(Part 2) Reddit mentions: The best food storage products

It's really cool that your gf wants to start meal prepping, she definitely should give it a try! :)

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Bear with me in case this turns into a 'novel'...

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The first and maybe best piece of advice I can give is to take the whole mystique out of it. Meal prepping really is not some mysterious, ritualized, uncharted intimidating endeavor that you need to meticulously set up for. There's honestly not much more to it than cooking foods that you (1)enjoy and (2)will keep well for a few days in the fridge and/or freezer. As much as people hate to hear it, and there honestly is a debate over this, meal prepping can really be thought of as glorified leftovers. You cook a meal and eat it later on. To some people that qualifies as leftovers. To others, you might as well have cursed their sweet granny to burning hell for even daring to say that. Semantics.

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You'll want to first decide your purpose for meal prepping.

• Do you want to save money?
  
• Do you want to eat healthier in general? Or do you have specific health needs or goals like counting macros or reducing sodium intake, etc.?
  
• Do you want to merely save time and not have to think about what you'll be eating every day?
  
• Do you want to just experiment and try new dishes you otherwise wouldn't have been interested in before?
  
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  Get an idea of the purpose of your meal prepping. Then you'll get into equipment.
  
  
• Plastic containers such as the ones pinned to the top of this subreddit are great if you want more containers and want to spend less. They're more lightweight than glass, and most of them are microwaveable. You'll want BPA free. Some may not last as long, and some don't hold up over multiple washings very well. But the better ones are good for pretty much anything you want to make. It sort of depends on if you have issues with plastics or not.
  
• Glass (my own preference) is heavier and more pricey for the the number of containers you'll get in a set, but the better ones, such as these, can go in the microwave and in the oven, are dishwasher safe, freezer safe, and durable. They'll usually come with either 0, 1, or 2 dividers (making them 1 big compartment, 2 compartments, or 3) and, like the plastic ones, have snap-on lids. It's a personal preference, really.
  
• There are rectangular, square and even round containers that will be available. It all depends on the meals you'll be making most often - baked chicken, wild rice and asparagus would suit well in a 2 or 3 compartment container. A teriyaki stir fry would work in anything, and even a round container, making it basically a teriyaki bowl.
  
• You might want to get small plastic ramekins with leak-proof lids to hold condiments like sauces and dressings IF you think you'll be using them. It isn't a must-have, but can be a nice addition. Also smaller bowls to hold fresh fruit or nuts as a side dish come in pretty handy, but again, not totally necessary.
  
• Amazon has a treasure-trove of good containers, and probably other places like the Container Store.
  
• You'll amass containers as time goes on, and as you start to realize exactly what you needs are. Start with a few basics to get going.
  
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  Yummy, now the food part:
  
  As far as meal prep recipes, your limit is Google. Literally Google and Pinterest and anywhere else you can find a recipe, so basically the sky is the limit. Many dishes can be made into a meal prep - the recipe does not have to be "meal prep specific". Spaghetti and meat sauce can be a meal prep (my husband had that last week). Casseroles, meat dishes, slow cooker meals like stroganoff or pot roast, pasta dishes, Asian food dishes, fish...too many to name, as long as it will keep well for a few days and reheat well. Again, your purpose for meal prepping comes into play big time here:
  
  
• If you're prepping solely for budget purposes, then a blackened miso cod dish with truffles isn't gonna cut it. You'll want to look for good sales on ingredients at the store, search online for delicious meals you can make on a budget, etc. Many 'mom' blogs are excellent sources for this as they'll show how to make great dishes to feed a large family (for meal prepping, the "large family" is you, but over the course of a few days!). Many time-saving meal preps will be found within budget-friendly recipe sources as well.
  
• For healthy prepping, look for substitutes of familiar favorites. Spaghetti squash and zucchini can be shred into noodles that beautifully mimic pasta noodles, cutting a significant amount of carbs. Turkey sausage or meatless options can sub for pork. Big portobello mushrooms can make excellent substitutes for ground meat patties in a meatless burger. Learn which veggies are sources of which vitamins and minerals you want to add to your diet. There are more health-conscious meal and recipe sites than there are grains of sand on Earth, so it should be super easy to find what you're looking for. If you're into macros, again, many many sources for that information to get you started.
  
• If health and budget don't concern you as much, and your cooking options are pretty broad, then you have literally A TON of recipe options. As with any other recipes for meal prep, what you want are foods that you'll enjoy. The more you like the food, the less you'll mind eating it for 3, 4, 5 days, and you'll look more forward to actually cooking the food and discovering new dishes and techniques. Make it fun. Restaurant and fast food copycat recipes can be excellent for this IF the dishes hold up well to being refrigerated or frozen for several days. You can search online for advice on certain foods, but a lot of it is trial and error, honestly. Carino's restaurant has this Garlic Jalapeno Tilapia dish that I absolutely adore, but how often do we actually ever go there to eat it? Occasionally in the distant past, never now. So several years ago I found a perfect -- I mean PERFECT copycat recipe. Better than the original. I decided a few months ago to give it a shot for meal prep. Hah. It wasn't terrible, the taste was still really good, but the reheating wasn't problem free, and it wasn't great after 4 days. Would I do it again? Yes, but ONLY as a 2-day meal prep. Trial and error.
  
• Don't depend solely on r/MealPrepSunday for recipe inspiration. I cannot stress this enough. There is a WORLD of fantastic food ideas out there, and it honestly doesn't take that much searching. There are many cookbooks as well, and the more you search, the more you'll find exciting new possibilities. Try to have some ideas in mind as to what you want to eat, and then find it.

I wrote this up earlier today for someone who wanted to start getting prepped on ~$75/Month but also wanted to not have to cook the foods. I did include some long term storage as the first step anyway because it's so cheap and easy, but so far as consumables go, this is a good start for you.

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A lot of this is a shelf life and storage space issue. If you have plenty of room for storage, I'd start like this:

• Month 1: This doesn't meet your doesn't-need-to-be-cooked guideline, but it's a really solid start to bulk up on available calories and requires minimal cash and effort, so it's going in anyway. Ignore it if it's not for you.
  
  Buy two 50lb bags of white rice from a place like Costco or Sam's Club. Find 3 food safe 5 gallon buckets with lids. Get Mylar Bags and O2 Absorbers. Then hit Youtube for instructions on what to do with them. If the Mylar bags bit will hold you back from doing this, then skip them and just clean the buckets then dump rice in them straight. Seal, date, set aside. That's 160,000 calories in month 1. Given normal pantry supplies that stretches things out quite a ways. Plan on rotating out at 7ish years if put straight into the bucket and 20 years if you use the Mylar. Realistically, with Mylar, white rice may be good for much longer than 20 years (most people say 30, but for the minimal investment I'd rotate earlier to be safe).
  
  
• Month 2:
  
  Grab a Water Bob (not right now though, hurricane season has prices high and stocks low for them). Also, a Sawyer Water Filter or two. That gives you an opportunity to grab an extra hundred gallons of water in your bathtub initially given enough warning, and some water purification options later on.
  
  
• Month 3:
  
  Assuming you have storage capacity, start looking at #10 cans of food. Those are the cans that are around a foot tall and very wide. Look for things that you would eat and would be usuable in your daily lives, but also ones that would be calorie dense. For example, refried beans, nacho cheese, baked beans, white potatoes, chick peas, chili with beans, etc. Those are things you can use in recipes at home, but can pick them up and store them for a couple of years first. Getting them in the larger can is a better return on investment/dollar than buying smaller ones.
  
  
• Month 4: This is probably more what you were looking for.
  
  If your pantry isn't topped up with the things your family normally eats, drop that money to get a little deeper on those things. Velveeta cheese, crackers, cans of soup, noodles, peanut butter/jelly, canned vegetables/fruit, pasta/sauce, salsa, dried/canned beans, seasonings, canned meat, canned chili, etc. Date them and make sure to work through the oldest first. Having the normal foods you eat in bulk will likely end up being what gets you through most things (like the current hurricane season, job loss, winter blizzard, etc). Spending on these things can be used to fill out whatever is left of your budget when it gets partially used up on other things. I'd also maybe consider having some flats of bottled water at home as well. I usually keep 4-7 Costco sized ones on hand for my SO and I.
  
  
• Month 5:
  
  Start looking at longer term bulk water storage. I like 5 gallon stackable water cubes as they're easier to move and use and you buy them as you have a little extra cash here and there, but if you want to bump the budget up a bit for a month and your wife won't look at you like you're crazy, a 55 gallon barrel is a better price per gallon than the individual cubes. Sometimes there's just no replacing having your own clean water source ready to go. Barring all of that, if your family will use them just grab a bunch of flats of bottled water and rotate them. Stacked high they don't take up a ton of floor space.
  
  
• Month 6 and Beyond:
  
  At this point you're pretty well set initially for both water and food. Keep the pantry stocked and rotating. Add on for long term stored water as you see fit and maybe invest in something like a Big Berkey if you really want to drop some money into it. At that point I'd probably begin considering longer term food storage. More rice, add in some dry beans (roughly 5 year shelf life in Mylar/Buckets), and if you're feeling really into it you can get unground wheat and that will last 30 years or better in Mylar/Buckets. You'll just need to have a hand crank grinder or two to use it.
  
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  I get wanting ready to eat foods, and that's pretty easy to do and a great place to start, but as one last recommendation... grab yourself a Propane Burner and a high pressure hose for it so that you can use regular propane tanks. You may be able to eat cold soup out of the can, but it's a lot more comforting when it's warm, and you can pretty easily have the ability to add more of your foods into your diet (like spaghetti or mac and cheese) when you can still have a burner to work with.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Caloriess: 178

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

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

Calories: 152

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

Calories: 150

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

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

Calories: 235

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

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

Calories: 101

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

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

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

Calories: 155 for an 8oz bowl.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Usually every morning before hiking I'll clean my feet (making sure there's no debris), then rub a little Hike Goo all over them -- I've never had a blister since I started doing this ritual. I usually repackage it into a GoTubb, and the small (0.4 oz) is good for 5-7 days for me.

https://www.amazon.com/HikeGoo-Blister-Prevention-Specifically-Formulated/dp/B008RCIPH8

https://www.amazon.com/Humangear-GoTubb-3-Pack-Small-0-4oz/dp/B00667E2H8/

Actually, looking back on that Denali trip -- I forgot I did also bring Rocky GoreTex socks. I wouldn't bring them for most trips, but I really liked having those in some areas of Denali -- it's less about keeping your feet dry, and more about keeping glacial silt out of your shoes, which is super fine and tends to get in everything. And the nice part about those, unlike waterproof boots, is you can take them off, wash them, and easily dry them, and put them back in your pack when you're not walking in glacial water.

I made some notes after the trip if you want more details:
https://backpackinglight.com/forums/topic/hiking-in-denali-in-june-debating-shoes-vs-boots-and-tarps-vs-tents/
I had a real hard time finding good advice from an ultralight perspective when planning that trip, so I'm happy to help if I can.

The Polychrome Glacier area (Mt Geode) was really beautiful, was well worth a couple days there. And the area south of Eielson visitor center was really nice, and so open and varied -- seems like you could spend a week or two just exploring that (especially you can go to the edge of the glaciers there). The third area we did was on the north side of the road, I think it was polychrome mountain -- that was less memorable for us, but we never got further than ~1 days walk from the road, and it seemed like things might have opened up into something more interesting if we'd kept going.

I doubt you can go wrong anywhere though :)

I know you said something about salads not filling you up. This is troubling because either one of two things is happening to you. 1) You are not really burning fat instead of carbs because the combo of healthy veggies and meat/fat isn't filling you up. or 2) You are making really lame salads. Let's assume 2 and fix the problem!

Mark Sisson (yes I'm a really big fan of his) has a giant salad every day for lunch and I tend to also because it's so easy, so versatile, and so Primal! You can literally put whatever you want in it so you don't get bored, and it's basically just the combo of whatever greens you want, topped with sources of other healthy vitamins/minerals, protein, fats, and flavor! And, if you have a decent-sized salad with enough in it, you'll get full/bored long before you run out. If you're not, then ADD MORE.

Here is Mark's article about some classic recipes (including a video for his "two minute salad", another article discussing the "create your own salad adventure" concept, and one for 10 DIY dressing ideas. There are also tons of recipes on the site if you get bored.

My advice? Prep work! Buy enough tupperware to last you an entire week: put the salad greens (and any dry-ish veggies that won't get weird) in a big one, and then use little ones for different toppings, or combine the toppings into one (depends on what you're putting in it), then use a small one for dressing. Grab one set each day. Done. Or, you can get compartmented containers to do this all in one container. I have this and it works nicely (you can freeze the green thing so it keeps your salad cold without a fridge).

So yeah, I'd really lean to that. Otherwise, your options are leftovers, or just collections of meat/veggies that aren't a salad (here's another cool freezey container I have and like, and one for soup that stays warm). Again, regardless of what you do, prep work makes it much much easier. Make it for a whole week, and then you don't have to worry about scrambling and compromising later.

Another (last) thought, you mention the "snacking on non-paleo snacks". Grok didn't eat constantly; he ate a meal and didn't eat again til the next. If you are an efficient fat-burner (as all us Primal/Paleo folks work to be), you won't really get so hungry in between meals anymore. The snacking, then, really is more of a function of either dehydration or boredom. I'm not sure if this applies to you, but it certainly did for me, so I just wanted to throw it out there as something you might want to examine. And/or get yourself some fairly non-perishable Paleo-approved snacks to keep around (fruit, nuts, jerky) so that you don't have to turn to the other stuff. But, like I said, one of the awesome things I've encountered from this process is not having to carry a snack anymore. Not messing with your glycemic loads means you can keep a fairly even-keeled system all day without worry about suddenly getting hungry and needing a snack.

Ok, seriously: last bit of advice... read Paleo/Primal blogs! I get tons of ideas from that about how to fine-tune life as well as tons and tons of recipe ideas so I don't get bored. My favorites?

• Mark's Daily Apple
  
• Everyday Paleo
  
• TGIPaleo
  
• PaleOMG
  
• Paleo/NonPaleo
  
• Paleo on a Budget
  
• NomNom Paleo
  
  Each of these has its own angle and awesomeness that it brings to the table. Yes I listed a lot. However, they post with different frequencies and with different intensities, so it's really not much to keep up with. I use Google Reader to subscribe to them all and then I can read it all in one place. It works pretty well for me!
  
  I know that was long, but i hope it helped :)

I've used glass containers for microwaving eggs, but never for meal prep. The only thing that is holding me back is the weight, storage, and price. I need about 10 containers, so that will set me back around $100 or so. Glass is awesome though, super easy to clean. I just need something around 28 ounces to hold meals, that's it.

These look nice. Kind of spendy, though. I use this brand's plastic containers and they work nice. I bet that these are a great choice for a meal prep container.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0175EUOL8/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_NjvnxbKVETKRQ

These look sort of promising, cost-wise at least. I just wonder how good the seal is. According to Amazon reviews, it's not the best.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000CFTPA/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_Xqvnxb370PYPJ

Rice will poke holes in your bags. Most dry stock like beans and rice do just fine in a mylar bag. We put 30 lbs at a time in 5 gallon mylar bags inside food grade 5 gallon buckets with gamma seal lids. They stack and hold a lot. Easy to carry and the gamma seal lids for ease of portioning. We also tape an unused razor to the underside of the gamma lid to open the bag if needed.

In the past we vac sealed small amounts (2 - 3 US LBS) but quickly upgraded and I'll tell you the rice will not stay sealed.

We seal Fels-Naptha to keep it fresh and water tight. We do the same for washing soap. One bar of favorite soap on top with one clean wash cloth. We vac seal meats for the freezer and the normal uses but for the most part I would stay away from dry goods like beans unless you are a single prepper, then that might just be the best way...except rice and spikey pastas....just don't waste the bags!

Also if you are going to vac seal, we use a FoodSaver brand vac seal and it has done literally thousands of heat seals and around half that in actual vac/seals. You heat seal the one side first then the other side is where it sucks air out then seals when the air is expelled. 2:1

The bags on the other hand we purchase from a vendor on Amazon. The rolls do not fit in our vac sealer and have to be cut by hand, however the difference in price per foot is worth it for us!

Good luck! Well done thinking of your future and taking action!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Salads would be great - the kind with leafy green bases but also chickpea or pasta salads.

For greens: Separate your greens from your toppings so that nothing gets soggy and use hardy veggies like radish, onion, bell pepper, peas, corn, beans, celery, or carrot as toppings. I have these nifty salad boxes that I fill on Sunday and everything stays fresh until I use the last one on Friday.

Pasta/Chickpea Salad: Again, use hardy veggies over things like cucumber or tomato to avoid any mushiness. Pasta salad can even be pre-dressed with what ever dressing combo you like. I like a mix of spicy mustard with red wine vinegar and just a little vegan mayo. Here's a good example: http://ohsheglows.com/2015/07/21/chickpea-salad/

Wraps and sandwhiches could also be an option. A whole wheat wrap with hummus, spinach, red bell peppers, red onions,and whatever other veggies you like makes a great lunch (you can even pack separately and assemble at lunchtime if you're worried about the wrap getting soggy. Same for sandwhiches - lettuce, onion, slice of tomato, cheese, etc.

I love cooking and while I can not help you with the soap and other beauty products I can help you with the cooking utensils

As said before- Pyrex Is the way to go when getting rid of plastic (29$)

For Cooking utentisls I would never recommend stainless as it gets so hot and can ruin certain pans. Instead Wooden is the way to go for 6$

As a bonus here is a link to disposable wooden utensils for camping and holiday use for 20$ so you wouldn't have to use plastic.

If you don't have one a steamer is a life changing item, this steamer and ricecooker gadet is a great combo for you. You can use it strictly for gluten free cooking and let your family have their rice made on the stove. at 15$

I highly recommend Pyrex for your measuring cups too. They work in the microwave and are pretty amazing for 15.

I agree that stainless pots are the way to go I checked out the reviews on this set and found that it has the best costumer service and finishing at 57$

I don't know if this helps or not but I did try! Good luck stopping smoking and if I win surprise me!

I use a Primo Escali scale. I've had it for 5 or 6 years now (purchased it for following European recipes, and have repurposed it for food tracking more recently). It's held up great, no fuss, and the batteries last a really long time. I do think I paid a lot less than the $30 it is currently listed for on Amazon though.

Don't know anything about a Bullet Journal. A lot of people here use MyFitnessPal - personally, I prefer SparkPeople (lets you set a calorie range rather than a single daily target, easy to save favorite foods and groups of foods, easy to enter your own recipes, syncs with Fitbit, but has some social media and advertising aspects integrated with it that can be off-putting).

My boyfriend is on his own for food making choices, so I'm no help to you there! lol

And as for food containers, I prefer glass to plastic for its ability to be microwaved without staining or leaching. Wide mouth 2 cup mason jars work really well for soups/stews/chili, and since they are designed to be airtight they don't leak at all. And they are cheap! You do have to remove the lid to microwave, though.

For larger meals (salads, meat and veggie leftovers, etc) Pyrex and Rubbermaid sell glass containers with plastic lids in a wide variety of sizes and shapes. They're a bit more expensive than the canning jars but glass holds up well so it's worth the investment, IMHO.

Good luck!

My experience, been prepping meals for few years:
Pyrex glass containers are the best, clean and healthy, however, they are heavy to pack around.
Next I tried both these:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01535KBSC/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
and https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B017QN8SNE/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Both were bad for me. The black ones are too bulky and don't keep closed very well (leaks). The 'bento' style, I tried two brands of this style, lids and containers warp and soon don't fit each other.
Now my alternative to the glass ones are https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0014CT9HI/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
And they hold up decently well. In fact, I've had pretty good luck with rubbermaid containers of this design. Note that the ones I linked are still a little big for normal portions.
If you don't mind the glass weight, the Pyrex are wonderful (and no silicone to pull out and clean) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000CFMTV/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Best prices can be found at Wallmart, in the large assorted pack for under $20.
Good luck, hope it saves you money!

I buy gift cards from Kroger because of the gas points :D

Also, if you haven't already, try the Kind brand bars for snacking. They have other great things too like cereal and other goodies.

You're going to think I'm crazy, but baby wash is so good to use for bathing. It's gentle on the skin. The shampoo is a good idea too. Also, it doesn't have to be bought from Pantry.

Mixing bowls in steel so you know you can get them hot in the sink or dishwasher and they'll be clean.

If you need food storage, get rid of the porous plastic and go with Pyrex, which is glass.

Again, I think stainless is the way to go. You can see if there's something on it, there's no extra lining (like non-stick that chips) and you can get it hot and completely sanitize it. I like this cooking set and you can add the cooking utensils too!

If I win, just surprise me :)

This stuff (minus the wash) puts you at about $130 so in between your ~$100-$150

My mom has these pyrex dishes and I am super jealous every time I go over there.

She's got a variety of sizes, but the round ones work great for lunch-sized portions of stuff and the square ones are excellent for making leftovers fit in the fridge easiy.

Mom's had hers for at least five years (and possibly more). The lids are still intact, fit well and aren't warped or discolored and the glass is just like most pyrex glass - still pretty much pristine.

Yeah I will have to research more on proper head retention. I figured the oats would cause the head retention problem so I added carapils to *cross my fingers help said retention. I may bump up the amount of chocolate, but it's just not a main focus in this beer, however at least 1/4# seems like a good amount.

Love local coffee! I would get something newer though. I think it would still be drinkable but the problem with freezing coffee is that two things coffee beans don't like is oxidation and moisture. As soon as that sucker comes out of the freezer and thaws it will not extract the flavors quite as well as fresh coffee. It will be sour and not have good body. Much depends on other factors, but the coffee may taste stale even after being in the freezer. Coffee only really lasts two weeks.

I am starting to roast my own with an air-popper and get the beans from http://www.sweetmarias.com/index.php flipping fantastic site for this. Otherwise, I would buy local dark roasted beans and store whole beans in something called an airscape (http://www.amazon.com/Planetary-Design-Airscape-64oz-Mocha/dp/B00167TT94/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1323891815&sr=8-1) which is the only and best way to store coffee. I do have a bag of cheaper stuff I keep sealed tight in the freezer for those emergency mornings when I'm out of the good stuff! Dark roast blends would be the way to go for brews. Don't just stick ground coffee into the thing unless it isn't a main focus. Wish you luck on your next brew! :)

Edit: I know my coffee but I'm a newb in the brewmaking world so I have a lot to learn when incorporating it.

I also get out all the ingredients I need, chop veggies, and generally do as much as possible before I turn on the stove and start cooking. Mise en place is super important! Once you start cooking you never have to scramble around or hastily prep something you forgot. I also clean as I go which is pretty efficient and I don't have to deal with a big mess afterwards.

I recently bought a whole bunch of plastic deli containers on Amazon in 8, 16, and 32oz which I'm unreasonably excited about. I put all my mise en place items in them, they're easy to clean, and great for storing leftovers. Best purchase I've made in a while, I recommend it!

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

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

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

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

Sometimes! Although my hypomania seems to be largely based on time (like it’ll happen a certain amount of time after my depressive episode) or triggered by stress. Gotta admit, Adderall is a pretty great crutch for bipolar disorder. It gives me energy when I’m depressed and calms down my ADHD symptoms when I’m manic. Plus I’m in college, so it’s nice to be able to sit through a lecture without trying to gouge my eyes out.

I know it’s a little bit overkill, but I actually bought a time safe for my Adderall to prevent myself from taking more than my prescribed dose. The reviews were pretty stellar (lots of people commented saying that it helped them with their “adult substances”) and I can’t recommend it enough. I’m at the point where I’m not nearly as addicted to Adderall as I was before, so now it’s more of a security device to prevent my 17yo brother from possibly “borrowing” some. Still a fantastic purchase through, I’d buy it all over again.

Kitchen Safe Mini: Time Locking Container (White Lid + White Base) - 2.0" Height https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N3VVMAB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_HJvOCb91A7TSM

I almost missed it! I've got a few upgrade from my last post! Here is my gear.

From left to right:

• Bodum Bistro - Got this guy at the famous JCP Bodum Sale. For the price, I've been very happy. I'd like to upgrade but can't justify the purchase at the moment.
  
• Hario Skerton
  
• Aeropress
  
• Bialetti Moka Pot - 3 cup
  
• Melitta pour over
  
• Grosche York 350 ml french press
  
• 2 Oxo pop airtight containers - I love these and recommend them highly
  
  What's next you ask? Well with my neck paycheck, I'm buying the following:
  
  
• Bonavita Variable Temp Gooseneck
  
• Chemex
  
• This Digital Scale
  
• Clever Dripper (maybe)
  
  Any recommendations for other gear? Specifically, scale recs?
  
  Edit: Added Amazon links for anyone interested.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Thanks for sharing! Love these thoughts and the success that you’re finding in your relationship. I hope you enjoy the ride.

One other thing that I personally love using is this baby. It’s a timelock box that you can have them put their cage keys in. Set the time for however long you like and they won’t be able to sneak out of the cage ahead of schedule. Plus it’s plastic, so if it’s a real emergency you can smash it with a sledgehammer to get the key out. Just something to consider!

Hi! I was you, like, two weeks ago. I'm also a student and on a budget. I am also a planner, so I need everything planned out ahead of time!

My first week (for dinners) I had: stuffed peppers (cut recipe in half, made two servings), made a half batch of Caveman Chili to freeze (though I did it over the stove instead of the Crock Pot, I have such a hard time planning out Crock Pot meals because I'm never home in time for it not to get overcooked!), Lazy Keto Chicken, etc. etc. I could go on about great recipes I've tried, and there are plenty of websites to help.

For lunches, I typically eat them on the go (during my work-study position). MWF I take "snacky" things like beef sticks, pork rinds, cheese, and nuts (a combination of those things) which keeps me full! On Tuesdays and Thursdays I bring a salad to go in my Sistema plastic container, filled with spinach, chicken slices, bacon, avocado, cheese, and ranch. Pretty protein-heavy, but it's my main meal for the day.

For breakfasts, I don't eat breakfast on MWF because I have Pilates at 9:15 and the typical keto breakfasts fill me up way too much. I drink tons of water and haven't been disappointed yet. On Tuesdays and Thursdays I just eat some eggs and protein (Brown 'n Serve is a brand that makes really cheap, easy sausage that you just throw in a microwave for a minute or two and it's almost all zero carb!). It's pretty adaptable, I've found.

Good luck!

ETA: I found this post for a breakfast shake that might strike your fancy considering what you usually have for breakfast!

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

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

It's more expensive and heavier, but I LOVE my pyrex storage containers.

If you never give in to the desire to microwave your food directly in the container, it's not that big a deal, but if you do? Pyrex (or other glass storage containers) for the win! I've had them for years and don't have to deal with that stained, rough, burn-in that you get from microwaving plastic ones (microwave safe my ass)

Ice pack is the best way to go. I bought this awesome lunchbox on Amazon, its made by "Fit Fresh". Comes with two separate 1 cup containers, and an ice pack. I've been using it for months now and it doesn't leak. Its great because you can bring a few different types of food- I put veggies in one compartment, brown rice in another, a chicken or tuna sandwich in the third- or some variation of that. Some days just cram the whole thing with whole-wheat pasta with chicken and veggies.

Anyway, I'm not really trying to sell you on this specific lunchbox, just saying you can find some pretty awesome lunchboxes that will allow you to bring different kinds of foods without them mixing, and keep them cold for a few hours until lunch. There are also some for salads, with compartments to keep wet mix-ins and the dressing until you can combine it all at lunch.

Been meal prepping and lurking here for a while! My employer provides free breakfast Mondays and free lunch Fridays, so here's a week's worth of work containers for me:


Breakfast: Chickpea and avocado smash (work provides free bread for toasting), idea from /r/GifRecipes


Lunch: Whole-wheat spaghetti, pasta sauce, Tofurkey veggie kielbasa, sauteed herbed garlicky chickpeas. Also got the idea for the chickpeas from /r/GifRecipes
(470 calories, 15 g fat, 63 g carbs, 29 g protein. I should be watching my carbs, but I love them)


Snack: 1 lb strawberries


Cat tax


I got the large containers from Amazon and the smaller ones from a Korean grocery store! They're great for little snacks and sides.


edit: added GifRecipe and container links

The Boveda Acrylic humidor looks nice, but you could probably get a more effective and cheaper solution with a Rubbermaid container which are more reliably air-tight. Mine is big enough for ~30 cigars, and I have two 6g Boveda packs in there at 69rh.

Protecting from humidity swings is more of an operational question. I'd say perhaps invest in a good quality sealable bag (Boveda also make one) with another 6g pack in it and try to open your humidor once a week and move your smokes for that week to the bag - so you don't have to keep opening the humidor.

The next factor to consider is temperature. Find a place which will consistently be roughly between 63-73 degrees (F), depending on your climate that might be a garage, a basement, a spare room, and potentially in a cool box to help stabilise it through day/night cycles.

I bought two of these which really help with lunches: http://www.amazon.com/Fit-Fresh-Reusable-Containers-BPA-Free/dp/B000FNCS5M/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1407948317&sr=8-7&keywords=fit+fresh+lunch (You can grab some for cheaper at wal-mart I believe)

I fill the bottom up completely with lettuce/carrots/other dry toppings. Then I fill up each of the top two with chicken, turkey, or other protein (sometimes both). Then I'll take a smaller container and fill it with a cup or two of brown rice, quinoa, or whole wheat couscous. I prep the three containers on Sunday night, and take them to work on Monday morning. When it's lunch time, I'll mix the protein and a half a cup of whatever grain I chose into the salad. It's simple, easy, and I don't have to worry about bringing my lunch in every morning. :)


This week I went with more of a Mexican salad that was a little more complex than I usually do, so I brought in little snack baggies in as well.

• 10cal - Lettuce
  
• 115cal - Baked Chicken (with lots of spicy seasoning)
  
• 55cal - 1/4 Cup Black Beans
  
• 55cal - 1/8 Cup Cheddar Cheese
  
• 8cal - 1/4 Cup Green Peppers
  
• 13cal - 1/4 Cup Shredded Carrots
  
• 8cal - 1/4 Cup Tomatos
  
• 114cal - 1/2 Cup Brown Rice
  
  
  ~378 calories
  If you like dressing (which I don't)... salsa would probably taste delicious in this!
  
  
  

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

These dudes: 8 ounce 16 ounce and 32 ounce.

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

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

I doubly recommend the digital kitchen scale & Cook's Illustrated cookbooks. I also recommend:

• Sideswipe blade if she has a KitchenAid mixer
  
• silpat mat
  
• no-knead bread cookbook
  
• gift certificate to Container Store or Amazon so she can pick out some new bulk food storage containers (I happen to be partial to these OXO ones)
  
• gift certificate to Penzeys Spices
  
  If money is no object, how about a promise to a romantic dinner for 2 at a top rated restaurant like Per Se?

Obviously everyone (that normally watch this sort of thing) is keeping their eye on the situation, so I'm going to answer this as if you are actually inquiring.

Thus far I've used US Plastic for all of my food and other long term supply containers. They have been great to deal with and prompt with shipping.

I've ordered [an assortment of these buckets](http://www.usplastic.com/catalog/item.aspx?itemid=23220& catid=752) in various colors, because colors are nice and why not?

More importantly, though, I would recommend topping them with the Gamma seal lids. These things are fantastic. Who wants to be using special tools and wrestling with snap on lids when you can just spin one on and off? Pure gold.

The other few items like Mylar liners and oxygen desiccants I have ordered from amazon.

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TL/DR Doesn't matter what you do - we're all fscked.

Glass glass glass! They don't spill and don't end up staining, getting stinky, and therefore can be used for years if treated well. Also, with their plastic lids removed, they are completely safe for reheating in the microwave. Depending on your needs, amazon has loads of options, but a rectangular container that holds about 28oz is a good start; MealPrep makes some solid ones that aren't too pricy on Amazon. I've found that, while having multiple different sizes can be nice, I keep going back to these: mealprep

Edit: Cons are that they're heavy, can break if you're determined enough, and the latches on the lids may break.

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

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

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

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

Shameless IG plug.

1. Throw out your current containers
   
2. Replace with different size take-out style containers
   
3. Grab any lid because they fit every size
   
   The only drawback to this method is you don't get the square shaped kind which works well for work lunches. For fridge and freezer storage it works great. They stack, last a good while, and if the container breaks or gets old, just toss it because they are super cheap.

US coffee roasting competition finalist here. no need to let degas that long. You will great great sweetness, and tactiles an hour after roasting. If you brew immediately, you will get a great cup, but flavors will not open up yet.
Full flavor for filter happens around day 3 or 4. (im my opinion)
PM me if you have any specific questions.

For best results, store coffee in one of these:[Airscape canisters]
(https://www.amazon.com/Airscape-Coffee-Food-Storage-Canister/dp/B00167TT94)

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

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

I have this food scale, though I use it for soap making and not food - it's SUPER accurate.

I use MFP like everyone else to track.

As far as husband and I go, we eat separate breakfasts (we leave the house at different times) except on the weekends, when I cook us both an equal calorie meal. We eat separate lunches (even on the weekends - I usually have a shake or something, he eats eggs/rice/veggies). And then I cook us dinner (but he usually gets a larger portion than me). If he needs more calories or is more hungry, he snacks. I don't unless I also have extra calories. We snack on different food (ex: I'll eat an apple and some peanut butter. He'll eat rice cakes).

For containers, I highly recommend something like this. I LOVE using it, especially to portion a large restaurant meal or something, and have leftovers the next day. If you don't wanna order on Amazon, you can definitely buy these at Home Goods and Marshalls.

> Has anyone used those small, timed lockboxes to supplement self-control with any success?

YES. This shit is fucking amazing:

• https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00E92JXHG/
  
  Honestly, this should be part of harm-reduction 101. IMO, it's as important as having a milligram scale when dealing with potent addictive substances.
  
  It's not perfect, but it helps so much. It's saved me countless times from redosing addictive benzos and stimulants. I've got my entire stash locked up right now... (8 hours remaining).
  
  At first you get pissed off, "why the FUCK did I lock it for so long?", then the next day you're like, "thank god I didn't keep redosing".
  
  You get used to it. Just make a habit of always locking it up after dosing, even if you think you don't need to.
  
  I was thinking about making a detailed post about my experiences using one of these things. I might do it later. Anyways, I highly recommended these boxes.
  
  Edit: One hexen-specific tip is to weigh out your dose, lock it up, and THEN take your dose. Because it's a lot harder get yourself to lock that shit up after you're high and immediately fiending for more. Or if you do plan on redosing, lock it for 90 minutes or whatever your desired redose interval is.

I was a daily smoker for around a year; currently down to about once every 2 weeks.

The thing that worked for me was a time-lockable safe (This is the one I got). I'd get high and then lock all of my weed in there for some amount of time. I started out setting it to 2 days, then 3, then a week, etc. Doing that, I was able to build up discipline for keeping sober. Eventually I didn't need to lock it at all during the week; just over weekends I've decided to remain sober. I'm hoping to soon get to a point where I don't need the safe at all to make good choices about when to smoke.

Good luck!

This Tupperware! I loved it so much I bought 5! I’ve seen them everywhere from target, Tj Maxx, to even my local grocery store!

Sistema To Go Collection Salad Compact Food Storage Container, 4.6 Cup, Blue | Great for Meal Prep | BPA Free, Reusable https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004R97IJ6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_RWhyDbZVDQWQP

You can get containers that screw on. I think ziplock has some?

Like this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077FXNWGC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_jZvlDbCWE6R0C


I second the glass containers though as well, just don't get the snapware lids. Pyrex has some on Amazon that are an entirely rubber like lid that are glass. I know a few people with them and they are pretty quite.

Like this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0157G34AY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_lYvlDbQR0985G

Mischief Managed.

Wine and this game complement each other perfectly. We need both to keep our spirits up after long school days.

We should look fabulous while flying.

It's like a hat except safer.

We need this book in case the Inferius come to get us. It's like a survival guide, except everyone dies.

A trunk for salad!

This choker would look good with any cape.

My links aren't even links, I feel like I'm doing this all wrong.

Salads. I absolutely love this salad kit. It's the perfect size.

Slow-cooker recipes. Making a slow-cooker recipe over the weekend and then portioning it out into individual bags or containers saves a bunch of time. (Curry, chili, soups, etc.)

Lean cuisines or Smart Ones if you're feeling lazy and don't want to buy anything. Add a little hot sauce to help them feel more filling (though most of them have a ton of salt).

Packets of Miso soup mix (just add water), with some veggies and tofu or meat.

That is GREAT info! Thanks for sharing!

I've looked it up and was wondering if these are the ones you are refering to? Do you happen to know if they are BPA free? Also, do know if the compartments seal off from one another or is there leakage between them?

Sorry to ask so many questions, but I'm always interested in alternatives.

These are awesome for salads: https://smile.amazon.com/Sistema-Collection-Salad-Storage-Container/dp/B004R97IJ6/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1479840003&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=martha+stewart+salad+to+go+container

They could be considered a tad on the small side for someone who eats a lot of calories, but for me I always feel plenty satisfied from the amount of salad it holds. I fill the main container with lettuce, cherry tomatoes and cucumber slices, and then fill the top two compartments with cubed grilled chicken. And the convenience of built-in silverware and dressing container is too good to pass up. You'd think the dressing cup would be too small, I think it's only 2 TBSP, but I use homemade italian dressing and it's plenty.

Yep! Got them off of amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0768T7CWC/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_8qfQBb1X7XTFF

They’re spendy but worth it. I never had too many problems with plastic ones but these are more robust and easier to clean.

Got one of these to test drive. Its pricey and feels like overkill, but it's certainly quality and might fit you better than it fits me.

http://amzn.com/B000FNCS5M

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Hospital buddies! I'm getting my kidney taken out toward the end of the month and will be in the hospital for maybe 5 days. I decided to get squeezy bottles and tiny tubbies.
I plan on putting my powder cleanser in the tub, but now I'm thinking I need to get cleansing wipes if I can't get out of bed the first couple days. I'm going to decant my toner, hydrating lotion, medium lotion, and sleeping pack into the squeeze bottles. It would probably be better to keep our routines to a minimum because we're gonna be in too much pain to do a long one. I'm thinking about bringing a sheet mask or two just in case I need to distract myself I guess.
As for hair... I just donated 19" and most of my hair is buzzed now haha. If your hair is long and gets greasy pretty quickly like mine did, get some dry shampoo and keep your hair up with those claw clips. It sucks being in pain AND feeling grimy. Oh! I guess you could use cleansing wipes for your body, too.
Anyway, best of luck on your surgery! We got this!!!

I have this storage canister - I really like it. It's easy to clean and scoop out of and the red canister looks nice on my counter.

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

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

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

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

When trying something new I only buy a gram. If its my fav and usually in in stock I buy up to an eighth cause weed will dry out pretty quickly.


But then I discovered https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00H1F20AU.

So last week I bought Costco ounce of my fav strain for $180 and split it with a friend $90/$90 for 14g each. What I normally pay $40 for an eight I am now paying $22 in bulk cutting my cost in half!

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

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

Look for food containers

There ya go, 36 small pots for $12. You can get the 32oz variety as well, 25 for $9, something like that... any food-safe container can be used for growing plants. Yogurt containers, dairy cartons, sliced open 1/2 gallon milk / tea containers, etc... use your imagination. Juice bottles? It was safe for your juice, it's safe for your plants! Reuse it.

This is what I use: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00H1F20AU/ref=pd_aw_sim_sbs_236_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=GPHJM2Y1J68FEB3VC47Z&dpPl=1&dpID=61TYlYlvPvL

It's got a humidity pack too so it keeps your flower fresh. Had it for 2 years now, replaced the pack twice. It's super durable and keeps the smell in great.

I know this sub gushes over the cheap-o plastic ones, but I recently switched to the glass kind and OH MY GOD it is heavenly. Its the cadillac of meal prep. Once you go glass you never go back.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0175EUOL8

These are what I use. They are dirt cheap and come in segmented and non-segmented versions (I much prefer the non-segmented I've found, because sometimes the different Items don't fit correctly, plus it all comes out the same anyway). You can clean them in the dishwasher fine, they freeze well, and they hold a good size meal perfectly.
https://www.amazon.com/Rubbermaid-TakeAlongs-Rectangle-Storage-Container/dp/B0014CT9HI
https://www.amazon.com/Rubbermaid-TakeAlongs-Rectangle-Storage-Container/dp/B000RNH9C2

I've been using Vacu Vin Containers for years and haven't felt the need to try anything else. These work really well for me and can keep beans "fresh" for weeks.

Prior to the Vacu Vin containers, I was pretty happy with Airscape Containers They have an inner seal/lid that you can slide down right on top of the beans to push most of the air out of the container.

Just be humble and ask, they're probably really friendly. Ask the roasters what they suggest. Always good to go local and fresh. Get an airtight canister for your beans, the bags that some roasters put their beans in don't last long. I have one of [these] (http://www.amazon.com/OXO-Rectangle-2-Quart-Storage-Container/dp/B000VJ7C2E/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1325304776&sr=8-2), for my beans. Make sure whatever you buy has been properly degassed, or been 'rested' for 24 hours.

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

Check out Fit and Fresh brand lunch containers. When I worked outside the home, this is the type I had. Everything always stayed nice and fresh. For a while, I also had a Mr. Bento. It was really good but tedious to clean.

Yeah, I generally keep food around for them in the outworld and replace it every four days or so (making sure it doesn't get gross). They're not like fish, you can't really overfeed them. They eat as much as possible, then share their extra food with other ants (look up "social stomach"), some of whom share their food with the Queen, who responds to a caloric surplus by producing more eggs, but they also regulate themselves so that they don't eat too much.

Regarding keeping them in, I have found C. penns to be pretty lazy and docile. Mine will not cross a thin layer of oil applied to the upper inside edge of the container. I use a thin, inorganic oil like mineral oil applied with a q-tip, but something organic like coconut oil would also work (it will go rancid/polymerize at some point, though and might get sticky and stop working). I can leave the lid off of my outworld with decent confidence that nobody will escape, however, I almost always DO use the lid just because I have one. I started using these Rubbermaid Briliance acrylic containers which are perfect, because when you pop the lid clamps off, you have two nice air holes pre-drilled in the lid!

https://www.amazon.com/Rubbermaid-Brilliance-Storage-Container-1991158/dp/B01JCNEJVQ

EDIT - I would avoid talc (baby powder) because it's ugly, messy, and annoying to maintain.

Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Container, Large, 9.6 Cup, Clear 1991158 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01JCNEJVQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_2FQ3Cb2SCM51B

I grabbed this one and a 4 pack of Boveda 65% for my small time setup. Whatever you get, look for BPA free and airtight in the description. Two packs and a a handful of sticks and in the one I got and it holds around 68-71 depending on the day. Prior to getting cigars in it, it held a little higher. I usually “burp” it once a day when I go to check on it to refresh the air.

Wipe out whatever you get with water WITHOUT soap so it doesn’t leave any residue and impact and sticks in it later. Once it dries, throw your calibrated hygrometer in with a pack or two and you’re off to the races. Any Spanish cedar needs seasoning, I don’t have any atm though.

Technically, yes.

I'll admit that I pull chicken from the fridge and put it in my baggie to eat throughout the morning. I would be more concerned since your are starting with warm chicken your food is starting out in the 'danger zone'

I would recommend cooking a big batch of chicken at the beginning of the week and then put it in the fridge. Take the cold chicken each morning and put it in something like this that has a reuseable ice pack and is BPA free.

They look like Oxo Pop Containers to me - OXO Good Grips POP Container Rectangle - 1.4 L, White/Transparent https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B000VJ7C2E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_dptQAbDQB5FSZ

There's a few things that I consider when I'm meal prepping or storing left overs...

Will this be an item I'm going to want to reheat in this container? If that's the case, then glass is the best option. It's generally not lightweight. But for going to work it prevents me having to put it on a paper plate at work to reheat it. I have a set similar to this.

If it's not going to be reheated in the same place, I go for something more lightweight like these.

Also I have continued using any plastic tupperware in my house for things I won't be reheating.

I use this set. The lids don't lock, but they're good enough for my needs. Cheap and effective. Can go everywhere (microwave,oven, dishwasher (lids hold up to dishwasher as well), etc.).

I believe Cubans like to be around the %65 mark. I started a tupperdor recently with these 3 products and it's working out great..

Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Container, Large, 9.6 Cup, Clear 1991158 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01JCNEJVQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Qj-LDbMRTKMCA

Goabroa Mini Hygrometer Thermometer Digital Indoor Humidity Gauge Monitor with Temperature Meter Sensor Fahrenheit (℉) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07QC7JRDP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Ik-LDbHPA1BEJ

Boveda 65-Percentage RH Individually Over Wrapped 2-Way Humidity Control Pack, 60gm https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FWPQ8WC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_el-LDb9K3MND1

I have found these 2 products awesome for food prepping. They are reusable and dishwasher safe, though they last longer if you handwash.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00M9Z4SXY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01D0JDZFO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I roast at home and this has been working pretty well for me so far: freshly roasted beans get put into a mason jar with the lid screwed on loosely to off-gas. After 24ish hours, I move them into my Airscape to store before grinding. The airscape is great because it's a snap to clean, and doesn't retain any coffee flavors or smells after a quick wipe.

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

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

It is!! It was kind of pricey, but definitely worth it. We initially bought it to wean ourselves off weed, since that was not only expensive but also led to eating a ton of cookies (and like...other things). Now that we no longer need it for that, we just use it for the cookies :p
Link to the one we have:
Kitchen Safe: Time Locking Container (White Lid + White Base) - 5.5" Height https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00E92JXHG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_tcfPAbNK945A4

The containers are good size, but the lids don't seal well. Some lids stay closed, some pop off. Not too happy with them. I bough them on Amazon here.

However, I bough this and they snap shot and work perfectly.

BTW: This breakfast is too big. Next week, I'll need to scale it down a bit.

I grind all mine up and store it in these.

CVault Humidity Control Airtight Stash Container by FreshStor, Small https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00H1F20AU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_S0mvzbJ515N24

Makes it super easy to prep bowls. Just scoop out what I need and snap lid back on.

Spinach salads with bell pepper, cucumber, tomatoes, craisins, walnuts, and blue cheese crumble. Raspberry walnut vinaigrette dressing is my preference.

Quinoa salad with chickpeas, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, chopped parsley. Dressing is basically just fresh squeezed lemon juice and garlic.

Mandarin chicken pasta salad = farfalle, chicken, spinach, mandarin oranges, red bell pepper, sun dried tomatoes, shaved carrots, sliced almonds, and chopped green beans. I use ken’s sesame ginger dressing for this one.


Here is the link to the glassware from Amazon!

[5-Packs,36 Oz]Glass Meal Prep... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CMRFZ9S?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share


Edit: also featured are cups with raw almonds and banana chips. Awesome snack combo if you haven’t tried. I bring some every day.

Yep! They are awesome, just picked them up off Amazon. Link

I recommend the rubbermaid brilliance 9.6 cup container. Very solid construction.

https://www.amazon.com/Rubbermaid-Brilliance-Storage-Container-1991156/dp/B01JCNEJVQ/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=leak%2Bproof&qid=1562795703&s=kitchen&sr=1-4&th=1

[5-Packs,36 Oz]Glass Meal Prep... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CMRFZ9S?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

These! I really love them. This photo is actually about 3 weeks old so I’ve used them for 2 meal prep weeks and I’m super satisfied. Personally I don’t microwave them with the lid on (unclipped but on at an angle for moisture retention) because it mildly warped one when I took it out of the microwave. However two weeks in and I have no idea which one it was so it didn’t permanently impact it. Highly recommend.

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

I like those containers! I might have to some up.

I use the small GoTubbs and I like them. They're good for thicker creams (face moisturizer); I read reviews that said they're not good for liquids or thinner lotions (which totally makes sense).

How about the CVault containers? Also available on Amazon, so local shipping. The have these packs that keep your bud at optimal RH which is very nice.

https://www.amazon.ca/CVault-Humidity-Airtight-Container-FreshStor/dp/B00H1F20AU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1501116194&sr=8-1&keywords=cvault

I use plastic quart containers like these:


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


They work great. Cheap.

My only access to opis is a friend's script once a month that I am able to buy 30 of (10mg norco), and I am so careful with them after meeting up lol. I put them all in this thing - partly for safe keeping, and partly because they'll be gone within a week if left to my own device...so after many attempts without, now I lock half of them up (until 10 days later) so I can make them last a bit longer until the next refill. At least I can't lose them!

Dang, just leaving it out caused that much odor? Yeah I'll probably just take the stash with me at first, but maybe if I ever picked up a spray like ozium that would cover it in the future.

This is what I'm using for storage: https://www.amazon.com/CVault-Humidity-Airtight-Container-FreshStor/dp/B00H1F20AU/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1502002987&sr=8-3&keywords=cvault

It comes with a little humidity pack thing, so that should prevent the drying out (or becoming too humid), right?

I absolutely love my Pyrex glass containers. They are not noticeably heavy until there's 2 or 3 in my bag. No worries about the chemicals in plastic, and it feels like using a bowl instead of eating out of Tupperware, which is a nice plus.

Get a Cvault,replace the humidity pack with some 500cc Oxygen absorber packs. The Cvault is stainless steel so it stays pretty cool by itself,on real hot days just throw it on top of some ice if your worried. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00H1F20AU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Looks like the same set I have:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0768T7CWC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The lids have silicon rubber gaskets, which are very easy to remove and put back in place. There's a bunch of different "brands" selling the same product. Here's another:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CMRFZ9S/ref=dp_cerb_3

I let them sit overnight on the porch then put them into airtight containers inside. I use Rubbermaid clear plastic containers that I have put a microfiber cloth into and have small containers of silica desicant and baking soda. I can fit three to four pipes into a container depending on length, but churchwardens do not fit. They look nice and have completely eliminated any indoor odor.

https://www.amazon.com/Rubbermaid-Brilliance-Storage-Container-Leak-Proof/dp/B01JCNEJVQ

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MQYGRVV/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I would use a little jar. Something like this. Easy to find at places like Target, just look in the travel-size toiletries section.

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

As long as you use mylar bags, you could store your food in a pile of manure, and it would be fine. The container is to keep the bag from getting punctured.

Personally I use non-food grade buckets from lowes / menards / home depot, depending upon what color i want, and 5 gallon sealed mylar bags.

I do have a few food grade buckets and gamma lids for easy storage after opening said bags though.

1. Sawyer water filters are really cheap yet can filter an immense amount of water: http://www.amazon.com/Sawyer-Products-Filtration-System-Single/dp/B00MPH1LU4/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1413472747&sr=8-2&keywords=sawyer+one
   
   
2. You can store bulk grains and beans cheaply to provide a large amount of emergency food using Mylar bags and oxygen absorbers along with 5 gallon buckets. These are what I got: http://www.amazon.com/10-2000cc-Oxyfree-Absorbers-Dehydrated-Storage/dp/B001Y0Y8C6/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1413472777&sr=8-2&keywords=mylar+food+storage
   
   Then just buy 5 gallon hdpe buckets for 2.50 each and lids for 1.50 each from your local hardware store. Add the grains, oxygen absorber, and seal the bag with an iron. Each bucket when filled with rice or beans will provide enough calories for someone for a month. This is wayyyy cheaper than freeze dried food and will last just as long.
   
   
3. A crank flashlight with USB power, only $15: http://www.amazon.com/American-Cross-CLIPRAY-Charger-Flashlight/dp/B003BYROUQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1413472929&sr=8-1&keywords=crank+usb+flashlight . Alternative power flashlights are always good and USB power to devices could either merely convenient or a life safer.
   
   
4. You can convert any trashcan into a rain barrel for much cheaper than buying one using a kit like this: http://www.amazon.com/EarthMinded-RBK-0001-DIY-Rain-Barrel/dp/B005CJFBJE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1413473011&sr=8-1&keywords=rain+barrel+kit
   
   
5. Buy some heavy duty plastic sheeting and Gorilla tape for general purpose use too. They aren't expensive and can be used for so many different things.
   
   
6. With Ebola prep being something to consider now go and get a Flu shot. The symptoms are almost the same as Ebola (until Ebola gets really bad at least) and if the outbreak gets bad in the US you wouldn't want to have to go to the doctor to find out if you've got it or not. They are free if you have insurance and you can get them at most pharmacies.
   
   
7. Find out what food crops grow well in your area's soil type and start experimenting with your own garden. Seeds are cheap and it is better to have a garden established before you need it to grow emergency food.
   
   I don't think you can avoid spending money to prep, but with these supplies you would be better prepared than 90% of people for not much money.

I use this.

A little pricey but it's solid and sturdy.

And it easily saved me the price of it in just a week where I'm not buying booze, going to a bar, ordering crap food, etc.

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

My storage system consists of a combination of Stack-On Drawers for most of my plates and tile pieces, plus around ~200 Take-Out Containers in several different sizes for most of my other bricks. Additionally I have larger tupperware or plastic bins for any pieces where the amount is too large for the take out containers. I sort by both piece size and color grouping, so the containers work really well and are reasonably cheap. For small unique pieces, I have them in tiny plastic bead bags which you can find at any craft goods store. I then combine a bunch of the bags into plastic containers.

Since I really only build Ancient history type stuff, anything that I know I will never use are just stored in large zip lock bags and then in plastic bins, such as tires, steering wheels, airplane parts, etc. I also have 4 tool compartment storage chests for minifigures.

For me, Lego organization is an on-going process that is constantly refined and updated. I will buy more bins, or boxes to even further separate things. When I initially started like 4 years ago all I had were about 300 storage baggies, and a dozen or so shoe boxes or large plastic totes.

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

I have exactly the same problem.

I bought a small kitchen timed lock box.

When I know I'm going to have heavy temptations I'll put my cards and cash in it and set the lock timer for 12 hours, 24 hours, heck, I've locked them for 3 days knowing I won't really need them.

I know this isn't for everyone but it's helped me get through some tough humps. I've easily saved what it cost me in a couple of weeks.

I like pyrex ones. They're pricey but they will last forever. I've had mine at least 5 years. You can find them in round shapes or rectangular shapes. They also come in sets.

Example: Pyrex 18 Piece Simply Store Food Storage Set, Clear https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0157G34AY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_2yCAyb7D1HV01

I use the Tubbs, not the Toobs. The small size of the GoTubbs is about the size of the caps on the GoToobs, and holds 7-10 days worth of toothpaste easily. Generally within that time frame I can top of my supply if needed. I can't imagine needing to carry 1.25 oz of toothpaste - it's one of the few things that can really be found anywhere.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00667E2H8/ref=twister_dp_update?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I would not fund this. The product already exists. I have one and it works great for self bondage.
www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00E92JXHG

Works well. This is the one. Quite sturdy actually.

See how it goes for the week. Thanks for asking.

I've been really happy with this brand, these are the ones I got, https://www.amazon.com/Compartment-Containers-Lifetime-Microwave-Dishwasher/dp/B0768T7CWC

My husband had similar issues re: lunch in the workplace. What we did is to buy an insulated lunch bag, freezable ice packs and several plastic tupperware style boxes with a lock lid, [similar to this[(https://www.amazon.com/GR-Kitchen-Airtight-Storage-Container/dp/B01KMSHYQ2/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1486165797&sr=8-8&keywords=plastic+lock+lid+lunch). They come in varying sizes, and you can find them at Target, Walmart, etc. and you can get more elaborate designs like this one that has multiple compartments. Look for bento style lunch boxes, there are tons of options.

A typical lunch might be tortilla roll ups, which are just tortillas spread with cream cheese, ham, lettuce, salami, whatever you want, then slice into bite-size wheels. Other additions: small container of cottage, fruit, hummus + carrot sticks, sliced up cheese with crackers and summer sausage, peanut butter with crackers, edamame (boiled soy beans), a hard boiled egg, roasted almonds/nuts, pasta salad... We aim for small things he can graze on that are okay at room temperature. In the past, he's also taken a smoothie (yogurt, frozen fruit, oatmeal, flax seed, honey) in an insulated cup.

I have these for my boyfriend, I have a smaller set for me. The top is plastic but the container is glass
Hopefully this helps.

https://www.amazon.com/Compartment-Containers-Lifetime-Microwave-Dishwasher-x/dp/B0768T7CWC

Haven't used them myself but I always thought the Sistema sets looked good. I've seen them in my local supermarket too.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sistema-Lunch-Cube-Yoghurt-Purple/dp/B00L7SR95I

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sistema-KLIP-Salad-Go-Lunchbox/dp/B004R97IJ6

My boyfriend and I use the pyrex tupperware containers with lids

http://www.amazon.com/Pyrex-Storage-10-Piece-Clear-Blue/dp/B00005B8K5

you can microwave them and dish wash them and they are pretty solid

Sistema KLIP IT Salad to Go Lunchbox, 1.1 L - Clear/Blue https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B004R97IJ6/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_OL3txb6TGT2X9 or Sistema Lunch Slimline Quaddie Lunchbox with Bottle - 1.5 L, Aqua https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B002KKCLPA/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_cN3txb8TKHJGR. I'm not sure how leak proof they are so check the comments

Make your own frozen dinners

Frozen Assets on Freezer Meal Containers


Rubbermaid Carry A Long Containers


Microwave divided plates with vented lid, dishwasher safe set of 4, Set of 8

[3-Pack] Glass Meal Prep Containers Glass - Glass Food Storage Containers - Glass Storage Containers with Lids - Glass Lunch Containers Food Container - Glass Food Containers - BPA Free Container Set https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0175EUOL8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_hv80Ab47YF0RK

I got these for Christmas, and they are amazing. Very heavy duty think Pyrex but thicker. They come in different types I got some dinner one container, some that are split into two, and some that are split into three compartments.

I found that cbd made me want the real thing. Perhaps, the .03% of thc in the cbd was enough to spur my desire for more? I use this for cutting back https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00E92JXHG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 and I use it for extended breaks.

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

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

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

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

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

If you want a good lockup tool, you could use this timer lock

https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00E92JXHG/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1542191256&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=kitchen+timer+lock&dpPl=1&dpID=31l5mJyKk4L&ref=plSrch

My setup is also based on Akro-Mils drawers and Sterlite drawers and they work great. For other items where I have a lot of a single color, I also use these takeout containers (cheap and very sturdy for the price) http://amzn.com/B00M9Z4SXY . They can be stacked on each other and are clear, so you can see what's inside.

Quick tip: instead of ordering the Akro-Mils drawer dividers separately, just cut index cards down to size. The dividers end up costing almost $1 each, which is crazy for a square piece of plastic, and considering it would cost $40-50 to divide each drawer in the unit, it doesn't make sense when the entire unit is only $27)

Thanks for the quick reply! So essentially this for the absorbers/bags plus the buckets?

I deleted a few Kindle titles and moved some maybe items to my private WL a couple of days ago. The oldest item removed was from last year.

Travel item.

u/bludart

Thanks!

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

I got mine on Amazon more than a year ago. It looks like they're not selling the exact same model anymore, but these look pretty damn close!

Highly recommend people using plastic containers switch to glass for your health. Heated plastic releases potentially toxic chemicals.

Bought one of each of the following last week. One has a partition, the other doesn't. They're about the same size.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0768T7CWC?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0768TGMXT?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

I recommend these buckets. These lidsand these Mylar bags.

Probably too expensive, but might be a good investment for when your kids get phones and what not too.

https://timelockingsafe.com/

Better choice - https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00E92JXHG

My parents have the same ones. Here ya go :)

Rubbermaid divided containers

For anyone curious, here is the Amazon link

Here is a similar, cheaper option

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

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

[LARGER PREMIUM 5 SET] 2 Compartment Glass Meal Prep Containers with Lifetime Lasting Snap Locking Lids Glass Food Containers BPA-Free, Microwave, Oven, Freezer and Dishwasher Safe (4.5 Cups, 36 Oz.) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0768T7CWC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_cq80AbS9CFZRD

[LARGER PREMIUM 5 SET] 2 Compartment Glass Meal Prep Containers with Lifetime Lasting Snap Locking Lids Glass Food Containers BPA-Free, Microwave, Oven, Freezer and Dishwasher Safe (4.5 Cups, 36 Oz.) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0768T7CWC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_RvbcBb4GY9QQJ

[5-Packs,36 Oz]Glass Meal Prep Containers 2 Compartments Portion Control with Upgraded Snap Locking Lids Glass Food Storage Containers BPA-Free, Microwave, Oven, Freezer and Dishwasher Safe (4.5 Cups) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CMRFZ9S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_yNhZBb6ETRD91

I luv these glass containers

Also these rubbermaid ones are good for snack prep

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B007SNEDAU/ref=pd_aw_sim_sbs_201_3?ie=UTF8&dpID=41FPUY2fOpL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL100_SR100%2C74_&psc=1&refRID=9VXSY7CPGQNVB9Z9XV62

This is the one I use and it has never leaked on me. It comes with a brick that you fill with water to make into an ice pack, clip on knife and fork, and dressing container. They sell one without the ice brick that is smaller capacity as well if that's more your style:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004R97IJ6/ref=pd_aw_sim_79_1?ie=UTF8&dpID=41aTuhVoK9L&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL100_SR100%2C72_&psc=1&refRID=4ZGF811BGPKQ2N0YTZZX

I use these Rubbermaid containers for my parts/portables/etc.

I have a couple for long-term/inactive storage and one on the desk with things I use daily (or nearly so), such as a small herb storage/grinder/tools/screens/concentrates/etc.

They are nice because they are sturdy, a convenient size for a variety of uses and also latch closed and seal.

I have these and while they're a little heavier than the regular ones because they're glass I really like them.

I'd recommend getting a Kitchen Safe if you're worried about going through it too quickly. It's a simple timer safe that you can set for up to 10 days, worst case you could break into with a power drill but hopefully you have enough self-control to not do that ;)

Breaking the vacuum, as described in the comments above, should help a lot with spillage.

And as for sealing, I find it much more convenient to use a plastic airtight container (the kind you might keep flour or something in). Here's the one I use. Here’s the one I use.

This can also be a help:

https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-Locking-Container-Height/dp/B00E92JXHG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1502737827&sr=8-1&keywords=time+lock+safe

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

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

they're talking about this type of container, it helps coffee stay fresher longer by protecting it from light and oxygen.

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

I have those/very similar. I think OP used [the same](Pyrex 18 Piece Simply Store Food Storage Set, Clear https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0157G34AY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_BbSSAbWXQM15X ). Probably the rectangular ones with the cyan lids. This set was on sale black friday and we picked up two.

I like the OXO Pop containers:

http://www.amazon.com/OXO-Rectangle-2-Quart-Storage-Container/dp/B000VJ7C2E/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1456956725&sr=8-3&keywords=oxo+pop

You can use something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Safe-White-Lid-Base/dp/B00E92JXHG/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1537879566&sr=8-2&keywords=timer+lock+box

I’ve found that the glass Rubbermaid containers like these are quiet.

Pyrex Simply Store Glass Rectangular and Round Food Container Set (18-Piece, BPA-free) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0157G34AY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_8bPkDbRGTDN7D

looks like these https://www.amazon.com/Container-Leakproof-Microwave-Dishwasher-Rectangle/dp/B0175EUOL8

+1 for the CV jars!!! Keeps all my nugs fresh and hides the smell

[Amazon - $23](http://www.CVault.com/ 373748670089 Humidity Control Airtight Stash Container by FreshStor, Small https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00H1F20AU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Ha-SBb40QVS5W)

If you want to avoid plastic, Pyrex makes a nice storage set and you don't have to worry about using the plastic deteriorating. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00005B8K5/ref=redir_mdp_mobile

For inside, this works great - Oxo Sealable Container. I use two - one for accessories and one for product. They do well to contain odor.

For public use, it's trickier. My impulse is to suggest "don't do it at all", as the police can be far from understanding and it may just not be worth it. That said, keeping it in a baggy, perhaps double or even triple bagged (the extra bags do help), may do the trick. Just make sure everything gets sealed properly.

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

> What’s there to prevent or learn for her?

One mediation might be a lockbox with a timer on it. After reading these Ambien stories, I will definitely have one around if there is any risk of amnesia with a medication.

I use an Airscape container. Pushes the air out, keeps coffee away from light, and it doesn't take up much space in the kitchen. Granted, I buy a bag as freshly roasted as possible and I usually finish it within 1-2 weeks.

I use these for cooking up things that I want as leftovers. And these for regular leftovers. They stack and clip together so it's easier to store. These were on sale at Walmart for $10 last time I was there.

The Sterilite ones listed below are awesome but mine discolred and the lids are hellish if they warp at all. The Costco kind even have "write on" tops so you can label them.

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

Step 1 - Donate all Tupperware, Gladware and other assorted containers and misc. mismatched lids.

Step 2 - Buy 3 sets of these: https://www.amazon.com/Reditainer-Storage-Containers-16-Ounce-36-Pack/dp/B00M9Z4SXY/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=reditainer&qid=1572559454&refinements=p_85%3A2470955011&rnid=2470954011&rps=1&sprefix=redditta&sr=8-3

1 set of 8 oz, 1 set of 16 oz, and one set of 32 oz.

They all use identical lids - never worry about not finding the right lid again.

It's something I have flirted with, but I'm too impatient and my SO is too lazy to stick with the regimen needed to make it work.

Doing it by yourself could be easier since it's just you and your keyholder source to keep you honest about your time in chastity. Some people get time-locked containers (like this one) to keep the key away from themselves.

That sense of powerlessness is heady stuff.

I want to be able to smoke but I have to buy by the ounce. Its the only way my connect sells. By the ounce. With my work schedule, I'm done work and home by 1:05pm. The weed sitting in the jar is like the equivalent of "money burning a hole in my pocket" and since I have it, I smoke it. I bought this time lock container and it's absolutely given me control (or taken it away, I guess) over weed. If I know I can't smoke it, I don't crave it. If I know I have if, I won't buy it. I now only smoke Fridays and Saturdays and it's locked the rest of the week. I've lost almost 10 pounds since buying it. I highly suggest it.

I am currently using one of these

http://www.amazon.com/Sistema-KLIP-IT-Salad-Lunchbox/dp/B004R97IJ6

I find the clips reassuring, and it comes with cutlery!

I've had one leak in about 3 months, but it was very very light ( i might not have sealed it totally) , and it was a very liquid curry.

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

Mines sort of like this but it collapses for storage

These work great for me. Carry in my backpack every day and no problems yet.


https://www.amazon.com/3-Pack-Glass-Meal-Prep-Containers/dp/B0175EUOL8

I have this kind: http://www.amazon.com/Pyrex-6021224-Storage-10-Piece-Clear/dp/B00005B8K5

I use one of the pyrex storage bowls. https://www.amazon.com/Pyrex-Simply-Store-10-Piece-Storage/dp/B00005B8K5

Never tried mason jars. I picked up a dozen Pyrex storage things (The two square ones) and use the little ones to pack lunches for the week.

As the majority of my lunches are homemade soups/stews, (I make gallons at a time) or rice/veggie-based, this makes it really convenient for portion control, and I can stack them.

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

Ammo can but seal the stuff on the inside in a mylar bag with oxygen absorbers (you can also use the blue at litter its the same thing in them as other dissicants). You can find various sizes relatively inexpensively on Amazonhttp://www.amazon.com/10-OxyFree-Absorbers-Freshness-Dehydrated/dp/B001Y0Y8C6