What's Changed in My Life, My Kitchen, and Prep Dish | EP#297
Meal Prep Monday Podcast™
In episode 297, Prep Dish founder Allison Schaaf returns to the Meal Prep Monday podcast with updates on family life, meal planning, and what's happening behind the scenes at Prep Dish. She shares about raising four kids, taking a month-long family trip to Japan, homeschooling, and what's growing in her garden. Allison also talks about the meal-planning routines that are still working for her family, from protein-focused breakfasts and slow cooker dinners to getting the kids involved in the kitchen. Plus, she shares a sneak peek at an exciting new Prep Dish project focused on making years of...
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Updated Systems That Are Working Right Now | EP#296
Meal Prep Monday Podcast™
In episode 296, Prep Dish founder Allison Schaaf shares what’s currently supporting her family’s rhythm with four kids, homeschooling, and travel. She covers protein-focused breakfasts, morning routines, daily walks, lifting habits, and simple systems that make busy days feel smoother. Allison also shares brief updates on homeschooling and world schooling, and how intentional rhythms create space for what matters most. Referenced episodes and resources: 👉 High Protein Breakfast Rotation (family friendly!) | EP#235 🎧 Guest appearance on The Lively Show: 🗺 Bright Standards on...
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The Systems That Make Family Dinner Possible l EP#295
Meal Prep Monday Podcast™
In episode 295, Prep Dish founder Allison Schaaf shares the practical systems that make family dinners happen in her home. She talks through deciding that dinner together matters, choosing a realistic time, using the calendar as a guide, and simplifying groceries and meal planning so dinner doesn’t rely on motivation alone. She also references her breakfast rotation as another example of how simple food systems reduce daily decision fatigue. 👉 My breakfast rotation episode: Want 2 weeks of FREE Prep Dish meal plans, including our Super Fast meal plans? Go to → Join us on social media-...
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The One Rhythm We Protect Every Night l EP#294
Meal Prep Monday Podcast™
In episode 294, Prep Dish founder Allison Schaaf shares why family dinner remains a consistent rhythm in her home, how it supports connection and emotional health, and why eating together early in the evening works best for their season of life. Want 2 weeks of FREE Prep Dish meal plans, including our Super Fast meal plans? Go to → Join us on social media- Get 14 days of FREE Prep Dish meal plans →
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On A Break (Returning Jan 2026)
Meal Prep Monday Podcast™
Hi friends! Just a quick note to say that the Meal Prep Monday podcast is taking a break and will return in January 2026. 🎧 In the meantime, feel free to explore our 290+ past episodes filled with meal prep tips, time-saving strategies, and healthy eating ideas (and more!). There's plenty to catch up on! 💌 And don’t forget, you can still grab 2 weeks of FREE Prep Dish meal plans, including our Super Fast plans → Join us on social media— 📘 📸 Instagram →
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Inside the Systems That Run My Life | EP#293
Meal Prep Monday Podcast™
In this episode, Prep Dish founder Allison Schaaf shares a behind-the-scenes look at the systems that shape her daily life, from health routines and homeschool rhythms to social connection, faith, and even how Prep Dish itself fits in as a system for achieving goals with meaning. Want 2 weeks of FREE Prep Dish meal plans, including our Super Fast meal plans? Go to → Join us on social media— 📘 📸 Instagram →
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Need Help with Lunches? | EP#292
Meal Prep Monday Podcast™
In episode 292, Prep Dish founder Allison Schaaf shares an exciting new workshop all about tackling one of the trickiest mealtime challenges: packed lunches. Whether you're packing for kids, yourself, or the whole family, this workshop is packed with ideas to simplify the process and keep lunches stress-free. 🎓 Sign up for the lunch workshop here → 💡 This workshop was inspired by a recent survey where over 200 of you asked for help with lunches — so don't miss it! Want 2 weeks of FREE Prep Dish meal plans, including our Super Fast meal plans? Go to → Join us on social media—...
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New Biz Announcement! | EP#291
Meal Prep Monday Podcast™
In episode 291, Prep Dish founder Allison Schaaf shares an exciting new project, a new business centered around family, adventure, and a love for the U.S. National Parks. In this episode she shares more about this undertaking (and re-assures you that Prep Dish is going nowhere!). Tune in to hear about the journey and check out the links below to follow along- Links mentioned in this episode: 🗺 Website → 🛒 Shop the Amazon Store → 📸 Follow along on Instagram → @scratchandexplore Want 2 weeks of FREE Prep Dish meal plans, including our Super Fast meal plans? Go to → Join...
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Homeschooling / Life Update l EP#290
Meal Prep Monday Podcast™
In episode 290, Prep Dish founder Allison Schaaf gives an update on undertaking homeschooling, implementing points for travel, visions of world schooling and more. Want 2 weeks of FREE Prep Dish meal plans, including our Super Fast meal plans? Go to → Join us on social media- Get 14 days of FREE Prep Dish meal plans →
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2 Lunch Strategies That Work l EP#289
Meal Prep Monday Podcast™
In episode 289, Prep Dish founder Allison Schaaf discusses 2 strategies for lunches. Want 2 weeks of FREE Prep Dish meal plans, including our Super Fast meal plans? Go to → Join us on social media- Get 14 days of FREE Prep Dish meal plans →
info_outlineIn episode 278, Prep Dish founder Allison Schaaf talks about four time management hacks she is leaning into now that she has gone from 3 kids to 4.
If you want to learn more about her journey through adoption, check out the Miscarriage Hope Desk substack- http://miscarriagehopedesk.substack.com
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