This post is sponsored by Blue Apron
It’s surprising how disorienting it feels when painters and contractors turn your home upside down. Even when you’re excited to start a long-awaited project, it’s awkward to move around with furniture covered in plastic or pushed into other rooms. Still, the progress makes the disruption worthwhile.
Our living room was a perfect example of the remodel chaos—dining table hidden somewhere beneath the piles. Knowing painters were arriving, we made a point of enjoying one last relaxed meal at the table before the work began. I was especially glad we had a Blue Apron meal on hand: everything was portioned and ready to cook, which made one less thing to worry about during the hectic day.
The recipe we chose was seared chicken with miso udon noodles, served with sautéed sugar snap peas and pea tips. I hadn’t cooked udon noodles before, and while I don’t claim to be an adventurous chef, Blue Apron consistently introduces me to new ingredients and recipes I wouldn’t try otherwise.
I appreciate Blue Apron because the ingredients arrive pre-measured and ready to use, saving time on shopping and prep. That convenience is a big win when life is busy or the house is in upheaval. And as it turned out, udon noodles are a new favorite—delicious and easy to prepare.
The meal was something I wouldn’t have created on my own, but it was simple and flavorful—and definitely worth repeating. My daughter Courtney and I enjoy cooking together when our Blue Apron box arrives. The guys in the house always start circling the kitchen early because they know dinner will be good.
On this order we also tried a couple of kitchen tools from the Blue Apron Market. The thick Boos cutting board is exceptionally sturdy, and a very sharp knife made prep quicker and easier—reminding me how much difference good tools make in the kitchen.
Blue Apron consistently delivers high-quality ingredients in a refrigerated box to ensure freshness and convenience. The service offers flexible plan options and recipes that bring variety to weeknight dinners without requiring extensive prep work.
- Choose between a two-person meal plan or a family plan to suit your household.
- Most recipes range from 500 to 800 calories per person, helping with portion control and balanced meals.
- Ingredients are sourced from trusted suppliers and artisans committed to quality and freshness.
- All meals are designed to be prepared in 40 minutes or less, ideal for busy evenings.
Soon our dining room will be fully painted and we’ll move the table back in. We’re looking forward to sitting down for another relaxed meal together. If you’d like to try Blue Apron, there’s a limited discount offer that includes three free meals for new customers.
Blue Apron discount offer:
The first readers who sign up can receive three free Blue Apron meals on their first order. It’s a great way to try the service and discover new recipes without committing long term. You can choose your meal plan and cancel at any time.
Enjoy!
This post was sponsored by Blue Apron.