The leaves are getting browner, the weather is getting chillier and the days are getting shorter. To help you fully settle into the autumn months, here are some useful tips for you and the family.

Berries in the morning

With less natural sunlight and opportunities to spend time outdoors, it’s important for the family to maintain vitamin intake. Making frozen smoothies that contain frozen fruit is a healthy way to start your day. Plus, by using frozen fruit you don’t need ice cubes for a nice cold smoothie!

Friday treat

Give the kids something to look forward to with a fun kitchen activity on Friday.

Here is a quick and easy meal idea that the kids can help with and get creative.

Plan your meals in advance

Sticking to a plan stops you coming home from the supermarket with too much food, but no real idea of what you are going to cook. Planning won’t just cut back on waste; it will save you a lot of time and money as well!

We have a Fresh from the Freezer app that can prove useful when doing your weekly shop with plenty of delicious meal ideas.

Write a list of what’s in your freezer

Or, if you don’t have time to write a list, snap a quick pic of your freezer on your phone before you head out the door. This way, when you are out completing your weekly shop, you won’t accidentally buy something you don’t need or already have plenty of.

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