5 Meal Planning Mistakes You Are Making (And How to Fix Them)

Meal planning should save you time and money. If it doesn't, you might be falling for these common traps.

• Mistake 1: Not checking your pantry first. Always start your meal plan based on what you already own.
• Mistake 2: Planning complicated meals every night. Stick to the 80/20 rule: 80% simple staple meals, 20% new recipes.