Traybakes are great – they allow you to create a whole meal in a single dish, minimising washing up while maximising flavour – but if you are falling into the trap of boring or repetitive traybakes, read on for inspiration.
Making the perfect traybake
A brilliant traybake delivers a range of textures and colours while capitalising on complementary flavours. Rather than just throwing together what ingredients are left in your fridge at the end of the week, plan your meals to incorporate a healthy balance of proteins, starches and vegetables. By being intentional about your meal prep, you will automatically enhance the quality of your dishes.
Cooking your traybake
Though a traybake only dirties one dish, it can have a real impact, especially if you’ve used tomatoes or curry spices which can stain the dish. For these messier meals, it can be a huge time-saver to opt for ovenable trays such as those offered by https://www.southerncrosspackaging.com/ovenable-trays instead of metal, glass or ceramic cooking dishes.
These trays are designed to be single use but unlike plastic are fully recyclable and made from sustainably sourced materials, meaning that easy doesn’t need to have a negative environmental impact.
Presenting your traybake
It can be tempting to serve your traybake at the table, allowing everyone to dig in and help themselves but this is a risky strategy as plates can end up looking very messy and there is a danger that not everyone will end up with a correct balance of each component. Instead, serve up in the kitchen to keep plates looking appetising and consistent.
