Portion Calculator
Results
Total Portions
10
Containers Needed
5
Servings per Container
2
Fill out the calculator form and click "Calculate Portions" to see your results
Portion Visualization
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Understanding Batch Cooking
What is Batch Cooking?
Batch cooking is the practice of preparing multiple meals at once, portioning them, and storing them for later consumption. This method saves time, money, and effort while ensuring you have healthy, homemade meals available throughout the week.
Benefits of Batch Cooking
- Saves time during busy weekdays
- Reduces food waste
- Controls portion sizes for health goals
- Saves money by buying ingredients in bulk
- Decreases reliance on takeout or processed foods
Calculation Formulas
Total Portions
How many individual servings your recipe will make
Total Portions = Total Recipe Weight ÷ Serving Size
Containers Needed
How many storage containers you'll need
Containers = Total Recipe Weight ÷ Container Size
(rounded up to the nearest whole number)
Servings per Container
How many portions fit in each container
Servings per Container = Container Size ÷ Serving Size
Batch Cooking Tips
Storage Guidelines
- Refrigerated meals: 3-4 days
- Frozen meals: 2-3 months
- Allow food to cool before storing
- Label containers with date and contents
- Use airtight containers to maintain freshness
Best Foods for Batch Cooking
- Soups and stews
- Casseroles
- Grain bowls
- Curries
- Pasta dishes
- Roasted vegetables
- Proteins (grilled chicken, meatballs)
Efficient Batch Cooking
- Plan your menu in advance
- Prep ingredients all at once
- Use slow cookers or pressure cookers
- Cook proteins in bulk
- Prepare different meals with similar ingredients
- Allow sufficient time (2-3 hours typically)