EASY NO-COOK MEAL PREP! But first, follow @foodsafetymum for all your kitchen questions answered on everything from simple meal prep, food storage to saving money on your food shop! Prepping lettuce is one thing I do nearly every week because it requires such little effort, lasts the week and helps me have healthier food in a pinch! Simply chop, wash, dry the lettuce - remove any brown/ manky bits - then line a Tupperware with *dry* kitchen towel and it’s good to go! I usually get at least 5-6 days out of my lettuce, sometimes more if it’s a good one, sometimes less! Especially if it’s sat in my fridge for a while before I’ve gone to the effort of chopping 😬 Hope you found this useful! Follow for more no cook meal prep ideas on here & on YouTube #mealprep #nocook #nocookrecipe #easymealprep #lettuce #foodstorage #foodstoragetips #sundayreset #easylunch #prepahead #prepaheadmeals #prepaheadlunch #foodsafety #eho #foodinspector

‼️SAVE THIS for possibly the easiest & quickest dinner for your kids 💚 and make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum for easier mealtimes & your kitchen questions answered! ✨ ———————- Recipe: 1 red onion 1 aubergine 2 courgettes 2 peppers 2 cloves garlic Sprinkle of Italian mixed herbs 2 tbsp tomato purée 1 can chopped tomatoes 400ml low salt veg stock 1-2tbsp pesto (optional) 25-40g cheese (optional) 1. Put everything in a pan 2. Bring to the boil & simmer covered for 20 minutes. Optional: add 1tbsp pesto and a handful of cheese once cooked 3. Add the pesto & cheese if using, Blend & freeze! 4. Reheat straight from frozen in the microwave on full power, stirring every 30-40 seconds to remove hot spots, until piping hot all the way through 🔥 This batch easily makes enough for us to use throughout the month, if not longer! If keeping in the fridge, use within 2-3 days. If freezing, there’s no time limit to use but for quality would be best used within 3 months (before the frozen cubes get frosty!) #foodsafety #mealprep #mealprepideas #mealprepping #freeze #freezermeal #makeahead #makeaheadmeals #makeaheadbreakfast #sundayreset #sundaymealprep #weeklyfoodprep #foodprep #foodhygiene #batchcooking #foodwaste

Let me know if you want the FLUFFIEST pancake recipe 👇🏻 they’re freezer friendly too which means you can keep a stash ready for when you need an easy breakfast on the table in seconds!!!! Because seriously…. Who will have time to actually make pancakes before the school/ work/ nursery run?! 🤯 I definitely won’t but seeing as my girls LOVE pancakes, here’s how I’ll be getting organised this weekend ❤️ And if you’re never sure how long you can keep foods, what you can freeze & what you can’t or how best to reheat foods you’ve meal prepped (and whether you can cook from frozen or not!!) then hi! 🤗 I’m a food safety expert and mum of 2 and I’m all about helping you make mealtimes with kids easier, quicker & generally more stress-free whilst showing you how you can save ££ by saving food 💚💚 Follow along for answers to all your kitchen debates 😁 Jenna xx #foodsafety #freezingtip #homecooked #weaningfood #babysnacks #toddlersnacks #babyfoodideas #babypancakes #freezinghack #frozenpancake #pancakerecipe

As much as I love stocking up my freezer, not every Sunday should be spent batch cooking! ✨Follow @foodsafetymum for all the inspiration, tips & advice you need when it comes to meal prep… from ideas for 30 minutes Sunday resets to quick wins that will literally take you MINUTES to prep that will help make cooking for your family easier ✨ I’m also a fully qualified EHO so my page always features advice you can trust on what foods you can freeze along with storage and reheating instructions too. #foodsafety #mealprep #mealprepideas #mealprepping #freeze #freezermeal #makeahead #makeaheadmeals #makeaheadbreakfast #sundayreset #sundaymealprep #weeklyfoodprep #foodprep #foodhygiene #batchcooking #foodwaste #prep #prepahead

✨ Follow @foodsafetymum for meal prep tips & advice, food safety myths busted, tips on how you can waste less food (& save money 🤑) and ultimately…. Easier mealtimes & more confidence in the kitchen! ✨ —— Hi, I’m Jenna! 🤗 I’m a mum of 2 girls, also working as an Environmental Health Officer inspecting local food businesses 🕵🏼‍♀️ I’m here to help you find little hacks that take the daily pressure out of the CONSTANT cooking when you have a family to cater for… whilst knowing how you can make sure you avoid the risk of food poisoning 😜! This year I’ll be sharing more recipes, meal prep & batch cooking tips as well as info for any new parents embarking on the weaning journey 👶🏼🍼 Let’s not also forget I’ll also let you know if there’s an important food recall you need to be aware of… like moths in your Xmas stuffing, or salmonella in your chocolate! 🙃🫠 Let me know if there’s anything specifically you’d like answered in my next few posts ❤️ Jenna x #batchcooking #mealpreptips #fussytoddler #fussytoddlermeals #weaningideas #weaningbaby #foodsafety #easymeals #quickfamilymeals #familycooking #mumcooking #dadcooks #toddlermealideas #babymealideas #mumaccount

🍷 FREEZE YOUR LEFTOVER WINE! 🤩 And follow @foodsafetymum for ways you can make mealtimes easier in 2025, whilst saving money (and food!) in the process! ✨ Frozen wine ice cubes are then ready to add straight from frozen into dishes like bolognese, pies, sauces, pasta or casseroles! ✅ You can also freeze prosecco and white wine too! Again you can add the ice cubes straight from frozen into dishes like risotto or cream sauces 🥂 Beware though that the cubes do defrost quickly and can go a little mushy so make sure you leave them in an ice cube tray! Let me know if you’re going to give this a go! ✨ #frozenwine #freeze #foodsafety #cookingtips #cookingwine #dadcooks #mumcooking #leftoverwine

Comment ‘TURKEY’ for the link to the full video where I show you how to check all of these in reality (and 5 tips you need to know to help avoid OVERCOOKING your Turkey!) on my YouTube or just search @foodsafetymum 🦃 🎅🏻 And share this with someone who might find this useful! 😁 Make sure you’re following for lots more content to help make mealtimes easier in 2025 🎆 for now… MERRY CHRISTMAS! 🎅🏻 And in case you need it…… Most turkeys will have cooking times and instructions provided on the packaging but if none are provided, the Food Standards Agency @foodgov recommend the following cooking guidelines: In an oven preheated to 180ºC (350ºF or Gas Mark 4): ♨️allow 45 minutes per kg plus 20 minutes for a turkey that weighs under 4.5kg ♨️allow 40 minutes per kg for a turkey that weighs between 4.5kg and 6.5kg ♨️allow 35 minutes per kg for a turkey that weighs over 6.5kg #christmasdinner #christmasturkey #frozenturkey #organisedchristmas #christmasdinnertips #cookingaturkey #turkeytips

The EASIEST Activity for kids this Christmas! The full video showing you what we used and step by step instructions is available on my YouTube or comment REINDDEER and I’ll send you the link! We always use things we’re happy for the kids to pick at whilst they’re making it (all the sweets!) which is part of the fun! Enjoy and make sure you’re following along for more 🎄🎅🏻 #christmasbaking #reindeerfood #reindeerfoodrecipe #foodsafety #christmasfood #christmasfoodsafety #christmasathome #christmasfoodideas #christmasdinner #organisedchristmas #stressfreechristmas #christmasplanner #christmasplanning #christmasmealprep #mealprep

It’s time!! Swipe for some tips if you need to defrost your turkey ready for Christmas and follow for lots more Christmas tips, advice & recipes 🎄💕 And if you have one of my planners, don’t forget to keep track of what else needs defrosting this week in time for Xmas day! #foodsafety #christmasfood #christmasfoodsafety #christmasathome #christmasfoodideas #christmasdinner #organisedchristmas #stressfreechristmas #christmasplanner #christmasplanning #christmasmealprep #mealprep #defrostingturkey

Comment ‘SNOWMAN’ for a link to the step by step tutorial you can follow along to make these or head over to my YouTube channel for the video & lots more festive baking ideas and EASY foods you can make in the lead up to Christmas with kids… even toddlers! #foodsafety #christmasfood #christmasfoodsafety #christmasathome #christmasfoodideas #christmasdinner #organisedchristmas #stressfreechristmas #christmasplanner #christmasplanning #christmasmealprep #mealprep

FESTIVE BAKING INSPIRATION ✨ 5 EASY foods you can make in the lead up to Christmas with kids… even toddlers! Head over to my YouTube channel @foodsafetymum for the recipes, step by step tutorials and general cuteness of Christmas baking! 🥰 or comment BAKING and I’ll send the link directly to you #foodsafety #christmasfood #christmasfoodsafety #christmasathome #christmasfoodideas #christmasdinner #organisedchristmas #stressfreechristmas #christmasplanner #christmasplanning #christmasmealprep #mealprep

✨ Follow for more make-ahead recipes and tips & advice to help you in the kitchen this Christmas! ✨ The full recipe along with a step by step tutorial is available on my YouTube channel so you can search it on there, or just comment GRAVY and I’ll send you the link directly ❤️ For now though, here’s the make-ahead gravy recipe you need this Christmas! 2 onions, roughly chopped/ quartered
2 parsnips, peeled & chopped
2 large carrots, peeled & chopped
4 sticks celery, chopped
3 rashers smoked streaky bacon, chopped 2 bay leaves
2-3 sprigs sage
2-3 sprigs rosemary
2-3 sprigs thyme
3 cloves garlic, smashed
1kg chicken wings
Approx 2 tbsp olive oil 100ml port
4 tbsp plain flour
2 litres boiling water
2-3 tbsp cranberry sauce 1.     Preheat the oven to 200C/ Fan 180C/ gas mark 6. 2.     Add the chopped veg & herbs to a roasting. Score the chicken wings and add to the tin with the chopped streaky bacon. 3.     Drizzle with oil, tossing to coat. Roast in the oven for 1 hour. 4.     Transfer the contents to a low heat on the hob  & mash. Add the port and mash some more!   5.     Gradually stir in the flour, stirring between each addition, and then add 1.5 litres of boiling water (reserving 500ml for step 6). 6.     Pour 500ml boiling water into the roasting tin and use it to help scrape some of the goodness from the base of the tray. Add this watery goodness into the pan of gravy with the rest of the ingredients. Simmer for 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until gravy has thickened. Season well. 7.     Pour the gravy (in batches!) through a coarse sieve over a large bowl or jug, pressing down with a spoon to push all the liquid through from the chicken and vegetables. Add extra seasoning to taste if required. Add the cranberry sauce. 8.     Pop this jug of gravy into a sink filled with iced water and cool quickly for up to 30 minutes, 9.     Once cool, transfer to a labelled freeze bag and freeze flat! 10.  On Christmas Eve, defrost in the fridge and reheat in a pan on Christmas Day until piping hot – not forgetting to add the meat juices on Xmas day too!  If your gravy needs thickening, add 1tsp cornflour to help thicken. Enjoy!

Hosting this Christmas? ⬇️ ✨ I’m on a mission to help make your food prep easier this Christmas so follow @foodsafetymum for easy make-ahead recipes, hosting tips and general advice to make life easier in the kitchen this Christmas! ✨ #foodsafety #christmasfood #christmasfoodsafety #christmasathome #christmasfoodideas #christmasdinner #organisedchristmas #stressfreechristmas #christmasplanner #christmasplanning #christmasfoodprep

🥞MAKE-AHEAD PANCAKES 🥞 Christmas morning breakfast in 60 seconds ✨ ✨ I’m on a mission to help make your food prep easier this Christmas so follow @foodsafetymum for easy make-ahead tips & recipes…. From a food safety expert ✨ Because seriously, who needs the added labour of flipping pancakes on Christmas morning 😅 you can either reheat your pancakes straight from frozen in the microwave, or defrost and reheat back in the pan (or toaster!) Recipe: 50g butter
220 g Self-raising flour
1.5tsp baking powder
1.5tbsp sugar 3 eggs
180ml milk (can use up to 200ml depending on consistency
1tsp vanilla extract Instructions: 1. Melt the butter and set aside until you need it 2. Mix the flour, baking powder & sugar together using a wooden spoon and make a well in the centre. 3. Add the melted butter, eggs & vanilla extract and slowly add the milk & whisk until smooth using a balloon whisk. Adding the milk slowly will help make sure your batter isn’t lumpy 4. Over a medium heat, cook rounds of batter for 2-3 minutes on each side. 5. Once cool, Cut out Christmas shapes, freeze with a piece of baking paper between each pancake ready to reheat straight from frozen on Xmas morning! #foodsafety #christmasfood #christmasfoodsafety #christmasathome #christmasfoodideas #christmasdinner #organisedchristmas #stressfreechristmas #christmasplanner #christmasplanning #christmasmorning #christmasbreakfast #makeaheadbreakfast #makeaheadpancakes #christmaspancakes

3 space saving tips helping you make room for your CHRISTMAS DINNER PREP 🎅🏻 Comment CHRISTMAS for the link to all of my stress-free Christmas resources that will save you time (on the days it REALLY matters) & money this Christmas Here’s a list of just SOME example of things that you could fill your freezer with this weekend ahead of Christmas Day: Christmas morning Pancakes Roast potatoes Gravy Vegan wellington Pork chestnut and cranberry stuffing Cauliflower cheese Red cabbage Pigs in blankets Honey Roasted parsnips and carrots Plum and apple crumble Bread sauce Brie stuffed pigs in blankets Christmas party food - halloumi fries Festive granola Christmas soup starter Christmas party food - halloumi in blankets Freshly baked mince pies Christmas morning baked pancake ABC Christmas pudding Homemade bread Sweet & savoury Christmas trees Christmas tree meringues Carrot cake snowmen Freezable honeycomb smash cheesecake ✨and make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum here and on YouTube for all my free content in the lead up to Christmas 🎅🏻 #organisedchristmas #christmasdinnerprep #makeaheadchristmas #christmasrecipes #stressfreechristmas #christmasprep #mealprepideas

SAVE this for when you’re in need of some inspiration! 10 easy ideas for elf on the shelf, all self explanatory and pretty quick to set up with minimal supplies 🙌 And if it’s EASY Christmas food recipes, tips & advice you’re after, Comment CHRISTMAS for the link to all of my stress-free Christmas resources that will save you time (on the days it REALLY matters) & money this Christmas Here’s a list of just SOME example of things that can be made in advance of Christmas Day: Christmas morning Pancakes Roast potatoes Gravy Vegan wellington Pork chestnut and cranberry stuffing Cauliflower cheese Red cabbage Pigs in blankets Honey Roasted parsnips and carrots Plum and apple crumble Bread sauce Brie stuffed pigs in blankets Christmas party food - halloumi fries Festive granola Christmas soup starter Christmas party food - halloumi in blankets Freshly baked mince pies Christmas morning baked pancake ABC Christmas pudding Homemade bread Sweet & savoury Christmas trees Christmas tree meringues Carrot cake snowmen Freezable honeycomb smash cheesecake ✨and make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum here and on YouTube for all my free content in the lead up to Christmas 🎅🏻 #organisedchristmas #christmasdinnerprep #makeaheadchristmas #christmasrecipes #stressfreechristmas #christmasprep #mealprepideas

CHRISTMAS DINNER PREP 🎅🏻 do you do it in advance, or Xmas Eve?! Comment CHRISTMAS for the link to all of my stress-free Christmas resources that will save you time (on the days it REALLY matters) & money this Christmas Here’s a list of just SOME example of things that can be made in advance of Christmas Day: Christmas morning Pancakes Roast potatoes Gravy Vegan wellington Pork chestnut and cranberry stuffing Cauliflower cheese Red cabbage Pigs in blankets Honey Roasted parsnips and carrots Plum and apple crumble Bread sauce Brie stuffed pigs in blankets Christmas party food - halloumi fries Festive granola Christmas soup starter Christmas party food - halloumi in blankets Freshly baked mince pies Christmas morning baked pancake ABC Christmas pudding Homemade bread Sweet & savoury Christmas trees Christmas tree meringues Carrot cake snowmen Freezable honeycomb smash cheesecake ✨and make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum here and on YouTube for all my free content in the lead up to Christmas 🎅🏻 #organisedchristmas #christmasdinnerprep #makeaheadchristmas #christmasrecipes #stressfreechristmas #christmasprep #mealprepideas

✨🎅🏻 CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY 🎄✨ I’m here to give you all the tips & advice you need to get organised & confidently cook your Christmas dinner which is why I’m SO excited to have teamed up with @thermapen for a perfect little Xmas giveaway 🎁 One lucky winner will win a thermapen one digital thermometer (worth up to £80 - perfect for checking the Turkey is cooked!) and a Christmas Planner, complete with a bonus download of additional make-ahead recipes for you to get ahead this December! To enter this giveaway, you need to: ✅ Follow @foodsafetymum & @thermapen ✅ Like this post ✅ Tag someone in the comments who would like to win this! P.S… I’ll be closing orders of the Christmas planner ahead of Christmas so if you want to get organised, start now!!! And if you win & you’ve already bought one- you can choose to gift another one to someone else or get a refund 🥰 ——- ❓WHAT IS THE CHRISTMAS PLANNER? Well… If you’re the one in charge of hosting family and cooking Christmas Dinner, it can be pretty stressful! This Christmas Planner has all the advice and tips you need to have a stress free Christmas Day as well as recipes and all the checklists you need like a Christmas meal planner, defrosting planner, equipment checklist, shopping lists, to do lists, gift checklists AND MORE! ✨ 🍀 GOOD LUCK! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ *T&C’s: This giveaway is open to the UK only and closes at 9pm on Wednesday 11th December 2024. Aged 18+ to enter. The winner will be selected at random and all entry requirements will be checked. Please note that this giveaway is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Instagram. #christmasprep #organisedchristmas #christmasplanner #christmasdinner #christmasmealplan #christmasfood #foodsafety #christmasfoodpoisoning #giveaway #christmasgiveaway #giveawayuk

It’s not too early to start your Christmas Meal Prep! Comment CHRISTMAS for the link to all of my stress-free Christmas resources that will save you time & money this Christmas… including over 30 make-ahead Christmas recipes covering everything from dinner prep, party food, breakfasts or fun baking ideas! 🙌 ✨and make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum here and on YouTube for all my free content in the lead up to Christmas 🎅🏻 #organisedchristmas #christmasdinnerprep #makeaheadchristmas #christmasrecipes #stressfreechristmas #christmasprep #mealprepideas

Comment CHRISTMAS for the link to all of my stress-free Christmas resources that will save you time & money this Christmas 🙌 Here’s a list of just SOME example of things that can be made in advance of Christmas Day: Christmas morning Pancakes Roast potatoes Gravy Vegan wellington Pork chestnut and cranberry stuffing Cauliflower cheese Red cabbage Pigs in blankets Honey Roasted parsnips and carrots Plum and apple crumble Bread sauce Brie stuffed pigs in blankets Christmas party food - halloumi fries Festive granola Christmas soup starter Christmas party food - halloumi in blankets Freshly baked mince pies Christmas morning baked pancake ABC Christmas pudding Homemade bread Sweet & savoury Christmas trees Christmas tree meringues Carrot cake snowmen Freezable honeycomb smash cheesecake ✨and make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum here and on YouTube for all my free content in the lead up to Christmas 🎅🏻 #organisedchristmas #christmasdinnerprep #makeaheadchristmas #christmasrecipes #stressfreechristmas #christmasprep #mealprepideas

Comment CHRISTMAS for the link to all of my stress-free Christmas resources that will save you time & money this Christmas 🙌 Here’s a list of just SOME example of things that can be made in advance of Christmas Day: Christmas morning Pancakes Roast potatoes Gravy Vegan wellington Pork chestnut and cranberry stuffing Cauliflower cheese Red cabbage Pigs in blankets Honey Roasted parsnips and carrots Plum and apple crumble Bread sauce Brie stuffed pigs in blankets Christmas party food - halloumi fries Festive granola Christmas soup starter Christmas party food - halloumi in blankets Freshly baked mince pies Christmas morning baked pancake ABC Christmas pudding Homemade bread Sweet & savoury Christmas trees Christmas tree meringues Carrot cake snowmen Freezable honeycomb smash cheesecake ✨and make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum here and on YouTube for all my free content in the lead up to Christmas 🎅🏻 #organisedchristmas #christmasdinnerprep #makeaheadchristmas #christmasrecipes #stressfreechristmas #christmasprep #mealprepideas

PREP CHRISTMAS DINNER IN JUST 1 HOUR 🎄💖 Comment YouTube for the full link to see exactly what, and how much prep we did ready for Christmas Day in just 1 hour! I can’t recommend the feeling of knowing you don’t need to join the crowds in the shops or spend all of Christmas morning in the kitchen enough 😅 And don’t forget until Sunday I’ve got a Black Friday discount live on my Christmas planner which gives you over 35 make ahead recipes, checklists and a stack of tips & advice if you’re the one hosting this Christmas! Comment planner if you want the link ❤️ Jenna xx ❤️ #foodsafety #christmasfood #christmasfoodsafety #christmasathome #christmasfoodideas #christmasdinner #organisedchristmas #stressfreechristmas #christmasplanner #christmasplanning #christmasmealprep #mealprep

DISCOUNTED FOR BLACK FRIDAY 🖤 ⬇️ All my tips, advice & recipes upfront, no gate keeping & in one easily accessible place. Just comment PLANNER and I’ll send you the link ❤️❤️ Never worry again about undercooking the Turkey, what foods you can prep in advance or how long you really can keep serving those Christmas leftovers (or what to do with them!) As a food safety expert & busy mum of 2, I’m here to help you get organised for Christmas so that you need to spend as little time as possible in the kitchen over Christmas ❤️ And if you want more freebie tips, make sure you subscribe to my YouTube channel @foodsafetymum P.S. this discount is only running until SUNDAY! So don’t miss it ❤️ #foodsafety #christmasfood #christmasfoodsafety #christmasathome #christmasfoodideas #christmasdinner #organisedchristmas #stressfreechristmas #christmasplanner #christmasplanning #christmasmealprep #mealprep

Can you relate? 😅 comment YOUTUBE for the links to my latest video where I give you all my space saving tips & hacks ahead of Christmas meal prep And if you want to know WHAT foods can you prep in advance, I’ve got over 30 prep ahead recipes (covering everything from Christmas dinner prep, christmas breakfasts, party food & desserts), then make sure you’re following & check out my grid for ideas! Helping you feel confident, organised & less stressed this Xmas… not to mention the fact it’ll SAVE you money 😜 #foodsafety #christmasfood #christmasfoodsafety #christmasathome #christmasfoodideas #christmasdinner #organisedchristmas #stressfreechristmas #christmasplanner #christmasplanning

Follow @foodsafetymum for help getting organised this Christmas in(and out!) of the kitchen 👩‍🍳🙌 I’m here to give you all the tips, advice & make ahead recipes you need to get organised this Christmas but when I shared this in my stories the other day I had so many of you ask me to save it as a highlight I thought I’d upgrade it to the grid ✨✨ Doing everything I can to make sure the magic isn’t overshadowed by the dreaded “to do list” this Christmas! If you want to know more about getting started with your Christmas meal prep, Comment Christmas below and I’ll send you the link to everything you’ll need ❤️🎅🏻

It’s tiiiiiime!!! ❄️✨✨ Comment CHRISTMAS for the link to all of my stress-free Christmas resources that will save you time & money this Christmas 🙌 Here’s a list of everything pictured above that can be made in advance of Christmas Day: Christmas morning Pancakes Roast potatoes Gravy Vegan wellington Pork chestnut and cranberry stuffing Cauliflower cheese Red cabbage Pigs in blankets Honey Roasted parsnips and carrots Plum and apple crumble Bread sauce Brie stuffed pigs in blankets Christmas party food - halloumi fries Festive granola Christmas soup starter Christmas party food - halloumi in blankets Freshly baked mince pies Christmas morning baked pancake ABC Christmas pudding Homemade bread Sweet & savoury Christmas trees Christmas tree meringues Carrot cake snowmen Freezable honeycomb smash cheesecake ✨and make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum here and on YouTube for all my free content in the lead up to Christmas 🎅🏻 #organisedchristmas #christmasdinnerprep #makeaheadchristmas #christmasrecipes #stressfreechristmas #christmasprep #mealprepideas

A task for the weekend? ✨ Comment CHRISTMAS for the link to all of my stress-free Christmas resources that will save you time & money this Christmas - everything from space saving tips, cooking advice, how to love your leftovers & showing you EXACTLY how much of your Christmas dinner you can prep in advance 🙌 ✨and make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum here and on YouTube for all my free content in the lead up to Christmas 🎅🏻 #organisedchristmas #christmasdinnerprep #makeaheadchristmas #christmasrecipes #stressfreechristmas #christmasprep #mealprepideas

❌Don’t make this mistake with slow cooker dump bags! ⬇️ But first… make sure you follow @foodsafetymum for practical advice (that isn’t going to give you food poisoning!) to help make mealtimes & meal prep quicker & easier ✨ ✅ Always make sure you thaw your meat first! ‼️ Frozen meat will take too long to come up to temperature in the slow cooker - meaning that the meat will sit in the ‘danger zone’ (where bacteria multiplies rapidly) for far too long to be considered safe. As always, this advice is particularly important when you’re cooking food for someone that falls into a vulnerable group, like young children or pregnant ladies. ❄️ and if you’ve not used the cold water method to defrost before… it’s a GAME CHANGER! Just add your sealed container of food to cold water (it has to be cold!), change the water at least every 30 minutes and your food will be defrosted in no time 🔥 #foodsafety #slowcooker #slowcookerfoodsafety #slowcookerrecipes #frozenchicken #homecooking #slowcookerdumpbags #dumpbag #dumpbagrecipes

Comment CHRISTMAS for the link to an organised and stress-free Christmas in the kitchen! 🔥🎄 I’ve got you covered with everything from how to prep your WHOLE Christmas dinner ahead of time (including dessert…), practical cooking tips & advice, how to make room in your freezer, fun baking ideas for kids and all the checklists you need to help you stay on top of it all this year! ✨and make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum here and on YouTube for all my free content helping you in the lead up to Christmas 🎅🏻 #organisedchristmas #christmasdinnerprep #makeaheadchristmas #christmasrecipes #stressfreechristmas #christmasprep #mealprepideas

Take the stress out of busy mornings and get a stash of these in the freezer ⤵️ ✨ Follow @foodsafetymum for more meal prep recipes, tips and advice ✨ ——— Recipe: 200g oats 200g plain flour (white or wholemeal, or both) 75g brown sugar 3tsp baking powder 1 tsp cinnamon 2 mashed bananas 2 large eggs (separated) 3tbsp oil 250ml milk Half punnet (125g) blueberries 30g chocolate chips 1. Mix the flour, oats, sugar, baking powder and cinnamon in a bowl and stir 2. Add the bananas, oil, the egg yolks and milkand stir again 3. Whisk the remaining egg whites 4. Fold in the whisked egg whites, blueberries and chocolate chips 5. Spoon into cases and bake for 20 minutes on 180C/ gas mark 6, until golden and cooked through 6. Best frozen when cooled but fresh, or store in an airtight container for 3 days. To freeze, wrap in foil to protect from freezer burn. Defrost overnight #foodsafety #batchcooking #batchcook #breakfastrecipes #breakfastmuffins #breakfastideas #quickbreakfast #defrosting #weaningrecipes #batchcookingrecipes #mealprep #mealprepideas #freezablebreakfast #easybreakfast #easybreakfastideas

Comment CHRISTMAS for all my tips, advice & recipes upfront, no gate keeping & in one easily accessible place ⬇️ Never worry again about undercooking the Turkey, what foods you can prep in advance or how long you really can keep serving those Christmas leftovers (or what to do with them!) As a food safety expert & busy mum of 2, I’m here to help you get organised for Christmas so that you need to spend as little time as possible in the kitchen over Christmas ❤️ And if you want more freebie tips, make sure you subscribe to my YouTube channel @foodsafetymum #foodsafety #christmasfood #christmasfoodsafety #christmasathome #christmasfoodideas #christmasdinner #organisedchristmas #stressfreechristmas #christmasplanner #christmasplanning #christmasmealprep #mealprep

Freezable healthy JAM!!! 🍓 ⬇️ For more meal prep ideas, follow @foodsafetymum ✨and make sure you check out my grid for the rest of my meal prep series- there’s over 25 ideas to help you make mealtimes easier!!!! For now though, this is one food that I’ll pretty much always have in my freezer stash ❄️ Recipe: 225g frozen berries of choice 2 tbsp chia seeds 1 tsp vanilla extract 1tbsp honey (omit for under 1s) or maple syrup 1. In a pan, heat the berries gently for around 5 minutes, until soft 2. Mash the berries in the pan (or blend to make smooth) and add the rest of the ingredients. 3. Leave to cool for 30 minutes then refrigerate or freeze! ✨Follow along for tips & advice when cooking for little ones & how to make cooking easier from a food safety expert ✨❤️ #batchcooking #mealpreptips #fussytoddler #fussytoddlermeals #weaningideas #weaningbaby #foodsafety #easymeals #quickfamilymeals #familycooking #mumcooking #dadcooks #toddlermealideas #babymealideas #quickbreakfast #toddlerbreakfast #chiajam #chiaseedjam #toddlerrecipe

Want some tips to help you get organised and Make-ahead Christmas recipes?!!! ✨⬇️ Drop the word “Christmas” below and I’ll send you a link to how you can get a load of Christmas recipes you can make in advance, cooking advice, checklists, menu planner, gift planner and more! You currently already get a FREE recipe download but I’m currently adding so many more recipes to this (will be sent next Sunday to anyone who has already purchased this year) including easy Christmas breakfasts, party food & vegan options so it’s the best year yet for Xmas food 🙌 If you’re not quite ready to purchase the planner, follow along for more tips to stay organised this Christmas, or just check out my grid for my October meal prep tips & advice! 🎅🏻✨✨ #foodsafety #christmasfood #christmasfoodsafety #christmasathome #christmasfoodideas #christmasdinner #organisedchristmas #stressfreechristmas #christmasplanner #christmasplanning #christmasfoodprep #christmashacks #christmasrecipes

A QUICK WIN FOR EASY MEAL PREP ✨ ✅Day 25 of my meal prep series -Make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum for the rest ❤️ And if you’re only just catching up, head over to my grid to see what you’ve missed so far! #foodsafety #mealprep #mealprepideas #mealprepping #freeze #freezermeals #makeahead #batchcooking #makeaheadmeals #freezerstash #makeaheadbreakfast #sundayreset #sundaybatching #sundaymealprep #easymeals #quickmeals #foodprep #weeklyfoodprep #foodwaste #prepahead #easycookingathome #quickcooking #cookingtips #toddlerfoodideas #toddlerfood #howtofreeze #moneysavingtips #cookingforkids #easymealtimes #easyrecipes

✨MEAL PREP TIPS ✨ Answering one of my most asked questions… ⬇️ But first, make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum for meal prep recipes, inspiration & tips from a food safety expert ✨ Food in the freezer is ideally best to be used within 1-3 months but providing your food stays frozen solid, this is for quality reasons. Here’s 4 tips to help your frozen food last longer: 🍱 Always use the correct container when storing food in the freezer (air-tight containers or freezer bags are ideal!) 💨 Wrap foods well and if using freezer bags, squeeze out all of the air 🖊Label food with a date so you can use a ‘First in First out’ rotation in your freezer; meaning food generally isn’t in the freezer any longer than it needs to be! ❄️ Cool food fully before placing inside the freezer - after cooking, cool food as quickly as possible and make sure you place your food in the fridge or freezer within 2 hours of cooking. And if you’re starting to think about Christmas already… Comment Christmas below and I’ll send you the link you need to get organised ❤️✨ #foodsafety #christmasfood #christmasfoodsafety #christmasathome #christmasfoodideas #christmasdinner #organisedchristmas #stressfreechristmas #christmasplanner #christmasplanning #christmasfoodprep #batchcooking #mealprep #mealprepideas #mealprepping #freezerfood

THE BEST GRANOLA! 🥜 🌰 ✨Follow @foodsafetymum for more meal prep inspiration… with food safety tips & advice for easier mealtimes! ✨ For now though… this recipe is one to save 📍 ————- Recipe: 420g oats 150g mixed nuts 75g mixed seed mix 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1tsp vanilla extract 120ml oil (any - vegetable oil or coconut oil) 120ml honey & maple syrup mix (both or just one) Raisins (optional - any dried fruit will work!) Chocolate chips (optional) 1. Preheat the oven to 180C 2. Mix the oats, nuts, seeds, cinnamon, honey/ maple syrup, oil and vanilla extract in a bowl 3. Line 2 baking trays with baking paper and bake the granola for 18-20 mins, stirring halfway through 4. Once golden, leave to fully cool for around 30 minutes 5. Once cool, break into clusters and add a good handful of raisins and chocolate chips (to taste/ preference!) 6. Store in an airtight container. Will keep for up to 2 weeks. ———— I’m Jenna an EHO & food safety expert & mum of 2… Follow along with my October Meal Prep series where everyday I’m sharing recipes, tips & advice to make mealtimes easier! Check out my grid to see what you’ve missed so far ❤️ #foodsafety #mealprep #mealprepideas #mealprepping #freeze #freezermeal #makeahead #makeaheadmeals #makeaheadbreakfast #sundayreset #sundaymealprep #weeklyfoodprep #foodprep #foodhygiene #batchcooking #bendycarrots #foodwaste #granola #granolarecipe #homemadegranola #easybreakfast #easybreakfastideas

Bendy carrots?🥕 Follow for meal prep recipes, inspiration & tips from a food safety expert ✨ It’s perfectly safe to use bendy carrots in cooking…… but, once they are black, slimy or have any kind of mould - they’re no longer safe to use! Bendy carrots are simply dydrated and you can revive them by leaving them in water…. Or, grate them up and just pop them straight in the freezer! Use straight from frozen in cooking. ——— Carrot Cake overnight oats: 50g oats 150-180ml milk (any) Handful grated carrot 1 tsp sweetened ground cinnamon Handful raisins 1tsp flaxseed (optional) 1tsp chia seeds (optional) Drizzle honey Top with juts (walnuts, pecan or mixed nuts!) Leave overnight and enjoy! ———— I’m Jenna an EHO & food safety expert & mum of 2… Follow along with my October Meal Prep series where everyday I’m sharing recipes, tips & advice to make mealtimes easier! Check out my grid to see what you’ve missed so far ❤️ #foodsafety #mealprep #mealprepideas #mealprepping #freeze #freezermeal #makeahead #makeaheadmeals #makeaheadbreakfast #sundayreset #sundaymealprep #weeklyfoodprep #foodprep #foodhygiene #batchcooking #bendycarrots #foodwaste #carrot #carrotcake #carrotcakerecipe #carrotcakeporridge #overnightoats

A QUICK WIN FOR EASY MEAL PREP ✨ ✅Day 18 of my new meal prep series -Make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum for the rest ❤️ And if you’re only just catching up, head over to my grid to see what you’ve missed so far! #foodsafety #mealprep #mealprepideas #mealprepping #freeze #freezermeals #makeahead #batchcooking #makeaheadmeals #freezerstash #makeaheadbreakfast #sundayreset #sundaybatching #sundaymealprep #easymeals #quickmeals #foodprep #weeklyfoodprep #foodwaste #prepahead #easycookingathome #quickcooking #cookingtips #toddlerfoodideas #toddlerfood #howtofreeze #moneysavingtips #cookingforkids #easymealtimes #easyrecipes

FREEZABLE HALLOWEEN SNACK! 🎃 👻 Halloween Puffs 🍌 Follow for meal prep recipes, inspiration & tips from a food safety expert ✨ Follow along for some easy recipes that you can make in advance, perfect for a Halloween party or just for a bit of themed fun at home with kids! ——— The video is pretty self explanatory and I decided to keep these super simple but feel free to make bigger versions and fill with any filling you like! ❤️ When it comes to cooking, cook straight from frozen either in the air fryer or oven. Timing will depend on the size of cutter you use- so just make sure the pastry is golden and it’s piping hot all the way through before serving! For reference, I air fried these mini pastries for around 8-10 minutes on 200C. —— I’m Jenna an EHO & food safety expert & mum of 2… Follow along with my October Meal Prep series where everyday I’m sharing recipes, tips & advice to make mealtimes easier! Check out my grid to see what you’ve missed so far ❤️ #foodsafety #mealprep #mealprepideas #mealprepping #freeze #freezermeal #makeahead #makeaheadmeals #makeaheadbreakfast #sundayreset #sundaymealprep #weeklyfoodprep #foodprep #foodhygiene #batchcooking #halloween #halloweenfood #halloweensnacks #kidsfood #halloweenrecipes

FREEZABLE HALLOWEEN SNACK! 🎃 👻 Mummified Bananas 🍌 Follow along for some easy recipes that you can make in advance, perfect for a Halloween party or just for a bit of themed fun at home with kids! ——— The video is pretty self explanatory, but if you need a little help coating the bananas in chocolate - add a drop of oil ❤️ —— I’m Jenna an EHO & food safety expert & mum of 2… Follow along with my October Meal Prep series where everyday I’m sharing recipes, tips & advice to make mealtimes easier! Check out my grid to see what you’ve missed so far ❤️ #foodsafety #mealprep #mealprepideas #mealprepping #freeze #freezermeal #makeahead #makeaheadmeals #makeaheadbreakfast #sundayreset #sundaymealprep #weeklyfoodprep #foodprep #foodhygiene #batchcooking #halloween #halloweenfood #halloweensnacks #kidsfood #halloweenrecipes

MEAL PREP for Halloween! 🎃 👻 🐛 Halloween Dirt Bowls 🐛 Follow along for some easy recipes that you can make in advance, perfect for a Halloween party or just for a bit of themed fun at home with kids! ——— Recipe: 1 avocado 1 banana 1 tbsp hot chocolate powder 2 tbsp yoghurt (ideally sweetened yoghurt - i use coconut) Drizzle honey (optional) 4 Oreo’s Worm jellies Blend all the ingredients in a blender. Freeze until ready to use. Defrost the night before or an hour before in cold water. Scrape the filling out of the oreos and crush Sprinkle the crushed oreos onto the avocado mousse to make “soil” effect and add the worms! —— I’m Jenna an EHO & food safety expert & mum of 2… Follow along with my October Meal Prep series where everyday I’m sharing recipes, tips & advice to make mealtimes easier! Check out my grid to see what you’ve missed so far ❤️ #foodsafety #mealprep #mealprepideas #mealprepping #freeze #freezermeal #makeahead #makeaheadmeals #makeaheadbreakfast #sundayreset #sundaymealprep #weeklyfoodprep #foodprep #foodhygiene #batchcooking #halloween #halloweenfood #halloweensnacks #kidsfood #halloweenrecipes

MEAL PREP for Halloween! 🎃 👻 Follow along for some easy recipes that you can make in advance, perfect for a Halloween party or just for a bit of themed fun at home with kids! ✨ ———— Freezable Pizza Dough Recipe: (makes 8 mini pizzas or 4 individual adult pizzas) 350g strong white flour 1 sachet of yeast ½ tsp sugar 200ml water 2-3 tbsp oil Pinch salt Add all the ingredients to a bowl. Mix & form into a dough. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-10 minutes until smooth. Sprinkle the bowl with flour and place the dough back inside. Cover & leave at room temperature for 15-30 minutes. Portion & wrap in greaseproof paper & clingfilm/ freezer bag. Freeze. When ready to use, defrost overnight in the fridge, or at room temperature for up to 2 hours. Roll onto a floured surface & use as normal. Enjoy! -——— I’m Jenna an EHO & food safety expert & mum of 2! Follow along with my October Meal Prep series where everyday I’m sharing recipes, tips & advice to make mealtimes easier! Check out my grid to see what you’ve missed so far #foodsafety #mealprep #mealprepideas #mealprepping #freeze #freezermeal #makeahead #makeaheadmeals #makeaheadbreakfast #sundayreset #sundaymealprep #weeklyfoodprep #foodprep #foodhygiene #batchcooking #halloween #halloweenfood #halloweensnacks #kidsfood #halloweenrecipes

A QUICK WIN FOR EASIER MEALTIMES ✨ how to freeze garlic! ⬇️ ✅Day 12 of my new meal prep series -Make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum for the rest ❤️ And if you’re only just catching up, head over to my grid to see what you’ve missed so far! #foodsafety #mealprep #mealprepideas #mealprepping #freeze #freezermeals #makeahead #batchcooking #makeaheadmeals #freezerstash #makeaheadbreakfast #sundayreset #sundaybatching #sundaymealprep #easymeals #quickmeals #foodprep #weeklyfoodprep #foodwaste #prepahead #easycookingathome #quickcooking #cookingtips #toddlerfoodideas #toddlerfood #howtofreeze #moneysavingtips #cookingforkids #easymealtimes #easyrecipes

🥞MAKE-AHEAD PANCAKES 🥞 ✨ Everyday in October I’m sharing simple foods that you can prep either for the week or month ahead so make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum ✨ I’ve been using this recipe for over 2 years and trust me - it’s one to save for later!!! ❤️ 📌 They freeze SO well so are perfect for making a batch & popping in the freezer for an easy breakfast! Reheating instructions in yesterday’s video 🫶🏼 50g butter
220 g Self-raising flour
1.5tsp baking powder
1.5tbsp sugar 3 eggs
180ml milk (can use up to 200ml depending on consistency
1tsp vanilla extract Instructions: 1. Melt the butter and set aside until you need it 2. Mix the flour, baking powder & sugar together using a wooden spoon and make a well in the centre. 3. Add the melted butter, eggs & vanilla extract and slowly add the milk & whisk until smooth using a balloon whisk. Adding the milk slowly will help make sure your batter isn’t lumpy 4. Over a medium heat, cook rounds of batter for 2-3 minutes on each side. You can also freeze cooked pancakes with a sheet of baking paper between (check out my previous reel for reheating instructions.) And if you’re never sure how long you can keep foods, what you can freeze & what you can’t or how best to reheat foods you’ve meal prepped (and whether you can cook from frozen or not!!) then hi! 🤗 I’m a food safety expert and mum of 2 and I’m all about helping you make mealtimes with kids easier, quicker & generally more stress-free whilst showing you how you can save ££ by saving food 💚💚 Follow along for answers to all your kitchen debates 😁 Jenna xx #weaningfood #babysnacks #toddlersnacks #babyfoodideas #babypancakes #freezinghack #frozenpancake #pancakerecipe #makeahead #makeaheadfood #americanpancakes #mealprep #mealprepideas #freezermeals #batchcooking #makeaheadmeals #freezerstash #makeaheadbreakfast #sundayreset #sundaybatching #sundaymealprep #easymeals #quickmeals #easycookingathome #cookingtips #toddlerfoodideas #toddlerfood #weaning #easyrecipe

QUICK meal prep win for an easy breakfast! ⬇️ Everyday in October I’m sharing simple foods that you can prep either for the week or month ahead so make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum…. And the recipe for the fluffiest American pancakes will be posted tomorrow!! 🥞 To reheat, you can either pop them in the toaster or microwave on full heat from frozen for 60-90 seconds. If you’re reheating more than 1 they may need a little longer. A while ago I tried freezing the pancake batter into cubes and honestly……. It worked but it wasn’t worth the effort so this will forever be my go-to for EASY pancakes!!! Hope you’re finding this series useful so far?! Don’t forget to check out what you’ve missed on my grid ❤️✨ And if you’re never sure how long you can keep foods, what you can freeze & what you can’t or how best to reheat foods you’ve meal prepped (and whether you can cook from frozen or not!!) then hi! 🤗 I’m a food safety expert and mum of 2 and I’m all about helping you make mealtimes with kids easier, quicker & generally more stress-free whilst showing you how you can save ££ by saving food 💚💚 Follow along for answers to all your kitchen debates 😁 Jenna xx #foodsafety #mealprep #mealprepideas #mealprepping #freeze #freezermeals #makeahead #batchcooking #makeaheadmeals #freezerstash #makeaheadbreakfast #sundayreset #sundaybatching #sundaymealprep #easymeals #quickmeals #foodprep #easycookingathome #quickcooking #cookingtips #toddlerfoodideas #toddlerfood #weaning #howtofreeze #moneysavingtips #cookingforkids #easyrecipe #easyrecipes #pancakerecipe

STIR FRY DUMP BAGS ✨ you’ve heard of slow cooker dump bags… but what about making a stir fry dump bag?! The best part… you can use straight from frozen! Day 9 of my meal prep series where I’m sharing a mixture of meal prep recipes, tips, advice & quick wins to help you get organised for the week or month ahead so make sure you’re following me on @foodsafetymum for all the meal prep info you need….. from a qualified food safety expert! For now, here’s the recipe for my favourite stir fry & how we make it even quicker Recipe: 1 x Halloumi block 1 x red onion 1x garlic clove 2x peppers (or veg you have in the fridge!) Egg noodles (fresh or dried noodles) 1 x lime 1/3 cup sweet chilli dip 1/3 cup honey 1/3 cup soy sauce 1. Prep & slice all the veg and slice the halloumi. You can freeze the veg at this point on a lined baking tray to use on a busy weeknight. You can freeze the halloumi but it usually has a very long shelf life so… just keep it in the fridge! 🤷🏼‍♀️ 2. Make the sauce by mixing the lime, sweet chilli dip, honey & soy sauce 2. Fry the veg (from frozen or fresh) in 1 tbsp oil until soft & set aside once cooked 3. Fry the slices of halloumi with a splash of the sauce 4. Once cooked, add the veg back into the pan and the noodles (cooked if using dried) and the rest of the sauce 5. Cook gently for a few minutes until the sauce thickens and the noodles are cooked through. I haven’t ever had any leftovers 😅 but they would keep safely in the fridge for 2 days. P.S…. You don’t need to use peppers! Use whatever you’ve got going off in the fridge… we’ve previously made this with sliced carrot, sugarsnap peas & even broccoli tenderstems #budgetrecipes #easymeals #quickmeals #quickmeal #mealprepping #mealprepideas #halloumi #halloumirecipes #sweetchillihalloumi #halloumistirfry #stirfryrecipe #stirfry #foodsafety #mealprep #mealprepideas #mealprepping #freeze #freezermeal #makeahead #makeaheadmeals #makeaheadbreakfast #sundayreset #sundaymealprep #weeklyfoodprep #foodprep #foodhygiene #batchcooking #easyrecipes #easyrecipe

‼️SAVE THIS for a super quicky & easy dinner for your kids 💚 Perfect for batch cooking and make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum for new daily videos of foods that you can prep either for the week or month ahead ✨ ———————- Recipe: 30g butter (or spread) 350g Macaroni pasta(any shape will work though!) 2 garlic cloves 1 tsp dijon mustard 3 tbsp plain flour 500ml milk, any 250g cheddar (or DF alternative) Large handful frozen peas 1. Cook the pasta in boiling water for 10-13 minutes 2. Melt the butter in a saucepan and cook the garlic for 1-2 minutes. Add the mustard and flour stir. 3. Slowly whisk in the milk until you have a lump free sauce and simmer for 5-10 minutes until sauce has thickened. 4. Add the cheese at the end of cooking, and allow to melt. Combine the drained pasta & sauce in the pan. 5. Cool down quickly placing the pan/ dish into cold iced water. Once cool, and within 1 hour, portion into freezer bags and freeze flat. 6. Defrost & bake with extra grated cheese on top. Enjoy! #foodsafety #mealprep #mealprepideas #mealprepping #freeze #freezermeals #makeahead #batchcooking #makeaheadmeals #freezerstash #makeaheadbreakfast #sundayreset #sundaybatching #sundaymealprep #easymeals #quickmeals #foodprep #weeklyfoodprep #quickcooking #cookingtips #toddlerfoodideas #toddlerfood #moneysavingtips #cookingforkids #easymealtimes #easyrecipes #easyrecipe #macaronicheese

A QUICK WIN FOR EASIER MEALTIMES ✨ Storage hack to make your chopped lettuce last longer! ✅Day 7 of my new meal prep series -Make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum for the rest ❤️ And if you’re only just catching up, head over to my grid to see what you’ve missed so far! #foodsafety #mealprep #mealprepideas #mealprepping #freeze #freezermeals #makeahead #batchcooking #makeaheadmeals #freezerstash #makeaheadbreakfast #sundayreset #sundaybatching #sundaymealprep #easymeals #quickmeals #foodprep #weeklyfoodprep #foodwaste #prepahead #easycookingathome #quickcooking #cookingtips #toddlerfoodideas #toddlerfood #howtofreeze #moneysavingtips #cookingforkids #easymealtimes #easyrecipes

Lunch for 47p?! ✨ 🥕 Carrot & Sweet potato soup is PERFECT for batch cooking and freezing until you need a quick & easy lunch so save this recipe for later!! And make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum for the rest of my meal prep series… giving you meal prep inspiration, recipes & tips for easy mealtimes for the next week or month ahead! ——- Recipe: 300g chopped carrots (approx) 500g chopped sweet potato (approx) 2 garlic cloves 2 chopped onions 1 litre veg stock (low salt or use no more than 3 cubes) 150ml creme fraiche (half fat works fine too) Salt & pepper for seasoning Oil for drizzling/ cooking 1tsp butter 1. Put the carrots, sweet potato and garlic into a roasting tin and drizzle with oil. Toss and roast in the oven (200C/ 180 fan/ gas 6) for around 30 minutes. 2. Meanwhile, fry the onions until soft & golden in a tsp butter (can use oil) 3. Add the roasted veg to the pan of cooked onions and add the stock. Add the creme fraiche and blend. Season to taste. 4. If using freezer bags, cool the soup down a little first by placing the pan into the sink full of cold iced water and stir regularly. 5. Once cool, portion & freeze! 6. Defrost and reheat in the microwave or on the hob, stirring regularly until piping hot all the way through. To reheat from frozen, add to a pan and cook on a low heat to defrost the soup. Once defrosted, turn up the heat for a few minutes until piping hot all the way through. I priced up this soup using the @tescofood grocery app as this is where we shop weekly. I did actually get 10 portions out of my doubled recipe so technically the cost was lower, but if my husband portioned it up…it would only give 8 portions 😅 Enjoy! #mealprep #easymeals #quickcooking #quickcookingtips #cookingtips #easycooking #easycookingathome #toddlerfood #toddlerfoodideas #cookingforkids #cookingfortoddlers #foodsafety #howtofreeze #frozengarlic #foodwastewarriors #moneysavingtips #foodshopping #easylunch #budgetlunch #cheaplunch #souprecipe #souprecipes #carrotsoup #carrotandsweetpotato

A QUICK WIN FOR EASIER MEALTIMES ✨ and do you freeze cheese? ✨ Day 5 of my new meal prep series and as it’s the weekend, I thought I’d share a super easy quick win that takes minutes, but can help make cooking easier! Make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum for the rest of the series ❤️ And if you’re only just catching up, head over to my grid to see what you’ve missed so far! #foodsafety #mealprep #mealprepideas #mealprepping #freeze #freezermeals #makeahead #batchcooking #makeaheadmeals #freezerstash #makeaheadbreakfast #sundayreset #sundaybatching #sundaymealprep #easymeals #quickmeals #foodprep #weeklyfoodprep #foodwaste #prepahead #easycookingathome #quickcooking #cookingtips #toddlerfoodideas #toddlerfood #howtofreeze #moneysavingtips #cookingforkids #easymealtimes

These rolls are so easy to make, and freeze so well which makes them perfect prep-ahead crowd pleasers, or just a great option to have in the freezer! Make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum for new daily videos of foods that you can prep either for the week or month ahead ✨ You don’t really need a recipe for these, but here are a few tips: - When freezing, make sure you only apply a thin layer of mayonnaise - You can use cheese slices (I love gouda or edam slices for these!) but any cheese will work - Wrap the rolls in foil as tighly as possible to prevent freezer burn and use within 1-3 months (for quality purposes!) - Topping with poppy seeds is totally optional! You can defrost these overnight in the fridge, or just grab out of the freezer 30-60 minutes before lunch! Bake in the oven at 180C for 10-12 minutes or air fry at 180 for 6-8 minutes, until the cheese has melted! #foodsafety #mealprep #mealprepideas #freeze #freezermeals #makeahead #batchcooking #makeaheadmeals #sundayreset #sundaybatching #sundaymealprep #easymeals #quickmeals #foodprep #weeklyfoodprep #foodwaste #easycookingathome #quickcooking #cookingtips #howtofreeze #moneysavingtips #cookingforkids #easymealtimes #sliders #freezablelunch #prepaheadlunch #easylunch #makeaheadlunch #partyfood

‼️SAVE THIS for a quick dinner side for the whole family 💚 and make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum for new daily videos of foods that you can prep either for the week or month ahead ✨ The instructions are listed in the reel, but there is also a step by step video available on my YouTube video… along with full cooking instructions. If you want the link to the full video, comment “yes” below ❤️ This recipe never fails me! Reheat straight from frozen (ideally) in the air fryer for around 16- 18 minutes or in the oven for a little longer, (22-25mins) on a lined baking tray. P.S. The oil is optional! I find using oil gives the best results when cooking, but you could alternatively use a low calorie spray instead. #foodsafety #mealprep #mealprepideas #mealprepping #freeze #freezermeal #makeahead #makeaheadmeals #makeaheadbreakfast #sundayreset #sundaymealprep #weeklyfoodprep #foodprep #foodhygiene #batchcooking #foodwaste #potatoes #homemade #homemadechips #frenchfries #chips #chipsrecipe #freezepotato

Follow @foodsafetymum new ✨MEAL PREP ✨series… From batch cooking to quick wins that will literally take you MINUTES to prep that will help make cooking for your family easier! Day 2 had to feature one thing I ALWAYS have in my freezer…. Homemade chicken nuggets! These are suitable to be cooked straight from frozen. Just spritz with oil (optional) & air fry at 200 for 18-20 mins/ oven cook at 200 for 20-25 mins - until cooked all the way through, but here’s a couple of things to remember 🤍 - Defrosting helps make sure meat cooks evenly; which is particularly important with larger portions of meat. As nuggets are small portions, you can still defrost first if you like, or cook straight from frozen; just make sure they’re thoroughly cooked all the way through before serving - To make sure they’re cooked, it’s always best to use a probe, checking the thickest nugget is over 75C. Alternatively, cut open the thickest nugget and make sure it’s piping hot & no pink meat remains. - if freezing these raw, make sure you use chicken that has not already been defrosted Enjoy! Don’t forget to follow along for the rest of the series as I’ll be dropping new videos & meal prep ideas every day in October! ❤️ #foodsafety #mealprep #mealprepideas #mealprepping #freeze #freezermeal #makeahead #makeaheadmeals #makeaheadbreakfast #sundayreset #sundaymealprep #weeklyfoodprep #foodprep #foodhygiene #batchcooking #foodwaste #prep #prepahead

‼️SAVE THIS for possibly the easiest & quickest dinner for your kids 💚 and make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum for new daily videos of foods that you can prep either for the week or month ahead ✨ ———————- Recipe: 1 red onion 1 aubergine 1 courgette 2 peppers 2 cloves garlic Sprinkle of Italian mixed herbs 2 tbsp tomato purée 1 can chopped tomatoes 400ml low salt veg stock 1. Put everything in a pan 2. Bring to the boil & simmer covered for 20 minutes. Optional: add 1tbsp pesto and a handful of cheese once cooked 3. Blend & freeze! 4. Reheat straight from frozen in the microwave on full power, stirring every 30-40 seconds to remove hot spots, until piping hot all the way through 🔥 This batch easily makes enough for us to use throughout the month, if not longer! If keeping in the fridge, use within 2-3 days. If freezing, there’s no time limit to use but for quality would be best used within 3 months (before the frozen cubes get frosty!) #foodsafety #mealprep #mealprepideas #mealprepping #freeze #freezermeal #makeahead #makeaheadmeals #makeaheadbreakfast #sundayreset #sundaymealprep #weeklyfoodprep #foodprep #foodhygiene #batchcooking #foodwaste

✨‼️New MEAL PREP series ✨Follow @foodsafetymum for all the inspiration, tips & advice you need when it comes to meal prep… from ideas for Sunday resets to quick wins that will literally take you MINUTES to prep that will help make cooking for your family easier! With advice you can trust on what foods you can freeze along with storage and reheating instructions too. 🎃👻There will also be some easy make ahead halloween themed foods in there too, just for a bit of fun! 🎅🏻 My next series will be all about CHRISTMAS food - with everything from make-ahead recipes to advice on hosting & cooking a turkey (and everything in between) so make sure your following because there’s lots still to come 😁 Hope you like this new series x #foodsafety #mealprep #mealprepideas #mealprepping #freeze #freezermeal #makeahead #makeaheadmeals #makeaheadbreakfast #sundayreset #sundaymealprep #weeklyfoodprep #foodprep #foodhygiene #batchcooking #foodwaste #prep #prepahead

Sunday meal prep ✨ homemade granola ✨Follow @foodsafetymum for more meal prep inspiration… with food safety tips & advice for easier mealtimes! For now though… this recipe is one to save 📍 ————- Recipe: 420g oats 150g mixed nuts 75g mixed seed mix 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1tsp vanilla extract 120ml oil (any - vegetable oil or coconut oil) 120ml honey & maple syrup mix (both or just one) Raisins (optional - any dried fruit will work!) Chocolate chips (optional) 1. Preheat the oven to 180C 2. Mix the oats, nuts, seeds, cinnamon, honey/ maple syrup, oil and vanilla extract in a bowl 3. Line 2 baking trays with baking paper and bake the granola for 18-20 mins, stirring halfway through 4. Once golden, leave to fully cool for around 30 minutes 5. Once cool, break into clusters and add a good handful of raisins and chocolate chips (to taste/ preference!) 6. Store in an airtight container. Will keep for up to 2 weeks. Let me know if you make it, this is a regular staple in our house! 🤍 #granola #foodsafety #mealprep #sundayreset #granolarecipe #recipe #sundayprep #easydinner #breakfastrecipe #homemadegranola #mumcooks #easybreakfast #sundaymeal

Hot foods in a packed lunch - Here’s my 1 piece of advice ⬇️ From a food safety expert 🇬🇧 Follow @foodsafetymum for more food safety tips & advice to help make mealtimes easier… I’m always asked my opinion on this and last time I posted about chicken nuggets in a thermos it upset ALOT of people 🫣 BUT, once food enters the danger zone below 63C, it should be eaten (or refrigerated) within the next 2 hours. That’s in line with UK food safety guidance. When I tested how long it took for my chicken nuggets to enter the danger zone, it was somewhere between 60-90 minutes, BUT… when it came to a tomato pasta dish - after 3 hours the food still hadn’t dropped below 63C. So the moral of the story? When it comes to hot foods in packed lunches… The saucier the better! P.S…. The ‘2 hour rule’ doesn’t apply to cold foods! These can be kept for much longer (4 hours) in a lunchbox safely. 🤓❄️ If you have any questions ask below 👇🏻 will be answering any questions over on YouTube @foodsafetymum 💕 #foodsafety #packedlunch #lunchboxideas #yumbox #yumboxlunches #bentobox #yumboxinspo #lunchtips #picnicideas #picnic #yumboxlunch #bentolunch #backtoschool #backtoschoollunch #hotboxthermos #thermoslunchbox #hotbox #thermos #hotlunch

Freezing everything from yoghurt, bananas, tomatoes & avocados to wine and cheese 😅 Comment ‘holiday’ below 👇🏻 and I’ll send you the link which shows you everything I froze (and how) and the best part is…. it took LESS than 30 minutes because there was no cooking involved! #freezing #freezingfood #foodwaste #howtofreeze #foodsafety #moneysaving #moneysavingtips #groceryshopping

HOW TO AVOID FOOD POISONING ON HOLIDAY ⬇️⬇️ ⭐️Comment ‘holiday’ for the link to the full video, INCLUDING tips when eating at an all inclusive buffet! And follow @foodsafetymum for more tips eating at home, or on the go ⭐️ The reality of suffering with food poisoning is pretty horrendous (it’s bad at the best of times!) so here’s 5 simple ways you can help avoid getting food poisoning on holiday; which is especially important if you’re travelling with babies or young children. 💦Drinking water in different parts of the world is not always safe to drink! And if the tap water isn’t safe to drink, you will also need to avoid any foods that will have been washed in tap water; like salad and avoid ice in drinks made with tap water 🥩 Avoid undercooked meat & raw fish & shellfish - Be aware that some dishes like oysters, steak tartare & carpaccio carry a higher risk of food borne illness. The same also goes for rare burgers – rare burgers are not the same as rare steaks! 🍳 Avoid Runny Eggs! - Here in the UK we are quite fortunate with 2 of our schemes; British Lion code and Laid in Britain, which mean that the eggs have been laid by hens vaccinated against salmonella… therefore meaning that the risk of Salmonella from these eggs is so low that they are safe to be eaten undercooked by babies as young as 6 months or people within vulnerable groups such as pregnant ladies. However, other countries do not have these schemes in place so if you fall into a vulnerable group or offering eggs to your baby, avoid runny eggs and instead make sure they are cooked. 🌮Be careful eating food from Street Vendors! - Street vendors may not always follow the same food hygiene or preparation standards as restaurants,so just be cautious and selective with eating food off a street market; And remember… it’s not always the last food that made you ill! #foodsafety #holiday #foodpoisoning #holidaytips #travelsickness #sickness

…And now I’m worried I’ve set their expectation for every hotel to come 🫣 🏝️ Full review of the GF Victoria Tenerife including room tour, the facilities & FOOD over on my YouTube 💖 @foodsafetymum Comment ‘hotel’ below and I’ll send you the link to the video directly, or see my stories! If you check it out, please don’t forget to hit subscribe 🫶🏼 ***This was NOT part of a paid collab/ gifted in any way so opinions are completely my own *** #tenerife #tenerifehotel #gfvictoria #gfhotel #costaadeje #familyhotel #food

An EASY salad recipe that’s delicious and super quick to make! Perfect for the hot weather forecast over the next few days ☀️ Make sure you save this recipe ✨ Recipe: Washed rocket (1 bag, 60g) Tomatoes, sliced in half 1/2 tbsp rice wine vinegar 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil Juice from half a lemon Grated Parmesan Wash & dry the rocket (if not pre-washed & ready to eat) and slice the tomatoes in half - you can make this quicker by sandwiching the tomatoes between two plates and slicing across! Add the rest of the ingredients with a good amount of Parmesan on top. Sometimes we also add black olives if we fancy! We use this recipe most weeks and it’s so quick & easy that it’s our go to salad! Let me know if you give it a try 💖 Jenna x #salad #saladrecipe #hotweather #summerrecipes #quicksalad #rocket #rocketsalad #tomato #easyrecipe #quickrecipe #familyrecipe

Quick, easy, delicious... & toddler approved! SAVE this recipe for the weekend ☀️ ‼️ Recipe: 300g frozen banana (sliced - makes it easier to blend!) 1- 2 tbsp Hot chocolate powder 1- 2 tbsp Peanut butter 40-60ml of milk (any) Add all the ingredients to a blender, and blend! Literally as easy as that. Approximately 1 MILLION bananas are thrown away EVERY DAY in the UK... Since making this (and my banana milkshake!) I regret any banana I’ve tossed instead of slicing & adding to my freezer stash. #toddlerrecipes #hotweather #toddlersnack #banana #frozenbanana #overripebanana #summerrecipes #easyrecipe #nochurnicecream #toddlerfood

3 things to do before you go away ⬆️ 🏝️ 🧳 The last thing you want after a holiday is to come home to a mouldy fridge full of food 🤢 plus, that’s literally throwing money in the bin! 😫 so here’s 3 reminders before you go! ✨ And on your return home, if you need to defrost something quickly, you can either ⬇️ - defrost in cold water (typically takes around 2 hours) - defrost in the microwave (just be prepared to cook it straight away) - or just cook from frozen! If you have something like a Bolognese, you can also cook from frozen by putting it in the pan on a low heat & once defrosted, cook until piping hot! A home cooked meal in less time than a takeaway 🥰 As a tip… don’t forget freezing flat will mean your food defrosts quicker too! #foodsafety #mumcooking #dadcooks #defrosting #defrostinghack #organisedmum #foodpoisoning #mealplanning #holidaytips #holidayhacks #organisedholiday #packingtips #mealprep #mealpreptips

SAVE THIS if you’re going on holiday this summer with a baby or toddler ❤️☀️ And if you don’t fancy getting food poisoning abroad, then make sure you check out my YouTube channel @foodsafetymum for loads of tips on how to avoid food poisoning abroad - which is especially important for babies & young children! ✨Follow along for more ‘holiday’ tips coming over the next week ✨ #foodsafety #weaningabroad #babiesabroad #weaningfoodsafety #weaningonholiday #holidayfood #weaning #weaningfood #weaningtips #babysfirstholiday #waterabroad

🤢 Food poisoning is bad enough… but when you’re on holiday missing out on all the fun?!!! No thanks 💁🏼‍♀️🏖️ Comment “holiday” for the link to 5 simple ways you can help avoid getting sick on holiday! Especially important when it comes to travelling with babies & young children, because their immune systems aren’t as strong as ours 👶🏼 We’re also going away ourselves in a few weeks so if there’s anything you’d like me to share before we go, or whilst we’re there, let me know ❤️ 🏖️ Hope you find it useful x

I’ve spent years writing blogs and creating content providing advice on handling food safely for babies… now all of my tips, advice & recipes are in one place! 👶🏼🥣 Answering all your real life questions around cooking, freezing, defrosting & reheating food food your baby! As well as recipes, a freezer tracker and a quick reference shelf life guide! ➡️ Comment ‘help’ if you want the link 💖 My new ebook is packed full of tips and advice to help you when you start weaning and preparing food for your baby, all from a fully qualified food safety expert… because babies & young children don’t have the same immune systems as us adults so we DO have to be a little more careful with the food we’re serving them! And if you’re simply looking for inspiration on building a freezer stash for your baby or toddler, then stick around ❤️ #foodsafety #environmentalhealthofficer #blw #weaning #weaningideas #babyfood #babyfoodrecipes #babyledweaning #babypuree #homemadebabyfood #reheatingbabyfood #cookingadvice #cookingtips

🌟 Weaning your baby - reheating baby purées from FROZEN 👶🏼🥣 If you want all your real life questions around cooking, freezing, defrosting & reheating food food your baby answered then comment ‘help’ and I’ll send you the link to my new guide which is packed full of advice & tips, how to guides as well as recipes, a freezer tracker and a quick reference shelf life guide! ❤️ DM me if you have any questions xx #foodsafety #environmentalhealthofficer #blw #weaning #weaningideas #babyfood #babyfoodrecipes #babyledweaning #babypuree #homemadebabyfood #reheatingbabyfood #cookingadvice #cookingtips

I promise she wasn’t paid to say that 😅 Did you know that children under 4 shouldn’t have slush puppies?! (The ones containing glycerol that is!) but you can make this toddler approved slushie instead! Recipe 🍉🍓: 1 cup watermelon 1/2 cup frozen strawberries 1 lime Drizzle honey (omit completely for babies under 12 months) Splash of Water & handful of ice Blend all ingredients together! As easy as that. Since making these, I’m obsessed and I’ve actually made 2 this afternoon already….. let me know if you give it a go! ✨❤️ #foodsafety #slushpuppie #slush #slushdrink #slushice #childsafety #hotweather #hotweatherdrinks #summerdrinks #summerdrink #childrendrinks #toddlerfood #hotweatherfood

🚨 E. COLI RECALL 🚨 A huge recall is underway because of the possible contamination with E.coli. Make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum for more updates ✨ ❌If you have any of these items within the affected batches in your fridge, then DO NOT EAT THEM! Instead, return to store for a full refund. A full list of the recalled items: ‼️All products recalled with a use by date of 15th & 16th June (& a few 17th June) - see official statements for exact dates relating to each product - linked in stories ✨‼️ Chicken Fajita Triple Wrap by Amazon BLT Sandwich Asda Smoky Beans and Cheddar Cheese Wrap Asda Chicken Salad (Sandwich) Asda Chicken & Bacon Club (Sandwich) Asda Brie, Bacon and Chilli Chutney (Sandwich) Asda BLT (Sandwich) Asda Vegan No Chick’n Caesar Wrap Asda Tuna Crunch Sub Roll Asda Southern Fried Chicken Wrap Asda Southern Fried Chicken Triple Wrap Boots BBQ Chicken wrap Boots BLT (Sandwich) Boots Cheddar Cheese Ploughman’s (Sandwich) Boots Chicken & Bacon Caesar Wrap (recalled with a use by up to 17th June) Boots Chicken Salad (Sandwich) by Amazon Chicken Salad Sandwich Boots Chicken Triple (Sandwich) Boots Delicious Ham & Cheese Ploughman’s (Sandwich) Boots Halloumi & Greek Style Salad wrap Boots Ham & Egg Club (Sandwich) Boots Mixed Triple (Sandwich) Boots Southern Fried Chicken Wrap Boots Spicy Bean & Cheese Wrap Boots Vegan No Chicken Salad (Sandwich) Boots Vegan No Duck & Hoisin Wrap Boots Veggie Triple (Sandwich) by Amazon Ploughman’s Sandwich Co-op Vegan Gro Onion Bhaji (Sandwich) Co-op Mexican Style Bean & Cheese Wrap Co-op Ham, Cheese & Pickle (Sandwich) Morrisons Chicken Salad (Sandwich) Morrisons Chicken Salad PFS (Sandwich) Morrisons Gluten Free Chicken Salad (Sandwich) Morrisons Gluten Free Sandwich Platter by Amazon Chicken & Bacon Layered Salad Sainsbury’s Peri Peri Chicken Wrap Sainsbury’s BBQ Pulled Pork & Red Leicester (Sandwich) Co-op Ham & Cheese Wrap Co-op Chicken & Bacon Caesar Wrap Co-op Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato (Sandwich) List continued in comments ⬇️⬇️

🌟 Weaning your baby - homemade baby food… made easy! 👶🏼🥣 Answering all your real life questions around cooking, freezing, defrosting & reheating food food your baby! As well as recipes, a freezer tracker and a quick reference shelf life guide! ➡️ Comment ‘help’ if you want the link 💖 My new ebook is packed full of tips and advice to help you when you start weaning and preparing food for your baby, all from a fully qualified food safety expert… because babies & young children don’t have the same immune systems as us adults so we DO have to be a little more careful with the food we’re serving them! And if you’re past the weaning stage but have a toddler….. I have something coming SOON for you too 👀 💖 DM me if you have any questions xx #foodsafety #environmentalhealthofficer #blw #weaning #weaningideas #babyfood #babyfoodrecipes #babyledweaning #babypuree #homemadebabyfood #reheatingbabyfood #cookingadvice #cookingtips

Birthday party food 🎈🎂 Allergy edition! When it comes to hosting any kind of party, I have 3 tips when it comes to the food… 1. make as much of the food ahead as you can! 2. Keep the food simple 3. Cater for any allergies!! (Which is often a lot easier than you think!) If you’re hosting a birthday party this year, I have an ebook currently on sale which will help you host your next kids birthday party… stress free! 👀🥳 Comment “party” and I’ll send you the link 💖 #foodsafety #partyfood #partyfoodideas #kidspartyideas #kidspartyfood #birthdaypartyfood #birthdaypartyplanner #feedingacrowd

How to maximise the space in your freezer 👇🏻 FREEZE FLAT! Honestly, once you try it- you won’t go back! And it also means it defrosts so much quicker, so it really is a win win 🙌 And if you want inspiration on what foods you can freeze for your babies, toddlers & kids, then make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum as I’m starting a new series sharing ALL my favourite freezer must haves…. with the added bonus of knowing which ones you can safely cook straight from frozen for even easier mealtimes 👌🏻 #foodsafety #babyledweaning #weaningrecipes #freezermeals #freezer #freezermeal #foodstorage #easymeals #easytoddlermeals #easybabyfood #quicktoddlermeals #quickfamilymeals #mealprep #mealprepideas

‼️Rare burgers are not the same as rare steaks! ‼️here’s why… 🥩 Whole cuts of meat (like steak) have bacteria on the outside of the meat, so once they have been seared - they are safe to eat… even when rare inside! 🍔 When it comes to burgers, the meat has been minced which means the bacteria has transferred from the outside, to the inside! If you’re wondering why some Restaurants serve rare burgers…. They MUST have controls in place! (Which is why it’s important to make sure you’re eating at a reputable business first!) ⭐️ So… if you’re cooking at home or you fall into a vulnerable group, including children under 5 or pregnant ladies, you should always make sure you opt for your burgers ‘well done’/ cooked all the way through even when you’re eating out to be on the safe side! If you found this useful, follow along for more tips this summer ☀️ ❤️ #foodsafety #rareburger #raresteak #burgervssteak #foodpoisoning #summerfood #bbqfood #burgerrecipe

✨ M Y T H B U S T I N G ✨ Is it safe to cook bacon in an air fryer?!! I’m all about giving food safety advice that keeps people safe BUT ALSO making sure the advice is practical so that it easily fits into your day to day life… helping to make cooking easier & less stressful …because I’m also a working mum of 2 too! And in all honesty, I’m not sure I’ve cooked bacon any other way since we got our air fryer 🤭 So follow @foodsafetymum for more practical, relatable advice in the kitchen that will (hopefully!) also make cooking easier If you’ve seen any of the articles I mentioned, would love to know what you thought??!! ❤️ #foodsafety #airfryer #airfryerrecipes #airfryerbacon #crispybacon #mythbusting #cookingtips #stressfreecooking

✨ A P R I L H I G H L I G H T S ✨ I can’t believe tomorrow is MAY! April marked the end of a (stressful!) 9 week stint of DIY renovating our kitchen but there has been some calm amongst the chaos so here’s my April highlights 🌸 🏡 We finally finished the kitchen. Probably the biggest (and most expensive!) DIY achievement in our house to date. Worth the 4 year wait, Even if the TikTok comments describe it as “sad millennial grey”……. 🤪 ⏱️ I restarted my “Sunday reset” this week with some good old meal prep & freezer prep and it felt good! If you love a bit of content giving you ideas to get organised in the kitchen, make sure you’re following 💕 🍝 After a little hiatus from cooking, we made this surf and turf pasta which was DELICIOUS! 😋 🍕 I built a freezer stash which kept us going through most of the 9 weeks, but that didn’t mean we didn’t opt for a takeaway when we could! Pizza movie night with my girls will always be a highlight for so many years to come 🌟 🗑️ Watching the skip being collected = a good half hour of entertainment for the kids 😜 🧼 and the reality of finally having that “after” shot, behind the scenes means that there is dust everywhere 😬 Chloe may only be 2 but she was roped into the cleaning too! Here’s hoping for a sunny May - the birthday month (for 3 out of 4) for us! 🥰💕 #familyfood #foodblogger #easymealtips #cookingtips #kitchenrenovation #aprilhighlights #sundayreset #mealprep #mealprepping #mealprepsunday #mealprepideas #surfandturf

Meat still frozen come dinner time?! Here’s what you need to do 💁🏼‍♀️👇🏻 - Defrost in the microwave! This is the quickest way to defrost pretty much anything, BUT, don’t defrost in the microwave until you’re ready to start cooking straight away as microwave defrosting starts the cooking process - Defrost in the pan! If it’s still frozen, start cooking on a lower heat to aid the defrosting process, then once defrosted , turn the heat up and cook as normal! Whichever method you choose, just make sure the meat is cooked all the way through before serving 🔥 If you found this useful, please share and follow @foodsafetymum for more advice & tips when it comes to feeding a family 💕 #foodsafety #freezerstash #lovefoodhatewaste #loveyourleftovers #foodsafety #foodhygiene #wastewarrior #leftovers #frozenfood #homecooking #cookingtips #freeze #freezermeals #batchcooking

Kitchen Organisation - herbs & spices edition! 💁🏼‍♀️ 🌿 Follow @foodsafetymum for all things kitchen orientated from Sunday resets, to batch cooking or just more kitchen content from a qualified food safety expert 🤓 I have looked at so many “inspo” videos on social media over the last year on organising herbs and spices but I wanted mine to be bespoke to the spices I actually use and as cheap as possible (but still pretty!) so IKEA was the place to go! I also couldn’t believe the price of pantry labels so I printed my own labels using a canva template - couldn’t be easier! Thinking of organising the fridge next…….. #foodsafety #freezerstash #loveyourleftovers #foodsafety #foodhygiene #wastewarrior #leftovers #frozenfood #homecooking #cookingtips #freeze #freezermeals #batchcooking #kitchentransformation #kitchenrenovation #spiceorganisation #herbsandspices #spicerack #kitchenorganisation #kitchenorganizationideas #kitcheninspiration

✨Kitchen transformation ✨ It’s been a long 9 weeks… but if you want to know how we managed to fill a small shelf in our freezer with enough meals for 2 months, or how we fed 2 little ones every night without a kitchen, then I’ll be sharing some insight as to what we did over the next week (though I’ll admit we did opt for a takeaway a small handful of times!) And despite doing the entire thing ourselves, a new kitchen is expensive 😰 so if you’re also in need of some budget friendly foodie tips, then make sure you follow along! #foodsafety #freezerstash #lovefoodhatewaste #loveyourleftovers #foodsafety #foodhygiene #wastewarrior #leftovers #frozenfood #homecooking #cookingtips #freeze #freezermeals #batchcooking #kitchentransformation #kitchenrenovation

Some truths about me 🤗 I love the community I have on social media, but I am 100% guilty of using it to share highlights, hence why I’ve been quiet on here recently as quite honestly, we’ve been struggling to keep our heads above water! Anyway, a light hearted take on this trend on some of my ‘truths’ as an EHO! And I can’t wait to get my kitchen back in a couple of weeks and get back into filming new content… but it’s already been 6 weeks and we’re not quite there yet 🤪 For now, looking forward to some time off with the girls this Easter! Thanks for sticking around 💕 #foodsafety #environmentalhealth #environmentalhealthofficer #eho #foodinspector #foodhygiene #foodsafetytips #cookingathome #mealpreptips

❄️ HOW LONG CAN FOOD STAY FROZEN? 🤔 📆 As a rule of thumb, you should aim to use foods in the freezer within 3-6 months... but beware that this is for quality reasons... ⭐️ not safety! 🤢 The longer the food is in the freezer, you may find the more the quality deteriorates (aka freezer burn!) but here’s 4 ways you can help prevent freezer burn: 🍱 Always use the correct container when storing food in the freezer (air-tight containers or freezer bags are ideal!) 💨 Wrap foods well and if using freezer bags, squeeze out all of the air 🖊Label food with a date so you can use a ‘First in First out’ rotation in your freezer; meaning food generally isn’t in the freezer any longer than it needs to be! ❄️ Cool food fully before placing inside the freezer - after cooking, cool food as quickly as possible and make sure you place your food in the fridge or freezer within 2 hours of cooking. So if you find something that’s been in the freezer a bit longer than you’d like, don’t be put off using it!! 🤓 #freezergoals #freezerstash #lovefoodhatewaste #loveyourleftovers #foodsafety #foodhygiene #environmentalhealth #wastewarrior #leftovers #frozenfood #kitchen #homecooking #cookingtips #freezing #frozen #food #foodie #weaning #babyfood #easymeals #freeze #freezermeals #batching #batchcooking #foodwaste #foodwastewarriors

Some nights, you just need a quick fix or an easy mealtime 😅 And that’s why you’ll pretty much always find my freezer stocked with some chopped frozen veg that will save me on those nights I need it…. The favourites in my stash are; 🧅 Onions 🫑 Peppers 🌶️ Chilli 🧄 Garlic 🥕 Carrot (grated) And I don’t do anything to these except chop and freeze! Although you will want to make sure you freeze them on lined baking tray first for 2-4 hours to stop everything clumping together, then just transfer to a freezer bag and there you go! Because chopping an extra onion and pepper when I’m ALREADY chopping away will only take a few extra minutes… but means another night I don’t even need to get a chopping board out! If there’s anything you’re never sure whether you can freeze or not, let me know in the comments below 👇🏻 And make sure you are following for tips & advice when cooking for little ones & how to make cooking easier from a food safety expert ✨❤️ #batchcooking #mealpreptips #fussytoddler #fussytoddlermeals #weaningideas #weaningbaby #foodsafety #easymeals #quickfamilymeals #familycooking #mumcooking #dadcooks #toddlermealideas #babymealideas #quickbreakfast #toddlerbreakfast #toddlerrecipe #quickmeals

After 4 years of planning… it’s finally happening!!! BUT, the downside is that whilst it happens, we will be without a kitchen for over a month so last week I put some serious effort into making sure my freezer stash for the girls was topped up! If you’re looking for inspiration, I’ll be sharing my freezer friendly favourites for babies/ toddlers/ kids as well as sharing advice you know you can trust when it comes to storing, freezing, defrosting & reheating all kinds of foods! And if you don’t already know me… I’m Jenna, an EHO and mum to 2 little girls 🤗 my account is based on helping you spend less time in the kitchen, feel confident in using up more of those leftovers and feeding your baby or toddler at home or on the go. I spend my day inspecting food businesses and spare time creating content to help other parents so hopefully you find my little corner of the internet useful in some way ❤️ Let me know if there’s anything specifically you’d like answered in my next few posts ❤️ Jenna x #batchcooking #mealpreptips #fussytoddler #fussytoddlermeals #weaningideas #weaningbaby #foodsafety #easymeals #quickfamilymeals #familycooking #mumcooking #dadcooks #toddlermealideas #babymealideas #kitchenrenovation #kitchendesign #newkitchen #kitchenmakeover #freezergoals

Freezable porridge topping ⬇️ Baby, Toddler & child friendly JAM!!! This is one food that I’ll pretty much always have in my freezer stash. Recipe: 225g frozen berries of choice 2 tbsp chia seeds 1 tsp vanilla extract 1tbsp honey (omit for under 1s) or maple syrup 1. In a pan, heat the berries gently for around 5 minutes, until soft 2. Mash the berries in the pan (or blend to make smooth) and add the rest of the ingredients. 3. Leave to cool for 30 minutes then refrigerate or freeze! Tag someone who has a little one with a love for jam 🍓❤️ ✨Follow along for tips & advice when cooking for little ones & how to make cooking easier from a food safety expert ✨❤️ #batchcooking #mealpreptips #fussytoddler #fussytoddlermeals #weaningideas #weaningbaby #foodsafety #easymeals #quickfamilymeals #familycooking #mumcooking #dadcooks #toddlermealideas #babymealideas #quickbreakfast #toddlerbreakfast #chiajam #chiaseedjam #toddlerrecipe

Here’s how it went when I tested 3 ways to reheat pancakes…. 🫠 ⬇️ I’m always seeing the ‘hack’ to freeze your batter into little cubes and thought I’d actually put it to the test…. For me, each to their own but nothing beats having a stash of pancakes ready to have on the table in 60 seconds 😅 And if you’ve never tried freezing pancakes before, I seriously recommend you do! Just let them fully cool & pop a piece of baking paper between each one to stop them sticking. See my previous grid post for a fluffy American pancake recipe that we’ve been using every Sunday for about 18 months! ❤️ Jenna x #foodsafety #freezingtip #homecooked #weaningfood #babysnacks #toddlersnacks #babyfoodideas #babypancakes #freezinghack #frozenpancake #pancakerecipe

🥞MAKE-AHEAD PANCAKES 🥞 I’ve been using this recipe for about 18 months now and so many of you have asked me for the recipe - this is it so save it for later!! ❤️ 50g butter
220 g Self-raising flour
1.5tsp baking powder
1.5tbsp sugar 3 eggs
180ml milk (can use up to 200ml depending on consistency
1tsp vanilla extract Instructions: 1. Melt the butter and set aside until you need it 2. Mix the flour, baking powder & sugar together using a wooden spoon and make a well in the centre. 3. Add the rest of the ingredients (melted butter, eggs, milk & vanilla extract) and whisk until smooth using a balloon whisk. Add the milk slowly to make sure your batter isn’t lumpy 4. Over a medium heat, cook rounds of batter for 2-3 minutes on each side. You can also freeze cooked pancakes with a sheet of baking paper between (check out my previous reel or blog) or you can freeze the batter! If you’re patient enough, you can cook the batter from frozen on a low heat whilst it defrosts (& then turn up the heat to cook) or just defrost in the fridge and use the batter as normal! ♨️Reheat cooked pancakes for 60-90 seconds in the microwave straight from frozen ❄️ if you reheat more than 1 or 2 you might need longer! And if you’re never sure how long you can keep foods, what you can freeze & what you can’t or how best to reheat foods you’ve meal prepped (and whether you can cook from frozen or not!!) then hi! 🤗 I’m a food safety expert and mum of 2 and I’m all about helping you make mealtimes with kids easier, quicker & generally more stress-free whilst showing you how you can save ££ by saving food 💚💚 Follow along for answers to all your kitchen debates 😁 Jenna xx #foodsafety #freezingtip #homecooked #weaningfood #babysnacks #toddlersnacks #babyfoodideas #babypancakes #freezinghack #frozenpancake #pancakerecipe #makeahead #makeaheadfood #americanpancakes #fluffypancakerecipe #fluffypancakes

🥞 no effort required on the day 😅 But seriously…. Who will have time to actually make pancakes before the school/ work/ nursery run?! 🤯 I definitely won’t but seeing as my girls LOVE pancakes, here’s how I’ll be getting organised this weekend ❤️ Just make sure you freeze any pancakes with some baking paper in between to stop them sticking together and so you can just reheat one at a time, saving the rest for when you’re in need of a quick breakfast or lunch option! ♨️Reheating instructions: 60-90 seconds in the microwave straight from frozen ❄️ if you reheat more than 1 or 2 you might need longer! And if you’re never sure how long you can keep foods, what you can freeze & what you can’t or how best to reheat foods you’ve meal prepped (and whether you can cook from frozen or not!!) then hi! 🤗 I’m a food safety expert and mum of 2 and I’m all about helping you make mealtimes with kids easier, quicker & generally more stress-free whilst showing you how you can save ££ by saving food 💚💚 Follow along for answers to all your kitchen debates 😁 Jenna xx #foodsafety #freezingtip #homecooked #weaningfood #babysnacks #toddlersnacks #babyfoodideas #babypancakes #freezinghack #frozenpancake #pancakerecipe

Yes, we get through a lot of cheese 😅🫠 Some weeks meal prep is an hour I’ve set aside to batch some bits for the freezer… other weeks it’s simply boiling an egg! But both help make mealtimes or lunch prep just that little bit easier on a busy week! And if you’re never sure how long you can keep foods, what you can freeze & what you can’t or how best to reheat foods you’ve meal prepped (and whether you can cook from frozen or not!!) then hi! 🤗 I’m a food safety expert and mum of 2 and I’m all about helping you make mealtimes with kids easier, quicker & generally more stress-free whilst showing you how you can save ££ by saving food 💚💚 Follow along for answers to all your kitchen debates 😁 Jenna xx #batchcooking #mealpreptips #fussytoddler #fussytoddlermeals #weaningideas #weaningbaby #foodsafety #easymeals #quickfamilymeals #familycooking #mumcooking #dadcooks #toddlermealideas #babymealideas #mumaccount

And keep them away from onions! 🧅 For years, advice has always been to store potatoes out of the fridge and instead in a cool dark place due to the risk of acrylamide formulation; however, this advice has changed due to the level of risk - which is good news for food waste given 4.4 million potatoes are wasted in the UK EVERY DAY 😱🤯🤯 🤗 I’m a mum of 2 & food safety expert here to help you make cooking for your little ones EASIER whilst sharing tips along the way to help you waste less food… saving you £££ because I don’t know about you but we need to cut our weekly shopping in half 🫠 #foodsafety #potato #potatostorage #potatorecipes #foodstorage #foodstoragetips #homecooking #foodwasteactionweek #foodwastetips

2 easy ways to SAVE YOUR SPINACH!!! 🥬 Also…Have you noticed a “DO NOT EAT RAW” warning on the back of frozen spinach? 👀 this is just one of the reasons I prefer to wash & freeze my own which I can use straight from frozen in cooking, smoothies, baking… anything! No more wilting spinach in the salad drawer 🥳 💚💚 —— I’m a mum of 2 girls, also working as an Environmental Health Officer inspecting local food businesses 🕵🏼‍♀️ I’m here to help you find little hacks that take the daily pressure out of the CONSTANT cooking when you have a family to cater for… whilst knowing how you can make sure you avoid the risk of food poisoning 😜! This year I’ll be sharing more recipes, meal prep & batch cooking tips as well as info for any new parents embarking on the weaning journey 👶🏼🍼 Let not also forget I’ll also let you know if there’s an important food recall you need to be aware of… like moths in your Xmas stuffing 🙃🫠 Let me know if there’s anything specifically you’d like answered in my next few posts ❤️ Jenna x #batchcooking #mealpreptips #fussytoddler #fussytoddlermeals #weaningideas #weaningbaby #foodsafety #easymeals #quickfamilymeals #familycooking #mumcooking #dadcooks #toddlermealideas #babymealideas

Busy parents unite 🤗✨3 reasons you should follow my account…. ⬇️ ✨ I share myth busters tips & advice to help you meal prep, waste less food, feel more confident in the kitchen 💕 —— I’m a mum of 2 girls, also working as an Environmental Health Officer inspecting local food businesses 🕵🏼‍♀️ I’m here to help you find little hacks that take the daily pressure out of the CONSTANT cooking when you have a family to cater for… whilst knowing how you can make sure you avoid the risk of food poisoning 😜! This year I’ll be sharing more recipes, meal prep & batch cooking tips as well as info for any new parents embarking on the weaning journey 👶🏼🍼 Let not also forget I’ll also let you know if there’s an important food recall you need to be aware of… like moths in your Xmas stuffing 🙃🫠 Let me know if there’s anything specifically you’d like answered in my next few posts ❤️ Jenna x #batchcooking #mealpreptips #fussytoddler #fussytoddlermeals #weaningideas #weaningbaby #foodsafety #easymeals #quickfamilymeals #familycooking #mumcooking #dadcooks #toddlermealideas #babymealideas #mumaccount

‼️Fridge space saving hack this Christmas!!! Storing peeled veg in cold water will help keep them fresher! 🥕 DO YOU NEED TO REFRIGERATE? ❌ No! If you’re just peeling fresh veg, you can store it in cold water overnight if there’s no room in your fridge and to help keep it as cold as a fridge… ADD ICE!!! ‼️Just remember that if you do any more than peeling (parboiling) you will need to cool & refrigerate so only do this next step if you’ve got space in the fridge! If you’re not hosting, tag whoever is to help them save space in their fridge this Xmas for the food that really needs to be refrigerated! ❤️ #festivefoodsafety #foodsafety #foodsafetymumchristmas #christmasdinnerprep #stressfreechristmas #christmas

✨ PSA: Defrost your turkey….. NOW!! ‼️🚨✨ Defrosting tips below ⬇️ ✅ The best way to defrost your turkey in the bottom of the fridge allowing 10-12hours per kg... This means it could take up to 3-4 days to fully defrost an average 6.5kg turkey in the fridge 📆 you’ll want your Turkey to be defrosted in 4 days time so you might need to take it out of the freezer and into the fridge already! (Don’t try and speed things up defrosting at room temp! ❌) Top tips when defrosting your Turkey ⬇️ 🦠Make sure you keep your turkey at the bottom of the fridge, away from any ready to eat or cooked foods 🦃 Put your turkey inside a big enough container to catch any juices! 🌡Make sure your turkey is fully defrosted before cooking 🚿Do not wash your turkey ❄️ Once your turkey is fully defrosted, make sure you keep it in the fridge until it’s time for cooking! (Remove from the fridge up to 1 hour before cooking though to help it cook more evenly!) P.s. for those of you who have one of my Christmas planners, don’t forget to keep track of everything else that needs defrosting this week ❄️✨ Tag someone in the comments who might need a reminder to start defrosting their Turkey 👀 #festivefoodsafety #foodsafety #foodsafetymumchristmas #christmasdinnerprep #defrostingaturkey #christmasdinner #christmasturkey #frozenturkey #organisedchristmas #christmasdinnertips

Don’t do Xmas eve boxes? Do this instead!!! ⬆️ 🍪✨ And the best part- You only need to bake a couple of cookies, leave the rest in the freezer then between Xmas and new year you can have freshly baked warm gooey cookies whenever you fancy them…….. 🤤 If you’re feeling December is ALOT already, check your local supermarket for some cookie dough that’s ready to bake ♨️ Make sure you’re following @foodsafetymum this week for all your Christmas food content & tips ✨✨✨ #elfontheshelf #elfontheshelfideas #xmasevebox #santacookies #foodsafety #christmasfood #christmasfoodsafety #christmasathome #christmasfoodideas #christmasdinner #organisedchristmas #stressfreechristmas #christmasplanner #christmasplanning #christmasfood

If you’ve bought a frozen turkey for Christmas... ‼️SAVE THIS POST ‼️   Here’s what you need to remember when it comes to defrosting your turkey: ✅Defrost your turkey in a container in the bottom of the fridge ✅Allow 10-12 hours per kg So, make sure you start thinking about when you need to defrost your turkey (the answer might surprise you!) so you have enough time to defrost it safely in the fridge ❄️ Unless you’re following back of pack advice, always defrost your turkey thoroughly before cooking. If it’s not thawed thoroughly, the centre may remain frozen; meaning the turkey will cook unevenly and only mean that the outside of the turkey is cooked whilst the centre remains raw and therefore still contains harmful bacteria. 🦠 Once food has fully defrosted, it should be cooked within 24 hours. #foodsafety #defrostingaturkey #christmasdinner #christmasturkey #frozenturkey #organisedchristmas #christmasdinnertips

Christmas morning pancakes in 90 seconds… ⬆️🎅🏻✨ ✨ I’m on a mission to help make your food prep easier this Christmas so follow @foodsafetymum for easy make-ahead tips & recipes…. From a food safety expert ✨ Because seriously, who needs the added labour of flipping pancakes on Christmas morning 😅 you can either reheat your pancakes straight from frozen in the microwave, or defrost and reheat back in the pan (or toaster!) If you want help with make-ahead Xmas recipes and planning everything you need to this Christmas (like your Christmas Day menu, what foods need defrosting & when, meal planning, cooking timeline planning, the equipment you need and everything in between!) ✨ comment below and I’ll send you the link or check out my stories ❤️ #foodsafety #christmasfood #christmasfoodsafety #christmasathome #christmasfoodideas #christmasdinner #organisedchristmas #stressfreechristmas #christmasplanner #christmasplanning #christmasfood

Have you seen my last post about moths in stuffing mix? 🪰 🤢 Well… here’s a SUPER easy make-ahead classic stuffing recipe you can use instead! Plus… it’s baby friendly so suitable for the whole family ✨ ‼️ Tip: Dried sage works well, but fresh is better if you can! ———- Recipe: 2 tbsp unsalted butter 1 tbsp oil 1 large onion, finely diced 200g fresh breadcrumbs/ 5 slices of bread 2tbsp fresh sage (or dried) 2 garlic cloves 2 eggs, beaten 1. Heat the butter and oil in a frying pan and fry the onion over a low heat for 10-15 mins, until onions are soft and translucent. 2. Add the garlic and sage and fry for another minute before removing from the heat 3. Blitz the bread into breadcrumbs and mix with the onion mixture 4. Mix well and season 5. Add the beaten egg and mix well, shape into balls or press into a greased baking dish 6. Bake for around 20 minutes in a preheated oven at 200/180 has 6, until golden and piping hot all the way through ———- If you want a recipe for a make ahead pork, cranberry & chestnut stuffing - it’s not too late to download my make-ahead Xmas recipes ❤️ If you want the link, let me know in the comments 🎄✨ You can make this stuffing up to 2 days in advance and leave in the fridge ready to bake or make this week and freeze! If freezing, defrost in the fridge on Xmas Eve and cook as usual, for around 20 minutes ✨ #christmasfoodprep #christmasdinnerprep #christmasfood #christmasdinner #foodprep #stuffingrecipe #babyfriendlyfood #christmasweaning #babychristmasrecipe #foodsafety

Stuffing with a little extra protein?? 🪰 If you have any affected batches of this stuffing DON’T EAT IT! Instead….. follow @foodsafetymum for an EASY classic stuffing recipe that you can make-ahead of Christmas ✨ If you have any affected batches of this product, return to your local Tesco for a refund - no receipt required ❤️ #christmasfoodprep #christmasdinnerprep #christmasfood #christmasdinner #foodprep #stuffingrecipe #babyfriendlyfood #christmasweaning #babychristmasrecipe #foodsafety