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How to Make Food Prep More Fun

In preparation for Whole30 AIP Challenge Chris and I did some shopping at Bed, Bath and Beyond. I wanted him to have some of the tools that make living the AIP lifestyle easier. Here are a few of things he bought and the reasons why I suggested them.  This is a sponsored post that contains affiliate links. But, I would never recommend something that I don't personally use and endorse.


Salad Spinner

I’ve been eating a lot of salads with lots of greens.  When I clean them and spin them in the salad spinner it just seems better.  The greens are crisper and they seem to last longer.  I keep them in a large Ziplock page with a paper towel to attract an moister the spinner didn’t remove.  I also have a bag full ready to make a quick salad. The spinner is a great thing!


Mandolin
Years ago I bought a mandolin at a Pampered Chef party.  It sat in a cupboard and I used it occasionally. UNTIL . . . I started eating AIP and now I use the thing all the time.  It is great for slicing and dicing veggies.  A mandolin is a essential for making veggie chips, along with my trusty dehydrator. (But, you can do it in the oven too.)

   
Spiralizer

The spiralizer is something I love!!  I really miss noodles and this makes the pain of not eating noodles nearly non-existent.  Zucchini noodles are awesome and sweet potato noodles are so yummy.  I mad some Paleo Pad Thai with zucchini noodles that was delicious.  Check out The Spunky Coconut, she has some wonderful Paleo Pasta recipes. If you are a noodle person, then you have to get a spiralizer.  Don’t cheap out on these, the better ones are more heavy duty and do a better job. 


 
Foodsaver


For Christmas a couple of years go my parents gave me a Foodsaver.  It is fantastic.  I use it all the time and it keeps things fresh.  I use it to individually package proteins and freeze. I use it for veggies, meats and most anything that will fit in one of the bags.  The great part is the bags can be washed and reused and can be purchased pretty cheaply at Walmart.  It is a winner! I highly recommend picking up a handheld Foodsaver - easy to use and works great!


Brita Water Filter

Brita is my go-to water filter system.  They come in a variety of types.  There are of plenty of others.  Chris decided to go with one that hooks up to your sink. They bought a Culligan under sink filter system.  Whatever you choose, the important things is to drink lots of fresh, clean water!

Setting your life up so that it is easier to prepare and store food will contribute to your success. Spending some money on a few new gadgets can help in ways you never expected.