Hassle-Free Cooking — What I Wish I’d Known About HelloFresh
So, what is HelloFresh?
Of course, I’d heard about HelloFresh, who hasn’t? It’s all over social media. But I thought it was a bunch of hype. Then my friend Ciara posted photos of her HelloFresh Sesame Coated Chicken. And her kids were sitting at the table with smiling faces — all getting along!
I couldn’t believe it, because Ciara can’t cook. The last time she had me over for a meal, the roast beef was tough, she’d overcooked the carrots, and don’t talk to me about the lumpy potatoes. And here she was boasting about whipping up such a mouthwatering meal. There really must be something to HelloFresh.
I must admit the family is beyond busy these days. And who wants to be wasting hours in the kitchen — after working all day? So I looked into a recipe box delivery service.
HelloFresh is among the top recipe box companies in the world. And here in Ireland, it’s #1! I don’t know why it took me so long to enjoy the wonders of the box, the HelloFresh box.
Things I wish I had known about HelloFresh:
1 - Convenience
Between searching for recipes, finding quality ingredients, chopping and prepping, and cleaning up, cooking from scratch can be exhausting. And that’s before I even start.
HelloFresh sends everything I need for delicious, home-cooked meals. Their recipes start at 25 minutes and generally take about half an hour to prepare. Before you know it, you’re eating.
2 - Ingredients
Only the freshest of the fresh for HelloFresh. Their high-quality, seasonal ingredients are sourced from trusted suppliers with an emphasis on local sourcing and sustainability.
That’s admirable. But as always...the proof is in the pudding. Or the flavoursome Easy Bolognese Rigatoni.
3 - Fresh, healthy meals - Fresh, healthy lifestyle
From Calorie Smart to Protein Rich, their wholesome entrees are curated and developed by professional chefs. Fuel your healthy lifestyle with HelloFresh healthy meals.
Cajun-inspired Bell Pepper Linguine takes just 20 minutes to cook. And Spicy Sesame Pork Noodles 35 minutes — less time than take away. And far healthier.
4 - Variety is the spice of life
HelloFresh has 100+ recipes to choose from each month so it’s easy to expand your palate — and the kids’, too. Travel the world with their global cuisine.
Fancy a chipper but want something healthier? HelloFresh’s Ultimate Fish and Chipswith broccoli and parsley lemon aioli is just what you’ve been craving. Or bring the Bayou to you with the sensational Cajun Salmon and Colcannon — awesome Cajun/Irish fusion.
5 - Earth-Friendly
Each week, HelloFresh only buys the quantity of ingredients required to fill their customers’ orders. And on top of that they pre-portion all orders so you receive precisely what's needed, seriously reducing the food waste associated with supermarket shopping.
A HelloFresh’s Climate Conscious recipe like Pan-fried Cheese on Harissa Lentils produces at least 50% less carbon emissions than the average HelloFresh meal — but is just as yummy.
6 - Plans catering to all tastes & lifestyles
HelloFresh offers plans like Protein Rich, Classic, Family, Quick Cook (for busy weeknights), Veggie and Calorie Smart. There are additional options from their surcharge ranges: Premium (for special occasions), Street Food and Adventurous (for audacious tastes).
HelloFresh prices can start as low as €2.50 per serving for the family plan (with discount) — far less than takeaway! Personalise your menu, pause, reactivate, or opt out whenever you want.
7 - How much my family would enjoy it
No matter how fantastic that meal is, it isn’t just about food. It’s about family. Having a laugh. The kids chipping in to help chop and prep and set the table. And while I can’t say I’m a gourmet chef, I am getting so much handier in the kitchen. HelloFresh has put the joy back into cooking and gives us more time for family fun.
Convenience — High-quality — Distinctive flavours — Variety — Savings – Family. I’m sure I could come up with a half dozen more things I wish I’d known but this is a pretty good start.
Discover what I’ve discovered, and give HelloFresh a try.
