They say the world is built for two, and the world of food is no exception.
Similarly, it helps to get a handle on your true feelings on leftovers.
Finally, take a hard look at how much you eat out, without judgement or criticism.
Would I like to be the bang out of woman who starts every day with an kale-acai smoothie bowl?
You cant change me…Im a sea cow.
I know the motor boats are gonna hit me, but this is where I freaking swim!
when you land your lists in order, its time to head to the store.
This is mainly so I dont eat only cheese.
One Treat: A bottle of wine, a pint of ice cream, whatever.
One Dozen Eggs: Eggs are the best food for a single person to have around.
Finally dont forget the little extras that make you want to cook for yourself.
Dont even bother reheating leftover steak though,turn that business into a cold salad instead.
Make Friends with Your Freezer
Your freezer is your secret weapon in single-person food storage.
If none of that sounds appealing, there are always frozen burritos and Hot Pockets.
Sous vide Hot Pocketsare peak single-person food.
Illustration by Angelica Alzona.
Photos byaehdeschaine,Caden Crawford,Stephen Yeargin, andKathleen Franklin.
