Brace yourselves for the most hectic time of the year! September on the calendar traditionally marks the start of the busiest months of the year.
New school schedules, packed work agendas, sports practice and hobbies: the start of the school year often feels like pure chaos. That’s when it’s most important to stay in control in the kitchen. Putting a homemade meal on the table doesn’t have to be difficult – all you need is good planning and the right cookware!
With these 5 tips, weeknight cooking becomes much simpler.
When everyone comes home hungry, speed matters.
Aluminum pots and pans heat up super quickly and spread heat evenly. That saves both time and energy.
👉 Example: a quick portion of gnocchi with spinach and bacon is ready in under 15 minutes in a lightweight aluminum pan.
Product tip: a lightweight aluminum pan or pot is ideal for weeknight meals.
Why stress every day if you can just cook extra? With a large pot, you can easily prepare double portions. Eat half right away, and store the rest in the fridge or freezer for later in the week.
👉 Example: bake a savory quiche with goat cheese and vegetables on Sunday. Enjoy some immediately and keep the rest for lunch or dinner on busy days.
Product tip: a large pot (6–10 L) helps you prepare big batches in one go.
Use a quiet moment on the weekend to set up a base for the week ahead. Classics like beef stew or chicken pot pie are perfect: they reheat easily and often taste even better the next day.
👉 Example: prepare a big pot of stew or creamy chicken vol-au-vent. Serve one portion right away and save the rest for later in the week.
Product tip: a casserole or sauté pan is perfect for slow simmering and building rich flavors.
No time (or mood) for stews?
Get ahead in other ways: chop your veggies in advance for the busiest days, or bake a quiche to split up. Half is eaten right away, the other half becomes a quick lunch or dinner on hectic days.
Why dirty five pots when one is enough? One-pan meals save you time and reduce the pile of dishes. Sear meat or fish, add veggies and finish off with pasta, rice or noodles.
👉 Example: a spicy stir-fry with shrimp and snow peas – ready in 15 minutes in one wok. Or try a quick Italian pasta with shrimp, cooked in a single sauté pan!
Product tip: a wok or deep sauté pan is your best friend for fast one-pan meals.
Leftovers don’t need to be boring. With small extras, yesterday’s soup, sauce or pasta can easily turn into something new.
👉 Example: reheat leftover quiche or pasta and pair it with a fresh salad. Or toast some pine nuts in a small frying pan and sprinkle them over spinach pasta – instant upgrade.
Product tip: a small frying pan is ideal for quickly roasting toppings or herbs that give leftovers a whole new life.
A stress-free back-to-school season doesn’t mean spending hours in the kitchen. Cooking smart with aluminum for speed, a big pot for batch cooking, a casserole for Sunday classics, a wok or sauté pan for one-pan meals, and a bit of creativity with leftovers will give you both structure and peace of mind.
With the right Beka cookware, homemade cooking stays within reach – even on the busiest school and workdays.
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