuff. Beef Stew.

Here are some of my staples:

• Get a thermos. This one in particular is awesome - I've never had it leak, and it keeps food warm for ~5 hours (more if it's mostly liquid). I'll take half a can of soup (usually something like chunky campbells) and then in a tupperware container I'll also take some crackers, or if I've got it a roll of bread.
  
• When I'm feeling lazy, I just take a small jar of peanut butter and tupperware of ritz crackers
  
• Summer sausage, cheese, and crackers. When you get summer sausage, slice it up, slice up some cheese, put them in separate baggies or tupperware, throw a blue ice into your lunchbag (lunchbags are definitely needed for just about everything)
  
• Salad. I have one of these containers that helps me get the correct portions for salad, and also has a handy little dressing container as well as a blue ice. It's nice and compact. All I do it get one of those premade lettuce mixes, usually throw in some spinach as well, and then in the top portion, I put some croutons (or something crunchy) and either cut up fruit (apples, strawberries) or cooked chicken (usually from a rotisserie chicken).
  
• Apples are fantastic, as are bananas
  
• I'd suggest getting some twist top tupperware if you want to bring more liquidy things (cut up watermelon springs to mind). I've found that the twist top tends to do better than the standard snap on.

This thermos is seriously fantastic. It keeps food warm by 1PM for me easily (I leave for school at six). So, you may want to give one a whirl.

With a cooking investment:

• Low carb chili - can also toss in a can of black soybeans if you eat soy
  
• Low carb kielbasa soup
  
• Shredded chicken thighs and a veg (garlic zucchini, sauteed eggplant, bacon-sauteed green beans, etc).
  
• Muffin-sized meatloaf!
  
• Muffin-sized quiches
  
• I also make meatballs and eat them on salad. Yes - I am a weirdo, but it's good.
  
  No cooking keto bento boxes! I do this a couple times a week. You can include:
  
  
• Boiled eggs
  
• Dark leafy greens
  

• sugar-free pickles
  
• pepperoni
  
• cheese chunks
  
• olives
  

• nuts
  
• pickled veggies
  
• rolled up turkey slices (I roast a turkey breast, these aren't from the deli)
  
• chicken/tuna/egg salad
  
• cottage cheese and fresh strawberries
  
• a few pork rinds or nut crackers
  
• a piece or two of dark chocolate, etc.
  
• deviled eggs
  
• bacon-wrapped cantaloupe: wrap a chunk or two in bacon for dessert - delish!
  
  The possibilities here are endless. Another easier option is to simply cook an extra portion during dinner and just pack it the next day.
  
  Edit: the formatting was beaten until its morale improved.

You can also try putting some distilled water around the lip of the lid to see if that helps. It will swell up some and may seal better. It could just be leaky and letting your RH out. 63% is still a good RH to store them at. A lot here do 62-65%.

Did you check the hygrometer is a sealed bag with a boveda to be sure its reading right? It may need calibrated. Put it in with 72% pack and be sure it read right around 72% after 24 hrs.

A sealed Tupperware may work better. This is a popular choice.

https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00JGFQTD2

It's these. Just a heads up, I ordered some of these a long time ago and was putting them in the freezer and the black plastic cracked around the lip on almost every single one.

I have these and they are pretty good. They are on sale right now on Amazon, 7 containers for $9.77. Can't beat that

Bacon and eggs.

Cook a steak or chop in a skillet, steam a veggie in the microwave at the same time. Add butter to everything. Make a sauce from your drippings with sour cream or heavy cream.

Visit Caveman Keto. He's got lots of casseroles that are easy to make on a day off, then package in meal prep boxes and freeze till you need them. It doesn't really take much time to do, and it makes your weekday meals almost instant. Make two or three recipes on a Sunday (while you're studying... it can be done) and you'll have lunches and dinners for a couple of weeks. I think Ruled.me has some of those recipes, too.

Start there and ask more questions as they come up. Be sure to read through the FAQ, and make a note about the amounts of electrolytes recommended. You don't need keto flu while you're studying. Plenty of salt. A little potassium and magnesium. Mostly salt.

Freshware Meal Prep Containers [15 Pack] 3 Compartment with Lids, Food Containers, Lunch Box | BPA Free | Stackable | Bento Box, Microwave/Dishwasher/Freezer Safe, Portion Control, 21 day fix (32 oz) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GH5KQLO?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

And

Evolutionize Healthy Meal Prep Containers - Certified BPA-free - Reusable, Washable, Microwavable Food Containers/Bento Box with Lids (7 Pack, Single Compartment, 28 Ounce) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0128YT76S?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

Amazon

There are roughly 4 billion options! These have worked well for me the last couple months.

These are the ones I picked up. I purchased two sets and have been very happy with them.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01GH5KQLO/ref=psdcmw_3744021_t1_B01I97JQ28

I use these for lunches. I like those for breakfast

I got them from amazon. Yes, they're reusable, and dishwasher safe.

They work really well, I do recommend them.

Freshware 15-Pack 3 Compartment Bento Lunch Boxes with Lids - Stackable, Reusable, Microwave, Dishwasher & Freezer Safe - Meal Prep, Portion Control, 21 Day Fix & Food Storage Containers (32oz)

Yep, that's where I got them.

Enther Meal Prep Containers [20 Pack] 3 Compartment with Lids, Food Storage Bento Box | BPA Free | Stackable | Reusable Lunch Boxes, Microwave/Dishwasher/Freezer Safe, Portion Control (36 oz) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072B9F7W4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_THQRCb7036RPF

Get 1 of these: https://www.amazon.com/Sistema-Microwave-Collection-Noodle-31-7oz/dp/B00284AG5U

1 of these: https://www.amazon.com/Mantello-Spanish-Adjustable-Divider-Humidors/dp/B079V3KYT7/

1 of these: https://www.amazon.com/s-s-Storage-versatility-Adjustable-Divider/dp/B0733TYGWX

Get some 65 or 69% Bovedas and a digital hygrometer and put the Mantello on top of the Fess.

Here's my advice since I literally just started a few weeks ago. This is exactly what I wished I knew before I spent money on random cigars from various sites.

1. Depending on how many sticks you plan on getting at a time, invest in a tuppedor. Don't waste your time with a wooden humidor (at least right now). I picked up these from amazon and all my ~40-50 sticks sit comfortably in there.
   

• Plastic "humidor"
  
• Hygrometer
  
• Boveda Packs, although I might lean towards the 65% next time. Also, you only need 1 pack in a tuppedor, 2 is overkill. They can also be recharged, so don't throw them away when they dry out.
  
  

2. If you have a nice brick and mortar tobacco store (not a hole in the wall place that caters only to e-cigs and accessories) near you, visit them and ask questions. If they are worth their salt, they should be fairly knowledgeable about cigars. They will point you in the right direction. I stupidly didn't do this and just kind of bought random shit online and have had mixed results with what I bought. The stuff I've bought at the store has been much, much fresher too. However, you will be spending 30-40% above what you'll pay online. I found it worth it for how much time and effort the staff spent helping me, but it is quite a bit more expensive.
   
   
3. If that's not an option, look for sampler packs online. You can find cheap options that include a bunch of different sticks so you can sample a variety. I would suggest looking at smallbatch mixes find a price you're comfortable with spending (30 to 40 should be plenty, maybe buy 2 of the $30 to $40 packs so you end with ~10 cigars) and in the comment section of your order mention that you're brand new to cigars. He should be able to make an excellent mix for a new smoker. Use code "rcigars" for 10% off (without the "", not sure if valid for the mix).
   
   
4. Also, if you don't come from a background of smoking cigarettes, stick with the mild to medium strength cigars. I smoked a few full strength ones from the samplers I got and they kicked my ass. It was unpleasant to say the least. If you DO plan on smoking a full strength cigar, smoke on a full stomach and drink something sweet with it. Sweet tea or a pop of some sort works well to quell the nicotine content.
   
   
5. Accessories. All you really need is a decent cutter and a torch lighter and you're all set.
   

• A cutter
  
• A butane lighter
  
• Fuel [Note, you can use cheaper fuel, but your lighter may get clogged with shitty zippo butane fuel.]
  
• Some sort of ashtray. You don't realize how nice it is to have one until you don't have one and have no place to rest your cigar.
  
  

6. If you do find a cigar you enjoy, try buying a 5 pack of it. Let it rest for a week or so and try them out over the course of a month or several months and see if you enjoy them as much as you did the first time. See if they get better with age. I have far too many 1 offs that I enjoyed, but would I still enjoy them a month from now? 2 months from now?
   
   
7. Oh, and generally stay away from infused cigars. They use shittier tobacco since they can mask it with flavors. The girlfriend still likes these, but I think she's starting to come around to a natural sweetness/chocolate taste instead of an artificially infused one. Plus they stink up your humidor and can potentially ruin the taste of your other cigars in them if they are in close contact.
   
   
8. Online sites that I've enjoyed purchasing from and ship quickly:
   

• http://store.cigarfederation.com/
  
• http://www.smallbatchcigar.com
  
• http://www.holts.com
  
• Stay away from Thompson Cigars. I've also had issues with jrcigars. They held my order for no reason and I had to contact them to ship it out. I ordered it over 10 days ago and still haven't seen anything, although it's supposed to be here on Tuesday.
  
  

9. Look up retrohaling. You'll taste more of your cigar this way. Warning, it does burn the hell out of your nose the first handful of times you do it. Start with a mild cigar instead of a full strength one like I stupidly decided to do. :P
   
   Hopefully this helps.
   
   Edit: Many edits to fix errors and add additional info.

Tupperware and trays, you can also get bovedas from Amazon or most places that sell cigars.

The pupperdor is a gofund business with the following timeline "As we start to approach our fixed goal - production will begin!" They are currently at 3.6% so would be faster to buy your own parts.

I posted this before but one time I took my entire 30 day script in one night! I wish I had this at the time. Time Locking Container
https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00E9J3MLM/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1524782416&sr=8-1-fkmr1&keywords=Acrylic+container+with+timer

If you are worried about fighting your tempations.... https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00E9J3MLM/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1510705552&sr=8-3&keywords=k+safe

I’ve heard a lot of flight attendants swear by this HotLogic Mini Portable Oven - Food Warmer and Heater - Lunch Box for Office, Travel, Potlucks, and Home Kitchen https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EC7XJ00/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_tlUYDbJGDT4JJ

It’s basically a mini oven that you can use to heat up prepared meals, frozen dinners, and things like that.

Woohoo!

I'm a frequent traveler and have to constantly balance travel and my diet.

There's one item I pack sometimes, which is this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EC7XJ28/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 I buy groceries if I have a small fridge and heat up healthy, frozen meals in it. If I don't have a small fridge, I'll buy on my way home.

In my meetings, I'm expected to eat and drink with clients. I tell them to feel free to order whatever they like, but I'm ordering a light appetizer because "I got drinks and apps" earlier. I'll try to order something like tuna tartare, and other things that I know definitely can't have too many calories added to them in the kitchen.

I also stopped drinking or eating anything because it is free and I've asked myself--do I actually enjoy this? I've cut out drinking sub-par wine in flight (just because the flight attendant gave it to me). I've increased how much sparkling flavored water I drink when traveling because it feels like I'm drinking something.

If you need to bounce ideas off of someone, feel free to message me! I have to be very careful because I have hashimotos and I'm short, so I don't get very many calories for my travels.

Someone sent me this tuppedor set up:

1. Cigar Oasis Caliber IV Hygrometer
   
2. 2 Cedar Trays
   
3. 1 Sistema 1870 Klip It
   
4. 2 Boveda 69% (60g)
   

https://www.amazon.com/Sistema-1870-Collection-Rectangle-Container/dp/B00284AG5U/

www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004LHQEOY/ - the 65% version

That's the easy and practical way. It's also a great long term overflow if you do end up getting something fancy down the road.

My pleasure.

This is what a bunch of people use including my self. I do have a real wood burl humidor but I find this so much easier.

https://www.amazon.com/Sistema-Microwave-Collection-Noodle-31-7oz/dp/B00284AG5U/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Sistema+KLIP+IT+Rectangular+Collection+Food+Storage+Container%2C236+Oz&qid=1569968747&sr=8-1


And for the Boveda people usually use between 65% and 70% I recommend this.

https://www.amazon.com/Boveda-2-Way-Humidity-Control-Large/dp/B004LHSOBK/ref=sxts_kp?keywords=boveda+67&pd_rd_i=B004LHSOBK&pd_rd_r=7b646bb8-358c-4cf6-a16c-a33cbe3765ab&pd_rd_w=BR0KH&pd_rd_wg=td0lO&pf_rd_p=81d99bd4-f902-4b23-8928-b05d50fd5b3c&pf_rd_r=TKJPQR38W0MAYQX607YQ&qid=1569968891

Two of these cigar trays fit into this Tupperware perfectly, throw in a Boveda and a hygrometer and you've got everything you need shipped to your door from Amazon

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00284AG5U/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00B9234HE/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0049557HI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_LZzByb50MX7KS

This right here. Also kitchen safes are a thing.


Put junk food in it, set a timer for the next morning and there's no way to unlock it before the timer goes off.

I used to puncture (not open) cans of veggies, like corn, drain 1/3 the liquid, and heat them in the engine compartment of my car while driving. Think I moved beyond that.

Hard pretzels are consistently the one snack that's with low/no oil. Still would check ingredients. Not quite WFPB, but widespread, vegan and low fat. Still, I find snacks like these don't give good satiety and I keep reaching for them. Easy energy.

Taco Bell is vegan with modifications. Enough oil in it though but food on the go. The two easiest and cheapest things to order is thus:

• Bean Burrito. Make it fresco (means replace dairy/cheese with pico de gallo).
  
  
• Crunchy or Soft Taco. Make it fresco. Remove Beef. Add black beans.
  
  Grande meals composed of this are huge and cheap. Check your orders before leaving. Some locations really are bad at screwing it up.
  
  Some equipment I recommend in your situation:
  
  
• A good chef's knife for chopping and prep work and a short knife (2-3") for peeling and other work.
  
  
• a foldable mat to do chopping on. These are cheap and much easier to clean and portable than wooden blocks.
  
  
• A collapsible silicon colander. Portable. To clean greens. I don't use a salad spinner much anymore, takes up a lot of room and I don't want my greens that dry.
  
  
• Like before, a collapsible silicon bowl for salads and other prep plus to microwave and eat direct from. Easier than constantly tossing paper plates.
  
  
• small glass jar (from marmalade or anything used) to mix dressing with.
  
  For much of your cooking, a microwave will actually be enough. Oatmeal, potatoes, rice, beans. Sure spaghetti and the rest will work too with practice.
  
  Panfrying and searing isn't a major requirement in the WFPB kitchen and much could also be done in a conventional oven. You can get a toaster-oven for around $50 if you stay in the same room consistently although I don't think it's necessary. You can get yourself an countertop cooktop for $50-100, but the room will unlikely have ventilation or an outdoor, so this or toasteroven can backfire if smoke occurs.
  
  There is one product I don't necessarily recommend for the hotel with the microwave, but if you are out on the road with a car a lot, and that's a HotLogic Mini Oven:
  
  
• https://www.amazon.com/HotLogic-Mini-Personal-Portable-Black/dp/B00EC7XJ00/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1550340406&sr=8-3&keywords=portable+oven
  
  
• https://www.amazon.com/Foval-Power-Inverter-Converter-Charger/dp/B01H2XD2DY/ref=sr_1_6?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1550340598&sr=1-6&keywords=car+inverter
  
  Consider this not for cooking but for reheating. It's a glorified hot plate that won't burn anything. I recommend the 12v with an good inverter in the car over a 12v version for the simple reason that you can use it in hotel rooms without modification. If you buy a 12v version and buy an adapter for outlets, you are much more likely to forget the adapter in hotel rooms.
  
  If it's in the running due to extra people, 2 mini size is better than one family size imo.
  
  The pyrex 6 cup they sometimes bundle with it is not spillproof so it was useless for soups and other wet stuff, but I got a 46 or 54oz glass glasslock-style spill-proof container at a local Marshalls that was perfect.
  
  There is also those Indian Heat n Eat meals. Kohinoor and the like. Many have butter but there were some vegan varieties.
  
  Also, up raw food eating. Fruits, salads, etc.

Not an answer to your question, but I think this might help. I love warm foods and find that I do better sticking to my eating plan if I can have them for lunch. I'm also not a big fan of how some foods end up when heated in the microwave. So I bought one of these personal "ovens" for my desk https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00EC7XJ00 along with some glass pyrex containers (I like this size https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00EC7XJ00) ,and it has been a game changer for me. I put my lunch in around 10-10:30 and it's ready by noon. It's a bit on the pricey side, but to me the benefit has been well worth it. Supposedly the voltage is low enough that it is safe to use in a cubicle setting.

One thing I don't like is there's no switch on the thing, so I recommend supplementing with a switch of some sort, but that's not essential.

I always preach about my Hotlogic here

I just pop in the food in the morning and it’s ready by lunchtime

No, that insulated bag is a HotLogic Mini. It's basically a low power hot plate that heats up to about 200 degrees and warms up your food. It only uses about 45 watts so you can use it in a vehicle with an inverter. I put the meat in for about an hour and the tortillas in for 20 minutes.

http://www.amazon.com/Zojirushi-SL-JAE14SA-Bento-Stainless-Silver/dp/B000246GSE

Zojirushi makes a vacuum-insulated one and costs less than the Kickstarter donation. =/

I use the Zouirushi Mr Bento set

It's convenient as hell, especially if you don't have a fridge.

seconding the bento; if OP wants food at hot/cool temps, an insulated bento would be good.

I know it’s expensive but I got one of these when I used to more construction field work. Been using it for a few years now. It’ll keep everything nice and hot and gets ya a good variety.

https://www.amazon.com/Zojirushi-SL-JAE14SA-Bento-Stainless-Silver/dp/B000246GSE

I'm a huuuuge fan of bento canisters like this and this. If you refrigerate containers overnight (or prime them with hot water before adding hot foods), they'll stay good for hours. Plus it's kind of comforting to have all your food sectioned out. :)

I have a this : https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000246GSE/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1479099554&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=bento+thermos&dpPl=1&dpID=41p5bbuAleL&ref=plSrch

I absolutely love it. The bottom two are great for warm food while the top two are good for colder food like fruits or other type snacks like that. You can even have soup!

Definitely something that might suit what you want.

Cool man, welcome to the obsession. You should look into getting a sharpener next.

The lansky turn box is a great entry level one for cheap.


https://www.amazon.com/Lansky-4-rod-Turn-Knife-Sharpener/dp/B000B8FW0E

Nice. You are going to love it. If you are only ever doing 1 or 2 steaks a bigger pot should work out fine for your sous vide. I needed to cook up to 6 steaks at once and opted for a [cambro-like container] (http://www.amazon.com/Rubbermaid-Commercial-FG631200CLR-Space-Saving-Container/dp/B000R8JOUC?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00) and [lid] (http://www.amazon.com/Rubbermaid-Commercial-FG652300WHT-Lid-SSC/dp/B000VAUFD6?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00)

That helps whenever I want/need to use my Anova. Some people use a cooler and I understand that line of thinking, especially if you are using it for long periods of time as it is more energy efficient. I just could not find a cooler that I would have been able to attach the Anova to so I went the route that I did.

I use these 2 together.

Container

Lid

This is the best container I've tried: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00167XN14/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_3WyRBbHM6KQ1J

Get one of these:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00167XN14/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Not what you asked, but I send my son with one of these to lunch. Keeps the food hot until lunch time and has a neat foldable spoon in the lid. I send non-gourmet things like top ramen and macaroni but any stew/soup is fine.

I haven't purchased a lot from TNT, but I think you'd probably be better served buying some name brand sticks you'll be able to get in the future. TNT isn't really well known for high quality cigars. If it's between those two options, definitely grab some sticks from Shad. Lots of other good places as well, with name brand sticks.

As for the Humidor, honestly, wood Humidors are more trouble than theyre worth. Grab a gasketed Tupperware like this as well as some 65% Boveda packs and you'll be in great shape. These will keep your cigars in perfect shape, with the least amount of maintenance.

This box would work:

https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00JGFQTD2

Put the key in and set the timer. She won't be able to get the key until the timer runs out.
In an emergency you can still smash the container, but then you'll need to buy a new one.

> I'm afraid to talk to my neurologist about the addiction, because I don't know what her reaction would be.

I am not trying to be critical here, but think about these words if you heard them from someone's elses mouth and not yours. You can't control your behavior but you are not willing to talk about your behavior with an expert, who has your best interests at heart, for you are afraid of what would happen. You can't handle it by yourself by your own admission, but you are afraid of getting possible help. You need to get help from someone and stop trying to do this on your own. This doctor is probably one of the best people in your life to help you get help.

Please be willing to talk this over with your doctor. There are stimulant formulations that are harder to abuse (such as the vyvanse you are currently on, but there are other options such as daytrana). Furthermore there are things you can do to make sure you don't abuse your medication. Get one of these amazon link. Put your medication in there, and you can't open it until the timer goes off. If you still don't trust yourself to take 1 and only 1 when the timer goes off you can give your medication to someone else and they will keep you on a schedule.

 

 

This is simplifying the science, but Strattera and the Stimulants work differently. Strattera blocks the NET transporter, NET is called the Norepinephrine Reuptake Transporter but it does not just reuptake Norepinephrine but also other neurotransmitters such as Dopamine. In some parts of the brain Dopamine is reuptaked by the DAT transporter, the Dopamine Reuptake Transporter, and in other parts of the brain NET is used to reuptake dopamine.

Look at this picture from wikipedia This is a picture of the 2 places Dopamine Start and the 4 places Dopamine ends up at.

Stimulants increase the dopamine level in all 4 places. The nucleus accumbens is your reward center, and the striatum is the place where you have the highest cluster of dopamine receptors and reuptake transporters.

 

Strattera increases norepinephrine in a lot of places, but it only increases dopamine in the frontal lobe. Why does it only increase dopamine in the frontal lobe? Because in this part of the brain you use the NET transporter to reuptake dopamine. This dopamine pathway in the frontal lobe is called the mesocortical pathway.



Thus switching to strattera will allow you to get the benefits of ADHD treatment with the frontal lobe while allowing the other parts of your brain to decrease with dopamine tolerance.

Yes you can keep yourself on the wellbutrin combine with strattera if you need to. Yes you can mix strattera with stimulants but your doctor will be careful about doing this for the more meds you mix the more interactions you will have. Your neurologist though will know all this.

 

Another option your neurologist may want to do is try other ADHD drugs such as Intuniv or the Wakeful Agents. Intuniv works completely different than Strattera and the Stimulants. It will help your ADHD and it can be combine with other medicines.

The Wakeful Agents such as Modafinil do have addictive potential. We do not know enough to say it is more or less addictive than the stimulants, but most likely it is less addictive. The wakeful agents may be another ADHD treatment you want to pursue.

Good Luck but please talk to your doctor.

Ooooh! /u/Kytoaster!!! I found this kitchen safe on Amazon awhile ago! It's kind of pricey, but you can put in the foods you eat (like peanut butter, I get it, I will often indulge on 2-3 spoonfuls of peanut butter straight out of the jar lol) while you're sleep walking before bed, and then set the time for when you wake up. That way there is no way your sleepwalking self can get into the peanut butter because it's all based on time, there's no key involved!

Reviews look horrible, and rather expensive. You can make something that works the same for about five dollars with an old shampoo bottle, two lengths of small link chain, . And a couple padlocks.

Or if you want something more precise, try this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00JGFQTD2/ref=pd_aw_sim_sbs_121_of_13?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=427KTPFE5RPM3BNZNJBS

Here's my starter kit:

• Slow cooker: https://www.amazon.com/Crock-Pot-SCCPVP600-S-6-Quart-Smart-Pot-Stainless/dp/B004ZUW52W/ref=sr_1_1?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1495997790&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=slow+cooker&psc=1
  
• Rice cooker: https://www.amazon.com/Aroma-Housewares-ARC-914SBD-Cool-Touch-Stainless/dp/B007WQ9YNO/ref=sr_1_4?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1495997817&sr=1-4&keywords=rice+cooker
  
• Containers: https://www.amazon.com/Fitpacker-Containers-BPA-Free-Storage-Portion/dp/B00VWJHFTM/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1495997867&sr=8-2&keywords=fitpacker
  
• Food scale: https://www.amazon.com/Accuweight-Multifunction-Scale-Cooking-Capacity/dp/B013WU0CZW/ref=sr_1_2?s=grocery&ie=UTF8&qid=1495997980&sr=1-2-spons&keywords=food+scale&psc=1
  
  Today, I put a bunch of chicken breast in the slow cooker with salt, pepper, and a jar of pesto, and made quinoa in the rice cooker with salt, pepper, chicken bouillon, cumin, and turmeric.

Sup sup.

I'm a senior in college now, about to graduate this May. I'm an engineering major. I've got a few extra-curriculars and yada yada. Point is, I don't have much time. I started doing meal prep back in sophomore year.

So here's whatcha do:

1. Let's say you eat four times a day, aye? pick up two sets of these guys
   
2. Buy a slow cooker. Doesn't matter which one. I just picked up an 8qt. slow cooker for about $30
   
3. Buy a rice cooker
   
4. Have 2-3 baking sheets.
   
5. find an oven
   
   That's all the equipment you really need.
   
   At 5'9" I'm going to assume you're going to eat around 2500-3000 calories a day to clean bulk. I could be wrong. Doesn't really matter.
   
   My favorite meal prep meal is a burrito bowl. Why?
   
   

• easy as hell to mass produce
  
• low fat
  
• can easily tweak parameters to make it high or low cal
  
• high protein
  
• keeps well
  
  Here's how I make mine per-bowl (I love bullet-points. Sue me):
  
  
• 8 oz. chicken breast (baked, cooked on stove, whatever)
  
• 1 cup brown rice
  
• 2 tbsp sour cream
  
• 1/2 cup black beanz
  
• hot sauce (franks is GOAT)
  
• onion
  
• jalapeno
  
• cilantro
  
• lime
  
• cheese
  
  That will level out to about 1,200 calories. 1,400 if you use dark(er) meat.
  
  Alan Thrall has a pretty good episode on meal prep here.
  
  besides that, you've got /r/MealPrepSunday for plenty more info.
  
  Oh, and pick up an insulated lunch box or cooler to carry around or keep in your car.

LIFT Certified BPA-Free Reusable Microwavable Meal Prep Containers with Lids, 28-Ounce, 7 Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0128YT76S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Nb6cAbBB1PQEW

Meal boxes?

https://smile.amazon.com/LIFT-Certified-BPA-Free-Microwavable-Containers/dp/B0128YT76S/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1473346088&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=meal+prep+containers&psc=1

I picked up a pack of 15 containers with lids for less than 20$ on Amazon prime now. Microwaveable and dishwasher safe. I’ll post a link if I can find it again.

Here they are

Looks like these https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GH5KQLO/

After 2 years of using takeout containers from GFS, I upgraded my meal prep containers to these and I'm stoked. No more multiple containers, no more insulated grocery bag just to carry 2 meals to work. My usual portion of veggies doesn't quite fit, so I had to chop them up a bit more, might get a food processor and try my hand at cauliflower rice.

I don't know about OP, but I have had these in my Amazon wishlist for when I run out of my dollar store cheapies.

Cheap tips...

Rice Cooker, Slow cooker, Food Processor, Blender.

Zojirushi Rice Cookers are consistent and long lasting - I had one of these for 12 years, and it always got the job done right. When I moved in with my wife, she had a rice cooker that was old, but still worked (another Zojirushi). We recently splurged and got a really high end one. It's AMAZING, 10-15 minute perfectly cooked rice.

Cuckoo CRP-HV0667F IH Pressure Rice Cooker - For reference.

Anyways...

Get the simplest cheapest crock-pot - Less things to go wrong when it's as simple as this.

Get a cheap food processor

Get a decent blender - Don't go too cheap on blenders, you really get what you pay for in a quality blender. Blenders and mixers are the two things KitchenAid does best.

Now... The reason why I said get cheap stuff? Because you said you know nothing about cooking, and you might destroy a nice piece of equipment in your ignorance. It's bound to happen. Since you are going to be living on your own, if family gives you free stuff, don't feel bad about getting rid of it if the equipment sucks. They didn't want it anyways. Good tools? And you'll do a good job.

Watch this for other equipment...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-av6cz9upO0 - Gordon Ramsay may be a celebrity, but his kitchen knowledge is definitely high-end.

Personally don't skimp on the saucepans, frying pan, and the knife (honestly for 99% of jobs you just want a really good chef's knife, other than a pairing knife can do most everything). They will make your life easier if you have quality equipment. I disagree with him about the cutting board for 2 reasons (10 years in restaurants in the past here)... One, you are a beginner and might ruin a wood board. Two, wood boards can accumulate bacteria from meats if not taken care of properly. I advise this one...

OXO Grips Utility Cutting Board

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHRXUeVsAQQ - Great video showing you some good techniques in cooking.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZJy1ajvMU1k - Another video along the same vein, great techniques for cooking.

As others have said Budgetbytes is great.

Raw beans and raw rice are always going to be significantly cheaper than buying pre-made/pre-cooked. Use a slow cooker to cook beans overnight. Use google for a recipe.

Chicken skin-on, bone-in is always going to be significantly cheaper than not. Breast is usually drier/tougher but lower calorie per oz. Thighs are juicier/softer, but higher calorie per oz. Remove the skin if you want to be more calorie efficient. Keep the skin on for flavor. Personally? I always leave skin on, remove the bone (but use it for cooking to extract the flavors), and I always use a chicken thigh. Personal preference. A cool tip is to remove the skin, coat in olive oil, and fry by itself. Try that out, see if you like it. Fry till like crispy bacon. If you don't use the skin in cooking, you can use it like this as a snack later.

Seasoning things is really important. Don't over-season, less is more. Because you can always add more seasoning later. When I make chicken, I always put a pinch of salt on each side, grind some pepper (use a pepper grinder, it's always superior to that pre-ground pepper crap), slap that into it. Olive oil, don't skimp out on this either. Get stuff actually from Italy, larger bottles are usually a better deal. Chicken with salt, pepper, olive oil is simple and tasty.

Get some kinda meal prep containers...

https://www.amazon.com/Freshware-15-Pack-Compartment-Bento-Lunch/dp/B01IIINCRS - These should work great. I like having a separation point in the container.

Some simple recipes I like...

http://luckypeach.com/recipes/miso-claypot-chicken-no-claypot/

https://www.budgetbytes.com/?s=slow+cooker - Anything here.

https://www.budgetbytes.com/?s=easy - Again, using the search function at budgetbytes is huge.

One thing that helps is to develop your palate. If you will be doing okay for money, the occasional outing to a restaurant to try something new can be really beneficial. When you eat food out, imagine what possible technique they could have used to achieve a certain texture or taste.

I'm just rambling, but hopefully this will help a little.

I have these and I love them! [5-Pack,29oz] Glass Meal Prep Containers - Food Prep Containers with Lids Meal Prep - Food Storage Containers Airtight - Lunch Containers Portion Control Containers - BPA Free Container https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y31WGWR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i6ZNBbNYC9JHH

These! They have held up really well. No discoloration or damage. I’m not sure how leakproof they are, but I haven’t had any issues! Sometimes I wish I would have gone with a divided container — there are a few divided options from the same manufacturer. They also photograph beautifully!

Get a programmable container that only opens once a day. Like this: https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00JGFQTD2

You’ve got this!

Naw man not a problem. That's why I post this. The meal prep containers that I have are microwaveable.

But I want the containers to last as long as possible. I put it on a plate and heat it up in the microwave for 2 or so min. If I'm out and about I seriously have no problem eating it cold. Maybe it's the military in me. Lol

Alex -

I'm happy with these

I have the same problem. I love to cook and hate to clean. I don't have a dishwasher either. I bought some food trays with lids. They can be microwave, dishwasher, and freezer safe. I buy in bulk twice a month. Precook meals for the week and put them in the containers. I also bought a food saver to seal and freeze extra food. Here is a link to trays. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GH5KQLO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_P8Ityb8WSQB8A

I have the same ones from Amazon, they are great:https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01GH5KQLO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Amazon here

I really like them, but I did get them previously and had to return them because they were damaged. They feel pretty heavy duty and are dishwasher safe.

Meal prep bento boxes

These seem to be pretty popular in the meal prep community.

Amazon. 20 for $20

There are essentially two companies selling cedar trays on Amazon. After reading through reviews one company has a bunch of "mold" reviews, wherein the trays ARRIVED with mold already on them. Mold will obviously destroy your cigar habitat. The trays listed below are ones I purchased and came in great condition.

1. Cigar Oasis Caliber IV Hygrometer
   
2. 2 Cedar Trays
   
3. 1 Sistema 1870 Klip It
   
4. 2 Boveda 69% (60g)
   
   ​

This is the setup I have.

The container:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00284AG5U/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1


Hygromter:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JXOKQVW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Boveda Packs:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004LHSOBK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Cedar tray (optional):

https://www.amazon.com/Spanish-Cedar-Tray-HUMI-TRAY-Cigar/dp/B00B9234HE/ref=pd_bxgy_79_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00B9234HE&pd_rd_r=JS6RQJY49RAXMS0VRDF6&pd_rd_w=vNV6l&pd_rd_wg=ZB7Ip&psc=1&refRID=JS6RQJY49RAXMS0VRDF6

TO ALL NOOBS looking to build a tupperdore. Or seasoned guys looking to build yet another: [Here is a great piece of tupperware](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OW0Y000/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1] on amazon. I recently got it and I couldn't be happier. Great size, great seal, and even has a moisture tray (I just put my boveda packs under that).

Here's a great Humidity/temp gauge

For humidity, Boveda packs are the way to go. A lot of the guys here suggest 65% humidity. Mine is at 69% but I may cut back, we'll see.

Also smoke a Drew Estate - Undercrown. Medium bodied cigar with great flavors and a really nice sweet taste throughout. (Sorry if you've seen me say this many times, it's a great cigar haha)

EDIT Here's another, cheaper tupperware option suggested by /u/nicknameisnub

Do a tupperdor!

Sistema KLIP IT Rectangular Collection Food Storage Container,236 Oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00284AG5U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_hBJZDbVSVZHE1

Mantello Solid Spanish Cedar Cigar Tray, Adjustable Divider, Fits Large Humidors, 12.5"x7.5"x2.25" https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079V3KYT7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_SBJZDbQCF8AAM

Under $30 for one of the most effective and low maintenance setups you're gonna find. Holds 50 cigars easily.

Use either the 65% or 69% (boveda recommends 69% for tupperdors) packs and you're good to go. 2 60g packs will be more than sufficient for this container.

Get one of these: Spanish Cedar Cigar Tray,... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B9234HE?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

One of these: Sistema 1870 Klip It Collection Rectangle Food Storage Container, 236 Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00284AG5U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ZoqQCb9PMRR8N

And some Boveda 72 packs and you will be golden. Cheap, effective and low maintenance.

I can't speak highly enough about the Sistema containers:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00284AG5U

They have an actual gasket in the lid rather than just relying on plastic to plastic contact. Also have locks on all 4 sides rather than just 2. Provides an absolute air tight lock.

Search "Tupperdor" on Amazon. Should get a few hits.

This Sistema Tupperware Box fits two of these Cedar Trays

Add a Hygrometer and some Boveda Packs and you're good to go...

This right here works great. I'm not now using a mixture of of a couple of containers off amazon and I just rinse them out with some baking soda with a little water then let them air out a bit.

I'm using these and these and they both work great. I really like the little ones for singles because it's a perfect shape.

As someone who plays on an ION drumpad in a 3rd floor apartment, I know your pain. These are my 3 fixes.

1. Put a ton of non slip cabinet liner under it. Fold it over like 5 times so it's nice and thick. It stops it from moving AND dampens some of the noise.
   
   
2. Get some thick foam, or an old school pencil eraser. Open up your kick pedal, remove that small twangy metal piece that hits the little sensor. Use gorilla glue to glue your foam/eraser into place. Make sure not to put it too high or too low, you want to be able to hit the sensor, but you also don't want to break it off.
   
   
3. Mesh Heads. Replace those crappy decaying rubber pads with some mesh heads. You'll never be happier. They're a good 50% more quiet, and they feel great to play on.

I have a piece of shelf/drawer liner on my desk under my surface for this same problem. It keeps it from slipping around, but you have a mat on your desk then.

https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00E9J3MLM

Measure out as much as you're going to allow yourself for the day and put the rest in the safe with a 12 or whatever hour timer.

https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00E9J3MLM

This is what you're looking for. It's called a ksafe. It's a time locking container - and doesn't unlock until the time you set has elapsed. If you ABSOLUTELY need the keys - you could smash it - but if you do, you're out $50. It's not so much that you'll be destitute, but it's enough to be a pretty big deterrent.

If I were in your situation, I would buy these three items: stainless steel electric tea kettle, the Wonderbag, and the Hotlogic mini portable oven.

The teapot will heat to boiling in less than three minutes, and can be plugged in at a gas station bathroom, while you're using the facilities. It will be ready before you're done washing your hands.

The Wonderbag is used all over the developing world because it cooks food without a continuous heat source, allowing families to save valuable firewood for other purposes. There is a great deal of information about the Wonderbag on the internet, including a cookbook!

https://smile.amazon.com/Wonderbag-Non-Electric-Portable-Cooker-Cookbook/dp/B01N2UKF1S/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1518976108&sr=8-2&keywords=Wonderbag

The HotLogic bag is a small portable cooker that cooks without odor, allowing you to use it in public unobtrusively. Lots of YouTube videos about ways to use it.

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00EC7XJ28/_encoding=UTF8?coliid=I2JT406MFURXGM&colid=4PIOFTYT27SL&psc=1

I would NOT buy an Instapot, as others have recommended because they need a great deal of continuous electricity to function, and they produce a great deal of cooking odors and steam, which are challenging to manage in a small space, or if trying to boondock cook in public.

Best of luck to you!

I'd get a Mr. Bento and then cook away!

how to pack

comfort food

more recipes

or, just any thermos and a hearty soup? You can pack a lot into a minestrone, or, a "stoup" or chili.

I love my Zojirushi Mr. Bento

https://www.amazon.com/Zojirushi-SL-JAE14SA-Bento-Stainless-Silver/dp/B000246GSE/

The outer container is a vacuum bottle so if you fill it with boiling water and let it sit for 5 mins, then dump out the water and put in your containers of hot food, they will stay hot well past lunch time.

Check out these things. They work quite well at keeping food hot/warm. Takes an extra 10 min in the morning to warm everything up, but last for awhile and you can portion things out for easy calorie count.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000246GSE/

A Zojirushi sounds like it might be a good fit. I have this system and I am very happy with it and it's quality. The Ms. Bento is the smaller version of the zojirushi.

Carbide sharpeners chew up and spit out edges. They peel off steel and leave behind a jagedy burred up edge. I'd suggest looking into getting a Lansky Turn box. They are between $16 and $20 dollars, and they will get your knife sharp if you go through the proper motions. Which are like 20 strokes per side (5 strokes then switch sides and repeat) (depends on were the edge is at in wear) on each of the rods then five alternating strokes extremely lightly. Most knives you just have to hold vertical, and if the edge angle is too wide you tilt it a bit until the stones are hitting the edge. You can tell this by marking the edge with a sharpie. The stone will rub of the sharpie where it is contacting the bevel.

The Lansky Turnbox is essentially a poor man's Spyderco Sharpmaker and both systems are literally idiot proof. They will get you a hair popping edge that will make factory edges feel dull in comparison.

You'll probably be able to find a Lansky Turn box at a local sporting goods store. Here is a link for it on Amazon so you know what you are looking for.

Lansky 4-rod Turn Box Knife Sharpener

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000B8FW0E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_BXKZBbVC5X9HY

Practice first with a Lansky Turn Box. In fact, you may not need anything else, unless you need a sharpening angle that's different. I use mine to keep my knives shaving sharp.

Oh, it s a good steel. It used to be the sort of steel you only saw in higher end knives, it’s trickled down a lot over the years so now it’s very common. It’s a very definite step up from the lower end knife steels. I agree with the other posters that it’s really not that hard to sharpen or take care of. A simple ceramic rod sharpener like the Spyderco sharpener or really any of the type would be more that enough to start with being that this is your first decent knife.

Lansky rod sharpener

This is the first think that looked decent on Amazon when I sorted by price low to high. Stay away from the pull through sharpeners especially any that use carbide.

I like this sharpener. It's easy to use and inexpensive. Sharpening stones are great too but they really do take a lot of practice to get a good edge. Maintaining the proper angle is crucial.

Just focus on one technique and style of sharpener and practice a lot. Keep at it and you will see success!

http://www.amazon.com/Spectrum-42978-Metal-Banana-Holder/dp/B000G66N2M

Banana holder, $13 on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Euro-Banana-Holder-Satin-Nickel/dp/B000G66N2M

Just sayin'

It's rated for 15-19 quarts, but you can stretch it a bit by using a better container. I think your 40 quart is probably a bit too big, especially since it's cheap and won't have super good thermal insulation.

I'm not sure how well your brick idea will work. I think you'd probably have to deal with huge preheating times as the anova slowly brings the bricks up to temp. You should probably be fine once it's up to temp though.

Coleman makes a 25 quart "party stacker" cooler that lots of people tend to like. The lid is fully removable so you can make the same modifications as you had planned with your big cooler.

There's also some smaller rubbermaid plastic tubs that people like to use. You can cover it with plastic wrap to stop evaporation if you want.

Rubbermaid Commercial Space Saving Food Storage Container, 12 Quart, FG631200 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000R8JOUC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_e1XWzbAGQ9N55

EVERIE Collapsible Hinged Sous Vide Container Lid for Anova Culinary Precision Cookers, Fits 12,18,22 Quart Rubbermaid Container (Corner Mount) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071L6PRY8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_v2XWzb44FWEGD

Here is the BPA-free version if you plan to also use it in food-contact applications, https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000R8JOUC/ref=psdcmw_13880481_t1_B0001MRUKA?th=1&psc=1. The traditional Cambro's still use a BPA polycarbonate, while Rubbermaid Commercial's version is their proprietary​ BPA-free CarbX plastic. I've​ switched to exclusively use the Rubbermaid over the Cambro's, and they are just as solid as product and actually hold up a little better.

I use this as container:

www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000R8JOUC/ref=ya_aw_oh_bia_dp?ie=UTF8&psc=1

And this as lid:

www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B071L6PRY8/ref=ya_aw_oh_bia_dp?ie=UTF8&psc=1

They work fine for me, and the price is good. I guess the lid could be a little thicker if I had to pick something but really I'm satisfied with my setup.

I lock the zipper part of my bag under the edge of the lid so I don't have to fish it out of the water.

Yep, with this container

and this divider

Where do you buy your green beans from? I know Sweet Maria’s has bags with the one way valve in half and full pound size bags. They also offer a container with the valve too. This is assuming you need the beans to still off gas.

If you’re looking for a container after the beans have off gassed, I like the Airscape (link below). Good luck!

Airscape Coffee Container

Get a wide thermos, there are several designed as bowls. I don't know about their bifl, quality. But so long as you don't dent it or put it in the dishwasher, the vacuum should hold.

The one I linked to even includes a telescoping spoon.

To that point, make sure the container has an actual seal in the lid and isn't just a snap on.

I use a Sistema container, similar to this: https://www.amazon.com/Sistema-1870-Collection-Rectangle-Container/dp/B00284AG5U/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=tupperdore&qid=1564065025&s=gateway&sr=8-1

I recommend this all the time: https://www.amazon.com/Zojirushi-SL-JAE14SA-Bento-Stainless-Silver/dp/B000246GSE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1483758166&sr=8-1&keywords=mr+bento

Keeps hot things hot or cold things cold, has 4 separate containers inside so you can have a main and a few sides and they won't all run together. It's pricey, for a glorified lunch box, but I love mine and it's been totally worth it for me.

If you can fit it in another bag that you're already carrying, that's probably both the handiest and most stylish option.


Otherwise, you just have to find the least bad-looking lunchbox you can. I used to use the Zojirushi Bento set, but it doesn't work well for all types of food. You can also brown bag it, but again, might not work depending on what you typically eat.

I have this in black. It does work well as it's basically a thermos. The key is to put the bowls in the correct order so they benefit most and it's properly sealed. But, you can't mix and match hot and cold foods. You either have the main bowls with cold foods or with hot foods and the side bowls at room temperature.

So, if you've made something that will keep in a thermos, it will work.

I'm planning on buying this someday.

So this isn't cheap at all, but it's probably worth the money if it helps with portion control: Mr. Bento. I have the Ms. Bento which is their smallest size and my boyfriend has the classic bento box, which is larger than the Mr. Bento. He probably should have bought the Mr. Bento because the classic is a little bit too big unless you pack a lot of leafy greens and other light calorie foods that aren't energy dense. We've had them for about a month and have been very happy!

Zojirushi's Mr. Bento is pretty good, and has a container with a screw top lid that will even carry soup, no problems. The capacity is quite large and might be surplus to requirements, though. Zojirushi also makes a Ms. Bento has a similar arrangement that's smaller capacity.

Vacuum flask: http://shopstanley-pmi.com/detail/TCL+10-01254-001

There are bento boxes/flasks that can keep food warm or cold: http://www.amazon.com/Zojirushi-SL-JAE14-Bento-Stainless-Steel/dp/B000246GSE/

I doubt it would last for life but with care it should last a very long time.

Bento Box.

Edit: Snazy thermos

Mr. bento: http://www.amazon.ca/Zojirushi-SL-JAE14-Bento-Stainless-Steel/dp/B000246GSE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1405704658&sr=8-1&keywords=Mr+bento

I have, and love, this one: http://www.amazon.com/Zojirushi-SL-JAE14SA-Bento-Stainless-Silver/dp/B000246GSE

Zojirushi SL-JAE14 Mr. Bento Stainless Steel Lunch Jar https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B000246GSE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_7kyYDb4R24GXQ

I use one of these.

I quite like it. You would have to cut up your pizza into smaller pieces to fit tho.

Office lunch options:

Jerky and kale chips

Avocado and canned tuna (halve avocado and remove seed at work; heap tuna in the hollows and eat it out of the avocado skins with a fork)

Leftover diced meat mixed with guacamole (needs a tightly sealed container and an insulated sammich bag with an ice pack... or an office fridge)

Sammich ingredients with a couple of big romaine or chard leaves to make a wrap

High-quality lunch meat and hard-boiled eggs

Deviled eggs stuffed with guac (yes, okay, I love avocados damnit)

Chilled soup like gazpacho or carrot soup (or hot soup if you have a microwave or a Mr. Bento)

That's off the top of my head, and mostly limited to keto-friendly stuff. If you're not carbo-phobic, there are an even wider array of options.

You can send it in OR buy a Lanksy turn box for very cheap and get a nice little sharpening done yourself. It's very easy to learn on that box, I like it quite much.
https://www.amazon.com/Lansky-4-rod-Turn-Knife-Sharpener/dp/B000B8FW0E

Yes, I certainly do.

On the low end you have some handheld sharpeners. The Smith's model is iconic and cheap. It gives you an acceptable edge, but it's not going to be good, and once it's loaded with metal it's hard to clean. These are mostly for tackle boxes and backpacks, quick solutions. It really wouldn't do a Benchmade justice.

In the middle, you can buy a guided rod system. The Spyderco Sharpmaker is the best I've seen. Lansky makes a few like this one. These systems do a really good job on pocket knives. The Sharpmaker is a great investment if you plan on dealing with knives for any extended period of time. They can keep a knife very sharp for years. Lansky's systems are relatively inexpensive, but aren't as precise as and lack some of the features of a Sharpmaker. I think the Sharpmaker is an ideal solution.

On the high end, you're looking at sharpening stones. There are two classes, oil and water stones. Oil stones are slower, but water stones are used slightly in the course of sharpening (one might last a decade for me) and are more prone to damage. These let you do repair, produce a more customized edge, and work on a knife's geometry behind the edge, something all knives require eventually. The majority of the time you wouldn't need this level of equipment, but when they come in handy they really come in handy. I use water stones on all of my knives. For most pocket knife users it's much easier and less costly to let a professional do this sort of work and maintain the knife with a rod system. No links here; there are dozens if not hundreds of stones on the market and there's no perfect one. Starting costs are around $150.

At the super duper expensive level, you have advanced assisted sharpening systems like the Edge Pro. These things are slick, easy to use, and ridiculously effective. They should be for the cost. Stones are still more versatile and a lot of the people who use these branch out in many ways.

Okay,
this is a fantastic lubricant

this is a fantastic sharpener

I do not recommend going to Walmart or a general sporting goods store. They hire people who don't specialise in knives ( unless they have a personal interest ) and aren't very aware of better products.

If you can, a Lansky turnbox is an amazing thing to pack and use as it has both a diamond rod for quick sharpening and a ceramic rods to maintain that working edge. At a standard 25° and 20° angles. It is simple, light, and inexpensive($17)

Lansky Turn Box is a relatively inexpensive way to restore initial sharpness (work especially well for recurve knives (due to the round stones).

Here is a good vid on how to use it.

Why not? You can get a professional quality sharpener very cheaply http://www.amazon.com/Lansky-4-rod-Crock-Sharpener-LCD5D/dp/B000B8FW0E. And then you just need a Steele and you can have razor sharp knives all the time. It's more about learning how to take care of a blade. Doing it is easy and inexpensive.

Or even the Lansky systems

5 Stone Deluxe - $38.99

Or the good ol' 4 Rod Turnbox - $16.99

Lansky 4-rod Turn Box Crock Stick Sharpener
It's a poor man's Sharpmaker. I used one for years until I got a Sharpmaker.
https://www.amazon.com/Lansky-4-rod-Crock-Sharpener-LCD5D/dp/B000B8FW0E

You should never use the pull-through portion of that sharpener and the rod gives you no way of maintaining a consistent angle. This would be a lot more effective and versatile for about the same price.

This is the one I bought. It won't work as well as a full on sharpening stone set but it's quick and easy. Use the coarse sticks first and finish with the fine, obviously. I take great care not to mess up the knife so I've only used the fine sticks so far.

My recommendation.

Lansky 4-rod Turn Box Crock Stick Sharpener (LCD5D)
by Lansky
Link: http://amzn.com/B000B8FW0E

Ok, he's my still ghetto but much much less depressing method.

Sleep on the boxes, just cover them up with more fabric. $10

Get the hanging shit off the ceiling, it looks creepy. $0

Go to ikea, don't get a fancy desk. Screw those, they fall apart, and are more difficult to move if they stay together. They have a modular desk system. This is the main surface, and these cheap bastards are the legs.

Very easy to take apart.

Desk: $25 + tax. Let's just say $30.

Now get two or three of these LED strips. At $17 each, these things are pretty cheap. Don't use the adhesive on the back, it's meant to be permanent. Just use another method to attach them to your ceiling in a sort of back and forth zig-zag or S pattern.

If you got three of these, you have ample lighting in your room, two backup-up power supplies if one fails, and three remotes. Use two of those temporary "command-strips" to put two remotes on the wall, one next to your entrance, the other next to your bed, then leave the third as a regular remote. You can now control the lighting, and the entire color of your room from anywhere. I actually hung them slightly low, and pointed them at the ceiling, creating a sort of ambient lighting, and less glare from the individual diodes.

LED ceiling $51 + command strips, and whatever means you use to hang them about $60.

Posters are cheap. 3 posters from target = $22

A cool cube clothing organizer. This is also very modular, and has those doors to keep it from looking too trashy. $67

Put your guitar on this guitar stand. $15

If you have big headphones (I don't see any. If you use earbuds/iems then ignore this) then put this banana holder on your desk. They are perfect for holding headphones, and look cool while doing it. $12

At this point, I've gone slightly over budget it. My guess is around $216 total for all of the above.

Big comfy chairs are huge, and expensive. I suggest checking the free section of craigslist for something like recliners. Just make sure they're bug-free, throw those in there, and throw them away or give them away when you move.

I got lucky, and eventually got a pretty light comfy chair that I do actually move with me now, using this method.

I just ordered this. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000G66N2M/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Amazon prime, and $10. I'm pretty sure it's the same one in the pciture. Also ordered a DAC, audio foam, power conditioner, dual VESA monitor mounts, and an unreasonable amount of optical audio equipment with velcro ties. It will be a good week.

Use a bananna hanger.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-media/product-gallery/B000G66N2M/ref=cm_ciu_pdp_images_2?ie=UTF8&index=2&isremote=0

I know a lot of people go for Cambro containers, but I've had no problem with this Rubbermaid container.

I don't use a rack, but someone posted a few days ago using this from Ikea.

If you are really into it I would recommend making your own. Get a cheap food storage container like this and some nut milk bags and you can make concentrate with whatever beans you like most.

It's way less expensive too.

Another user here of the 3 gallon/ (12 quart) rubbermaid container and lid. I cut a very small hole in the lid for my anova to fit into and it hardly loses any water even on >24 hr cooks. Plus the lid is flexible enough to just lift one or two corners and position bags. you can also use it to keep a zip top bag in place instead of clips or vacuum bags.

http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000R8JOUC?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00

http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VAUFD6?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00


I also use this ikea pot lid organizer to help separate bags or weigh down food that just keeps wanting to float. It is pretty nice because you can turn it around and remove pegs to customize the shape for what you are cooking.

http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00TJTWR04?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00

Something else that is nice to use is a pair of tongs with silicone tips so that they don't rip your bags but still grip your food for removal or changing the placement of food, because you don't want to stick your hands in hot water!

http://smile.amazon.com/Vivree-Kitchen-Tongs-Set-Stainless/dp/B00XGXGP3Y/ref=pd_sim_79_3?ie=UTF8&dpID=41nuul3KFhL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=0TK46SWSYA8WEN7S6YPR

I use a 12 quarter like https://www.amazon.com/Rubbermaid-Commercial-Container-12-Quart-FG631200CLR/dp/B000R8JOUC/ w/ a lid that fits around my Annova.

A canister by Planetary Design. I'm pretty happy with it.

http://www.amazon.com/Planetary-Design-Airscape-64oz-Chrome/dp/B00167XN14/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1422388597&sr=8-1&keywords=planetary+design&pebp=1422388598920&peasin=B00167XN14

After a year of Starbucks on my walk to work (and adding it up and shaking my head), I reached out to a high school friend and mega coffee nerd, and ultimately went with his recommendation for "best entry level" brew at home set up. It's been great. A little spendy to get into it, but it paid for itself quickly, and I've loved experimenting with different roasts of whole beans and doing the grinding myself.

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Grinding:

Baratza Encore Conical Burr Coffee Grinder

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Brewing:

Breville BDC450BSS Precision Brewer Thermal Coffee Maker

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Storing Beans:

Airscape Coffee Canister

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Good luck, and happy brewing!

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For liquid-heavy lunches you need a thermos or other metal container such as this one.

Guaranteed. I would get a wide mouth thermos like this one for ease of cleaning.

You can also make steel cut oats by boiling water + oats and throwing in the thermos. They will be warm come morning however I could never hop on board. Way to much prep work and cleaning and instead I eat cereal primarily.

Also you can look into thermos cooking which is pretty cool however I think a electric pressure cooker would be more practical. However you will need an electrical system which can handle 1000watts for a short period of time.

My SO doesn't have a microwave at his work anymore so I got him a food thermos and it works great. I sometimes do the "pre-heat" thing (pour hot water in & put the lid on for a few minutes before adding heated up food in it) but he says it doesn't matter. I pack it between 6:30-8am and he eats some around 11 and the rest by 1 and it's always steamy. I think the Thermos brand advertises that food will stay hot for up to 7 hours. He uses it for stews/soups, pasta and rice dishes. I add a little water to the rice dishes because he said they dry out.

The past two weeks, I've been making a veggie/chicken broth thing and throwing in whatever veggies are on sale. Cabbage is great in soup! At home I'll do an "egg drop" soup using egg beaters for extra protein (I don't see why this wouldn'tbe okay in a thermos but I haven't tried it). Also, beans are great to throw in. I cook up half a bag of great northern beans on Sundays and throw them in any/everything for added protein. You could put pasta in or cooked chicken too. On the extra cold days, I stir in pepper flakes &/orhot sauce!

My BF got me this one
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0017IFSIS/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1485914725&sr=8-2&pi=SL75_QL70&keywords=hot+food+thermos

I adore it!

I use this thermos for hot food like soup, stews, and some pastas for my husband's lunch. I've been very happy with it. Food safety is only an issue if you don't follow the directions (use boiling water to sterilize and heat it first, make sure the food is hot enough, etc). You can find several sources online that cover the food safety aspect.

For cold stuff, he uses this Coleman cooler. I had to link to eBay because apparently it isn't made anymore. He's been using it since the early 90s, so the older ones are definitely BIFL. I have no idea about the newer ones. I use ice packs to keep cold food cold.

They make ones called food jars that are a bit easier to eat from than the ones for drinks. I have this one.

I have 2 of these https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00284AG5U?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

They fit 2 cedar trays perfect. Looking for something a little bigger. Yours looks like a great option. How big a boveda do you need for yours? 320g

AHA I see the confusion now.

No it's rare that anyone uses your simple "leftovers" type tupperware since they're small.

I have two of these https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00284AG5U/ref=twister_B01LZTCKQ1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 in the 232oz size and one in the 168oz size.

So generally you can get them holding similar amounts to what you'd get a humidor for. Really for me Humidors are all about looks/presentation. And that doesn't matter for my purposes so I went cheaper/easier with the tupperdors :)

They do

https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00JGFQTD2

I use one of these

https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00JGFQTD2

It lets you lock it for anywhere between 1 minute and 10 days.

I know this is a bit late, but here you go: https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00JGFQTD2

Fuckin' brilliant invention.

OP I'm going to give you the best advice I can because I struggled with video games & other time sinks for years.

First, it takes 20 seconds to change a habit. Want to play less video games? Make it 20 seconds harder to get to them. Put your XBOX controller down in the basement (and put the box of cookies with it). Want to workout more? Make it 20 seconds easier & lay your workout clothes out next to your bed.

I had a problem with screwing around on cell phone games too long to. I bought one of these things and dropped the fucker in there for 4 hours. It's like having a whole extra day of productivity.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JGFQTD2/

You have landed in the exact right spot. Congrats on getting all that other shit in your life sorted, and now you're sorting out weight. You should be crazy proud of yourself for getting this far.

I'm on lazy keto. Basically that means I only count carbs, nothing else. IT IS CRAZY EASY. I try to stay under 20-30 carbs a day. I sounds like it would be hard, but it's really not. The best tip I can provide is get rid of EVERYTHING in your house you can no longer eat. Just get rid of all of it. I have an issue with throwing away food (I just can't do it), so this was crazy hard for me. Keto is so much easier (and more effective) when there is nothing in the house to temp you that you shouldn't be eating.

After about a week, your carb cravings will just go away. This was both my and my wife's experience anyway. Eat meat, cheese, veggies (the rights ones), and a few other things and the weight will just melt off. I found this website to be VERY helpful when I started.

So I strongly suggest you do the following tonight (why wait? GET TO IT!):

• Go home and gather everything you can't eat. I suspect this will almost empty your pantry and fridge (it did mine). Donate to a food bank if you wish, but it's got to go.
  
• Go to the store and buy some bacon, steaks, cabbage, pork chops, green beans, bacon, zucchini, hamburger patties, various cheeses, bacon, almonds, bacon, and some bacon. If you have a Costco membership, that have huge bags of frozen veggies (beans, broccoli, and cauliflower specifically) that are cost effective and fantastic. They also have the best meat (near me anyway). The best thing about keto is that the food you can eat is CRAZY delicious. It was also kind of a shock to me to realize that real food is a lot more expensive than the garbage I was eating. Don't let this bother you. If there was a pill you could take that did what Keto does, you'd probably spend a lot of money on that, so just pay the real food premium and accept it as an investment in yourself.
  
• At some point, go to amazon and get some FitPackers. Make several meals at once so you always have something to eat when you're hungry. In my experience, if you have nothing to eat and are tired, you're more likely to cheat because you're just too tired to do things right. If you meal prep, meals become easy AND keep you on target.
  
• Watch the lbs melt off. My wife has lost 10 lbs a month doing nothing but eating what I make (I'm the cook, she can't boil water). I always keep a few different things in the fridge made via meal prepping, that way she has a little variety and can stay on target. She's lost 40 lbs in four months. In fact, she hit her target goal of 140 (139.6) THIS MORNING, and the smile on her face was worth a million bucks.
  
  So you can do this, but you HAVE TO DO THIS. You have to actually get started. WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? YOUR NEW LIFE IS WAITING FOR YOU. We'll all be here anytime you need. Feel free to PM me if you have any specific food questions. I'm no expert but what I'm doing is working really well and is fantastically easy.
  
  Enjoy your new life!

I bought these

Fitpacker Meal Prep Containers - Plastic Microwavable Stackable Reusable (28oz - Set of 16) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VWJHFTM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_NZJmxb0V48BP9

Kind of disappointed because the weight I put on them in the freezer made the lids crack :'(

Which ones did you get?

I prep the toppings separately in smaller containers so they don't get the greens soggy then mix when ready to eat. Depending on the state of your office fridge, you could make a weeks worth of toppings in one container and then just bring in a container of greens each day and mix it there.... or bring two containers in each day (plus dressing).

Sometimes I mix the dressing in with the toppings to keep things simple, but that's up to you.

As far as the containers themselves, I use the cheap meal prep containers from Amazon [here] (http://www.amazon.com/Fitpacker-Meal-Prep-Containers-Microwavable/dp/B00VWJHFTM/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1462975509&sr=8-6&keywords=food+prep+containers), but there are tons of different ones depending on what you're looking for.

Best of luck to you and your husband! I fantasize daily about getting out of this job and striking it out on my own. That's really brave and kudos to both of you on that huge decision.

Here's the link to the containers on Amazon.

Hey there! I've been meal prepping for quite a while, and this sub has been great for helping me get ideas. I can't take all the credit for any of these recipes, but I did make them into things that I like. I do freeze the food in the black containers, and take one out and thaw in the fridge the day prior. This prep was for 10 total chicken thighs, cauliflower mash for 10 containers, and then mixed vegetables. The salads I keep in the fridge. Containers are the Fit Packer containers, which I purchased from Amazon. I am actively trying to lose weight (12 pounds gone!) and meal prepping has really helped me stick with my goals. Because of this, I included the calorie information from MFP for those of you who would like that.


Roasted Chicken

10 5oz(ish) chicken thighs (these have bones/skin)

Rosemary (like 4-5 sprigs)

Lemon Juice (about a quarter cup)



Preheat your oven to 400 Fahrenheit and take your chicken out of the package.

In a large bowl, put a quarter of the lemon juice at the bottom with one sprig of rosemary

Layer in your chicken thighs, making sure each has some lemon juice, and rosemary sprigs.

Allow to marinate for about 20 minutes, or until the oven is preheated (You can also marinate overnight, the lemon is VERY strong when you do this though.)

Bake for 45-60 minutes depending on your oven (Side note for this, I like to use those aluminum disposable pans for this from the dollar store. They're $1 for two and the acidity of the lemon killed my metal pan...)

Let cool for about 10 minutes before putting into meal prep containers.


Cauliflower Mash
I got this recipe from food.com, and followed it pretty much exactly. I doubled it, then divided it by 10 so each container has about 100 grams of the mash. (MFP says that each serving is 110-ish calories for 8 servings. I kept this calorie count even though I divided it by 10 to account for any mistakes in counting.)


Vegetables
I do buy frozen, steam-in-bag veggies. These are super cheap and easy to prep, and I haven't had any issues with cooking them and then re-freezing them and having them be mushy or gross at all.


Nutrition Info

With the Green Beans:

• Calories - 353
  
  
• Protein - 34.5g
  
  
• Carbs - 24.2g
  
  
• Fat - 14.9g
  
  With the Mixed Veggies:
  
  
• Calories - 363
  
  
• Protein - 34.5g
  
  
• Carbs - 25.2g
  
  
• Fat - 14.9g
  
  
  Mason Jar Salads
  This is not my idea at all, and you can totally put whatever veggies you want in this. The idea here is to layer your dressing, then hearty veggies, then less hearty veggies, then lettuce at the top. This particular week I didn't do dressing at the bottom (I like to choose my dressing in the morning before work) Here's what I did!
  
  
• Tomatos (Sunbursts) - 148g
  
  
• Mushrooms (sliced) - 60g
  
  
• Chick Peas - 85g
  
  
• Lettuce - fill the rest of the jar (it's about 85g)
  
  
  Nutrition Info
  
  
• Calories - 190
  
  
• Protein - 12g
  
  
• Carbs - 37g
  
  
• Fat - 1g
  
  
  
  Snacks
  
  In the pictures I have some veggies and hummus. My trick with these is to cut them up and pre package them, just like with the food. Each plastic bag is about 1/2 a red pepper, and I write the total in grams on the bag to make it easy to track. They range from 85-100g per bag. The celery ends up being pretty consistent at 115-120. The hummus I do pre-portion, and that is exactly 28g, or one serving at 60 calories.
  
  I didn't picture it here, but I also do this with snacks I buy (veggie sticks, mini rice cakes, etc). I find it easy to grab things in the morning this way when everything is prepackaged, but then I don't have to pay for individual packages at the grocery store.
  
  All in all, this is a fair amount of work (probably 2 hours.) I do this about once every other week. For breakfasts I either do plain rice cakes with peanut butter, or cereal depending on my work schedule. Dinner I usually leave open, but I keep large quantities of salmon and meatballs in the freezer to make easy meals.
  
  If you have any questions, let me know!

What do I call it? I dunno :) good luck in the kitchen, though.

The containers are 28oz, they're made by a company called Fitpacker, and they're only ~$20 for 16 of em. They make all sorts of sizes. Check it out.

Is it a lot of food for a meal? Yes. Eating one of these in a single sitting will definitely leave you full. But that's by intention...

We like these. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VWJHFTM/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awd_x_HQIgybE641ABG

I ordered a 16-piece (plus one free) set of containers for $19 from a brand on amazon called fitpacker. They're awesome. Link if you're interested.

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

They're on Amazon but a word to the wise, as I also use them, they aren't the highest quality. I've used mine since December and I'm down to 5 that are usable and even those have broken bits and some minor cracks. That's with heavy use (I meal prep all of my lunches every week in them). I would recommend them because they're relatively inexpensive and very useful but just be warned they can be kind of brittle.

I used to buy these https://www.amazon.com/dp/B011SY4P9I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_95EazbKHAVFS2

But this kind of container leaks pretty easily and after awhile knife cuts would sever it open.

Check out snapware.

Thanks! :D I got them off Amazon, they are made by Meal Prep Haven. Heres a link!

http://www.amazon.ca/Meal-Prep-Haven-3-Compartment-Containers/dp/B011SY4P9I/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1453740722&sr=8-3&keywords=meal+prep

reusable containers, measure cups, measuring spoons, and a food scale. /r/mealprepsunday

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0128YT76S

I buy these:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0128YT76S?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00

holds about 350g comfortably, you could probably get 4-450g in there if you packed it above the rim. Dishwasher safe, and work good for your lunches too.

plus they're cheap. :)

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.

I picked up these and they work pretty good.

3 Compartment
https://smile.amazon.com/Freshware-Containers-Compartment-Stackable-Dishwasher/dp/B01GH5KQLO/

2 Compartment:
https://smile.amazon.com/Freshware-Containers-Compartment-Stackable-Dishwasher/dp/B01IIINCRS/

There are all kinds of things out there. I have something similar to these on Amazon but my wife and I picked them up from Costco for pretty cheap. They are reusable and we have washed them in dishwasher quite a bit.

https://www.amazon.com/Freshware-15-Pack-Compartment-Bento-Lunch/dp/B01GH5KQLO/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1500493398&sr=8-3&keywords=meal+prep

They seem to be the 3 compartment mealprep containers. Possibly these

Links to the meal prep containers.

Meal Prep Containers | 2 Compartment https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071ZXT9JF/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apap_pA6nGbmClbiMW

Freshware 15-Pack 3 Compartment https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GH5KQLO/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apap_SerhXFIxPgLeu

https://www.amazon.com/Freshware-15-Pack-Compartment-Bento-Lunch/dp/B01GH5KQLO

These are the ones I got and if I can say, I am quite pleased with them. They don’t seem to stain and are odor resistant.

https://www.amazon.com/Freshware-Containers-Compartment-Stackable-Dishwasher/dp/B01GH5KQLO/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_79_bs_t_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=SAXPHTYNNZJ57GEJYNQE

I use these, but there are many different kinds available. I've been using mine going on 5 months now, so I am really surprised at the quality.

Freshware 15-Pack 3 Compartment Bento Lunch Boxes

got those for $11 on prime day

Maybe consider a set of these?

I notice I tend to eat better when I've already made 5-10 healthy meals in advance, ready for nuking. It's also a time saver. Home cooking in bulk is economical and expeditious.

I use these

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01GH5KQLO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I've found they work pretty good so far (:

You can find them on amazon

I got these ones from Amazon

I bought them over a year ago and I’ve thrown away five of them due to cracks in the bottom, which I feel is pretty good for the price. I wash them on the top rack of the dishwasher, and use them in the microwave.

I picked them up from Amazon. I also ordered myself a new Lunchbox to go with them. It has made this week really easy.

I use these: Prep Naturals Glass Meal Prep Containers - Food Prep Containers with Lids Meal Prep - Food Storage Containers Airtight - Lunch Containers Portion Control Containers Bpa-Free (5 Pack,30 Ounce) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y31WGWR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Sp9HDbR64K7HB

They come in a set of 5, but they have lots of other shapes/combinations so I think you might be able to find what you’re looking for.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y31WGWR/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_Kk2FzbJK7H05Q

Pesto Recipe: HERE. Tortellini's and asparagus were from Costco. Glassware was from Amazon.

Last week I made LowCarbYum's Cheeseburger Casserole. It's "old faithful" in terms of the meal prep rotation. I make it frequently.

This week I had planned to make a mushroom burger thing and ended up deciding to make wraps instead. I did pick up some great meal prep containers though, instead of the yucky plastic ones I've been using.

Food wise, last night's dinner was an easy pan cooked chicken breast topped with prosciutto and provolone and broiled in the oven plus one of the Costco mediterranean salad kits. I've got a Turkish Kebab on deck for later in the week. I love this recipe but it'll be served with carbs (rice pilaf and lavash). The kebabs themselves are good and low-carb. I have forgotten what else I have on the menu this week ...

not OP but I got these on Amazon

https://www.amazon.com/Enther-Containers-Compartment-Stackable-Dishwasher/dp/B072B9F7W4/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1505918680&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=bento+box&psc=1

Still haven’t been able to get back to running yet but my Achilles tendinitis has greatly improved so maybe soon. I’m in PT and try to do all my exercises and stretches daily.

My meal prep containers arrived from Amazon so I’m super excited about that. I stayed up late making a double batch of red beans and rice. I’ll start learning more and tinkering and figuring out what works for me with meal prep.

And I have a (6th) date with Lamb Chops tonight. I’m bringing over some red beans and rice and he is making corn bread. He’s always cooking for me so this is my chance to finally show off my cooking skills and feed him. :D Things are really well and I’m starting to get a bf/gf vibe from us. We didn’t have plans this weekend but I got texts Saturday morning letting me know how much fun he had Friday, including a video. Lol. And we texted through the day Saturday. That’s new for us as we don’t text much.

Oh and I got a bunch of Smartwool socks and other stuff on discount that’s arriving today! So a bunch of happy but low key stuff for me lately. :)

ETA to add link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B072B9F7W4/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1 and https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0742KGQG8/ref=pd_aw_fbt_79_img_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=QJ34TKJT41BQ2SV3NXP8

To chime in with the other people suggesting food storage or travel humidor type products:

Food storage is cheap and offers lots of sizes. My personal favorite is the Sistema Klip It as they have separate hinges (as opposed to molded in "living hinges") and a gasket that can be removed for cleaning.

The downside to any food storage option is durability and how secure the cigars are inside. Unlike dedicated cigar products, they won't have the grooved foam to help secure your cigars in the lateral direction.

Travel humidors are basically hard plastic cases. One brand used to be owned by OtterBox, if that gives you a sense for the material. Many of them look like Pelican cases, but they tend not to have the pressure relief system or be of the same quality plastic as a Pelican. Some common brands are Cigar Caddy and Herfador. They are certainly more rugged than food storage but are more expensive for their storage space. However Field Supply has fairly regular sales on some similar cases.

[Here](http://www.fieldsupply.com/blackwatch-case-layered-foam-1.html] is an example of the 40-count travel humidor they sell. It went on sale for $20 instead of the $32 it is normally at a bit back, but at the time I decided that I didn't need another travel humidor, so I bought the Two-Pistol Case instead. If you notice, they are the exact same case, just with different foam. It's a nice case, although I will say that the material is not up to the same level durability of a Pelican/SKB/ect level of case, but it was also about 1/3 to 1/4 of the cost.

Just keep in mind that while travel humidors give a listed number of cigars, that only holds true for a certain ring gauge and below. Larger cigars will take up more space and you'll lose capacity.

Tray +
Tupperware

Obviously the capacity is dependent on the size of the 'gars, but I'll probably keep it to 25 max as that's the recommended limit for one large boveda pack.

Sistema 1870 Klip It Collection Rectangle Food Storage Container, 236 Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00284AG5U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_oR38BbBVG7BAC

Spanish Cedar Cigar Tray, Adjustable Divider, Fits Large Humidors, Made with Solid Spanish Cedar, by Quality Importers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B9234HE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_XR38BbE0CTEK8 X2

Boveda 65% RH 2-Way Humidity Control for Cubans, Oily Wrapper Cigars & Wooden Humidors, 4 Count 60-Gram Packets (Humidifier/Dehumidifier)-by Boveda Inc https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077KVC1VY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_oS38BbFS9D5MD

Inkbird ITH-10 Digital Thermometer and Hygrometer Temperature Humidity Monitor https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0140UC9XQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_MS38BbMD8GPNV

That should do it, cedar trays are optional but I found that they helped keep things organized

When starting out always go for the tupperdor route. It doesnt matter what the environment is the cigars remain the same rh.

​ The default setup for a new cigar smoker is this: Systema container | cedar tray | Boveda 65 | Hygrometer. You could get away with not buying the hygrometer as long as you use the Boveda's but It's always good to know the rh. Other recommendations: The Cuban Crafters Perfect Cutter and another great tool to have is the PerfecDraw, not cheap but worth every penny.

Sistema 1870 Klip It Collection Rectangle Food Storage Container, 236 Ounce
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00284AG5U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_xak2BbAQVTK1E

https://www.amazon.com/Sistema-Collection-Rectangle-Storage-Container/dp/B00284AG5U/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1503683479&sr=8-1&keywords=sistema+29

and 2 of these

https://www.amazon.com/Spanish-Cedar-Tray-HUMI-TRAY-Cigar/dp/B00B9234HE/ref=pd_bxgy_79_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=3YGCGA1TVC6CC7YW1124

with a couple boveda and you're all set. There has been some bru-hahah about moldy trays but mine arrived just fine.

Here's what I use. Saw some recommendations here, and skimmed the Amazon reviews to see lots of people using this setup too.
Container https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00284AG5U/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Spanish Cedar Trays https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B9234HE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
And two 65% Bovedas
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FWPQ8WC/ref=twister_B00P2HIJ2C?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

This setup will easily hold 50+ cigars. You can fit two of the trays, and the Bovedas fit on each end. I haven't had more than 27 cigars at a time in it yet, but they all fit in the top tray along with my hydrometer with some room for a few more. Right now, the bottom tray has air packets to help regulate humidity by reducing empty space.
Here's a pic: http://imgur.com/PsDM8oQ

You do not want to use regular cedar. Reason spanish cedar is used on cigars is because it is mold resistant and second aroma. That being said you could get away with an old cigar box or pieces of one but it's not really necessary in a tupperdore. A lot of people including myself are using the below container with the below trays. I will caution you it is hit or miss with the trays. Half will arrive either broken or covered with a dust that looks like mold. I usually order twice what I meet and return the defective ones. As far as hygrometers I suggest not going cheap although with tupperdores it's not even really necessary as long as your container is tight and boveda not expired. I just like being able to look in and see because of my ocd.

https://www.amazon.com/Sistema-Collection-Rectangle-Storage-Container/dp/B00284AG5U

https://www.amazon.com/Spanish-Cedar-Tray-HUMI-TRAY-Cigar/dp/B00B9234HE

www.amazon.com/Caliber-Digital-Hygromter-Western-Humidor/dp/B00JXOKQVW

As u/DavisEcho mentioned, Sistema + spanish cedar trays are very efficient,




Sistema 1870 Klip It Collection Rectangle Food Storage Container, 232 Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00284AG5U?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

Spanish Cedar Cigar Tray, Adjustable Divider, Fits Large Humidors, Made with Solid Spanish Cedar, by Quality Importers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B9234HE?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

• you can fit 2 trays in one Sistema 1870
  
  
• have you looked at some Wineadors as an option?

Most will recommend the Sistema 1870.

You can optionally get a Spanish Cedar Drawer for organization.

You will need a hygrometer.

And finally Boveda. Most people will recommend 62% or 65% for a tupperdor setup.

Like the other commenter said, tupperware containers provide very good seals. You want one with a gasket.

Sistema KLIP IT Rectangular Collection Food Storage Container,236 Oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00284AG5U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_3edTDbM9D4P5G are pretty popular and they almost exactly fit two spanish cedar trays that you can also find on Amazon. The trays arent required, but look and smell nice. That will fit two boxes of cigars, so say 30-50 loose ones

Boveda packs are little packets that absorb or release moisture to bring the air to its stated humidity level. They are very widely used in humidors, especially tuperware. A 65% pack or two and you're good to go.

For like 20-30 bucks you can have a setup that will preserve cigars for years. Just keep it in a cool area of your house like the basement. I think 65-70 degrees is ideal.

Hygrometers will report the temp and humidty. You can get an electronic one off amazon for like 10 dollars. Its not required as I've never heard a boveda pack failing.

Check out this post of mine. $7 at Walmart and will hold 20-25 sticks depending on size. If you need more space later, you can order this container and this cedar tray both from Amazon.

Yup. If you need specific recommendations, I started with a Sistema 236 oz, which will hold 2-4 boxes and a ton of singles, then pretty quick I moved to a Container Store 46 qt, which will likely hold 15+ boxes.

Would you consider a trade for this Dunhill Rhodium Lucite Humidor? HMU!

For a humidor, I would get a Sistema Container and a couple of these trays. This setup has worked great for a number of people, myself included. It seals very well.

Hey fellow Angelino welcome! That's not a bad buy for that price especially for a starter set. The sticks are just to help you get your feet wet there are a few in there that are decent for beginners. I can't say much about the humidor but usually when they combine them in a cheap set like that they aren't the best quality. If you don't care for aesthetics I would recommend getting a tupperdor and throwing in there some 65 RH bovedas. You just stick the cigars in there and a boveda or two and you are golden! Also check out r/cigarmarket for future buys it's a great place if you are looking to get samplers at a great price people will help hook you up!

Hope you enjoy your stay!

P.S. What school do you go to?

I just set up my first tupperdor. Here's the Tupperware box I bought. Looks plenty big for 50 cigars.

I can fit 2 of these trays in this Sistema 7.4 qt.

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cc: u/eldude

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edit in case these disappear from Amazon: The tray is called "F.e.s.s. Fess Storage versatility Cedar Tray with Adjustable Divider"

http://m.imgur.com/XFrXNNe

When I was looking for tupperware on amazon this showed up with the cedar tray often purchased with it. About 30 cigars in it now, guessing it will hold 60 to 100 depending on width. Cost me $27.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00284AG5U/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B9234HE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

These are the trays I'm using: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B9234HE/

There was a thread somewhere (that I can't find right now) that highly suggested these and that 2 of them will fit almost perfectly in the tupperware I bought for the project (https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00284AG5U/).

Wet towel underneath.

Or a shelf liner

edit. to give you a better example

Tightvac - 1 oz to 6 ounce Airtight Multi-Use Vacuum Seal Portable Storage Container for Dry Goods, Food, and Herbs - Black Cap & Body https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0049557HI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_2NgLAbRWNNPST

This works really well.

mason jar or this https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0049557HI/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awdo_t1_np-wDbN20BZ1W

I'm assuming you're taking about bean storage, not brewed coffee. In which case, look into the Tightpac vacuum sealed containers, they appear to be available in various sizes and might be just what you're looking for.

I have something similar to this. Just a small, vacuum sealed container. Holds like, a quarter and is small and compact and zero smell. I can have it packed full of green, but no smell comes from it at all. I've had friends sniff it and were shocked to see weed in it.

Tightvac - 1 oz to 6 ounce Airtight Multi-Use Vacuum Seal Portable Storage Container for Dry Goods, Food, and Herbs - Black Cap & Body https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0049557HI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_zsQRAbQJZBGP4

Put the smell-proof bag inside one of these: https://www.amazon.com/Tightvac-Airtight-Multi-Use-Portable-Container/dp/B0049557HI/ref=pd_bxgy_79_2?_encoding=UTF8&refRID=WY5QNP9ZN3YRB0Z4ZNA6&th=1

I'm pretty sure you'll get 0 smell. Just be careful when and where you smoke. Have fun, frient :)

I bought one of these. Just dose, throw your benzos in there, and set the timer for as long as you feel necessary.

https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00E9J3MLM

Get yourself a kitchen safe if you can't make it through without unlocking. You can set a time where it can't be opened beforehand without breaking it, days / weeks whatever.

Honestly once you get past 48 hours, you barely notice it. Just make sure you're properly lubricated. Vaseline works best, as it doesn't dry out or become grossly sticky. And then once you've a hit a week, you wonder if you're ever going to care about being unlocked again. It becomes a fun game, and it's very easy to forget you have it on in the first place.

Source: been in chastity for 3+ years, this is what works

exactly same issue as you, sometimes I find myself rolling/loading my vape on autopilot

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00E9J3MLM/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1541528319&sr=8-4&keywords=time+lock+box

that is the lazy but efficient option. Just make sure you are disciplined in using it

Nuts are very healthy for you, your issue doesn’t seem to be what you’re eating, but portion control. Have your nuts, but measure out an acceptable amount for that fits into the amount of calories you’re eating that day. You can get a box of snack sized baggies at the dollar store. Only allow yourself to eat your allotted amount of baggies. You can even lock up the rest of your supply with a food safe so you’re not able to binge on nuts once you use up your daily allotment.

https://www.amazon.co.jp/gp/aw/d/B00E9J3MLM

Like one of these? That's brilliant. I know there's at least a couple of microwaves in the school where I work, but I don't love the idea of wandering through the halls at lunchtime carrying my leftovers. (I tend to eat in my desk so I can play on my phone in peace or get extra work done.)

Get your self a hot plate lunch box!!

My husband drives semi and was getting tired of sandwiches and salads. Now he can take whatever he wants, there is one downside and that was having to switch to glass storage containers. A lot of the time he takes freezer burritos and wraps them in aluminum foil (not sure if you do the low carb wraps).

https://www.amazon.com/HotLogic-Mini-Personal-Portable-Black/dp/B00EC7XJ00

I am not a fan of cooking in microwaves and so I use the HotLogic mini for when I am at work. I use it mostly for reheating. But I have seen YouTube videos of cooking with it.

HotLogic Mini Personal Portable Oven, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EC7XJ00/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_4GMzzb6V1Y801

Not a lifehack, but this may be worth a look.

If you are just looking at cold lunches for convenience and have power at your desk I recommend one of these


Simple and will reheat just about anything without worrying about running to the microwave. Just plug it in a few hours before lunch, I usually just plug it in when I arrive at work, and your lunch will be nice and hot for lunchtime.


Been using this for over a year now without problem and it's great to reheat soups, leftovers, and just about anything I have tried. I have one of these, these, and these which covers just about all food types. But I have used just about any type of reusable plastic and takeout container with success.

If you want something portable that you may be able to actually use for cooking, try www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EC7XJ00?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00, but no guarantees from me because i only use it for heating. The company says it can cook, though.

If you're staying in a hotel, many of them do have mini fridges available to you, if you ask. That might make simple meal prep a couple of times a week a possibility.

Another solution is a portable personal oven which might make it possible to heat up healthy frozen dinners.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00EC7XJ28/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1491428999&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=heat+up+lunch+box

Get one of these!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00284AG5U/

This one is pretty nice and is popular. Gives you room to grow

Sistema 1870 Klip It Collection... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00284AG5U?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

The size is perfect for my trays because it allows enough space for two trays and room on the side for my hygrometer and two bovedas

Buy a large plastic airtight container, like this one that is highly recommended

https://www.amazon.com/Sistema-1870-Collection-Rectangle-Container/dp/B00284AG5U

Grab a few boveda, I use 65% personally

https://www.amazon.com/Boveda-65-Percentage-Individually-Wrapped-Humidity/dp/B00FWPQ8WC/ref=sr_1_cc_5_a_it?s=aps&ie=UTF8&qid=1549155129&sr=1-5-catcorr&keywords=boveda+65%25+humidity+pack

2-3 will be enough. That will keep them good for a long long time. I would unwrap the boxes and prop the lids open when putting them in the Tupperware, just for airflow.

Also, congrats on the wedding!

You know what I like to do with work emails?

Ignore them.

Welcome to the sub! Get verified and start trading, man.

Also, here's some links to your new overflow tupperdor that you'll need once you get verified:

Tupperdor

Bovedas

Here is a $50 guide to making a tupperdor and outfitting yourself as a new cigar smoker. Lots of people on here now like the Sistema option which is about $12.

Yup! It's what I use for my cigar boxes and for aging. I love selecting a cigar from a nice wooden humidor, so my active rotation is in one that's been doing ok so far, but you can't beat a tupperdor for precision.

Any large plastic container with a hermetic seal works; for loose cigars, people love the sistema klip it with cedar trays, they apparently fit together well.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00284AG5U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_WUfYCb921CF5Z
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B9234HE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_p8fYCb10FHXC0

These hold about 80-90 sticks each

Get more space than you need.

I've got questions!
What Spanish cedar tray is that?
What's the model/make on the Tupperware? How many sticks do you estimate your setup will hold?
I ask because I'm not super crazy about my setup, and I may change up a bit. I like the look!

Edit:
I searched Amazon for "Spanish cedar tray" immediately after paying that and the first two results were these:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00B9234HE/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1496963554&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=spanish+cedar+cigar+tray&dpPl=1&dpID=41a1SIvKtoL&ref=plSrch

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00284AG5U/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1496963554&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=spanish%2Bcedar%2Bcigar%2Btray&dpPl=1&dpID=419IM2G0ttL&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1

Are those the ones lol?

Sistema Klip It: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00284AG5U/ref=sxts_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1504835879&sr=1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65

29 cup model will hold around 50 cigars.

Amazon has a Spanish cedar tray in the "frequently bought together" section. You can fit two of those, plus Boveda packs and hygrometer between the trays and the Tupper. Be sure to check the trays for mold of you get them... Mine were just fine, but I've seen others comment with issues.

It's amazing how quick the little bastard fills, though. I've only smoked a half dozen cigars, and mines already full...

This works better than a moist towel under the board.

http://www.amazon.com/Duck-1100731-Non-Adhesive-12-Inch-20-Feet/dp/B002AS9NAI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1408071638&sr=8-1&keywords=non-slip+shelf+liner

Some pictures can help with the identification of the species, though I hear that the Chinese mantis (T. Sinensis) is commonly given out to kids in some elementary schools.

In the likely case that you are housing T. Sinensis nymphs, it is important to note how prone this species is to mismolts when they are young. Nevertheless, a lot of people will still tell you they are a beginner specie (though certainly manageable). Since yours are still feeding off of fruit flies, they are still in the early instars and you should pay particular attention to humidity and the enclosure itself.

Humidity should be around 50% for these guys. Some members of the mantidforum suggest misting just enough so that any visible moisture on the walls evaporates within 30 minutes, but do not let the paper towel completely dry out. Anymore and you risk oversaturation. I have had a ghost nymph straight up drop dead from this (possibly due to fungal infection caused by excess moisture). As for how often, some people like to do it once every morning or once before bed time. It's up to preference, but I spray very lightly once in the morning and regularly at night. If I had to spray once a day, I would do it at night because that's when most will shed. Important thing is to keep the paper towel moist (but not soggy)!

As for your stick woes - never put outdoor collected wood in a pet's enclosure without sanitizing it either by oven baking at 200-250 degrees F for 2-3 hours or by using a bleach solution. You might not want what hatches out to get into your home, nevermind your mantis enclosure!
What I like to do is glue the netting that people often put on their lids onto the side of the 32oz cups. This way, the mantis get all around climbing surface and you eliminate the need for sticks that can potentially get in the way during an important molt.
These work well:
http://m.homedepot.com/p/Phifer-36-in-x-84-in-Black-Pet-Screen-Kit-with-Spline-and-Roller-3025886/205001783

http://www.amazon.com/Duck-1100731-Non-Adhesive-12-Inch-20-Feet/dp/B002AS9NAI

The black netting can usually be found in very large rolls for under $10 in most hardware stores.
That said, fake plants are okay as long as there is plenty of room for molting.

*Edit: As they get larger, newer enclosures must accommodate their size. T. Sinensis grow pretty large (around 4"). The general rule for every mantis enclosure is twice it's length in width, and three times its length in height. This means that by adulthood, you are looking at an enclosure that is a rectangle of dimensions 8"x8"x12" or a cylinder with a radius of 4" by a height of 12", or of course another container of similar dimensions.

This link has a lot of helpful information about this specie:
http://mantidforum.net/forums/index.php?/topic/31349-tenodera-sinensis-chinese-mantis/

You could use kitchen cabinet liner likethis underneath it. I got mine in black from Walmart for $4. I put some under my keyboard and it keeps it stuck to my desk perfectly.

Here's my setup.

I picked up a $10 3-drawer organizer and lined it with some grippy shelf liner. So far it has worked out pretty well. Much more accessible than stuffing them in a display case, but also a lot neater than randomly throwing them in a drawer. It just looks clean and tidy.

Fuck yeah.

It's not plastic wrap, it's drawer liner. e.g.

how about getting a roll of the thin, foam shelf liner like this:
http://smile.amazon.com/Duck-1100731-Non-Adhesive-12-Inch-20-Feet/dp/B002AS9NAI?ie=UTF8&keywords=shelf%20liner&qid=1459357798&ref_=sr_1_1&s=kitchen&sr=1-1

I've seen it at the dollar store. You could try putting a large piece of liner on the seat, then the blanket. It's worth a try! Good luck!

I use rubberized shelf liner It's this sort of rubbery/grippy type material that you can buy almost anywhere (Target/K-Mart/Wal-Mart, probably hardware stores, maybe grocery stores) You can cut it into whatever size you want. Not only does it prevent slippery things like phones and tablets from sliding around, it also does a great job of dampening noises from vibrating things. I have some USB hard drives on my desk that are stacked on top of each other but the spinning hard drives cause the cases to vibrate together and make a really annoying (not very loud, but VERY annoying/distracting) buzzing noise. I cut a couple pieces of shelf liner to the same size as the hard drive cases and inserted a piece in between each drive, and now the vibration noises are gone!

I knew someone who would keep a long leather strap around his neck. He'd hook a curve of the strap to the waist of his fiddle. It's been a number of years, but I think it was the right lower sweep of the waist or beak. He could wander festivals this way and play at any moment without worrying about securing a shoulder rest. It worked well enough for him (he stayed in first position, used no vibrato), that he'd use it even in concerts and sessions.

I wouldn't recommend that over elastics and a cushion maybe covered with grippy material, since it offers no support, but your post reminded me of it.

Get some shelf liner and put that underneath it. If you're still pulling it, clamp it to one edge of the table (still with the shelf liner under it) and braid from the opposite edge.

We put ours on top of a chest of drawers. I'd recommend putting a shelf liner (like this one) between the pad and dresser to keep it from moving around. As others have stated, never leave baby more than an arm's reach away or unattended.

http://www.amazon.com/Duck-1100731-Non-Adhesive-12-Inch-20-Feet/dp/B002AS9NAI

We use this stuff between our dogs' bed and the kennel floor. It works perfectly even in the moving car.

The commercial gym I train at has slippery benches as well. Here are some solutions that have helped me not fly off the bench:

1. Drawer/shelf liners: this is probably the best solution! I just drape it on top of the entire bench and BAM. No slip!
   
   The liner is sold in a roll (link below), but you only need a piece long enough for the bench.
   
   https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002AS9NAI/ref=pd_aw_sim_201_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=Y8ZFN4WHEN3VNNZ6BDD9&dpPl=1&dpID=91V8hWHWKlL
   
   
   
2. Bands: you can tie resistance bands/floss around the bench. I don’t like this method because it takes me time to tie the bands in the right spot (head area and butt). It’s much faster to just toss the drawer liner on the bench.
   
   
3. A7 bar grip shirts: these have a grippy material on the upper back area of the shirt. I think they run about $30 each.
   
   Hope this helps! HAPPY BENCHING!

Tightvac for sure

Tightvac - 1 to 6 oz Vacuum Sealed Storage Container, Black Cap & Body https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0049557HI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_G1LYxb9W9REJZ

I started messing around with weed around the same age, so I'm not gonna just say "you're too young" or any of that shit. You'll still do it anyways, and I'd rather you were smart about it.

First, I would highly suggest finding someone who has experience with weed to be with you when you do weed. I'll give you all the advice I know, but it's still better to have an experienced person on hand. Maybe the person that made the cookies?

Second, be careful with edibles, and very careful with edibles when you don't know the concentration. It's really easy to take too much, more so when you've just started. I'd personally suggest you smoke instead of doing edibles, as you can feel the effects much faster, and better gauge how much to use. That being said, smoking isn't the most pleasant thing when you start, and you either need some sort of piece, or you need to be able to roll.

Third, the fun stuff: always have food on hand. Snack food and candy is wonderful, but actual food is also amazing. Really everything is. If you plan on smoking, I'd suggest having something to drink as well, such as Gatorade. Music is great, and you'll find that bass heavy music is really cool. Dubstep was really created for stoners, but I'd suggest Drum and Bass. Honestly, the type of music you choose really sets the tone of your high. Try something like Chillstep if you just want to relax. Just make sure not to play it too loud, headphones might be a good idea d-_-b. Another great thing to do: shower. Go take a really long, hot shower. It's great. Oh, and smoke with friends. It makes things so much more fun, and then you can play Mario Kart or something.

Oh, and if you plan on keeping weed in your house, and don't want people to know, invest in a vacuum seal container, like this one. The smell will go straight through any number of plastic bags. That being said, a mason jar works just as well.

That's all I can think of off the top of my head. Just remember: be mindful of how much you take, have food, and make sure you don't have anything you need to do before you get high. Also, if you have any other questions, I'd suggest making a post on r/weed. They're pretty friendly, and the community is larger than this subreddit, so more people will be able to help you out. r/trees is another good one, but they have an 18+ rule, so don't mention your age.

Anyways, have a good time!

I just use an airtight container I got from amazon. Link

I have two of them. One bigger one to hold grinder, abv, and tools. One smaller one to hold the bud.

Best way to store
Tightvac - 1 oz to 6 ounce Airtight Multi-Use Vacuum Seal Portable Storage Container for Dry Goods, Food, and Herbs - Black Cap & Body https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0049557HI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_XS5YCb3DXBVH6

I bought a small vacuum can to keep it in. It holds abv, the metal tool, brush and my grinder as well. Amazon link

I've used this one in the past. It works pretty well, smell leaks a bit more that a mason jar, but it works well

Depends on what country you're in :) Does amazon ship to you?

https://www.amazon.com/Tightvac-Airtight-Multi-Use-Portable-Container/dp/B0049557HI

Something like this, and then click through the related items too if you're not a fan homie

I got these airtight containers on amazon for a few bucks. Never have any issues with smell or quality degradation. As others have said Mason Jars are always great.

Tightvac - 1 oz to 6 ounce Airtight Multi-Use Vacuum Seal Portable Storage Container for Dry Goods, Food, and Herbs - Black Cap & Body https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0049557HI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_68yKDb7C4N859

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0049557HI/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1465574688&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=1+oz+vacuum&dpPl=1&dpID=41R7GflT8nL&ref=plSrch

http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0049557HI?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

One of these things.

Kitchen Safe: Time Locking Container (White Lid + Clear Base) - 5.5" Height https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00E9J3MLM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_FCp2Ab6BDTBBF

sounds like you need a kitchen safe.

https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00E9J3MLM/ref=sr_1_4?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1522673886&sr=1-4&keywords=kitchen+safe

I actually have another strategy. I use this thing called the Ksafe to lock up my tweezers for 1-2 days. Then I allow myself to groom my face/eyebrows and lock them back up immediately so there's no temptation to go overboard and start attacking my eyelashes. I think I made a post about the safe a while ago but I never followed up because it wasn't really helping much. But I think having the visual reminder on my mirror plus the promise of a reward is what's keeping me motivated this time.

Sorry to hear you're struggling and slipping. Trich is a very, very difficult thing to manage.

Buy yourself a kitchen safe. They work wonders if you're weak in the knees, so to speak.

https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00E9J3MLM

I own the solid white with blue lid. So fly....

I got one of these:

Kitchen Safe: Time Locking Container (White Lid + Clear Base) - 5.5" Height https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00E9J3MLM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_IUmSzbCSRNQAP

I put my stash in there on Sunday morning and set the timer for 5 days 6 hours, so it doesn't unlock until Friday afternoon. Has been very effective for me.

Kitchen Safe: Time Locking Container (White Lid + Clear Base) - 5.5" Height https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00E9J3MLM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_hVERDbRRF42E3


for the money i would buy

iKeyp Pro Smart Safe https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XRKHF1C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_dWERDb9MY3F8W

remote unlock vis app

GOT IT!! https://www.amazon.ca/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00E9J3MLM/ref=pd_cp_469_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=6DN65MS5Y2F92JXA49MK
it's small and compatable and cheap

This Kitchen Safe was just recommended to keep kids away from electronics. I'm game.

I know this is /r/slowcooking , but that doesn't seem practical. You're better off taking leftovers with you and keep them heated using this:

https://www.amazon.com/HotLogic-Mini-Personal-Portable-Black/dp/B00EC7XJ00/

If you have access to a plug or 12v outlet in a vehicle I recommend grabbing one of these, will heat food to steaming hot in about 2 hours and keep it warm so there is no need to refrigerate it. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EC7XJ00/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_utrJAbYFH9QQW

Save yourself some trouble.

HotLogic Mini Portable Oven - Food Warmer and Heater - Lunch Box for Office, Travel, Potlucks, and Home Kitchen https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EC7XJ00/

As to your fourth point, I recently purchased a HotLogic portable oven and it's so awesome! Takes about an hour or two to heat up food, even frozen food, and the food tastes way better than in the microwave. All you need is an outlet. I'd invest in that since you don't have a microwave at work. You'll still be able to have hot food.

I've been using this hotplate lunch box that reheats your food over a few hours (3+ for a big meal), and it is a huge improvement over nuking it in the microwave. I typically have chicken, coconut rice, and veggies, and it always comes out great. The reviews say it heats up a few hours but I generally find this isn't enough for big meals, and I want the food temp to be well out of the danger zone, so I usually aim for 3+ hours.

It's called the Hot Logic Mini. I keep one at work and bought an extra one for home. Eventually I'd like to put my dinner in the box in the morning but I'm not sure how comfortable I am having my food heated all day.

https://www.amazon.com/HotLogic-Mini-Personal-Portable-Black/dp/B00EC7XJ00/

Not sure if this will help but this "portable oven" has been a game changer for me: https://www.amazon.com/HotLogic-Mini-Personal-Portable-Black/dp/B00EC7XJ00/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1522826111&sr=8-10&keywords=mini+toaster+oven

Someone posted about it a few weeks ago, it’s this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EC7XJ00/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_IPRlCbEFH2DX0

I use this to warm up my food at work.

HotLogic Mini Portable Oven (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EC7XJ00/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_l9XWCb1HABJ5Y

Hot Logic Mini is nice if you're just reheating. The disadvantage is speed. But if you can plan it out, they're nice.

I had something similar while I was briefly on the road: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EC7XJ00/ . I really liked it, but it was 120v and I had a pretty underwhelming electrical system, so I usually only used it when I was plugged in or at an actual campsite. The thing is, that although these things are low draw, they take a really long time to actually heat your food. Like, two hours for reheating leftovers. That said, they're a very gentle heat, so leftovers come out warmed a lot nicer than if you used a microwave. And with the one I had I could just put my tupperware in there and half the point was avoiding dirtying dishes and using more water. Didn't try to do any actual cooking with it, though. Had a butane campstove for that.

If you have a robust battery bank/solar and want to have something to reheat stuff or warm up frozen meals nicely over a long period of time, it's not a bad product. Maybe run the numbers and see if you can plug it into your cigarette lighter while driving? But either way, get one of them that are soft-sided so that you can stuff it away somewhere and it takes up barely any space. It's a pretty specific use case, but I was pretty fond of mine.

I've been researching the heck out of emergency cooking for the past few weeks, and here's what I found:

Outdoor stoves:

-Grill (assuming you have a yard or similar area to use one in).

-Fire/bonfire.

-Solar stove.

Outdoor ovens:

-Coleman camp oven

Indoor stoves:

-Gas stove

-Sterno cans (aka canned heat). You can get some alcohol stove stands off of Amazon that you can put pans onto, such as these ones: https://www.amazon.com/Evernew-Titanium-Alcohol-Stove-Cross/dp/B003DKK7MA/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8&coliid=I1CNQGNOMN32RN&colid=4BTO3HW301S2

-Coleman stoves. I've seen mixed results about theses. The manufacturer says don't use them at all indoors while others say use them with proper ventilation. I would have one just in case but have other resources to start off with.

-Flameless cookers. The systems I know of are the Barocook, Yabul, and Magic Cook. Barocook and Magic Cook use the double boiler method. You put water into the first pot and then put activated heat packs into the water. Place second pot with food into the first and wait until your food is done. With Yabul, you put the food directly onto the heat pack. I don't know if the heat packs are interchangeable.

Indoor ovens:

-DIY tealight oven. Basically, you take a toaster oven, gut it of its heating elements, replace elements with a bread stone and tealights, and be careful. You can find the instructions here: http://www.thebusybhomemaker.com/diy-tea-light-oven-off-grid-cooking/

-HotLogic Mini Personal oven. Just came across this on Amazon, and it seems nifty. You would need a power source (a power bank or generator) to run it, though. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EC7XJ28/?coliid=I2YIBNJGF9E53D&colid=4BTO3HW301S2&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

Before you try anything with fire or gas, I would highly recommend having a fire extinguisher and gas alarm on hand. I would also keep a food thermometer and a guide nearby.

For basic heat and power:

-Blankets. Lots of blankets.

-Fireplace, if you have one.

-Make a fort or set up a tent and focus your energy on heating that up, rather than your entire house.

-Have a power bank, at the very least. Get one that could power, say, a mini fridge or CPAP. Definitely have smaller ones for your phone and similar electronics. Keep them charged.

-Have a generator and keep fuel on hand. Make sure to keep on maintenance for it. It won't work super long term, but you'll be able to have something for a while, long enough to be ready to switch to Plan C (whatever that may be for you).

-HotHands or similar heat packs. You can get one-time use packs or reusable ones.

-Rechargable batteries. Keep them charged and keep enough for any electronics that require them that you want the keep powered.

-Candles (again, have a fire extinguisher or two on hand). You can get long-running emergency ones off of Amazon. I would steer away from stocking up on a ton of scented candles, just because it would get annoying to stay inside with five difference scents burning almost 24/7.

The interest shown in this prompted me to jump on the old search engine and see what is out there. Apparently there are hundreds, if not thousands, of answers for travelers. If you shop around I am sure you will find something that suits your needs. Here is one I found very interesting. From reading questions and answers on this it apparently is used a lot by people in your situation and has no problem with flying. https://www.amazon.com/HotLogic-Mini-Personal-Portable-Oven/dp/B00EC7XJ28/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1510926855&sr=8-3&keywords=Mini+Microwave+For+Car&dpID=51ADQnzJhSL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

My husband takes a mini hotlogic personal oven and puts leftovers in it, casseroles etc. Works great on the road.
https://www.amazon.com/HotLogic-Mini-Personal-Portable-Oven/dp/B00EC7XJ28

The problem with cooking a whole meal is that you will need to leave a whole other set of need spices, oils and liquids at work.

But you could reheat a meal assembled from your own leftovers from the night before. Or purchased, ready made frozen dinners.

If you want a fresh meal, consider investing in a Hot Logic mini-oven, $39 at Bed Bath and Beyond. This site has a 20% off coupon code.

Assemble your meal at home, season it, and plug it in when you get to work. It will be ready at lunch time, and leave your break free to enjoy lunch, without the worry of cooking it.

I use a HotLogic Mini
Changed my lunches dramatically and takes up a lot less room than a microwave

You could try a heated lunch box like this one!

Maybe you can freeze your meals in bulk and reheat it from its frozen state in the lunch box. I believe it takes 2-3 hours to heat it up before you can eat it.

I literally bought something similar a few days ago. I obviously can't vouch for how much of a BIFL purchase it is, but they make it clear what should go in what container, such as soups, cold foods etc. and it also states that you shouldn't tilt the tiffin box either - so the instructions are pretty clear. So far I'm enjoying it. No spillage. My food stayed warm. No complaints.

I was unusually excited to pack my lunch this week.

Yes it’s this one Zojirushi
Day 1 and I love it. Kept the food nice and warm! I’m sure you’ll enjoy it. $4-5 for lunch vs. $12-15.

Bento Boxes: like these

Not under $15, but you should still look at the Mr. Bento.

I second the hot food thermos. The mr. bento works mint if you want to have hot and room temperature goods in different containers. https://www.amazon.com/Zojirushi-SL-JAE14SA-Bento-Stainless-Silver/dp/B000246GSE

I have a Mr. Bento which I don't see much of in this subreddit but it works for me. :) I'm totally lazy when it comes to making my lunch look pretty so I kinda just throw stuff in the bento.

This is my flickr album of some of my bento lunches. I added description of the food below the individual pictures. I haven't added any pictures lately because I've been a little busy.

One thing that helped me out for healthy snacks to put in the Bento was paying for Graze. It's a small box of snacks I would get in the mail at 5 bucks a pop once a week. I'm not sure if they increased the price though because I stopped the service when I planned to travel for a few months earlier in the year. This is a picture of one of my Graze boxes I received in the mail.

I hope I can help a little but I'm no bento pro myself.

Your rice drying out is more problematic than being clumpy. Sushi (aka short grain/Calrose) rice is sticky. This is actually great if you're planning on eating with chopsticks. Since you can't heat up your lunch you do have a few options.

You can always:

• Invest in a Mr. Bento which are great for keeping food hot for hours.
  
  
• Pack a sauce to go with/on your rice to add moisture to it.
  
  
• Place something moist on top of your rice to keep it from drying out. Meat, sauce or even a cabbage leaf would work.
  
  My main concern would be that jasmine and basmati rice are types of aromatic rice. Their taste is distinct and it will change the flavour of the dish you're making if it calls for simple white rice. If it were me, I'd just bite the bullet and buy a bag of short grain/Calrose rice. Hope this helps. Good luck with your bento!

Breakfast: yogurt + granola + fruit. Or I'll make a breakfast casserole and portion that out for the week.

Lunch: animal protein + vegetable (usually salmon and spinach, steak and broccoli, or chicken and green beans), some type of curry + rice, or a 1/2 sandwich and vegetables. I like to make different chilis, stews, or chicken fajitas in the crock pot and eat that throughout the week as well.

I usually do fruit, vegetables or crackers + hummus, or chocolate for a snack.

I also make bentos when I'm craving Japanese or local Hawaii food. I have this container which is actually the best insulated lunch container I have ever owned. If I pack hot food, the temperature will remain in the safe zone for hours so I don't have to be awkward in the work kitchen to heat up the food. It also comes with a travel bag and spork.

I got this one and I like it:
http://www.amazon.com/Zojirushi-SL-JAE14SA-Bento-Stainless-Silver/dp/B000246GSE/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1413822780&sr=8-3&keywords=Zojirushi+Bento+Jar

My wife is a subscriber to happyherbivore.com meal plans/groceries list and does lunch cooking on sunday (she is the bomb). I drive to work on mondays with 5 lunches and snacks and stuff them in the fridge. I swear it must way 45 pounds with the pyrex containers. I eat cereal or oatmeal for breakfast at my desk, a healthy carb filled lunch, a snack at my desk in the afternoon, and then ride home and have dinner. I have lost 15 pounds this season and get to eat 4 times more than anyone else in my office. This may not be the most helpful for you OP, so let me suggest a little jem from my amazon wishlist that I haven't tried yet, the bento box

Mr. Bento

Its a bit pricey, but you can keep both hot and cold things in it. The trays are liquid seals when seated together so soup isn't a problem. Why buy lunch meat when he could be eating higher quality, but cheaper cut, meats like pork shoulder (who doesn't like pulled pork) or marinated flank steak for lunch!

Check out these. I picked one up for ~$20 at a flea market in perfect condition.

I have a few different lunch boxes depending on what I'm going to eat that day. I really like the Zojirushi Mr. Bento because it has multiple smaller containers that can hold different things including one for soup. Other times if I am only bringing something liquidy I will use a Stanley Adventure Food Jar. If I am just bringing a sandwich I will use a soft insulated lunch box with some tupperware-style containers inside.

Get yourself a cooler like /u/ScarlettsLetters says or a lunch box with the ice packs and take sandwiches or food you can eat cold/don't mind cold.

If you want hot food I'd say invest in a bento that can store hot foods. I use this not the biggest one available so if you are a hungry person or eat big portion look for a bigger one. I can supply better pictures of the container sizes for this one if you want. I also found a nice food thermos at walmart for the winter months were I make oatmeal in the morning or I just put oats in there and when I get access to hot water I make it for a later snack/meal.

Otherwise you are kinda stuck just making sandwiches in the morning and tossing in some chips. You don't have to be making Rubens or masterwhiches everyday but it sure beats fast food in terms of nutrition. Buy bulk chips from costco/sams club/BJ and toss some in a ziploc bag or a container. Or pasta. fills you up and its just noodles and w.e sauce / meats/veggies you want. Just give yourself maybe 10-20min in the morning to make food.

I use a PackIt Lunch Bag when I'm just doing a sandwich and chips for lunch and a Bento Box when I'm bringing what I slow cooked the night before

Wow. I just ordered this. Until today I was ignorant that these even existed. Glad I checked out this thread. Thanks for posting that.

Reusable tote bags and veggie bags for the farmers market.

I've found some really great recipes in this cookbook, if he cooks: http://www.amazon.com/The-Great-Vegan-Bean-Book/dp/1592335497

For coffee, if he doesn't already have any of these: a French press, a pour-over (http://www.amazon.com/Hario-VDC-02W-Ceramic-Coffee-Dripper/dp/B000P4D5HG), or an insulated coffee mug. I think stumptown coffee does a coffee club subscription thing.

Random, but a bento lunch jar could be cool if he has to take lunch to work. Reduces packaging, plastic sandwich bag use: http://www.amazon.com/Zojirushi-SL-JAE14SA-Bento-Stainless-Silver/dp/B000246GSE

https://www.amazon.com/Zojirushi-SL-JAE14SA-Bento-Stainless-Silver/dp/B000246GSE

We bought these for our kids lunches. You can keep hot and cold items separated. Watch the videos for full explanation.

I just want my lunch to be packed and stay fresh...its the little things in life!

bc

http://www.amazon.com/Zojirushi-Bento-Stainless-Steel-lined-Silver/dp/B000246GSE/ref=wl_it_dp_o?ie=UTF8&coliid=I3GDIRFC4Z8XZ2&colid=8M1SB7284ZIG

http://www.amazon.com/Zojirushi-SL-JAE14-Bento-Stainless-Silver/dp/B000246GSE

You need to get yourself a few of these Mr. Bentos :)

http://www.amazon.com/Zojirushi-SL-JAE14-Bento-Stainless-Silver/dp/B000246GSE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1347641847&sr=8-1&keywords=mr+bento

I'm a fan of bento (sorta) type lunchboxes and I have been using a zojirushi for a few months and really enjoy the compartments. There's different sizes so I'm just linking you to the biggest size: https://www.amazon.de/gp/aw/d/B000246GSE/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?__mk_de_DE=ÅMÅZÕÑ&qid=1483552879&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=mr+bento&dpPl=1&dpID=41p5bbuAleL&ref=plSrch

The best strategy is to make a quick dinner and make 2-3 extra portions. Store your leftovers in some tupperware, and put one of the servings into a lunch jar (http://amzn.to/1aiZsJ4). Leave it in your fridge to grab on the way out the door in the morning.

Ta da! $2-3 lunch.

The instructions say it isn't dishwasher safe. I've washed it on the top rack without issue. The vacuum jar and the one insulated lid shouldn't go in the dishwasher, though.

My two favorites are the Kershaw Cryo and the Spyderco Tenacious. They're perfect. The only reason I'd recommend the Cryo over the Tenacious is because of the speed opening. It's very handy to have, but if you don't care, I'd go Tenacious.

Then take your left over money and get a Lansky sharpener.

http://www.amazon.com/Lansky-4-rod-Crock-Sharpener-LCD5D/dp/B000B8FW0E/ref=sr_1_34?ie=UTF8&qid=1404325410&sr=8-34&keywords=knife+sharpener

I was complaining about my knifes and their edge because I always used those Smith ones from Lowes. The Lanksy made my knife a thousand times better. Sharpen it every other week and it's perfect for everything I need whenever I need it. Makes all the difference.

Get one of these:

https://www.amazon.com/Lansky-4-rod-Turn-Knife-Sharpener/dp/B000B8FW0E/ref=sr_1_10?crid=3NXU9W1Q4DYRO&keywords=lansky+4+rod+turn+box+knife+sharpener&qid=1564075158&s=gateway&sprefix=Lansky+4+rod%2Caps%2C165&sr=8-10

It’s not high end, but it’ll do the job.

In my opinion, one of the easiest sharpening systems for beginners are crock sticks or Spyderco's Sharpmaker. The crock sticks are significantly cheaper though and will last a lifetime if you don't break them.

I learned to sharpen on crock sticks. You just keep the blade edge facing down and the blade straight and make slicing passes down either side until you have an edge. Stupid simple, works great, cheap, and the angles should be perfectly fine for most factory edges.

If you can get good at a wet stone i think it is the most effective but for myself i have a hard time getting a even edge. I really like to use "crock sticks" myself. This lansky is inexpensive and works great for all of my knifes.

I use the Lansky Turn Box . It’s basically a poor mans Spyderco Sharpmaker, but it does it’s job extremely well. For $15 you can’t really go wrong!

This. Do NOT get a carbide sharpener where you run the knife through a V in a piece of plastic.

I found it difficult to get a sharp knife from japanese sharpening stones, but I could cut paper on the first try with
this.

When you do end up needing a sharpener, these are good https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000B8FW0E/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1523064182&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=lansky+box&dpPl=1&dpID=31h2vrVubXL&ref=plSrch

And these are great https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000B8L6LS/ref=mp_s_a_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1523064172&sr=8-1-spell&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=lansky+diamomd+guided

I realize this is a joke, but for anyone looking for a cheap, halfway decent looking headphone stand, I'm using this and it works well:

https://www.amazon.com/Spectrum-42978-Banana-Holder-nickel/dp/B000G66N2M/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1465746675&sr=8-3&keywords=banana+stand

I KNOW it is a banana stand cause I was thinking about getting that exact one.

The Exact Banana Stand

Need a [banana hol-] (https://www.amazon.com/Spectrum-Banana-Holder-Satin-Nickel/dp/B000G66N2M) I mean headphone stand?

With the AKG-K7 series models it is important to choose a stand that lets you hang the headphones from the two plastic beams above the headband. If you hang the headphone from the headband it will wear out the suspension straps and after a while the headphone starts sliding down your head.

Your best bet is a simple banana hanger from amazon. Just make sure that the one you pick is high enough to comfortably hold the K7XX without bending the Mini XLR connector.

The final result should look like this.

NOT like this

I would like to acquire something like this.

Congratulations! I am still trying to figure out how to get my almost-3-year-old to use the potty. She knows what it's for, isn't scared of it, but refuses to use it. I think I'd almost prefer the fear than her stubborn attitude!

I'm a big boy now!

I remember people 3D printing a wall mount for the DK2

and then there are those who use a Banana stand:
http://www.amazon.com/Spectrum-42978-Metal-Banana-Holder/dp/B000G66N2M

(Caution, don't let the Rift hang upside down where the Sunlight can directly hit the lenses and burn through your screens.
Yes those lenses magnify quiet abit and what works with ants in the summer works just as well on a rift)

Was posted somewhere before: http://www.amazon.com/Spectrum-42978-Metal-Banana-Holder/dp/B000G66N2M

I'm about to buy some banana racks as Christmas gifts, because they make fantastic headphone holders.

Not sure if I want to get metal ones or wood. Probably one of each because one person has a glass desktop, and the other has a wood one, so wood on glass and metal on wood. Makes sense.

You can show off your headphones in style! http://www.amazon.com/Euro-Banana-Holder-Satin-Nickel/dp/B000G66N2M

You can pretty much cook as many steaks as you can fit in your container, so long as you keep them somewhat separated. I like to use cheap steel cooling racks for this. They'll rust, but that doesn't really matter.

As for container recommendations, get yourself a restaurant-style plastic food bin. They hold heat a lot better and are better shaped than a big pot. I have a 5 gallon Rubbermaid model, which works very well for medium to large cooks. I've fit four racks of beef ribs in there (barely!), and an 4-bone rib roast in that thing, as well as a metric butt-ton of kabobs (about 15 lbs!).

However, if you're just feeding yourself and/or a significant other, it's probably a bit overkill. In that case, going for a 3 gallon squarish bin is probably a good idea, since you can buy aftermarket lids for them to fit your sous vide cooker.

3 Gallon Container: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000R8JOUC/ref=sspa_dk_detail_0?th=1

5 Gallon Container:
https://www.amazon.com/Cambro-12189CW135-Polycarbonate-Storage-Camwear/dp/B002NQB63E/ref=pd_sbs_328_4?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=HSS7H6QA7T55EV38JZMQ

3 Gallon Custom Lid: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XKQZCXJ?aaxitk=iSifJRwGyA8wJ2KnLTl3IA

wow it looked so cheap.... but then i check on amazon canada T.T

the container is $33
lid is a nutty 50$
and the anova is 160+35 shipping
so it's a total of $278 :(

I'm not sure what you have already, but I'll link what I've enjoyed using:

THIS or THIS or THIS or THIS or THIS or Vacuum Sealer and bags from Costco or I prep the food on this and use this to put it in the bag without touching the bag...much

12qt is deep enough? These things are way more expensive in Canada, so im afraid to buy the wrong one since its an investment.

Like literally double the price: https://www.amazon.ca/Rubbermaid-Commercial-Space-Saving-Container-FG631200CLR/dp/B000R8JOUC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1496358137&sr=8-1&keywords=rubbermaid+12qt

There are infinite options for setup so I'll simply provide what I use:

I have a cambro food container I cook in. Rubbermaid works well but I needed something bigger. I use an IKEA lid organizer to hold my bags in place (this didn't fit in the rubbermaid). I only put foil or lids on the top for extremely long cooks (18-24 hours), you won't lose much water in a basic dinner cook. I have a rubber mat on my counter for hotter cooks to protect it. I also use a vacuum sealer for my food and found that placing a pyrex dish in the water helps keep them from floating. Here are some links to what I have purchased

https://www.amazon.com/Cambro-12189CW135-Polycarbonate-Storage-Camwear/dp/B002NQB63E/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1492527700&sr=8-8&keywords=cambro+food

https://www.amazon.com/Ikea-VARIERA-701-548-00-Organizer-Stainless/dp/B00TJTWR04/ref=pd_bxgy_79_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00TJTWR04&pd_rd_r=F9YJ15R2DKR95RQBYK3R&pd_rd_w=TH4K1&pd_rd_wg=oNXkw&psc=1&refRID=F9YJ15R2DKR95RQBYK3R

https://www.amazon.com/Countertops-Antibacterial-Dishwasher-Grey-XL/dp/B01MYV1O16/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1492527763&sr=8-1&keywords=rubber+mat+counter

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000R8JOUC/ref=twister_B01FXRJ34I?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I have the joule, it's easy to use and small. Rated the best by America's test kitchen.
You can save $50 by opting for the non stainless steel version. The internals are exactly the same, just cosmetic on the caps.

I personally opted for the Rubbermaid Commercial containers
https://www.amazon.com/Rubbermaid-Commercial-Container-12-Quart-FG631200CLR/dp/B000R8JOUC/ref=mp_s_a_1_3 the 18qt is perfect for most cooks. For long cooks you might want some insulation, like a wrap or something. A 12qt is likely too small for a turkey. My 18qt can barely fit a small one.

I don't use a rack very often. It can be good if you cook a lot at once.

Don't forget a searing method! I have an iwatani torch, https://www.amazon.com/Iwatani-Culinary-Butane-pastries-camping/dp/B01HVZR3DI/ref=mp_s_a_1_3
A good cast iron skillet, and a homemade yakitori grill (most just use a starter chimney).

The basic foodsaver is good enough, though some don't have enough sealing power for wet foods. Some models have a wet/dry setting. All else fails you can get an impulse sealer. I use mine to double the seals on Ziploc bags, which their quality has been questionable and leak sometimes.
So long as the sealer has an accessory port, you can get a handheld attachment later. I actually don't recommend the fancy models with auto seal or bag detect, they tend to have more issues and less control over the process.

If you're looking to do a whole turkey, you'll need to get a big bag, or a vacuum sealer with at least 15in width. Cheaper just to get a big bag.

Here ya go
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000R8JOUC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_UnmRCb76Z5HX0

Here's the lid for it:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073RZWJWM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_opmRCbDF85H1Y

What kind of container are you looking at that's $40? A 12 qt container and lid is half that price.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000R8JOUC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VAUFD6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Ultimately depends on what you are going to cook. But Rubbermaid 12qt containers are quite flexible, not too large or too small for most applications.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000R8JOUC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

If you are going to cook something really big, you may eventually need to get something even larger, but for starting off, this is the perfect size.

For longer or high temp cooks, you can also get fitted lids with the right size hole for a Joule (and presumably an Anova):

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XQHL5MF/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This one is great.

Get an Airscape. That's what I use.

I'm using the Airscape Container.

I second the call for an aero press. Grab one, a coffee grinder, and a storage container (mason jars work fine too) for your locker or safe location.

After the initial investment (less than two weeks of your 5$ a day), this plus hot water gets you coffee at pennies a cup. The container keeps your beans fresh, and you only grind what you need every time.

I got an Airscape.

I'm not sure how much of a difference it actually makes, but man is it satisfying to plunge the air out of this thing.

Honestly depends on priority: time/laziness vs coffee quality.

• Quality: get the Hario Skerton and grind it before you make it.
  
  
• Time / laziness: Getting the local roaster to grind your coffee will give you a better grind, BUT it will go stale over time. Since you're still developing your palate / just upgraded from grocery store (which is all stale), this should be fine for now. I suggest an air tight canister, like this. It won't stop it from going stale, but it'll slow it down. You'll notice the first cups will taste better than the last, but the last cups will still be better than what you were getting from the grocery store. This is how I do. #coffeesnobposer
  
  Edit: If you get the airtight canister, every time you open it, the grinds are exposed to air = goes stale faster. So you'll want to put a couple days to a week's worth in a separate container. Then you're only opening the large canister once or twice a week, vs. every day.

Wish they could sent one bag every 2 weeks. That would make more sense.

But if the beans are roasted a few days before you receive them the beans will still be good in two weeks. Some would say roasted beans achieve peak flavor 2-3 weeks after they are roasted.

I would buy a couple of these to maximize the freshness.

Get one of these http://www.amazon.com/Planetary-Design-Airscape-64oz-Chrome/dp/B00167XN14

In the future, you might not want to store your beans in the hopper. Light and oxygen cause the tasty flavor compounds in your coffee to break down. You'll be better served by keeping your beans in something airtight, like opaque tupperware or a specialized container like this.

I use the Planetary Design canister, Airscape.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00167XN14/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1506296717&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=airscape

Here it is:
https://www.amazon.com/Thermos-Stainless-Folding-Spoon-Midnight/dp/B0017IFSIS/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1484760864&sr=8-10&keywords=stainless+steel+thermos

yup, put the oats and boiling water (and a pinch of salt) in one of these: http://www.amazon.com/Thermos-Stainless-King-16-Ounce-Midnight/dp/B0017IFSIS

Let it sit overnight, and in the morning the oats are ready to go and even still warm. The only trick is getting the amount of water right, but that's just a couple days of trial and error.

I'm a big hot lunch person, which makes it really hard for me to pack anything. I really want this: http://www.amazon.com/Thermos-Stainless-King-SK3000MB4-Midnight/dp/B0017IFSIS/ref=wl_it_dp_o?ie=UTF8&coliid=I2YXBMELHJN3KI&colid=LHY9MS4ORGMK
For soups and pastas, and other yummy things.

Does your work have no power plugs? If your boss is ok with a microwave being there you may find one at a thrift store cheap.

You can also just store food hot in a container like this. If you put in a soup that was simmering in the morning by lunch it would likely still be hot. As I said elsewhere in this post when I put coffee in my thermos in the morning it could still be hot 12 hours later.

Stainless Thermos.

You're welcome! I have food allergies which makes buying things when I'm out super difficult. I usually take food with me when I go somewhere. In Winter you just need something hot.

Thermos is the best brand, that's what I've always used. Here's a link to one, see what else you can come up with, but this is what I mean. They go by all sorts of names. Insulated food container, vacuum sealed food container, etc. Jump around from this example:

http://www.amazon.com/Thermos-Stainless-King-16-Ounce-Midnight/dp/B0017IFSIS/ref=sr_1_3?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1415404443&sr=1-3&keywords=thermos

I have this one (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0017IFSIS/ref=twister_B00ADH2BXO?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1) and it never leaks. It keeps thick hearty soups hot until lunch. There are bigger models too!

Heated leftovers.

Thermos Stainless King 16 Ounce Food Jar with Folding Spoon, Midnight Blue

https://www.amazon.com/Thermos-Stainless-Ounce-Folding-Midnight/dp/B0017IFSIS/ref=pd_sim_79_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B0017IFSIS&pd_rd_r=25f94e3a-e924-11e8-ac6d-e5cddbbd9c33&pd_rd_w=y2yBN&pd_rd_wg=xBp28&pf_rd_i=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=18bb0b78-4200-49b9-ac91-f141d61a1780&pf_rd_r=FQK0YC9ZM6PAZWPB8PKP&pf_rd_s=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_t=40701&psc=1&refRID=FQK0YC9ZM6PAZWPB8PKP

I use this small Thermos flask

I don't have a microwave at home and only have access to one at school so when I want something warm I heat it at home and put it into one of these. Depending on how hot the cup was beforehand, it keeps my food hot for 4-5 hours and pretty warm to around 6.

Glass and hot coffee...hmmmmm....no

I use this http://www.amazon.com/Thermos-Stainless-King-SK3000MBTRI4-Midnight/dp/B0017IFSIS/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1334713977&sr=1-1 and it works very well. Keeps my soup hot well into the afternoon.

i eat curry 3 times a week. i keep it piping hot in this:http://www.amazon.com/Thermos-Stainless-King-SK3000MBTRI4-Midnight/dp/B0017IFSIS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1345616713&sr=8-1&keywords=thermos+food+jar
then pour it over rice or eat with naan at lunch.

So I make a big crockpot of something, and then I bring this with me on the road - it has kept my food quite warm and very satisfying for up to 9 hours! Soups, chili, pasta, you name it.

https://www.amazon.com/Thermos-Stainless-Ounce-Folding-Midnight/dp/B0017IFSIS/ref=sr_1_2?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1525279393&sr=1-2&keywords=keep+food+warm+lunch+container#customerReviews

So they built in a 1 pint Thermos bottle?

I have these two:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0017IFSIS/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1505573992&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=thermos&dpPl=1&dpID=41h%2BHt2ibXL&ref=plSrch

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B008JC76XA/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1505573992&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=thermos&dpPl=1&dpID=41lZMt1gboL&ref=plSrch

I'd guess I use the bigger one a bit more often because I like the extra room. The smaller one is best for soups, stews, chilis, etc.

I hope this helps!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0017IFSIS

Includes a foldable spoon and everything

This and [these](https://www.amazon.com/Boveda-2-Way-Humidity-Control-4-Pack/dp/B007WHG8B4/ref=sr_1_1? ie=UTF8&qid=1484328279&sr=8-1&keywords=boveda+65%25) and you are all set! I am not sure if a whole box will fit in that one, its the biggest tuppador offered by that brand. But seriously, an airtight tupperware container and some boveda packets will keep any and all cigars safe for a long time.

I don't know if you could use something like an electric lunch box www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00EC7XJ28/ref=pd_aw_sim_79_of_7?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=F909306ZZRNTEHQS796Q&th=1 (pretty much a hotplate in a insulated bag) but it works for me. No smells since my container is closed and no cold spots

Great post.

Thought I would post this again as while I think it would be hilarious for someone to steep juice in, I also think it would actually work very well unless you get very desperate and destroy the thing.

https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00JGFQTD2

My daughter uses one of these:

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00JGFQTD2/

It's a locking box with a timer on it. Until the timer runs out, you can't get in. She turns her phone off, drops it in the box, and sets the timer for the amount of time she needs to study.

Easy there. I'm not accusing you, I'm informing you. All right? No one's attacking you, and I wouldn't have brought it up if you hadn't made the claim- I figured you'd want to know.

Any Amazon link that has "ref=" after the product code of "/dp/XXXXXXXXXX" is a referral link. You linked to https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JGFQTD2/ref=twister_B07C4RX7MQ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 which means it's a referral link.

Now try clicking on the same link w/o anything following the /ref/ chain: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JGFQTD2 ...same product, no referral link.

I bought one of these lockable kitchen safes - I buy a few small treats (all under 100 calories - milky bars, small kinder bars, cereal bars) put them in there and set it to look for 24 hours (or however long until about 8:30 am). After breakfast, so I'm not hungry, I wait for it to unlock, quickly grab one thing and relock it. Then I only need willpower for about 20 seconds instead of resisting them all day. I literally cannot get to my snacks so if I want something to eat I have to cook it and I'm lazy so I don't! I try and save my treat until 2pm, but if I eat it earlier it doesn't matter because I literally can't get another one.

Normally I would eat a multipack of my treats in one go, this has really helped me. But it is quite expensive and might not work for everyone.

Though I haven't smoked for as long as you or as much. I understand your spot. I enjoy smoking but sometimes I feel it can cloud my mind and it's important to draw lines. One thing that's helped me is a Kitchen Lockbox. It can lock up to 10 days. Now no need to go all out with 10 days right off the bat, just do a day or two. Build up to it.

Fair warning: You need to put EVERYTHING you have in there. If it's smokable or you can smoke from it, put it in there. If you need any advice or encouraging words, feel free to PM me :)

OMFG... Same! I managed to reach 30 days streak with this plan I came up with:

I bought this timer lock - Kitchen Safe: Time Locking Container (Blue Lid + Clear Base) - 5.5" Height https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00JGFQTD2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_tTFVBb9HQEGRG

You can lock anything from a minute upto 10 days. I always find the first week of NoFap really hard. After two weeks, it starts to feel normal. So, I locked my phone for ten days. Took the sim out from my smart phone and put it in the brick phone.

I used my WhatsApp through WhatsApp web on my laptop. And I had no way to browse porn. Helped me reach day 30. I broke it as soon as I started to use my smart phone normally like I used to.

PS: I have this rule where I don't watch porn on my laptop because I use it for studies. So, yh...

https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00JGFQTD2

I've literally locked my hw wallet in a kitchen safe. It has 2.5 btc on it. Releases in 8 days.

Have you heard of the Kitchen safe?
https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00JGFQTD2

Good, go for it

What I do is that I have a unique keyed lock on my kitchen and a kitchensafe time lock: https://www.amazon.de/dp/B00JGFQTD2/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=kitchensafe&qid=1572140075&sr=8-1&th=1

I put my payment cards in there and the keys to the kitchen as well. I set the timer to 24 hours + whatever is needed to get to 6 a.m. which is the hour I usually wake up for.

When the timer lock unlocks I also weigh myself for that day and pick out my clothes. If I hit my BF% or if I am satisfied with the amount of time that I spent fasting then I take the key and cards out.

If I want to continue I simply set the timer to ca 24h again. ¨

Its pretty good because I reinforce the commitment every day but I have only tested it for under a week now.

I am going to commit to a goal based dry fast right now and I am planning on using that organization to motivate myself through it.

I'd prefer to have a safe that simply opens between 6:00 am and 6:10 am but I havent found that yet.

The early time is important because all of the stores around here are closed at that hour. If I want to eat then I have to eat the veggies and meat that I have available in the kitchen. Its less of a temptation to pop off to the corner store for a cheat meal.

From some experience, realtor's lock boxes work well but are a pain to put keys into/take keys out. You can find a bunch of time-lock safes which are nice and easy but they take away a fun aspect of the keyholder having direct control over the key. The perfect option seems to be the ChronoVault but that is very expensive so I haven't tried it.

About some of the other devices. When I am in chastity I like to be completely trapped. Even if I tried my best, I don't want to be able to get out. The above 3 items work well and are relatively foolproof unless you know how to pick locks. I don't like the plastic locks because they are pretty easy to remove and re-do.

I hope this helped.. Good luck!

I use the Madewell Zip Transport Tote and carry my laptop, wallet, couple of essentials, sometimes a notebook, and my lunch. I pack my lunch in flat containers similar to these so it will fit in my bag- http://www.amazon.com/Fitpacker-Meal-Prep-Containers-Microwavable/dp/B00VWJHFTM

I don't have a long walk from the train to the office otherwise I would probably have to go back to a backpack. And I try to keep my bag light. For example- I keep a laptop charger at the office and an extra at home so I don't have to carry one around

http://www.amazon.com/Fitpacker-Meal-Prep-Containers-Microwavable/dp/B00VWJHFTM?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00

Oh, I'm eating 2k cals per day. i eat things other than these.

Fitpacker Meal Prep Containers BPA-Free Food Storage and Portion Control (28oz - Set of 16) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VWJHFTM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_tf5CRkehpCdqd

17 containers with lids for $20, freezer, dishwasher (top rack), and microwave safe, bpa free

beginner I like these because they were relatively cheap, have had no issues hand washing them, and they were delivered to my house.

I've seen someone talk about how he was doing this for a while and got tired of $20 every other month or so, so he went and bought something like this and now doesn't worry when one warps or breaks he can just toss it and he's out a buck.

I'm not a guy who goes for the separated boxes, idk, when you eat on a plate it's all together, I just plan my meals the same way. Also invest in some good ziplock baggies, things like celery, jerky and sandwiches I don't like free floating in the container and it's easier to grab a bag or two when I'm running out the door.

I can say that we (SO and I) bought Fitpackers and they have lasted us an entire year. Together we use about 8-10 packs a week. Some of them are a little beat up but for the most part they have lasted excellently!

What about these puppies?

FitPacker 16x containers

I bought them off of Amazon here This particular one is currently unavailable, but there are plenty of alternatives. I've been using them for 9 months now, pretty religiously and are starting to chip a bit on the edges. If these keep deteriorating, I'll be in the market for something nicer.

California Home Goods vs Meal Prep Haven

any opinion?

I use things like these to store extra food for eating later as another meal or for another day. It also helpful if you want to cook a meal in bulk too.

I bought them all from Amazon.
These are the round salad containers.
These are the 2-compartment lunch containers.
The single containers can be found on Amazon as well, but a Korean restaurant near my work has them, so I take them from coworkers otherwise throwing them away.
The 3-pack containers can be found here, but I would not recommend them. They are the most expensive (I paid $20 for 7, where otherwise they're a $1 a piece) and one shattered the first day I had them.

I personally don't recommend the Sistema containers. Each container has five pieces you have to take apart to clean (main piece, lid, rubber gasket, and two clip pieces), and there are too many areas (such as under the lip of the main piece) that stay dirty. After a year of using them daily, I'm looking at getting either these or these.

Myself and a couple other people use the 750ml glass rectangular Pyrex containers. I think I got mine for $2 each from Marshall's, which is good for glass containers.

I think the Lift containers (e.g. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0128YT76S) are pretty popular, and I think I've heard that Costco has them even cheaper than Amazon if you have a membership (I haven't checked myself though)

I toss my lunch in my purses so I need to know my food won't leak and I prefer glass so I use Glass Lock & Lock containers.

r/MealPrepSunday always recommends containers from Amazon like this.

I bought these ones from Amazon: Lift Meal Prep Containers

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0128YT76S/

i just looked up food prep and this was the top rated one

I was thinking of reordering these from Amazon because my mom lost 3/7 of mine, but then I found similar ones for a better value at Sam's.

I think the brand was Snap Pak. 50 count for less than $20. Same quality and size. Slightly rounded out on the long sides. Highly recommend.

Here's an amazon link to a 7 pack with lots of good reviews! Not sure if this is what you're looking for exactly, but one compartment should be good for salads. It claims to be microwave, freezer, and dishwasher safe, though I haven't got them yet to try out myself. Hope this helps! https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0128YT76S/ref=pd_aw_sim_79_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=C26S74AKJ794WXW5D0V2

Here you go. Freshware 15-Pack 3 Compartment Bento Lunch Boxes with Lids - Stackable, Reusable, Microwave, Dishwasher & Freezer Safe - Meal Prep, Portion Control, 21 Day Fix & Food Storage Containers (32oz) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GH5KQLO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_QrLLxbM1SRYX8

Hubby bought them through Amazon here's the link:
https://www.amazon.com/Freshware-15-Pack-Compartment-Bento-Lunch/dp/B01GH5KQLO/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8

Yes. Usually for five days.

I bought a set of 10 3-partition meal prep containers. Like these: https://www.amazon.in/Freshware-Compartment-BPA-free-Food-Containers/dp/B01GH5KQLO/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1539288078&sr=8-2&keywords=meal+prep+containers+3+compartment

Usually prep in the form of carbs-protein-fats/veggies. So far have made, rice-rajma-brocolli, noodles-chicken-brocolli, chicken wraps, rice-chicken-salad and so on.

Also helps to have jeera rice instead of plain boiled rice. Adds to the taste.

If it's hard for you to be constantly tracking (I'm working on being strict personally but wow am I bad about it), maybe try meal prep bento boxes? I have these from amazon, and they're really useful in keeping portions where you want them. A decent rule of thumb is about a palm size of meat/chicken/fish/assorted protein accompanied by lots of keto-friendly veggies. If repetition/lack of surprises doesn't bother you, pre-enter meals into your chosen tracker app the night before in some down time, and just eat according to that the next day. Some ketoers like that it helps keep you on track too!

Freshware 15-pack 3 compartment Bento lunch boxes with lids
I obviously just started using them but have no complaints so far!

These meal prep containers are excellent for packing lunches. I use them to separate the parts of sandwiches or hamburgers I pack for lunch so that the bread doesn’t get soggy and the veggies stay fresh. You can also make your own protein packs with them by packing hard boiled eggs, hummus and veggies, cheese meat and crackers, etc. You can also save money and room on ice packs by freezing bottles of water or Gatorade and using them to keep your food cold and have a cold drink at lunch time.

You can buy meal prep containers on Amazon that work perfect for meal prepping.

Freshware 15-Pack 3 Compartment Bento Lunch Boxes with Lids - Stackable, Reusable, Microwave, Dishwasher & Freezer Safe - Meal Prep, Portion Control, 21 Day Fix & Food Storage Containers (32oz) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GH5KQLO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_LgmSCbC8QX9AB

https://www.amazon.com/Freshware-Containers-Compartment-Stackable-Dishwasher/dp/B01GH5KQLO/ref=sr_1_13?keywords=lunchable+containers&qid=1554697157&s=gateway&sr=8-13

These 3-compartment containers are pretty popular around here

Here they are! They are holding up great, other than when the boyfriend throws them around or steps on them in the car. I've never had a problem: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01GH5KQLO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

These are the ones I ended up buying:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01GH5KQLO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01GH5KQLO/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

You can wash and reuse. Use the top rack in the dishwasher though, I think I screwed up a cover washing it on the lower rack.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01GH5KQLO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Amazon. Here's a link to the ones I use. I put them in the freezer, microwave and dishwasher.

We have these ones which are convenient 3-compartment meal prep containers, and also something similar to this Snapware set that we got on sale from Costco a while back. Lots of different sizes and shapes for different kinds of foods! They also have a glass instead of plastic version. Both options are microwave safe!

I got them from amazon. They have decent sales on those, and the single compartment ones pretty regularly.

I got these several months back and they're great. Definitely more microwave proof than my Tupperware, which is mostly microwave proof until it suddenly isn't.

I've been really happy with these meal prep containers .
They microwave well. They do find in the dishwasher. They're big enough to get a serious amount of food in, but they still stack well. Love em.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01IIINCRS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

These rock

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01IIINCRS/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1479056795&sr=8-5&pi=AC_SX280_SY350_QL65&keywords=meal+prep+containers&dpPl=1&dpID=51tmRmUoLGL&ref=plSrch

Sure thing! I love these and since my go-to dishes don't usually need to he divided it's perfect for me. I lost a bunch of lids in a move and asked the seller if they could sell me just the lids. They said they couldn't, so instead they sent me an entire new set for free! So highly recommend that type of customer service!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y31WGWR?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

A riff on Budget Bytes' chili garlic tofu bowls with steamed broccoli and some bean sprouts I sauteed with garlic and ginger and soy sauce and rice vinegar. I doubled the recipe, we ate two for dinner and I packed seven (only five fit into the picture) into dishes for lunches.

In the bags are breakfast sandwiches. I cracked a dozen eggs into a greased 9x13 baking pan and mixed with milk, salt and pepper, and 1/2 a block of frozen, thawed, drained spinach. Baked until set then sprinkled with shredded cheddar cheese so that it adhered into a nice layer. Then I toasted a dozen english muffins while the eggs cooled, cut the eggs into 12 squares, and assembled everything.

The glass containers are these ones, plus a pyrex dish in the middle that won't be traveling (the lid doesn't seal as well).

Not ikea. I found a 5 pack on amazon. They seem to be pretty durable. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y31WGWR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_EvBvCbWQJ9DTB

[5-Pack,29oz] Glass Meal Prep Containers - Food Prep Containers with Lids Meal Prep - Food Storage Containers Airtight - Lunch Containers Portion Control Containers - BPA Free Container https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y31WGWR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_TXrOBbDZC6DM6

Been using these

I've got 10 of these and they work well and the seal is tight.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y31WGWR/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I love these off of Amazon. I actually went back and ordered another set. They're so much better than the plastic containers that stain, bend, and are miserable in the microwave. ALso, they're reusable which is great.

I hope you find something!

Amazon also has some decent-priced containers:

[18 PACK VALUE] MiscHome 2 Compartment Meal Prep Containers | 32 Oz. Two Compartment Food Storage Containers with Lids | BPA Free Bento Boxes | Stackable Meal Prep Containers Two Compartment https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BF3KBF9/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_0S6mDbGFY2WCW

And

Enther Meal Prep Containers [20 Pack] 36oz 3 Compartment with Lids, Food Storage Bento Box BPA Free/Reusable/Stackable Lunch Planning, Microwave/Freezer/Dishwasher Safe, Portion Control, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072B9F7W4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_eU6mDbCB17HHZ

The great thing about prep after surgery is the small amount of food. More fits into the fridge. You cook once a week or every 2 weeks and just heat it up.

Get some containers you can microwave. I bought some cheap containers on amazon with compartments so the stuff does not mix (in case of souce/gravy) or invest in some that last longer. These

The first time I prepped I made some meat plus sides of cauliflower and broccoli. It started to smell badly after day 4 in the fridge so I had to throw it away. I should have frozen the food and not just used the fridge. I think if you don't eat it in 3 days you should freeze it.

Perfect for prep is shredded chicken (or beef or pork) or meatloaf or steak (cut in very small pieces). The shredded chicken you can mix with all kinds of tastes like teriyaki or curry... whatever you prefer. It all heats up nicely in the microwave.

Stews or soups are good too. Instantpot is your friend. I use mine for all the meat or vegetables. Especially in the beginning you need as moist food as possible. Dry chicken will not sit well and if it is in a stew or with some liquid it works.

Some stuff is just too much work to prep. I make them fresh like eggs for breakfast.

This is how I started but I got lazy. It is a lot of work to prep for 2 weeks. That whole day is gone.

So... What I do now... And that is just me. I have small 5 oz plastic cups with lids. I put the meat in there and freeze those. Or I make little meatloafs (8 loaf sheet pan) with turkey and freeze those. Vegetables I buy now in a steamer bag (I got too lazy to prep vegetables) but one steamer lasts for 2 meals. And when it's time for dinner or lunch I just grab one meat item and a steamer and am good. The meat container I have already calculated and added to MyFitnessPal App. One click and the diary is done.

Variety is important or it gets boring. And... All this is for the stage when you can have all foods. :-)

I hope you did not want to prep for the whole family... That would be soooo much work. I am single so it is easier but really... Instantpot.

(sorry for the unstructured answer but I just wrote what was in my mind and that was not in any sequence.)

You mean like these? Enther Meal Prep Containers [20 Pack] 3 Compartment with Lids, Food Storage Bento Box | BPA Free | Stackable | Reusable Lunch Boxes, Microwave/Dishwasher/Freezer Safe,Portion Control (36 oz) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072B9F7W4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_FqK1BbPKGKD2D

amazon!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0742KGQG8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B072B9F7W4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00JGFQTD2/ref=sr_1_1

Enforced HODLing

http://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00JGFQTD2/ref=pd_sim_sbs_60_3?ie=UTF8&dpID=41Xxviwfw4L&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL320_SR266%2C320_&refRID=1SAHZ8HYPS6H3QR9E06F

I love this. Can set up to a week. https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00JGFQTD2 Costs just enough that breaking it unless absolute emergency is deterrence :).

https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00JGFQTD2

You can buy them on Amazon. For me, my stash is too big to fit in the container, but our house has a closet with it's own key/ deadbolt (prior owner had a lot of guns). So I put my stash in the closet, lock the door, then put the key in the container.

This changed my life when it came to vices

Anyone struggling who doesn't want to outright quit, use this to take away from having to use your willpower. One of the things on all of those "10 things successful people do" type lists is to eliminate having to use your willpower.

I'm fixing to start putting my controller/mouse in there until well after work so I don't just immediately come home and veg.

Kitchen Safe: Verschließbarer Behälter mit Zeitschaltuhr (Blue Lid + Clear Base) - 5.5" Height https://www.amazon.de/dp/B00JGFQTD2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_taa_2aGFDbFHPVGMV

I use this one. It's really great, buuut the longest time you can choose is 10 days and it's not really cheap.

I hope I was able to help. Anyway, you're doin really good. Keep going and keep us updated, you got this ;)

They make a $200 hefty steel safe version of this concept -- with straight dead bolts -- but I've considered this cheap child's kitchen-esque version for moorish things like a-PVP and U47700 -- but I know for a fact i'd find myself breaking the plastic over the floor

Plastic Kitchen Version: https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Clear/dp/B00JGFQTD2
Steel Addict Edition feat. Dead Bolts: https://www.amazon.com/Time-Locking-Safe-Lock-Depository/dp/B00RXNN3DS

If you're only 22, you should eventually just lose the weight. I know easier said than done. I myself lost 8 lbs from Jan 4th to now using an app (called noom, but I'd not advocating them, it's just what I used). What helped me was finding 'healthier' replacements for things I couldn't resist.

Like, over the span of 4 month I went from having Chipotle burritos, to the burrito bowls, to bowls with brown rice, bowls with half portion of rice, bowls with no rice, and now I get the salad bowls. I used to Always crave pizza, now when I crave pizza I put mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning on a whole wheat double fiber English muffin, microwave it for 10 seconds and it tastes Exactly like pizza!!! On days where I'm really craving it, I'll have it for breakfast, lunch and dinner. I also always used to get Cinnabon cravings (880cals per roll), so I started having Cinnabon's cinnamon swirl bread with cream cheese frosting instead (150 cals for 1 slice and 1.5 tbsp of frosting).

I went from drinking soda to drinking diet soda and now I don't drink soda at all. I also highly recommend getting this box from Amazon (snack box with a timer lid so you can control portion control). It's expensive but has helped me SO much!! If you start now you'll probably lose the weight within 2 years. You'll be 24, still young with plenty of time to date and play! Two years will pass anyway so you might as well start... also, walking is underrated exercise. I lost those 8 lbs walking 3-4 miles 2-3 times a week.

Good luck with your date and whatever you decide. At least you're still young :)

Is this the safe you're talking about? https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00JGFQTD2

Do you know these?
http://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Clear/dp/B00JGFQTD2

If you don't think you can trust yourself, maybe consider a Kitchen safe?

Went right back on it with work and class lol. Fortunately (kinda) I was forced to rapid taper after less than a week by running out. I have some f-phenibut coming in but that should hopefully be easier to manage. Getting low on tia as well. Wait, I can save money AND my brain by letting it run out! 🤔

I know this looks like stupid sharper image shit but it's reeeally helpful for forcing a taper or just using responsibly. Just lay out some mon-fri doses and toss the rest in there.

https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00JGFQTD2

Kitchen Safe: Time Locking Container (Blue Lid + Clear Base) - 5.5" Height https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JGFQTD2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_pLSPCbFXFZTSA

This thing works

How about a timed locked container? I think these are called Kitchen Safe

https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00JGFQTD2

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00JGFQTD2/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1479585746&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=time+locking+container&dpPl=1&dpID=413eHqQBocL&ref=plSrch

Mine is white lid/white base so you can't see what's in it. Don't need my friends seeing my stash in plain sight. Got it on craigslist used for $20.

Sorry for the delay... LOKSAK info here - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00W67YFWO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Basically they're better than ziplock bags (more durable with thicker plastic and better/waterproof seals) and you can re-use them forever

Bento lunch box - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01AVH81VQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1

has a clip/clasp you can attach to MOLLE or a carabiner
Will fit exactly one of these (which I use for my meal prepped lunches) - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B011SY4P9I/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (or these https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VWJHFTM/ref=twister_B00W5YJ8N4?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 )

I use https://www.amazon.com/Fitpacker-Meal-Prep-Containers-Microwavable/dp/B00VWJHFTM

He said above, https://www.amazon.com/Fitpacker-Meal-Prep-Containers-Microwavable/dp/B00VWJHFTM/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?ie=UTF8&psc=1&ref_=yo_ii_img

https://www.amazon.com/Fitpacker-Meal-Prep-Containers-Microwavable/dp/B00VWJHFTM/ref=sr_1_1?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1466097157&sr=1-1&keywords=fitpacker

These have been my go to for the past year and I cant go to anything else. Perfect size, freezeable, the lid is super secure, and they stack perfectly. Highly recommended. (Note: for all the packs they include an extra container for free so its actually a 17 pack)

As someone who does prep for a family of 4 every week I have been using containers like these for years. They're great in the dishwasher and far less expensive then glass. I feel safe with them, and I always have enough.

If you get serious about it, I use these

https://www.amazon.com/Fitpacker-Containers-BPA-Free-Storage-Portion/dp/B00VWJHFTM/

and

https://www.amazon.com/Containers-Compartment-Lids-Microwave-Dishwasher-Reusable-Portion/dp/B01G52B7QW/

check out /r/MealPrepSunday

Here you go: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00VWJHFTM

I bought 48 of these bad boys...

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00VWJHFTM/ref=oh_aui_i_sh_post_o0_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Cost me $55 total but man am I excited to prep my meals for the whole week!

I have 28 oz containers.

These are the perfect size for me. My normal prep is a protein (chicken breast, sirloin, salmon), rice, beans, and a vegetable. I can fit a 700-800 calorie meal easily into my containers. I only prep 10 a week but I have 16 for times if I forget a container somewhere, lose one, break one, or just don't feel like doing the dishes right away. It's nice to have extras and if I want to prep more I can.

So I can't speak for everyone but the ones I use are these and these from Amazon. They are microwavable, freezable and dishwasher top rack safe. The only issues I've had with these particular ones is the lids are so hard to get off that I've had a couple where the corners cracked but that's after 6 or so months of use. But look around on amazon, there are ton of different brands and sizes and shapes.

I've been using these by Fitpacker and the version with a divider for about 1/2 a year and they've worked well so far. The only issue I've had is sometimes the lid snaps on too tight and it's tough to open back up - one of the lid's lip has cracked this way.

Got them on Amazon.

1. I have a crappy mechanical food scale and it's a nightmare. Would 100% recommend getting an electronic one. Salter are good.
   
   
2. I'd never heard of a bullet journal. It doesn't look like it would be great for tracking food - myfitnesspal is your friend - but I'm seriously considering starting one for day-to-day stuff! Might help knock my procrastination on the head...
   
   
3. My SO is bulking and eating 3000 cals a day, I'm eating 1500. He just eats twice as many meals as I do. So I'll go round on an evening, we'll eat dinner together, and then an hour later he'll have something else and I won't. Then the next morning he has an early breakfast, then a second breakfast when I have mine. So perhaps your SO could just eat an extra 300cal meal/a couple of 150cal snacks to make up the difference?
   
   
4. My SO uses these and gets on really well. I just have a few cheap lunch boxes! Stuff like this and this only mostly bought from pound shops. Does the job.

How about these or these?
I've seen them floating around on amazon. I thought the price is fair, but they're more expensive than the MMG containers...and don't come with any food inside.

I use Meal Prep Haven:
http://www.amazon.com/Meal-Prep-Haven-Compartment-Containers/dp/B011SY4P9I?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00

http://www.amazon.com/Meal-Prep-Haven-Compartment-Containers/dp/B011SY4P9I/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&qid=1457647827&sr=8-14&keywords=bento+box

$2/per, so they'd pay off in 25 days, but they are plastic.

I'm looking for some meal prep BIFL tupperware. I have these snapware containers (really like them)... but I'd like something like this.... http://www.amazon.com/Meal-Prep-Haven-3-Compartment-Containers/dp/B011SY4P9I/ref=sr_1_5?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1452820370&sr=1-5&keywords=meal+prep

Anyone have a recommendation?

They look like these

California meal prep containers

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B011SY4P9I/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1464689664&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=california+meal+prep&dpPl=1&dpID=51XubUBlo1L&ref=plSrch

In the black containers is a Hodge-Podge of vegetables I made in my slow cooker (sweet potato, brussels sprouts, onion, carrots, garlic, and zucchini), black beans/pinto beans with hot sauce, and edamame fettuccine with homemade Chimichurri. I'm not too sure on nutrition facts but it's fairly high in protein as this was my goal.

In the larger red containers is oatmeal I made in my other slow cooker (I substituted the milk for almond milk).

In the smaller red containers is hard boiled eggs.

In the mason jars is "Green Machine" I juiced myself.

I recently switched from an intermittent fasting type diet to 5 small meals type diet so I am still getting adjusted. I am also a vegerarian so that is why you see no meat in the pictures. My plan for daily meals is as follows (I work Monday-Thursday so that's why there is 4 of everything):

• Breakfast: Oatmeal
  
• Snack #1: Juice
  
• Lunch: Veggie/Bean/Pasta Meal
  
• Snack #2: Hard Boiled Egg
  
• Dinner: Salad (not pictured)
  
  Any recommendations for this first-time meal prepper would be welcomed.

I personally use these Three Compartment Meal Prep Haven Containers

They also have them in Two Compartment and Single Compartment

Try these if you are an Amazon.com type of person:
https://www.amazon.com/Evolutionize-Healthy-Meal-Prep-Containers/dp/B0128YT76S

Full disclosure, I work from home now, so I'm in the enviable position of having a full-size fridge at my disposal all the time.

Depending on what you do during the day, you could keep food in a work fridge or in a cooler with a cold pack in it. Like the second photo at this link: https://www.amazon.com/Evolutionize-Healthy-Meal-Prep-Containers/dp/B0128YT76S/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1523290175&sr=1-2-spons&keywords=food+prep+containers&psc=1

Although it sounds like you might be UK based?

Anyway, I would do:

1. Add in protein powder (peanut butter flavor?) to oatmeal
   
   
2. Depending on how much protein you need, keep the greek yogurt or greek yogurt + 1/2 scoop of protein powder or whatever + some fruit or granola for carbs
   
   
3. Add chicken or cooked egg whites to carrots; add in some fruit for carbs, or a piece of bread/toast
   
   
4. Lunch sounds good
   
   
5. Apple, protein shake, peanut butter (to fit fat macros)
   
   
6. Meat and veggies, add rice/grains/fruit as needed
   
   For shelf stable protein, you can either lean into protein powders, add in tuna like you said, or maybe do beef jerky or hardboiled egg whites. (Still, could be a lot of eggs depending on how much protein you get.)
   
   
   Today's a training day for me, but here's what I'm eating:
   
   (1) Waking: 1 1/2 scoops egg white protein mixed with iced coffee, 4 rice cakes
   
   (2) 9:30 Training: 1 1/2 scoops whey protein with 16 oz. Gatorade
   
   (3) ~1hr post workout: 4 oz. cooked chicken with salsa, 2-3 cups broccoli with lemon and salt (all my fats are at the end of the day right now), 60g jellybeans (because it's best to eat sugar during the post-workout period and also PMS)
   
   (4) Mid-afternoon: Something like (4 oz. chicken plus an apple plus cut red pepper), (more protein powder mixed into oatmeal plus cut red pepper), (more protein powder mixed with water plus apple plus red pepper)
   
   (5) Dinner: Probably ground turkey meat in taco seasoning, with a little cheese and 2 small corn tortillas, or over rice, plus peppers on the side--or skip the cheese and do cut veggies plus some veggie dip for fats if I'm sick of peppers (this is just what we have in the house today)
   
   (6) Bedtime: 1 1/2 scoops casein mixed with water to make a pudding, plus 40g peanut butter and some blueberries (in the pudding) or plums for carbs
   
   
   I realize it's a lot of protein powder, between whey, casein, egg white...but also, if it makes your life easier and you can afford it? Just try it out and see how you feel. It's shelf stable, you can down it with water, so it's great for traveling or if your job has you in the car a lot.
   
   Egg whites cook into oatmeal really nicely. They don't really have a taste, and you can get those refrigerated cartons of just egg whites (at least where I live) which makes it really easy to measure out. Then just mix in whatever else flavors fit your macros--peanut butter, cinnamon, vanilla, berries/fruit, whatever. You can just add the egg whites to the oatmeal before you microwave it. I like to stop it every so often and stir it together for texture uniformity.
   
   Oh, also, you could get protein bars to help supplement some of the mid-day meals. Like a Clif protein bar plus carrots--shelf stable and probably fits your macros. I think it's like 20g protein per bar...
   
   Does any of that help?
   
   
   
   

I use the black-bottomed take-out containers from Amazon (link).
I like them over regular tupperware containers because you get so many of the same size (I'm often prepping 8-10 meals at once), so they stack well in the freezer. I could buy more durable ones, but that would cost more money. A lot of the time I feel like I use something like this for a while, then decide that I'd like a different size. Or I stop freezing meals for a while.

This way I can use these for a few months, stack them neatly in the freezer and then recycle them when my needs change, and I'm only out $10.

I bought a pack of seven on amazon for $10. Here’s the link!

True... Maybe you can just use this

I have a few for you that I think you could handle. First a couple of tips. if you are only feeding yourself. then recipes for 4 should be cut in half. only the ingredients not the cooking times. If you like them make sure you can freeze them and make a full batch. buy yourself some freezer containers you can freeze your own homemade dinners in. Such as these:

for things like spaghetti casserole etc...
[Single Compartment meal prep containers large]
(https://www.amazon.com/LIFT-Certified-BPA-Free-Microwavable-Containers/dp/B0128YT76S/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1486741306&sr=8-5&keywords=single+compartment+meal+prep+containers)

I have these ones.. They can go straight from the freezer to the micro, and right into the dishwasher. (top rack) they are GREAT!
[1 and 2 compartment meal prep containers]
(https://www.amazon.com/Meal-Prep-Haven-Compartment-Containers/dp/B011SUKOHE/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1486741653&sr=8-2-spons&keywords=meal+prep+containers+2+compartment&psc=1)

now for soups and stews etc.. these are great but will melt in the micro if you nuke them more than 55 seconds at a time. They Will NOT leak!
[soup stew and broth containers]
(https://www.amazon.com/Glotoch-Ounce-Storage-Containers-Proof/dp/B01EFFYTQG/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1486742017&sr=8-2&keywords=16+ounce+deli+container)

I have not tried these but I will probably get some
[Round Meal Prep]
(https://www.amazon.com/Prep-Naturals-Containers-Leakproof-Plastic/dp/B01I8AQPNY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1486741830&sr=8-1&keywords=round+meal+prep+containers+microwavable)




a couple more tips. buy garlic already minced in the jar, also you can buy chopped onion at the grocery store but it will cost a bit more. will work though until you get the hang of chopping your own.

First lets start with Rotisserie chicken. they are cheap and will make at least 2 to 4 meals. depending on how many you want to feed. you can pick up some boxed mac and cheese, maybe some betty Crocker au gratin or scalloped potatoes to have with the chicken. then the remainder of the chicken can be pulled from the carcass. any full pieces you can put into the meal prep containers with leftover side dishes for lunch etc.. for the remainder of the meat. pick it as clean as you can. toss the carcass. Later you can learn how to make your own broth with it. but that is for another time. (or you can give it to your mom to make broth...)

the rest of the meat, put into a zip lock bag and freeze it for later. this meat can be used in soups, casseroles, tacos burritos etc..

I will post some recipes below for your chicken leftovers.

these could be nice for appy's, served to your friends? or for a dinner or just snacks. and you don't have to use the whole wheat tortilla either.
[Baked Pizza Taquitos]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/LNYznIZ/baked-pizza-taquitos-baker-mama/)







Leftover Chicken recipes
These Freeze well
[Black Bean Garnachas]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/MK9iKnW/black-bean-garnachas-diabetic-cooking-ch/)

this is made in the crock pot. and it doesn't make a whole bunch. you could probably eat it all in 2 settings if you are a big eater.

If you don't have one, get one they are not expensive. Walmart has them for 18 dollars most of the time. but you do want to get a 6 quart, as most recipes are geared towards that size and you won't have to scale a recipe down to fit in your crock pot.

[Creamy Beef Potato Stew]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/wxM21qf/creamy-beef-potato-stew-better-homes-gar/)

you don't have to get the mini meatballs for this. you can cut the full size ones in half, they would work just fine.
[Dump and Bake Meatball and Casserole]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/Yx8LVNH/dump-and-bake-meatball-casserole-theseas/)

side dish, these can be done in the oven at 350 for about 20 minutes
[Parmesan Potatoes and carrots]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/wKjymk0/grilled-parmesan-potatoes-and-carrots/)

[Hamburger Cabbage Casserole]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/fB1SAxZ/hamburger-cabbage-casserole-betty-crocke/)

[Overnight Meatball and Pasta Casserole]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/4GAvJYy/overnight-meatball-and-pasta-casserole/)

These Freeze well
[Porcupine meatballs]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/FlLxY9L/porcupine-meatballs/)

this is a soup that is easy to put to gather and you can use either ground beef, or leftover cooked beef such as pot roast or even steak if you want.
It makes a HUGE amount it is also freezable.

[Qiuck and easy Vegetable Beef Soup]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/7zH7VLX/quick-and-easy-vegetable-beef-soup/)

another very simple soup (this doesn't make so much, and is also freezable)
If you don't like kale use spinach or any other green you do like.

[Susage, Kale and Bean soup]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/EXR9lnq/sausage-kale-and-bean-soup-cooking-light/)

this is simple you make a couple of sides, mix this sauce and cook the thighs wow! and freezes fine too.
[Honey Mustard chicken]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/vAbBkGb/semis-honey-mustard-chicken/)

Leftover spaghetti with meat sauce can be made into a very filling Spaghetti pie, by adding just a few things. the tricky part is placing the plate face down over the small skillet and turning the spaghetti out onto it then back into the pan uncooked side down to finish. it is so worth it though.

[Spaghetti Pie]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/AdMUHXJ/spaghetti-pie/)

[Pizza Casserole]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/uP5lKqZ/pizza-casserole-by-ars-melissa/)


for some of that leftover chicken,
[Caesar Chicken pasta Casserole]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/oMxBZtR/caesar-chicken-pasta-casserole-land-o-la/)

[Chicken Alfredo Casserole]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/US6M7TC/chicken-alfredo-casserole-i-dont-remembe/)

[Adobe Chicken Wraps]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/qOBhAzW/adobe-chicken-wraps-betty-crocker/)

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

Not sure why they call this Turkey Chili since it's made with chicken? but looks good and its fast. would also be freezable.

you could use some of your cooked chicken for this recipe, about 2 cups cut up.
[Fast Turkey Chili]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/hRHclj0/fast-turkey-chili-recipe-from-wwwmyrecip/)


another use for those meatballs. it's good easy and mostly opening cans and measuring seasonings. and is freezable too.

[meatball Stone Soup]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/lURnA2d/meatball-stone-soup/)

Don't be afraid of this one. it's easier than it looks and comes to gather pretty quick. it will not freeze well though because of the half & Half. but it is soo good and doesn't make a ton.

[Zuppa Toscana]
(https://www.copymethat.com/r/lURnA2d/meatball-stone-soup/)

I better quit or they will delete this post and you won't get any of these recipes. Good Luck! I hope some of these will work for you!

I don't take my meals outside of the house either, but I think it's worth it for a few reasons.

You cook once instead of multiple times a day, and you know the calories for that meal.

I have my whole meal in one container. Next week I think I'm going to make burrito bowls so I'll put lettuce and tomatoes in a baggie to mix in after it's heated.

I'd say either a combo of both or go with the non compartment ones. I bought these https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0128YT76S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_ECY59RPjUcuyH and they're pretty good.

Yes they are and the link is below.
I do believe that a person could find similar or better ones for much less through a restaurant supply store as they seem to be fairly similar to the take home boxes. But these are a good quality and clean very well and have held up to my meals and reheating the past month.

Healthy Meal Prep Containers - Certified BPA-free - Reusable, Washable, Microwavable Food Containers with Lids (7 Pack, 28 Ounce) with Meal Prepping Ebook https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0128YT76S/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_ZNh-wbS075ZAP

[I got them from Amazon](LIFT https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0128YT76S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_voMhyb1K10ACN)

Have you checked Amazon?

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0128YT76S/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1480363801&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=lift+bpa

I meal prep and store my food in these containers and only these containers. I've been using them since January and have only had one break. They freeze and microwave well, so I just eat straight out of the packaging. Maybe get a couple packs so you can use them as plates or bowls if you decide to make something else, and you can still use them for tupperware as needed.

They also store well because they fit together very snugly, unlike other bulky tupperwares.

*edit: how much room do you have for storage in your van? I want to renovate a van like this as I travel often and sleep in my car to save money, and I was hoping to take out all of the backseats and mounting my futon to the back, perhaps lofting it for storage and a fridge(?) underneath.

Also, perhaps get a yeti cooler to keep things hot if you make hot food and plan on eating it later?

I have this one. Bought it in April and use it everyday Mon-Fri. I use these containers and these ice packs.

I use these:

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0128YT76S/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

We've been using them for years, and they're pretty much the only tupperware I'll buy now. If something is too big to fit in one container, I break it up, which ends up making us more likely to eat it.

It seems like you are in pretty good shape in terms of new cooking supplies and grocery lists. My biggest piece of advice would be to plan, plan, plan for the week! Go to r/MealPrepSunday for tips on how to meal plan. I use a OneNote notebook to track everything...what I'm eating for each meal, what I need to buy at the grocery store, my favorite recipes and snacks, etc. If you want I can share with you what I use. But I think a key for you will be to make sure you plan ahead and figure out what you need for the week.

Also make sure you have plenty of tupperware if you do bulk prep...I currently use these.

You might consider getting a bento box.

https://www.amazon.com/Freshware-15-Piece-3-Compartments-Bento-Lunch/dp/B01GH5KQLO/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1483496023&sr=8-4&keywords=bento+box

http://www.justonecookbook.com/15-easy-bento-ideas-recipes/

Freshware Meal Prep Containers [15 Pack] 3 Compartment with Lids, Food Containers, Lunch Box | BPA Free | Stackable | Bento Box, Microwave/Dishwasher/Freezer Safe, Portion Control, 21 day fix (32 oz) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GH5KQLO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_vUKJAbKVAV4JX

Thanks! This is my first meal prep and it came out pretty good. Spent less than $10 all together for the chicken breasts, broccoli and sprouts and it made four meals all together. It's enough for me since I only work three 12 hour shifts.

If you're interested in the containers I have provided an Amazon link.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GH5KQLO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_SLoGAb2312E38

Amazon! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GH5KQLO?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

Freshware 15-Pack 3 Compartment Bento Lunch Boxes with Lids - Stackable, Reusable, Microwave, Dishwasher & Freezer Safe - Meal Prep, Portion Control, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GH5KQLO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_hOHqahs8ahU4Q

Freshware Meal Prep Containers [15 Pack] 3 Compartment with Lids, Food Containers, Lunch Box | BPA Free | Stackable | Bento Box, Microwave/Dishwasher/Freezer Safe, Portion Control, 21 day fix (32 oz) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GH5KQLO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_I98WBbCZRG3M1

I’ve had them since January and they’re pretty durable! They’re dishwasher and microwave safe. I usually carry a backpack or shoulder bag and they fit great!

Hey there, I picked these up from Amazon Prime Now: https://primenow.amazon.com/dp/B01GH5KQLO?qid=1492711266&m=A1GX7G3DZPVKWG&ref_=pn_sr_sg_0_img_A1GX7G3DZPVKWG

I was planning on going to the restaurant supply store, but they are closed on weekends.

https://www.amazon.com/Freshware-Containers-Compartment-Stackable-Dishwasher/dp/B01GH5KQLO

It's these, but I almost would prefer to switch to a more open container without dividers, because the dividers take up so much room.

It MAY be these - https://www.amazon.com/Freshware-15-Pack-Compartment-Bento-Lunch/dp/B01GH5KQLO/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_79_bs_t_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=XSCNRZ7XYK76429K6WAQ

/u/Senthusiast5
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15 for $15

I got these containers from Amazon. They stack up nicely and are supposedly dishwasher and microwave safe; I'll see how they hold up long term.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GH5KQLO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Yoe8AbHQEGB9R

I have a similar issue. I work right next to the Cafe at work and it always smells like food and there are vending machines right in the hall outside of the office. The culture here also doesn't help. Everyone always wants to order in lunch on Fridays and or go out and drink after work. Meal prep has been the best possible thing to help fend off the cravings/temptations. I am a personal fan of anything that can be cooked in a Crock-Pot/slowcooker. For lunch I normally buy my desired amount of chicken/meat of choice for the week.(Mon-Fri) and I cook it on Sundays. I also have a rice cooker and I use that to make enough rice for my meals as well. Then I bought these: Freshware 15-Pack 3 Compartment Bento Lunch Boxes with Lids - Stackable, Reusable, Microwave, Dishwasher & Freezer Safe - Meal Prep, Portion Control, 21 Day Fix & Food Storage Containers (32oz) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GH5KQLO?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf as my container. I put my food in the freezer and pull it out in the morning before work. Microwave for lunch and eat.

Example food for a work day:

breakfast (6:30 AM): 3 hard boiled eggs, 1 banana, 1 serving of Almonds. 3 cups of coffee.(black with cinnamon) ~490 cals

Snack 1 (9:00 AM): 1 scoop protein shake. 120 cals.

Lunch (~11:30 AM): .5lbs of chicken with peppers and .25 cup of brown rice. ~422 cals

Coffee (Noonish): One k cup of whatever I have on hand. ~0-70 cals

Snack 2: (~3:00 PM) I'll eat something small around 200cal. I like Siggis yogurt or a banana with peanut butter. ~200 cals

Dinner (6-9 PM): something I have at home that fits into my calories. On days I workout I will also have a second protein shake. ~400-600cals

Notes: I drink a lot of water 1+ gallons a day. I recommend flavored selzer water while at work. The bubbles make it had to drink too fast and the flavor makes it a nice treat. I eat around 1600-2000 calories a day depending on my workout. I will post more tips for Crock-Pot cooking if anyone wants it.

Thank you! All there is to it is to do it! I only have my dinner plate left after my workout tonight, everything has been going well! These containers are holding up great, but of course this is the first use. They held up in the microwave and I don't see any deformations. The lids clip on tightly and securely! They stack very well with the little ridges they have on them, I don't want to speak prematurely but I think I recommend them haha here's the link again: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01GH5KQLO?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_pd_title

Thanks! I got them on Amazon, they're not the greatest quality but they do the job. I figure if I get into meal prepping enough, I might buy some better ones. But these are super cheap and work pretty well!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01GH5KQLO/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I would lead here again. Really it is yours and her only shot. Tell her we are going to be healthy and not have health issues when we get older. Throw away all of the shit in the house. Meal prep. Go to Amazon and pick these up. Put yourself and her on a strict diet and an exercise regime. The good news is you will drop even further down from 17% and she will start shedding the pounds as well.

She might call you insensitive dick, but do you really care? Your wife can't weigh more than you do.

What did she weigh when you first met? That is probably a reasonable expectation for a goal to meet. You should have that be your goal as well if you aren't there (with the exception of added muscle weight).

It will take her time, but hell, if you eat clean, hit your daily calories, and get her lifting it won't take too terribly long.

She will shit test you and outwardly hate you, but deep down she knows she is overweight and may be looking for leadership and a kick in the ass.

You need strong frame to continuously drag her ass a long in the process.

After seeing my obese father-in-law get diabetes and have two knee surgeries from excess weight I decided I was going to stay healthy. That was even before MRP. Now, it has taken a whole new meaning with lifting, but she is too big.

Good luck bro.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01GH5KQLO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Amazon! Recently bought these and they work great! Can prep 3 meals a day for the entire work week.

Here are they ones I bought!

I use these containers for my meal prep and put half of them in the freezer so I don't have to worry about fridge life. They're also good to take to work because they're light. And if something does go bad in the fridge you don't feel bad tossing one out.

Sometimes the containers will tell you how much each compartment holds. Like these from Amazon, the larger compartment holds 16 oz and the smaller compartment holds 9 oz.

You mean something like this? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IIINCRS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_QV1XAbK3CTMMC

I got them on Amazon

These meal prep containers.

I'm hoping they go down to $8 or so which will make them cheaper than the ones I buy at the dollar store. I meal prep on Sundays and use a ton of containers!

Which deal should I take?!

I've been looking everywhere for these my girlfriend and I both had surgeries and both have about 40 more lbs to lose and we are gonna start meal prep and she sent me this link like 10 minutes ago.

Here. They have other ones too with more or less compartments.

I recommend glass ones like this.

They can be used in the oven as well as microwave, dishwasherz freezer etc. Plus you can see what's in them. (And less plastic, even though the lid is plastic.)

You can also get ones with dividers, but I've never felt the need.

I don't know if you're considering glass, but I like these:

https://www.amazon.com/Prep-Naturals-Glass-Meal-Containers/dp/B06Y31WGWR/ref=pd_cp_79_1?pd_rd_w=hiTGo&pf_rd_p=ef4dc990-a9ca-4945-ae0b-f8d549198ed6&pf_rd_r=JHQ4V5BFXX4A5YN19EZN&pd_rd_r=a97f3e2c-b2fc-4d65-a0ae-233b39273004&pd_rd_wg=ioCfJ&pd_rd_i=B06Y31WGWR&psc=1&refRID=JHQ4V5BFXX4A5YN19EZN

I got these off of Amazon a few weeks ago. No complaints so far.

I use these ones. They have little vents in the top for microwaving. I've had them for about 3 years and they're still in pretty good shape. Clean in the dishwasher.

[5-Pack,30oz] Glass Meal Prep Containers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y31WGWR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_1vz6Cb5FF5BRM

i'm sure they work fine, i'm just wary of heating/dishwashing plastic regardless of the "bpa free" label. think of how many times these puppies get reheated in the microwave and dishwasher.

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invest in something along the lines of these and you wont go back. they're more expensive but damn, they are great and they'll live forever.