Prepare at least one meal a day

Start with simple recipes that take 30 minutes or less. Consider batch cooking on weekends and reheating during the week. Look for recipes with minimal prep time or use pre-cut vegetables to save time. You can also involve family members to make cooking more efficient and enjoyable.

Begin with simple dishes like scrambled eggs with vegetables, sheet pan dinners with protein and vegetables, simple pasta dishes, or grain bowls with canned beans and fresh vegetables. Look for recipes with fewer than 5 ingredients and minimal cooking steps.

Listen to music or podcasts while cooking, involve friends or family, try new recipes that excite you, and focus on the creative aspects rather than seeing it as a chore. Start with cuisines you enjoy eating, and gradually expand your skills and repertoire.

Start with fundamental skills like chopping vegetables, cooking rice, making a basic sauce, and preparing simple proteins like eggs or chicken. Learn to read recipes, measure ingredients, and understand basic cooking terms. Online videos and cooking classes can be helpful resources.