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This Trick Saves Me $$$ on Vacation

Published 2 months ago • 1 min read

Good morning,

I (Rachel) have made food ahead of time and taken it on vacation for YEARS. Here's why:

  • It can save hundreds of dollars by not eating out every meal.
  • When a meal is already prepped, I'm freed up to spend more time having fun with my family.
  • It's an easy alternative if you don't want to navigate crowded restaurants.

We wanted to make vacation meal prep easy for you, too. So, I’ve rounded up the best freezer meals to take on vacation, as well as expert tips for prepping and transporting them.

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Road Trip Cards

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Reader Review:

Caesar Pasta Salad

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"SOOOOOO GOOD! The texture as a whole was so amazing and the flavor of the dressing was top tier. 100% recommend!!" - Molly

Have a great week,

Rachel and Polly

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Rachel and Polly from Thriving Home

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