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Meal kit meal planning.  Since we're heavy meal kit users of multiple US services, I thought I'd give an idea of what ordering and selection is like. 

We currently are using 4 different vendors: Blue Apron, Purple Carrot, Sun Basket, and Gobble.  For all of them you have to order or skip about a week in advance.  I used to just go and skip for as many weeks in the future as possible, but in several services (Gobble and Sun Basket) some dishes can sell out.  So now I pre-pick favorites as soon as possible and only skip if there are none.  Then double-check a week in advance and make a final decision.  They usually list common diet restriction/allergens and have cooking times and calories listed.  You can usually check out the recipe and menu card for all the details of the dish in advance  (TB12 you have to do a google search for it -- they have it but don't link in advance).

Here is what's on offer for week of July 24th.

SUNBASKET -- our delivery day is Monday, can skip or pick 2 or 3 dishes, OK to double-up.  They also have a separate "family menu" you choose 2 dishes intended for 4 people (4 "servings" each dish), but you must select either from just the regular menu or the family menu, you can't mix and match between them. Regular menu, 2 dishes ordered, $12.49/serving or $24.98/dish. Regular menu, 3 dishes ordered: $11.49/serving or $22.98/dish.  Family menu, 2 dishes ordered: $9.99/serving or $39.96/dish

  Regular menu dishes, 2 servings each, choose 2 or 3 dishes

1. Chile Verde chicken breast stew with jicama salad (paleo, dairy-free)
2. Grilled salmon and veggies with chimichurri (paleo, gluten-free, dairy-free)
3. Harissa pork chops with tomato salad (paleo, gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free)
4. New Orleans shrimp creole (gluten-free, dairy-free)
5. Chicken breast with tomatoes and olives (gluten-free) (Williams Sonoma recipe) - SOLD OUT
6. White bean nicoise salad with romesco (gluten-free, vegetarian, dairy-free)
7. Sausages, peppers, polenta (gluten-free)
8. Steak tacos, zucchini salsa, lime yogurt
9. Quinoa penne with moroccan chickpeas, almonds, tomatoes (gluten-free, vegetarian)
10. Quinoa corn salad with squash, hazelnuts, ricotta and mint (gluten-free, vegetarian)
11. 2 breakfasts: mango smoothie and arugula frittata and salsa (gluten-free, vegetarian, dairy-free)

  Family Menu dishes, 4 servings each, choose 2 dishes

1. Beef and broccoli teriyaki with jasmine rice (gluten-free, dairy-free)
2. Mango chicken lettuce cups with rice noodles (paleo-friendly, gluten-free, dairy-free)
3. Hodo Soy tofu burgers with sweet chile mayonnaise (vegetarian, dairy-free)
4. Chicken breasts with salsa verde and sweet potato fries (paleo, gluten-free, dairy-free)
5. Masala turkey kebabs with cashew chutney (paleo-friendly, gluten-free, dairy-free)
6. Corn and black bean tacos with avocado and queso fresco (gluten-free, vegetarian)

PURPLE CARROT -- our delivery day is Tuesday.  Can only skip or pick one of 3 set menus. There is a regular menu for 2 people, a regular menu for 4 people, and a TB12 menu for 2 people. All dishes are vegan. Regular menu, 2 people: $11.33/serving or $22.66/dish. Regular menu, 4 people: $9.25/serving or $37/dish. TB12 menu is $13.00/serving or $26/dish.

    Regular menu dishes, 2 servings each

1. Sweet potato and cabbage okonomiyaki and vermicelli noodle salad
2. Chopped grilled veggie salad (kale, chickpeas, cabbage zucchini) with orange-ginger-miso dressing
3. Strawberry Cherry Tomato Gazpacho with Avocado Toast & Balsamic Reduction

   Regular 'family' menu dishes, 4 servings each

1. Sweet potato and cabbage okonomiyaki and vermicelli noodle salad
2. Chopped grilled veggie salad (kale, chickpeas, cabbage zucchini) with orange-ginger-miso dressing

   TB12 menu (higher protein, larger portions), 2 servings each

1. Mango "poke" bowl with sea lettuce dressing
2. Ratatouille Verde with Basil Gremolata and Polenta 
3. Niçoise Salad with Walnut Lentils & Warm Tarragon Vinaigrette

GOBBLE  -- our delivery day is Wednesday.  Can skip or pick 2 or more main dishes (as many as you want) and then you can add add'l soups, sides, drink mix, cookies available too. Can double, triple, or more up.  Gobble labels common allergens in each dish (wheat, nuts, shellfish, dairy, etc).  Each dish or side comes in units of 2 servings, so if it says $1.95/serving, the minimum cost is $3.90.  Cost for main dishes: if you choose 2: $13.95/serving or $27.90/dish. If you choose 3 or more: $11.95/serving or $23.90/dish

  Main dishes, choose at least 2 meals, or as many as you want, multiples OK (in units of 2 "servings")

1. Grilled Pork Tenderloin & Peaches with Almond Wheat Berry Salad
2. Grilled Chicken Breast & Peaches with Almond Wheat Berry Salad - SOLD OUT
3. Thai Red Curry with Shrimp & Brown Jasmine Rice
4. Thai Red Curry with Beef & Brown Jasmine Rice
5. Pan-Seared Salmon Cakes with Poached Yukon Potatoes & Gribiche Sauce
6. Pan-Roasted Chicken with Poached Yukon Potatoes & Gribiche Sauce
7. Ricotta Gnocchi with Fava Beans & Pomodoro Sauce
8. Seared Flat Iron Steak with Carrots & Braised Green Lentils
9. Vegetable Karma Korma with Turmeric Rice
10. Bibimbap with Korean Marinated Vegetables & Crispy Brown Rice

  Side dishes, you can only order these if you order main dishes.  As many as you want in units of 2 servings.

1. Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough +$1.95 per serving
2. Triple Chocolate Chunk Cookie Dough +$1.95 per serving
3. Refreshing Mint Mojito Drink Mix +$1.95 per serving
4. Honey-Ginger Lemonade Mix +$1.95 per serving
5. Roasted Red Bell Pepper Bisque with Garlic Croutons & Goat Cheese +$4.95 per serving - SOLD OUT
6. Mulligatawny Curry Soup with Lime Yogurt +$4.95 per serving - SOLD OUT
7. Spicy Moroccan Lentil & Sweet Potato Soup +$4.95 per serving
8. Thai Coconut Curry Chicken Soup +$5.95 per serving
9. Baked Conchiglie Mac & Cheese +$5.95 per serving
10. Baked Ciabatta Garlic Bread +$2.95 per serving
11. Mixed Greens Salad with Blue Cheese & Pecans +$5.25 per serving
12. Vietnamese Salad with Cashews & Chili-Lime Vinaigrette +$5.25 per serving

BLUE APRON  -- our delivery day is Thursday.  You can either skip or choose exactly 3 different dishes, no doubling up.  They also have a family plan that serves 4 with either 2 or 4 recipes/week.  Regular plan is $9.99/serving or $19.98/dish.  Family plan is $8.99/serving or $36.96/dish.

  Regular menu, 2 servings each, choose exactly 3 different dishes

1. Shrimp & Fresh Gnocchi with Corn, Basil, & Charm Tomatoes
2. Spanish-Style Eggs with Summer Squash, Piquillo Peppers, & Aioli
3. Coconut & Lemongrass Wonton Noodles with Mushrooms, Bok Choy, & Peanuts
4. Marinated Beef Pitas with Sugar Snap Pea & Radish Salad
5. Seared Chicken & Vegetable Ragoût with Charm Tomatoes, English Peas, & Potatoes
6. Spicy Beef Tacos with Charm Tomato Salsa & Creamy Corn
7. Roasted Chicken & Panzanella Salad with Sweet Peppers & Summer Squash
8. Summer Vegetable Tartines with Cubanelle Pepper & Charm Tomatoes

Family menu, 4 servings each, choose exactly 2 different dishes or all 4

1. Chicken Marbella with Roasted Potatoes & Summer Squash
2. Seared Salmon & Soy Vermicelli Noodles with English Peas
3. White Cheddar Pork Burgers with Charm Tomatoes & Roasted Potato Wedges
4. Summer Squash Pizza Paninis with Cucumber & Pickled Pepper Salad