Kitchen Prescription with Kelsey Nixon

A spring break "staycation" is here for my family, but I know we never get a break from deciding what to make for dinner. Let's discuss how we can calm the overwhelm through my meal prep formula. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I'm back in the office again to answer your questions and provide solutions to solve your kitchen woes. Let's tackle "car dinner", investing in kitchen confidence, and how to take the overwhelm out of recipe organization. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’ve got family coming for both Easter and Spring Break so the next 10 days are going to be FULL. I’ve been thinking about my Easter plan for a few weeks now and I’m excited to break it all down for you in this episode. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you feel bored with dinner? Are you stuck making the same recipes over and over again and looking for a way out? Let's get to the root of your boredom and try some new solutions at meal time. I've been in your shoes and know how frustrating this can be, are you ready? Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you find yourself in the "blah" weeks between winter and spring, I'd like to encourage you to mix up your routine while keeping things simple. For me, that means shopping at one store and introducing some bold flavors to our weekly meal plan. Whether you're a devoted Trader Joe's shopper or looking for inspiration for your first trip, tune in to hear the 6 ingredients I swear end up in my red cart every trip. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today I'm in the kitchen to answer your cooking related questions and honestly, it's my favorite part of the job. I love to help people develop a simple dinner system to feed their loved ones. Let's tackle your questions, dive into my favorite new 5 ingredient recipes, and discuss items that made my life easier this week. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is there anything that’s better than someone bringing you dinner? I’m convinced that one of the best gifts you can give or receive is a home cooked meal. But sometimes that idea of doing this for a friend or family member in need can be overwhelming. I'm here to help you develop a system to support your people when they are going through a difficult season of life. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Isn't it time to say "goodbye" to the old way of cooking? Trying to keep your screen on and squinting to see ingredients in an instagram reel caption, if you can even find where you saw it... Sound familiar? Let's gather and build a recipe binder that works for you and your family in this chapter of life. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I helped my friend organize her pantry and I left feeling so inspired to share my pantry best practices with you. Part of my simple dinner system is shopping from my kitchen, and I can't succeed if I can't see where things belong. The first step, take everything out! Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever had the urge to stock your freezer to save you time in a stressful week or to bring meals to a loved one going though a hard time? The recipes I've developed for February are all about cooking once and eating twice to get the most out of your hard work in the kitchen. Plus, my favorite freezer meal prep tools! Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I've been on such a soup kick! I'm excited to share my formula for amazing homemade soups with you! If you have family members who aren't convinced that soup can be a full meal, I'm here to change their minds one bowl at a time. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you find meal planning to be overwhelming? It's the same feeling as when you look in your closet and feel like you have nothing to wear... decision fatigue! Let's chat today about how to set yourself up -- and your recipe binder -- for success in 2024. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to 2024! Let this podcast be the soundtrack to planning simple + delicious meal habits that your family can stick to in this season of life. Today I'm sharing the one change I'm making to our dinner routine to ease the burden of dinner drama in my house. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you preparing to host over the holidays, or looking for a way to help your family as you stay with them for Christmas? THIS is the episode to listen to while you make your last minute grocery shopping list and pack the car. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we are officially halfway through December, I plan to get into the kitchen and make some sweet and savory gifts to give. Do you have a tradition of gifting something homemade for the holidays? Here are my favorite ideas to get you started, along with 3 recipes for your meal plan this week! Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you heard of a Favorite Things Party? This time of year I love to share what made my life easier since so many of my friends have given me gems of ideas from their lives. From kitchen tools to morning routines, I pull back to curtain to show you what has kept me going in this chapter of life. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you've been as busy as I have this week, running between festive functions and putting up decorations, then this episode is for you. I'm sharing my advice for embracing soup season and tips for how to get dinner on the table this December for your family. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever found yourself standing in a loved one's kitchen, with empty hands and no idea how to help out? Listen up! Let's talk more about preparing for the holiday season this week as I share my best tips for how to be an ideal guest at Thanksgiving. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I'm sharing highlights from organizing my mother's new kitchen and my first time at Pinners. I'm also playing an encore of last year's episode that has every tip you need to enjoy hosting Thanksgiving this year. Have you started your Thanksgiving prep yet? Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're kicking off the holidays with my favorite tips for hosting. Is looking at your family calendar already causing panic? This episode will give you everything you need to be a confident host and actually enjoy the season of giving this year. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I'm celebrating the launch of my first product, The Recipe Binder, and sharing the story of how it all came to be. I'm so excited to bring you this dinner fatigue solution, a tool designed to help you establish meal planning habits that stick. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Making dinner easier shouldn't be a secret. This week I'm sharing how I solved all of the kitchen frustrations in this chapter of life with this simple dinner system and a physical hub for my recipes + meal planning. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When life feels extra crazy and you feel like you’re never home, this is the episode to get you through dinner without scrambling. Dinner in the car, on the beach, or the baseball bleachers, let's get creative about how (and where) to feed our people. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are lots of kitchen items I buy from physical stores and small businesses but sometimes Amazon is exactly what I need to help me get dinner on the table. This week I'm sharing my rockstar kitchen items from Amazon + 3 recipes for your meal plan. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you like to cook but hate deciding what to make? This week I'm sharing my system for fighting fatigue in the kitchen. Let's get inspired again by planning some theme nights, sticking to favorites and even planning some "Restaurant Rescue Meals" together. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Making meals on a busy weeknight can be a hassel. This week I'm sharing the 5 tools I call my BFFs in the kitchen. Are you ready to be inspired by the 5 ingredient recipes on this week's meal plan and to take inventory of these kitchen essentials? Let's get started! Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your favorite meal planning podcast is back from summer vacation with new tricks to get weeknight dinner on the table! This week I share my love for 5 ingredient recipes and why you should jump on the 5 ingredient train with us over in Recipe Club. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is there anything better than someone making YOU dinner? In this episode I share my thoughts on Mother's Day along with my best suggestions for dropping off meals for family, friends, or someone you know in need. Learn how to start a meal train, what to make and what to bring it in -- I'm so excited to share this with you this month! Have you tried my Baked Ziti recipe yet? Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I can’t believe that we’re wrapping up the complete kitchen refresh this week! As you know I’ve opened every single cupboard, cabinet, and drawer in my kitchen to show you the kitchen products and tools that I swear by in addition to a deep dive on how I like to organize each space to maintain some sort of order in the kitchen. We’re just about to wrap up our final week focusing on storage and cleaning. I want to run through each day and discuss the highlights when it comes to my recommendations and questions I’ve received from both Recipe Club members and other on instagram.Let's clean it up! Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I’ve had a blast taking you through an in-depth tour of my kitchen this month where I’m opening every single cupboard, cabinet, and drawer in my kitchen to show you the kitchen products and tools that I swear by. This week we continue with part 3, in which we tackled: Baking supplies Measure Drawer Mixing Drawer Baking Dishes Small Appliances Oddly Shaped + Big Ready to dive in? Join Recipe Club before the end of April for the first 30 DAYS FREE! Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As you know… this month I’m opening every single cupboard, cabinet, and drawer in my kitchen to show you the kitchen products and tools that I swear by. I’m also doing a deep dive on how I like to organize each space to maintain some sort of order in the kitchen. We’re just about to wrap up week two with a bang and it’s been a blast. I want to run through each day and discuss the highlights when it comes to my recommendations and questions I’ve received from both Recipe Club members and others on instagram. Buckle up and let's get started! Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I have a theory that the ease of cooking weeknight dinner is far more impacted by the things contained behind your kitchen cabinets and in your kitchen drawers that what it looks like on the outside. Not only that but the importance of those things having a designated space where they live in order. This week kicks off The Complete Kitchen Refresh, are you in?Sign up for daily refresh emails here: READY TO REFRESH Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Spring! Or is it…it seems like most of my family and friends see that the calendar indicates spring, but really it still feels like winter where they are. Even in here in California where we usually have very little to complain about when it comes to the weather…it has been unseasonably cold and rainy. Regardless, it's time to shake off that dinner rut and dive into a Complete Kitchen Refresh! Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I’ve moved 8 times in the past 14 years. That’s a lot…The one good thing about this is that it means that I’ve lived in and cooked out of 8 different kitchens in adulthood. Today I'll be sharing with you some tips for moving into the new heart of your home that you may not have ever thought of, along with three simple meals for your family this week!Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I've been a devoted fan of Trader Joe's for well over a decade and since February is the month of love I've dedicated this month to TJ in my Recipe Club. On today's episode I'm sharing with you all of my favorite items that land in my cart. If you're a TJ newbie or a seasoned pro, you'll find something new to try so tune in! Looking for dinner solutions and my Ultimate Trader Joe's Guide? Join Recipe Club! Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At least once a year, I like to do a deep dive in my fridge, freezer, and pantry. Clean out anything that’s expired, unused, or quite frankly forgotten about. Today I'll be sharing the step-by-step process I like to follow when it comes to cleaning out these spaces along with three simple recipes for your meal plan this week.Ready for the solution to your dinner time decision fatigue? CLICK HERE Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're in a busy chapter of life at my house and in this episode I'm sharing with you the list that saves dinner for my family from falling into stressful chaos each week. Greatest Hits aren't just for music anymore! I'm setting my family up for success while I travel for work this week with three simple recipes from Recipe Club that will work for your family too.Interested in the recipes mentioned on the podcast? Join us in Recipe Club!Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a new year and there’s lots of talk about resolutions, goal setting, even “words” for the year. It’s a great time for resetting and self reflection – I happen to love it, but whether your personality loves the practice of goal setting or not, I think this is a great time to think about whether or not you’re satisfied with your routine surrounding cooking and breaking bread with your people. So today we’re going to chat a bit about how you could re-establish some habits or systems to make dinner time feel a bit easier, plus 3 simple recipes for you meal plan this week!Check out Recipe Club: CLICK HERELooking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are smack dab in the middle of the holidays – cookie exchanges, choir concerts, class parties, work celebrations, favorite things parties, etc…you get the idea. Over the past couple of weeks I’ve started to get a handful of questions that I thought would be really helpful to share here on the podcast. Looking for easy weeknight meals? Check out Recipe Club!Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many of us have a tradition of making something in our kitchens and gifting it to neighbors, friends, teachers, etc. But it’s not hard for that tradition to feel a bit overwhelming during the holidays, so we’ll break down some easy recipes, packaging suggestion, and maybe even a few corny tag lines you could use this week.Ready to solve the challenge of weeknight dinner fatigue? Join Recipe Club! Click here to learn more.Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most of the messaging out there surrounding Thanksgiving is all about how to host Thanksgiving. But I'm convinced that it’s just as important to be a good guest as it is a good host. So, in today's episode we’re going to break down some do’s and don’ts of being a guest a Thanksgiving this year... bring those potatoes already warm!Interested in more easy, weeknight meal ideas? Check out Recipe ClubLooking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s official…with us crossing the line from October to November, the holidays are here. Every year on November first I begin thinking about Thanksgiving. It’s arguably the most memorable meal of the year and for as wonderful and tradition filled as it is, it can also be incredibly overwhelming and stressful. (especially if you’re hosting) So today we’re going to dive into the steps I always take to set myself up for success when it comes to your Thanksgiving Feast.During the month of November use the code: THANKFUL at checkout to get 20% off a Recipe Club membership plus a BONUS Thanksgiving Guide + Recipes that walk you through everything you need to know for pulling off a successful Thanksgiving feast. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recipe Club is turning ONE! Can you believe it? Recipe Club has represented a HUGE shift in my career that has been motivated by genuinely helping those of you who have followed and supported me for so many years. It was one year ago that I officially put a stake in a ground and made a massive change to build a business that was focused on helping people get dinner on the table. I’m excited to share the story with you…and teaser, it involves a member of N’Sync and Wilson Phillips. Plus 3 simple and delicious meals to add to your menu for this week!For more 5 ingredient recipes, follow me on Instagram @kelseynixonInterested in joining Recipe Club? CLICK HERELooking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes you really don’t want to cook — either because you’re too tired or simply don’t like cooking — but whether you like it or not, you still have to feed yourself and your family. What you need to make this bearable is a simple plan, and a handful of satisfying meals that don’t require a ton of effort. In this episode, I share my tips for breaking that dinner frustration.For recipes and links to resources discussed in today's episode, follow me on Instagram @kelseynixonLooking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week we talked all about the benefits of family dinners and in order to ensure more of those in my own home we've decided to make a game of it that I'm calling Dinners to Disney. On this episode you'll hear 3 simple meal ideas to add to your menu this week and how my family and I have developed the system to spend more time together each night and look forward to a fun outing together.For more about the recipes mentioned in this episode, visit me on Instagram @kelseynixonCheck out my best recipes in Recipe Club every month!Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you've been with me on this journey for a while you'll know a little bit about why I value breaking bread with my family at the dinner table. Today, we're diving deep into the importance of family dinner and the research behind why it is so beneficial for everyone in your household. I invite you to incorporate some of our family traditions and recipes at your table this week.For more about the recipes featured in this episode, follow me on Instagram @kelseynixonLooking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week is all about my favorites from Costco. I've been a member for years, nearly decades, and I can't wait to share with you the secret to making a quick and easy weeknight dinner for my family using 5 or 6 Costco staples. Although I usually get our order through delivery, you can't beat the samples and the occasional Hot Dog... even Julia Child was a fan! What are your go-to Kirkland products? For more about the recipes and items that I mentioned in this week's episode, follow me over on Instagram @kelseynixonLooking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whether she's making a Recipe Club recipe, a classic family recipe from scratch, or boxed mac and cheese and chicken nuggets…this week's episode is all about the 3 essential tools Kelsey uses every single night when preparing dinner. Also, the dinner your family will love to enjoy... Salsa Chicken Skillet!For full recipes and product links, visit https://kelseynixon.com/podcast30/Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Put on your parka, this week Kelsey is diving into the Freezer! Martha's favorite Sloppy Janes and Breakfast Tacos will help simplify your meal plan as we continue to adjust to the end of Summer. Have you ever thought to label your freezer drawers? Grab a marker and get started!Check out Recipe Club, links and more by visiting the show notes: Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Kelsey‘s kids are heading back to school so that means it’s time to dust off the lunchboxes and get packing. Have you ever thought of having your kids pack their own lunch? Kelsey talks about that controversial topic and shares three easy recipes to avoid burnout at the dinner table.For full recipes and links, check out the show notes: https://kelseynixon.com/podcast028/Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.