Microwaveable Meals in a Minute

I'll admit, I have not even thought about this blog since the start of the semester...but don't worry...I have many new recipes to share! However, I thought tonight would be a great opportunity to share some of the do's and don'ts of microwaveable meals I have learned over the past few months.

I know that this is a cooking blog, but we all know that college students do not always have the time to sit down and cook a meal every night. These are great to bring to work too!

First, be sure to remember to check the ingredient listing!

Pre-cooked meals typically carry 25-50% of the recommended amount of sodium for the day...!

With that in mind, I have found that Lean Cuisine and usually range from 24-35% recommended sodium...high, but not the worst I have found! Some of my favorites include:

• Chicken with Almonds
• Cheese Ravioli
• Four Cheese Cannelloni
  

On the other hand...I have had really bad experiences with these, as well. I would not recommend:

• Lemongrass Chicken
• Asian Style Potstickers
  

I haven't tried all of the varieties since I try to stay within the 200-calorie range and lower on the sodium scale. But, I have heard many recommendations for the dishes with higher calorie counts.

Other great sources for frozen meals are Smart Ones, Stouffer's, and even restaurant chain's like Friday's and P.F. Chang's. Just be sure to check the sodium levels! Feel free to try crazy varieties of frozen meals...trust me, you can be happily surprised when you find a delicious one! Find some that you like and enjoy!