Food
How to Meal Prep for the Week on a Budget (UK Guide)
90 minutes on Sunday saves £30–£60/week. The parallel-cooking method, cheap staple ingredients, and 5 prep meals that don’t bore.
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October 17, 2026
90 minutes on Sunday saves £30–£60/week. The parallel-cooking method, cheap staple ingredients, and 5 prep meals that don’t bore.
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A UK family of four spends £100–£200/week on food. Typical breakdowns, the biggest savings levers, and the £60/month waste problem.