How to determine duration of recipe
Meal prep durations can be categorized into a few general timeframes based on the complexity of the meals and the amount of time required. Here’s how you might describe them:
Short (15–30 minutes):
- Ideal for simple meals like salads, sandwiches, or quick stir-fries.
- Minimal cooking time or none at all.
- Often involves pre-washed or pre-cut ingredients.
Medium (30–60 minutes):
- Suitable for balanced meals with a mix of protein, carbs, and veggies.
- Involves basic chopping, cooking, and assembling.
- Great for batch-cooking small portions or preparing one full meal.
Long (1–2 hours):
- Involves more extensive prep, like marinating proteins, roasting, or slow-cooking.
- Suitable for meal prepping for several days or the whole week.
- Often includes multiple recipes or larger quantities.
Extended (2+ hours):
- Common for batch-cooking a variety of meals.
- Includes prepping, cooking, portioning, and storage.
- Ideal for those who prefer one prep session for the entire week.
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