Life is busy! And if answering “What’s for dinner?” one more time makes you want to scream, the thought of cooking a homemade meal for your family can feel downright impossible. That’s why Allyse started Beehive Meals—to help busy families make family dinners effortless, nutritious, and budget-friendly. By consistently using your Beehive Meals subscription, you’re ensuring that at least ten meals each month are taken care of. No last-minute fast-food runs, no stress—just delicious, slow cooker freezer meals ready when you need them.

The Benefits of Family Dinners

According to The Family Dinner Project, regular family dinners contribute to:

• Better academic performance

• Higher self-esteem

• Greater sense of resilience

• Healthier eating patterns

• Stronger family connections

• And much more!

By consistently using your Beehive Meals subscription, you’re committing to your family’s health and well-being. Home-cooked meals are not only healthier, but they also cost significantly less than eating out.

We want you to be successful, so here’s how to make the most of your Beehive Meals subscription and ensure your family reaps the full benefits of sitting down together as a family for dinner: 

1. Use a Slow Cooker with a Timer or Delayed Start

Owning a slow cooker with a timer or delayed start function is a game-changer. You can load your pre-prepared crockpot dinner in the morning, set the timer, and come home to a perfectly cooked meal. No hovering over a stove, no last-minute scrambling—just set it and forget it.

Here are some slow cooker and instant pots we love! 

2. Utilize Beehive Meals’ Monthly Menu Printables

We provide monthly menu printables to help you plan your meals efficiently. Having a visual guide of what’s in your freezer makes meal planning simple and keeps you from resorting to unhealthy, last-minute options. 

3. Set a Reminder in your Phone

A simple phone reminder can help ensure you never forget to either pull out a meal from the freezer the night before to thaw OR put one in the crockpot frozen in the morning. Waking up to a quick notification saying, “Put Beehive Meal in Slow Cooker” is an easy way to stay on track.

4. Use Crockpot Liners for Easy Cleanup

Want to make using Beehive Meals even easier? Invest in crockpot liners. These disposable liners mean minimal clean up—just cook, serve, and toss the liner when you’re done. Your slow cooker stays clean and ready for your next meal.

5. Plan Sides in Advance

While Beehive Meals provides a main course, you may want to add sides like rice, vegetables, or a salad. Take a few minutes to place a grocery order for the week or two ahead so you always have the perfect accompaniments on hand.

6. Follow our “Dinner Planning with Allyse” Guides

Our “Dinner Planning with Allyse” monthly guides help you organize your monthly meals effortlessly. By planning in advance, you reduce decision fatigue and ensure that your family sticks to a healthy eating pattern.

Make a Good Choice for Your Family and Stick With It

Fast food may seem convenient, but it comes at the cost of nutrition and your wallet. At Beehive Meals, we offer an easy, affordable way to ensure that your family enjoys homemade, nutritious dinners without the stress of meal prep. Future you will thank you for making the choice to be consistent with family dinners. 

Have questions about how we can help you achieve successful family dinners? We're happy to help! Head to our customer service page for more information.