How to Spice Up Dinner Time When You Can't be Bothered to Cook

 

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Dinner time is a great opportunity to come together as a family, but sometimes the thought of
cooking dinner can be daunting. When you’ve had a busy (or bad) day at work, you’re tired, or you
have other things going on, sometimes the last thing you want to do is spend ages in the kitchen. But
don’t let that stop you from having fun at the dinner table. In this blog post, we’re going to run some ideas
to spice up dinner time when it feels like you just can’t be bothered to cook.

Cook With Your Kids

Invite your kids into the kitchen for an interactive cooking experience. Cooking with your kids teaches them
important life skills, plus it’s a great way for them to bond with you and have fun! Let them help you prepare
dinner—start off by letting them measure out ingredients or stir in seasonings. As they get more
comfortable in the kitchen, you can let them do more complicated tasks like cutting vegetables or forming
meatballs. Not only will this keep them engaged while dinner is being prepared, it’s also a great way to
bond as a family while teaching valuable skills all at once. And you can get your partner to clean up!

Take Advantage of Meal Delivery Services

If cooking really isn't your thing, there's no shame in taking advantage of restaurant delivery services or
meal subscription boxes that allow you to make delicious dinners without having to actually do any
cooking yourself. You can even find meal kits that include all of the ingredients that you need in order to
make complete meals without having to shop yourself. Plus, there’s also the option to order in from your
favorite bakery or deli locally too! There are dozens of meal delivery companies on the market these days,
so take some time to shop around and find one that fits your needs best. Plus, many offer discounts for
first-time customers so don't forget to ask about any deals before ordering.

Get Creative With Leftovers

Sometimes there's just not enough time during the weekdays for making full meals from scratch every
night. Instead of throwing out leftovers from previous meals, get creative and repurpose those items into
something new and exciting. For instance, if you have leftover mashed potatoes from Sunday lunch, whip
up some potato pancakes for Tuesday night's dinner. Or if you have extra veggies lying around in the
fridge—like bell peppers or spinach—they're perfect additions to omelettes or scrambles any day of the
week. Repurposing leftovers is an easy way to make sure nothing goes wasted while also putting together
quick and delicious meals throughout the week.

Eating Well When You Don’t Want to Cook

Making dinner doesn't have to be hard or boring. Spice up your mealtimes with these ideas and enjoy
spending quality time with your family at home while avoiding hours spent slaving over a hot stovetop.
From getting creative with leftovers to taking advantage of meal delivery services, there are plenty of
ways to make dinnertime fun even when it feels like you can't be bothered with cooking.